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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.…

Train Driver Manual
GERM8000-traindriver Iss 14.1
November 2024
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Reference Limits for Freight Wagon Defects

This document sets out the criteria for addressing defects in freight wagons arising during operation, and the restrictions on their use that apply.

In-Service Examination and Reference Limits for Freight Wagons
RIS-2702-RST Iss 2
March 2025
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Engineering Design of On-Track Machines in Running Mode

This document sets out requirements for the design of on-track Machines (OTMs) in running mode.

Engineering Design of On-Track Machines in Running Mode
GMRT2400 Iss 6.2
March 2025
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On-Track Plant, Trolleys and Associated Equipment

This document sets out requirements and guidance for engineering of on-track plant, trolleys and associated equipment.

On-Track Plant, Trolleys and Associated Equipment
RIS-1530-PLT Iss 7.1
March 2025
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Engineering Design of On-Track Machines in Travelling and Working Modes

This document sets out requirements and guidance for the application of the BS EN 14033:2017 series for on-track Machines (OTMs) in their travelling…

Rail Industry Standard for the Design of On-track Machines in Working and Travelling Modes
RIS-1702-PLT Iss 2
March 2025
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Determination of Aerodynamic Rolling Moment Coefficient

This Guidance Note provides guidance to railway undertakings and infrastructure managers for methods of undertaking wind tunnel tests to determine…

Recommendations for Determination of Aerodynamic Rolling Moment Coefficient
GMRC2542 Iss 1
March 2025
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Requirements for the operation of freight trains and the conveyance of dangerous goods by any train

This document sets out requirements and guidance relating to the safe operation of freight trains and the safe movement of dangerous goods.

Requirements for the operation of freight trains and the conveyance of dangerous goods by any train
RIS-3781-TOM Iss 1
March 2025
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Signals, Handsignals, Indicators and Signs Handbook

You will need this handbook if you need to understand the meaning of signals, handsignals, indicators and signs.

Signals, Handsignals, Indicators and Signs Handbook
RS521 Iss 7
September 2024
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Lineside Operational Signs

This document sets out requirements, rationale and guidance for the application of lineside operational signs published in the RSSB catalogue. It also…

Lineside Operational Signs
RIS-0733-CCS Iss 1.2
March 2025
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Junction signal sighting

This technical note has been issued to help the industry manage the sighting of colour light junction signals. This document is responding to the RAIB…

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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…

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Issue Date: June 2023

Axle Bearing Condition Monitoring

This document sets out requirements and guidance for condition monitoring of axle bearings, whether by trackside or onboard detection systems.

Guidance on Axlebox Condition Monitoring - Hot Axlebox Detection
GEGN8614 Iss 1
June 2023
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Axlebox Condition Monitoring - Hot Axlebox Detection
GERT8014 Iss 2
June 2023
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Movement of Continental Wagons on the GB Network

RIS-2770-RST Iss 1 sets out requirements and guidance around the process of registering and assessing compatibility of wagons not registered in GB for…

Movement of Continental Wagons on the GB Network
RIS-2770-RST Iss 1
June 2023
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Assessment of Passenger Seat Comfort

This document gives guidance on the assessment of static comfort for passenger seats on rolling stock. It includes criteria to measure aspects of a…

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Issue Date: June 2023

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…

ERTMS/ETCS Baseline 3 Onboard Subsystem Requirements: Retrofit
RIS-0797-CCS Iss 1
June 2023
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ERTMS/ETCS Baseline 3 Onboard Subsystem Requirements: New Trains
RIS-0798-CCS Iss 1
June 2023
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Reporting of adverse events

This technical note will help industry to understand the reporting systems for safety related issues provided by the Rail Safety and Standards Board…

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Issue Date: June 2023

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…

Lineside Operational Signs - Product Requirements
GIRT7033 Iss 4
June 2023
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Rail Vehicle Structures and Passive Safety

This document sets out requirements for the design and integrity of primary and secondary rail vehicle structures, including interior crashworthiness.

