Standards Catalogue

Rule Book Briefing Leaflet

Possession of a running line for engineering work

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.

Train stopped by train failure

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver or signaller.

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.

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.

Duties of the COSS and person in charge when using a hand trolley

You will need this handbook if you are the COSS or SWL and person in charge when using a hand trolley.

Glossary of Railway Terminology

You will need this glossary if you are issued with GERT8000.

Work on signalling equipment – duties of the signalling technician

You will need this handbook if you carry out the duties of a signalling technician.

Guidance on Gauging

Guidance on Wheel / Rail Low Adhesion Measurement

This document provides guidance on the selection of a method for measuring wheel / rail low adhesion. The document assesses the suitability of each…

Guidance on Wheel / Rail Low Adhesion Simulation

This document provides information and guidance to enable the selection of the most appropriate artificial contaminant for replicating a low adhesion…

Requirements for WON, PON and Sectional Appendix

Safety in Railway Tunnels - Requirements for Lighting

Guidance on Railway Wheelset Tread, Gauging and Damage Identification

Interface between Station Platforms, Track and Trains

Recommendations for the Risk Assessment of Buffer Stops, Arresting Devices and End Impact Walls

Rail Industry Standard for Station Infrastructure

Terminal Tracks - Requirements for Buffer Stops, Arresting Devices and End Impact Walls

Changes to National Operations Publications for June 2025

This document is primarily used to publish minor changes to National Operations Publications (NOPs) and has been re-issued, taking into consideration…

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.…

DC Electrified Lines

This handbook is for those personnel who need to go on the operational railway in an DC electrified area to carry out their duties, with the exception…

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.…

Rule Book Briefing Leaflet

Each issue of the Rule Book Briefing Leaflet contains a summary of the changes being introduced to GERT8000.

Rule Book Module Issue History

This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book module issues (GERT8000).

Rule Book Handbook Issue History

This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book handbook 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.

DC Electrified Lines

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a train driver, guard, shunter, designated person (DP), signaller, crossing keeper in DC…

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.…

Temporary speed restriction warning boards (km/h)

This document provides design details for AF02k sign - Temporary speed restriction warning boards (km/h).

Temporary speed restriction warning boards (mph)

This document provides design details for AF02m sign - Temporary speed restriction warning boards (mph).

Temporary speed restriction speed indicators (km/h)

This document provides design details for AF04k sign - Temporary speed restriction speed indicators (km/h).

Permissible speed warning indicators (km/h) for limited clearance

This document provides design details for AD04k sign - Permissible speed warning indicators (km/h) for limited clearance.

Temporary speed restriction speed indicator (mph)

This document provides design details for AF04m sign - Temporary speed restriction speed indicator (mph).

Permissible speed warning indicators (mph)

This document provides design details for AD03m sign - Permissible speed warning indicators (mph).

Permissible speed warning indicators (km/h)

This document provides design details for AD03k sign - Permissible speed warning indicators (km/h).

Permissible speed indicators (mph) for limited clearance

this document provides design details for AD02m sign - Permissible speed indicators (mph) for limited clearance.

Termination of special AWS working

This document provides design details for AA04 sign - Termination of special AWS working.

Commencement of special AWS working

This document provides design details for AA03 sign - Commencement of special AWS.

Misuse of MEWPs

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry not to misuse MEWPs during work activities.

Plant Exclusion Zones

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry about the necessity to keep personnel clear from areas around working…

Emergency Haulage by OTMs

This Code of Practice details the haulage capabilities of on-track machines (OTM). It should be followed by any route or operator control when…

Use and Maintenance of Full Electric/Hybrid Powered OTP

This Code of Practice details best practice for use and maintenance of battery or hybrid powered OTP. It defines best practice and industry guidance…

Injection Injury

This poster details the actions to be taken following a hydraulic injection injury.

Cross Tracking of On Track Plant

OTP must only be on/off tracked within a Possession. OTP is not permitted to cross track under Line Blocks.

AFFF Fire Extinguishers

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry about the potential for AFFF fire extinguishers to freeze in cold weather.…

RRV Braking

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry is a reminder that road-rail vehicles when in rail mode take a lot longer to…

Piling using OTP

This Code of Practice details guidance on the arrangements for controlling the risks when planning and undertaking piling operations on the railway…

Plant Activities with Any Line Open

All plant activities that could foreseeably foul an open line require a documented ALO Plan, which must be approved by a Responsible ALO Manager.