Until now, completing one of our online courses earned you a certificate of participation. From now on, you can go one step further.
What is RAMS Certification?
An online exam of 50 multiple-choice questions (60 minutes), designed to genuinely test your knowledge of EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50716, EN 50129, EN 50159 and the CSM-RA Regulation (EU 402/2013). If you pass, you get an Official RAMS Rail Certificate — not just attendance — that you can include in your CV or LinkedIn.
How it works
- Take it whenever you want, from your computer, with no need to travel.
- 60 minutes, 50 multiple-choice questions.
- Pass mark: 70% (35/50).
- One attempt included in the price.
- Pass the exam and your official certificate will be sent to your inbox within 1–2 weeks, once your exam has been reviewed.
Camera & ID verification: to protect the integrity of this certification, the exam uses automated proctoring. Before starting, you will be asked for camera access and to show a photo ID, and your presence will be monitored (periodic photos + continuous face detection) throughout the exam. Data protection: photos are used only to verify your identity and prevent exam fraud, are never sold or shared with third parties, and are automatically deleted after 30 days.
Exam syllabus
Each candidate receives 50 questions drawn at random from our question bank, always with the same distribution across standards:
- EN 50126-1 – RAMS process and lifecycle, RAM concepts (MTBF, MTTR, availability, FIT), risk acceptance: 12 questions
- EN 50126-2 – systems approach to safety: hazard rates, apportionment, fault tree analysis, SIL allocation: 10 questions
- Regulation (EU) 402/2013 (CSM-RA) – significant changes, risk acceptance principles, Assessment Body: 8 questions
- EN 50129 – safety-related electronic systems, safety case, common cause failures: 7 questions
- EN 50159 – safety-related communication in transmission systems: 5 questions
- EN 50128 – railway software: 4 questions
- EN 50716 – railway software (successor to EN 50128 and EN 50657): 4 questions
Standards covered: EN 50126-1, EN 50126-2, EN 50128, EN 50716, EN 50129, EN 50159 and Regulation (EU) No 402/2013 (CSM-RA). Questions are single-answer multiple choice; some require short calculations, so have a calculator at hand.
Sample questions
These examples show the format and level of difficulty. They are not taken from the real exam.
1. A component has a constant failure rate λ = 10⁻⁵ h⁻¹. What is its mean time to failure (MTTF)?
a) 10,000 h
b) 100,000 h
c) 1,000,000 h
d) 10⁻⁵ h
Show answer
b) 100,000 h. With a constant failure rate, MTTF = 1/λ = 1 / 10⁻⁵ h⁻¹ = 10⁵ h = 100,000 h.
2. According to EN 50159, which defence is typically used against the repetition threat?
a) Safety code (CRC)
b) Sequence number
c) Source identifier
d) Cryptographic technique
Show answer
b) Sequence number. A sequence number lets the receiver detect a message that has already been received.
Price
€249 (taxes not included), one-time payment.
Frequently asked questions
What reference materials should I study?
The exam is based on the standards listed in the syllabus above. Our online RAMS courses cover this content, but taking them is not a requirement.
Can I prepare with external study materials?
Yes. You may prepare with any books, courses or materials you choose.
Can I consult materials during the exam?
No. The exam is closed-book and proctored: your camera is on, you show a photo ID before starting, and leaving the exam window is logged. Copying, pasting and printing are disabled.
What do I need on exam day?
A computer with a webcam, a stable internet connection, a valid photo ID and a calculator. Plan for 60 minutes without interruptions.
In which languages is the exam available?
English and Spanish. You choose the language when you start.
How many attempts do I have?
One attempt is included in the price. If you would like to try again, you can purchase a new exam. Contact us and we will send you a discount voucher for your next attempt.
Is the exam fee refundable if I do not pass?
No. The exam fee covers one attempt and is not refunded if the pass mark is not reached. The exam requires a solid working knowledge of all the standards in the syllabus, so we recommend enrolling once you feel confident with the full content.
When will I receive my certificate?
Within 1–2 weeks after the exam. Each exam is reviewed before the certificate is issued.