POD
POD FRAMEWORK
CIRO Connect has been created in direct alignment with the institution ’ s Professional Operators Development ( POD ) framework . Each interactive teaching day focusses on a section of the Framework .
What is POD ? This is the professional map for railway operators , which captures what successful and effective operators know and deliver across every aspect and specialism of the profession .
How can POD be used ? My POD is a selfassessment tool that allows individuals to assess their skills and knowledge against the
POD Framework . It is designed to help them to identify knowledge gaps and target their future learning on a uniquely individual basis .
It forms a key part of the institution ’ s membership upgrade system . The professional development of those undertaking the CIRO Connect course is recognised through CIRO membership .
Upgraded membership with CIRO Connect : Graduates of the course are offered a reduced upgrade application process to the Associate level of membership , which is a recognised and respected achievement in rail .
People & Change
Railway Engineering , Maintenance & Systems
10
9
12
Incident & Emergency Management
WHOLE RAILWAY SYSTEM THINKING
Railway Organisations Business Context
Rolling Stock & Fleet Management
11
8
Finance & Investment Planning
1
POD
Professional Operators Development
7
Controlling Train Movement
2
5
Performance Management
4
Delivering Customer Services
Managing Safety
W H O LE R AILWAY SYSTE M T HIN KIN G
6
Operational Planning
3
Delivering Passenger & Freight Services