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From: To:Code of Practice for Route Knowledge within Possessions
This Code of Practice contains guidance and generic good practice for the management of route knowledge for train drivers within a possession. It sets…
Seasonal Operating of OTP
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind operators when adhesion is low, keep it slow.
Rail Handling – Rail Turner Awareness
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry about the competence requirements necessary for the Crane Controller and…
OTP Mechanical Movement Limiting Device
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind the industry about the use of mechanical movement limiting device and the restrictions…
Code of Practice for Brake Testing of OTP
This Code of Practice details the testing of the braking system of OTP excluding Trolleys during operations and routine maintenance examination…
Driver-controlled operation and driver-only operation on-train camera monitoring systems
This technical note will help industry in the design and operation of on-train camera monitoring systems. It provides guidance on the applicable…
Rule Book Module Issue History
This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book module issues (GERT8000).
Preparation and working of freight trains
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of the following in relation to freight trains: train driver, guard, shunter, train preparer.
Rule Book Handbook Issue History
This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book Handbook issues (GERT8000).
GERT8000 Issue HB Iss 16
December 2023
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
Activation of TPWS or ERTMS tri
This form is used by a signaller to record information obtained from drivers after the activation of TPWS, except when a signal has been passed at…
Form RT3188 02-05
December 2023
Withdrawn
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From: To:Changes to National Operations Publications for March 2024
This document is primarily used to publish minor changes to National Operations Publications (NOPs) and has been re-issued, taking into consideration…
Driver’s Single Line Working Ticket
This form should be used by the driver when single line working applies.
Rule Book Briefing Leaflet
Each issue of the Rule Book Briefing Leaflet contains a summary of the changes being introduced to GERT8000.
Possession of a running line for engineering work
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver or signaller.
GERT8000-T3 Iss 11
December 2023
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 7
Possession Workers Manual
The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…
GERM8000-possessionworkers Iss 9
December 2023
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 3
Train Driver Manual
The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…
Master manual
The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…
Signaller and Signalling Technician Manual
The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…
GERM8000-signallersignallingtechnician Iss 13
December 2023
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 3
Rule Book Module Issue History
This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book module issues (GERT8000).
Enhanced permissible speed warning indicators (limited clearance)
This document provides design details for AE04m sign - Enhanced permissible speed warning indicators (limited clearance).
Cab secure radio channel change marker
This document provides design details for DC02 sign - Cab secure radio channel change marker.
Rear clear marker
This document provides design details for AK205 sign - Rear clear marker.
Temporary speed restriction speed indicator (mph)
This document provides design details for AF04m sign - Temporary speed restriction speed indicator (mph).
Temporary speed restriction directional arrows
This document provides design details for AF05 sign - Temporary speed restriction directional arrows.
ETCS identification plate
This document provides design details for AC11 sign - ETCS identification plate.
Train class specific no entry
This document provides design details for AK207 sign - Train class specific no entry.
Temporary speed restriction spate indicator
This document provides design details for AF07 sign - Temporary speed restriction spate indicator.
Miscellaneous instructions to train crew
This document provides design details for AK209 sign - Miscellaneous instructions to train crew.
Emergency indicator
This document provides design details for AF01 sign - Emergency indicator.