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From: To: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…
Signalling layout and signal aspect sequence requirements
This document sets out requirements for the lineside signalling system to be compatible with train operations and guidance on their application.
RIS-0703-CCS Iss 1.1
September 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 2
- Amendments: 1
- Deviations 1
Management of Control Command and Signalling (CCS) Subsystem Failures, Faults and Defects
This document sets out the management process requirements that apply to safety related failures of control command and signalling (CCS) onboard and…
RIS-0707-CCS Iss 1
September 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Technical Notes 1
Engineering Requirements for Steam Locomotives and other Heritage Rail Vehicles
This document sets out the engineering requirements for heritage rail vehicles (including steam locomotives) to support use when operating in heritage…
RIS-4472-RST Iss 1
September 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Track to Train RFID Compatibility
This document sets out requirements for RFID compatibility between train and track, including management of application codes.
Operational Requirements for GSM-R Radio
This document contains the necessary requirements and guidance for the development of contingency plans to manage failures of the GSM-R voice system.…
RIS-3780-TOM Iss 1
September 2023
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- Impact Assessments 1
Examination and repair of structural corrosion in Mark 1 type rolling stock
This technical note will help those maintaining or repairing Mark 1 type rolling stock to detect and remedy corrosion on this type of vehicle. This…
ERTMS/ETCS Baseline 3 Onboard Subsystem Requirements
This document sets out the industry agreed requirements and guidance for the Great Britain (GB) application of the ERTMS/ETCS Baseline 3 onboard…
RIS-0797-CCS Iss 1
June 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
RIS-0798-CCS Iss 1
June 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Lineside Operational Signs - Product Requirements
This document sets of the requirements of lineside operational signs that support technical compatibility with rail vehicle exterior lighting and…
GIRT7033 Iss 4
June 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 1
Possession limit board
This document provides design details for AG01 sign - Possession limit board.
Worksite exit marker
This document provides design details for AG03 sign - Worksite exit marker.
Open level crossing combined speed restriction / whistleboard
This document provides design details for AH02m sign - Open level crossing combined speed restriction / whistleboard.
Automatic level crossing wrong direction speed restriction board
This document provides design details for AH04m sign - Automatic level crossing wrong direction speed restriction board.
Neutral section warning board
This document provides design details for AJ01 sign - Neutral section warning board.
Lower pantograph
This document provides design details for AJ03 sign - Lower pantograph.
25 kV AC electrification boundary - entering
This document provides design details for AJ05 sign - 25 kV AC electrification boundary - entering.
Line identification board
This document provides design details for AK103 sign - Line identification board.
Signal reminder board
This document provides design details for AK101 sign - Signal reminder board.
Kilometre Posts
This document provides design details for AK201k sign - Kilometre posts.
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From: To:Code of Practice for M&EE Documents
This Code of Practice details the process by which the M&EE Networking Group produces documentation and is intended for internal use of the M&EE…
Code of Practice for Management of Siding Safety Surveys
This Code of Practiceprovides guidance to enable the effective setting up of a safe system of work within all sidings allocated for stabling and…
Seasonal Operating of OTP
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind operators when adhesion is low, keep it slow.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Safety within depot yards and sidings
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry of the risks posed by train movements within depot yards and sidings.
Code of Practice for Loading of OTP
This Code of Practice gives guidance on the arrangements for loading and securing of typical loads associated with all on-track plant (OTP) whilst on…
Code of Practice for Rail Mounted Manually Propelled Equipment
This Code of Practice details the use and some aspects of the design and maintenance of rail mounted manually propelled equipment (trolleys and…
COP0018 Iss 6
September 2023
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