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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
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.…
Work on signalling equipment – duties of the signalling technician
You will need this handbook if you carry out the duties of a signalling technician.
GERT8000-HB19 Iss 4.1
December 2023
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- Impact Assessments 1
Rule Book Module Issue History
This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book module issues (GERT8000).
Preparation and movement of trains
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, guard, shunter, signaller or train preparer.
Dealing with a train accident or train evacuation
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, guard or signaller.
GERT8000-M1 Iss 6
December 2023
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- Impact Assessments 1
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
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- Impact Assessments 1
Train stopped by train failure
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver or signaller.
Passing a signal at danger or an end of authority (EoA) without a movement authority (MA)
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a: driver, guard, shunter or signaller. You will also need this module if you carry out the…
GERT8000-S5 Iss 10
December 2023
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- Impact Assessments 1
Supplementary sign at crossings where trains pass in excess of 100 mph
This document provides design details for CC01 sign - Supplementary sign at crossings where trains pass in excess of 100 mph.
Warning sign for a non-vehicular crossing (PCR diagram 101)
This document provides design details for CC03 sign - Warning sign for a non-vehicular crossing (PCR diagram 101).
Private level crossings: operating instructions for barrier (PCR diagram 104)
This document provides design details for CC06 sign - Private level crossings: operating instructions for barrier (PCR diagram 104).
Signs for use with miniature red / green lights with and without a telephone (PCR diagrams 107 and 108)
This document provides design details for CC08 sign - Signs for use with miniature red / green lights with and without a telephone (PCR diagrams 107…
Instructions for Use at a Crossing with Miniature Stop Lights and User-Operated Barriers (PCR diagram 110)
This document provides design details for CC10 sign - Instructions for Use at a Crossing with Miniature Stop Lights and User-Operated Barriers (PCR…
Reminder at a crossing with user-operated barriers (PCR diagram 112)
This document provides design details for CC12 sign - Reminder at a crossing with user-operated barriers (PCR diagram 112).
Instructions to non-vehicular traffic at a crossing with miniature stop lights (PCR diagram 114)
This document provides design details for CC14 sign - Instructions to non-vehicular traffic at a crossing with miniature stop lights (PCR diagram…
Bridge strike information
This document provides design details for CD02 sign - Bridge strike information.
White diamond
This document provides design details for DA02 sign - White diamond.
Signal post telephone
This document provides design details for DB01 sign - Signal post telephone.
Document Type
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From: To:Code of Practice for Working Safety Practices for Maintenance and Repair of OTMs
This Code of Practice contains guidance on the safety conditions and behaviours to enable safe maintenance of on-track machines (OTMs).
Code of Practice for the Storage and Recommissioning of OTP
This Code of Practice defines the actions to be taken for any OTP designated as Out of Service recommending a minimum level of maintenance is…
Code of Practice for Management of OTM Speeds within T3 Engineering Possessions
This Code of Practice contains guidance and generic good practice for the management of OTM speeds within T3 engineering possessions. It sets out the…
COP0126 Iss 2
March 2022
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Autumn Poster 2021
This poster details the actions to be taken when rail adhesion is worse than would be expected. Also what to do when asked to make a controlled test…
Code of Practice for Loose Materials on OTMs
This Code of Practice details the action to be taken to safely store loose material on an on-track machine.
Code of Practice for Planning for the Use of Non-rail Mounted Plant
This Code of Practice details minimum requirements for planning and mitigating the risks when delivering work using non rail mounted plant that could…