The purpose of the Foundation and Apprenticeship in Rail Traction and Rolling Stock Engineering is to train new entrants and upskill the existing workforce to the industry recognised standard of competency at Level 2 and Level 3 in rail traction and rolling stock engineering. The pathways within this framework cover semi-skilled and fully skilled job roles in these areas. Traction and rolling stock workers (Level 2) and skilled Technicians (Level 3) play a key role in ensuring that the locomotives, carriages and multiple unit rolling stock are maintained in good working order. It is vital that these assets are correctly maintained for the safe and efficient running of trains.