Several changes to standards have been published in March 2024. These are new or updated standards and point releases in the areas of noise and vibration, camera monitoring systems, electromagnetic fields at work regulations, designing rail freight wagons, platform height, as well as codes of practice.
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One Rolling Stock standard point release has been issued.
RIS–2712–RST Iss 1.2 – On-train camera monitoring systems
This standard was updated to include two new requirements so that forward-facing CCTV is installed on rolling stock. This change was prompted by the publication of RAIB report 02/23 that included a recommendation relating to standards reviews and updates.
One new Rolling Stock technical note has been issued.
TN2310 Iss 1 – Compliance with noise and vibration legislation
This new Technical Note will help familiarise organisations operating across the GB mainline railway with their statutory duties in respect of noise and vibration generated by railway activities.
It replaces GMGN2460 Iss 1 – Guidance on Compliance with Noise and Vibration Legislation in the Railway Environment, which has now been withdrawn.
One Plant standard point release has been issued.
RIS-1530-PLT Iss 7.1 – Technical requirements for On Track Plant
There is a correction in section 5.1, which now refers to BS EN 280:2013+A1:2015 (was +A1:2011).
Amendments in sections 9.2 and 9.3, permitting existing machines to be recertificated to earlier versions of applicable standards, unless they are being modified in the affected area. Specifically:
One CCS standard point release has been issued.
GKRT0028 Iss 3.2 – Infrastructure Based Train Detection Interface Requirements
Minor amendment was made to the guidance, suggesting that a risk assessment may be needed where Insulated Block Joints are staggered.
One Energy standard point release has been issued.
GLGN1620 Iss 1.1 – Guidance on the Application of the Control of Electromagnetic Fields at Work Regulations
References to legislation in this Guidance have been updated for March 2024.
In March 2024, there is one update to the Rule Book.
GERT8001 Iss 81 – Changes to National Operations Publications for March 2024
This amend supersedes the update made in December 2023.
In March, nine revised Codes of Practice and one new poster were published.
The revised Codes of Practice are:
COP0 Iss 6 – M&EE Documents
COP0021 Iss 6 – Safe use of Quick Hitches
COP0031 Iss 2 – Safe Use of Remote Controls
COP0032 Iss 5 – Plant Any Line Open (ALO) Working
COP0037 Iss 4 – Haulage Capabilities of On Track Machines
COP0039 Iss 2 – Action following Hydraulic Pump and/or Motor Failure
COP0041 Iss 2 – OTM Ready to Run Card
COP0043 Iss 3 – Hydraulic Hose In-use Repair
COP0044 Iss 2 – Re-railing Kirow Cranes using Outriggers
The new poster is:
Poster PI2 Iss 1 – Trolleys used in line blockage
Following successful industry consultation, the following NTSNs have been sent to the Department of Transport for government scrutiny and approval:
