Train Driver Assessment Day

Trainee Train Driver assessment day can be a bit hectic. This is especially so when you have to do more than 3 train driver selection tests on that day. Some Train Operating Companies (TOCs) will let you do 2 of the driver selection tests on the first day. And the...

Train Driver?

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Are you interested in becoming a train driver? Then read on. The Train Driver role is a safety-critical. Train Drivers drive passenger or freight trains. Passenger trains are operated by Train Operating Companies (TOCs) and freight trains are operated by Freight...

Train Driver Rules and Procedures Test

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Your ability to stick to the Rules and follow Procedures is vital. As a wannabe train driver the score you achieve on this test indicates your potential to complete the training programme successfully. More importantly, It’s one of the key assessments for measuring...

Train Driver Reaction Test

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After passing the Reaction Test, you will be on your way to take the Structured Interview. The train driver Reaction Test is a computerised assessment. You are assessed at your own pace and then at the computer’s pace. You will be given two sample tests, and the...

Group Bourdon (Train Driver Concentration Test)

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Pass the Train Driver Concentration Test Group Bourdon is a train driver concentration test. It is also known as dots test. Passing the Train Driver Concentraion Test is the first aptitude for train driving. Group Bourdon is a paper based train driver...

Debating the two strikes on the Train Driver selection Test

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Many readers have asked us why there are only two strikes for the driver psychometric test. In the rail industry you can be given a third chance but usually you and the TOC need to mitigate and document this. There have been stories that internal staff are allowed in...

How To Get A Train Driver Job

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Trainee train drivers vacancies are rarely advertised. And when they arise TOCs usually tend to look for qualified drivers from other companies or do internal recruitment first. So to maximise your chance as an external applicant you have to devise a planner. Make an...

Identifying And Reporting Faults

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Fault Identification Tests are used to assess your ability to locate and report defects on a train. This is an aptitude you will need when communicating to train engineer when you train becomes faulty. You should receive a practice booklet from the TOC or the...

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