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From: To:Evidence conservation of failed axle bearings in service
This technical note sets out a methodical approach to collecting data at the point of failure and preserving the failed bearings for further analysis…
Level crossings - drivers' instructions
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver.
GERT8000-TW8 Iss 9.1
November 2022
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
Wrong-direction movements
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver or signaller.
GERT8000-TW7 Iss 9
September 2022
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 4
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.…
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.…
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 13.1
November 2023
Live Pending Withdrawal
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.…
Track 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-trackworkers Iss 12
September 2023
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 3
Train Operations Staff 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-trainoperationsstaff Iss 13
September 2023
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 3
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From: To:General duties of an individual working alone (IWA)
This handbook is for those personnel with general duties of an individual working alone (IWA).
GERT8000-HB6 Iss 7
September 2021
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 1
General duties of a controller of site safety (COSS)
This handbook is for those personnel who have the general duties of a controller of site safety (COSS).
GERT8000-HB7 Iss 8
September 2021
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 10
Duties of the machine controller (MC) and on-track plant operator
You will need this handbook if you carry out the duties of the machine controller (MC) and on-track plant operator.
GERT8000-HB15 Iss 6
September 2022
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
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 11.1
November 2023
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Deviations 4
Rule Book Handbook Issue History
This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book handbook issues (GERT8000)
Defective or isolated vehicles and on-train equipment
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, guard, signaller or train preparer. It sets out the operational instructions to be…
GERT8000-TW5 Iss 12
September 2023
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
- Technical Notes 2
Personnel asking for trains to be stopped form
This form is used by signallers to record the details when personnel ask for a line to be blocked for their own protection when going on or near the…
Rule Book Module Issue History
This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book module issues (GERT8000)
Signals, Handsignals, Indicators and Signs Handbook
You will need this handbook if you need to understand the meaning of signals, handsignals, indicators and signs.
RS521 Iss 6
September 2020
Live Pending Withdrawal
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 1
ETCS block marker passable plate
This document provides design details for AB09 sign - ETCS block marker passable plate.
Controlled signal identification plate
This document provides design details for AC01 sign - Controlled signal identification plate.
Distant signal sign and identification plate
This document provides design details for AC02 sign - Distant signal sign and identification plate.
Automatic signal sign and identification plate
This document provides design details for AC03 sign - Automatic signal sign and identification plate.
Semi-automatic signal sign and identification plate
This document provides design details for AC04 sign - Semi-automatic signal sign and identification plate.
Intermediate block home signal sign and identification plate
This document provides design details for AC05 sign - Intermediate block home signal sign and identification plate.
CSR alias plate
This document provides design details for AC06 sign - CSR alias plate.
SPAD indicator sign and identification plate
This document provides design details for AC07 sign - SPAD indicator sign and identification plate.
Points indicator sign
This document provides design details for AC08 sign - Points indicator sign.
Points identification plates
This document provides design details for AC10 sign - Points identification plates.
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From: To:Use of Mobile Devices
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry of the risks posed by using a mobile phone whilst driving a train. Further…
Code of Practice for Defective OTP Safety Critical Equipment
This Code of Practice details what actions should be undertake when On-Track Plant (OTP) is discovered to have defective safety critical equipment…
Inspection of Demountable MEWP and Lifting Equipment
This Code of Practice details the arrangements for inspecting MEWPs and lifting equipment in accordance with legislation when attaching to the base…
MEWP Planning
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry that all MEWP activities must be properly planned and site specific - even if…
Code of Practice for Route Conductor Assurance
This Code of Practice is to assist Duty Holders to identify, assess and control risks which may arise from the activities of supplying and engaging in…
OTP Tandem Lifting and Indication
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind planners to use the latest planning information/tools provided by the RCI suppliers for…
Lifting Accessories Misuse
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind planners and users of plant about the dangers associated with the misuse of lifting…
Lift and Carry Using OTP In Road Mode
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind the operator of road-rail excavator cranes of the need for caution because lift and…
RCI Motion Cut
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind the industry that the RCI function automatically stops further movement of the machine…
Using Outriggers / Stabilisers on Plant
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to reminder planners and users of plant with outriggers that stability can be seriously affected…