Rail Vehicle Structures and Passive Safety
GMRT2100 Iss 6.1
June 2023
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Management of Safety-Related Rail Vehicle Defects

This document defines requirements for recording, analysing and reporting safety-related defects, faults and failures on rail vehicles, plant and…

Reporting High Risk Defects
RIS-8250-RST Iss 1
June 2023
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Urgent High-Risk Defect Report Form

In the event that the NIR-Online system is unavailable, details of urgent high-risk defects, faults and failures shall be shared by completing and…

Urgent Safety-Related Defect Report Form
Form RT8250 Iss 3
June 2023
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Rule Book Module Issue History

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

Rule Book Module Issue History
GERT8000 Issue Iss 37
September 2024
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Rule Book Briefing Leaflet

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

Rule Book Briefing Leaflet
GERT8000-RBBL Iss 40.1
November 2024
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Changes to National Operations Publications for March 2025

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

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Issue Date: March 2025

AC 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 or person…

AC Electrified Lines
GERT8000-AC Iss 7
December 2021
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AC Electrified Lines

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

AC electrified lines
GERT8000-HB16 Iss 5
December 2021
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Rule Book Handbook Issue History

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

Rule Book Handbook Issue History
GERT8000 Issue HB Iss 18
September 2024
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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…

DC electrified lines
GERT8000-HB17 Iss 4
December 2021
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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…

DC Electrified Lines
GERT8000-DC Iss 5
December 2021
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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.…

Train Operations Staff Manual
GERM8000-trainoperationsstaff Iss 14.1
November 2024
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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.…

Master Manual
GERM8000-master-module Iss 14.1
November 2024
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Distant signal sign and identification plate

This document provides design details for AC02 sign - Distant signal sign and identification plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

Automatic signal sign and identification plate

This document provides design details for AC03 sign - Automatic signal sign and identification plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

Semi-automatic signal sign and identification plate

This document provides design details for AC04 sign - Semi-automatic signal sign and identification plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

Intermediate block home signal sign and identification plate

This document provides design details for AC05 sign - Intermediate block home signal sign and identification plate.

Live
Issue Date: June 2015

CSR alias plate

This document provides design details for AC06 sign - CSR alias plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

SPAD indicator sign and identification plate

This document provides design details for AC07 sign - SPAD indicator sign and identification plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

Points indicator sign

This document provides design details for AC08 sign - Points indicator sign.

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Issue Date: June 2015

Ground position light signal identification plate

This document provides design details for AC09 sign - Ground position light signal identification plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

ETCS identification plate

This document provides design details for AC11 sign - ETCS identification plate.

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Issue Date: June 2015

GSM-R alias plate

This document provides design details for AC12 sign - GSM-R alias plate.

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Code of Practice for Defect Reporting for OTP, Plant and Equipment

This Code of Practice details the systems to have in place so that all safety related defects are reported and that other reported defects are checked…

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Issue Date: December 2024

Code of Practice for Defective OTP Safety Critical Equipment

This code of practice has been developed to describe the actions to be taken by Plant Lead, Machine/Crane controllers and machine operators in the…

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Issue Date: November 2024

Code of Practice for Load Lifting Points on Road Rail Excavator Cranes

This Code of Practice is intended to provide explanation and guidance to manufacturers, converters, owners and users of road rail excavator cranes…

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Issue Date: November 2024

Code of Practice for Lifting Operations Using Manually Propelled Rail Handlers (MPRH)

This Code of Practice details the various minimum requirements for Lifting and handling loads with Manually Propelled Rail Handlers (MPRH). This Code…

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Issue Date: November 2024

Code of Practice for Tandem Lifting with Two Excavator Cranes

This Code of Practice details the control measures to be applied when using two excavator cranes to lift a load simultaneously. This Code of Practice…

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Issue Date: November 2024

Code of Practice for Flailing Operations using OTP

This Code of Practice details the actions to be taken, when planning for, and undertaking flailing operations. This Code of Practice applies to all…

Code of Practice for Flailing Operations using OTP
COP0026 Iss 3
March 2025
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Issue Date: November 2024

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…

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Issue Date: November 2024

Code of Practice for Independence and Competence of LOLER Thorough Examiners

This Code of Practice details the various minimum requirements for independence of the examiner for Thorough Examination of lifting equipment and…

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Issue Date: November 2024

Code of Practice for On, Off and Cross Tracking of On Track Plant (OTP)

This Code of Practice is intended to give guidance for the safe on, off and cross tracking of OTP to mitigate the possibility of derailing or…

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Issue Date: July 2024

Code of Practice for 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…

Code of Practice for Piling using OTP
COP0034 Iss 1
September 2024
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