Hi all. Following the recent weeks of pleasant weather, today's mixture of heavy rain and wind really brought home the fact that Autumn is well and truly here. It was pouring down as I drove along the A45 towards Tyseley, arriving there at around 9:30am. Thankfully the inclement weather wouldn't affect us too much today as we would be in a warm classroom taking our new PTS (Personal Track Safety) course. All of us who operate out on the main line with the Support Crew must have a PTS and a Medical to show we are competent to carry out our duties. My original PTS was completed at the base of West Coast railways in Carnforth in 2016 but the new one we completed today is for the Vintage Trains TOC. The lads were no doubt hesitant at giving me another as it meant they'd have to endure many more months of "Sam Brandist here: main line registered PTS and Medical!". The course was enjoyable to be honest and it's always nice to receive another qualification. The PTS allows us to perform duties within Network Rail boundaries when required; for example, when out on a tour with the engine as Support Crew. It is an integral part of what we do. I can't wait to get back out there again with our great team...
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