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From: To: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.…
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.…
Train Operations Staff Manual
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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.…
Work-site Certificate
This form is used by the engineering supervisor (ES) to record arrangements for setting up work sites within a possession of a running line.
Form RT3199 Iss 12-25
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 2
Changes to National Operations Publications for September 2026
This document is primarily used to publish minor changes to National Operations Publications (NOPs) and has been re-issued, taking into consideration…
Sighting of Signals, Indicators, Signs and Lineside Markers
This document sets out requirements and gives guidance on the process used to confirm that train operators can reliably detect, read, interpret and…
RIS-0737-CCS Iss 1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
- Technical Notes 1
Engineering Certification of Railborne Plant and the Assessment of Non-Railborne Plant
This document sets out the industry agreed process for the certification of railborne plant and the assessment of non-railborne plant. It provides an…
RIS-1710-PLT Iss 2.1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 2
- Impact Assessments 1
Possession arrangements form
This form is used by the PICOP to record the arrangements for a possession of a running line.
Management of Route Knowledge
RIS-3702-TOM Management of Route Knowledge sets out requirements and guidance relating to the route knowledge of staff who carry out safety-critical…
RIS-3702-TOM Iss 3
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Lead/Supporting Committee(s)
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From: To:Sighting of Signals, Indicators, Signs and Lineside Markers
This document sets out requirements and gives guidance on the process used to confirm that train operators can reliably detect, read, interpret and…
RIS-0737-CCS Iss 1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
- Technical Notes 1
Engineering Certification of Railborne Plant and the Assessment of Non-Railborne Plant
This document sets out the industry agreed process for the certification of railborne plant and the assessment of non-railborne plant. It provides an…
RIS-1710-PLT Iss 2.1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 2
- Impact Assessments 1
Management of Route Knowledge
RIS-3702-TOM Management of Route Knowledge sets out requirements and guidance relating to the route knowledge of staff who carry out safety-critical…
RIS-3702-TOM Iss 3
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Key Plant Principles
During the revision of its plant standards, RSSB found some duplication. RSSB and Plant Standards Committee decided it would be helpful to industry to…
Lineside Operational Signs
This document sets out requirements, rationale and guidance for the application of lineside operational signs published in the RSSB Standards…
Guidance Note on the Competence and Training of Freight Train Preparers
GOGN3617 assists railway undertakings in the creation of a framework for the training, competence and assessment of staff who undertake a freight…
Engineering Requirements for Dispatch of Trains from Platforms
RIS-8060-CCS sets out engineering requirements and guidance on control measures for train dispatch systems. The requirements and guidance complement…
RIS-8060-CCS Iss 1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
- Amendments: 1
Requirements for the Operation of Freight Trains and the Conveyance of Dangerous Goods by any Train
RIS-3781-TOM sets out requirements and guidance relating to the safe operation of freight trains and the safe movement of dangerous goods.
RIS-3781-TOM Iss 2
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Station Infrastructure
This document provides requirements and guidance for the design of infrastructure at stations for the Great Britain (GB) mainline.
RIS-7700-INS Iss 3
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
RIS-7701-INS Iss 1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Lighting at Stations
This document sets out requirements and guidance for lighting at GB mainline railway stations. It applies to new, renewed or upgraded lighting schemes…
RIS-7702-INS Iss 1
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Briefing Notes: 1
- Amendments: 1
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.…
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.…
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 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.…
Work-site Certificate
This form is used by the engineering supervisor (ES) to record arrangements for setting up work sites within a possession of a running line.
Form RT3199 Iss 12-25
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 2
Changes to National Operations Publications for September 2026
This document is primarily used to publish minor changes to National Operations Publications (NOPs) and has been re-issued, taking into consideration…
Possession arrangements form
This form is used by the PICOP to record the arrangements for a possession of a running line.
IWA or COSS setting up safe systems of work within possessions
You will need this handbook if you carry out the duties of an IWA or COSS setting up safe systems of work within possessions.
GERT8000-HB9 Iss 9
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 2
- Deviations 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.
GERT8000-TW4 Iss 2
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
Possession of a running line for engineering work
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver or signaller.
GERT8000-T3 Iss 13
September 2026
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 3
End of Degraded Working
This document provides design details for sign AK215 - End of degraded working.
Sign AK215 Iss 1
September 2025
Withdrawn
- Impact Assessments 1
- Amendments: 1
Advance lower pantograph (temporary power changeover)
This document provides design details for sign AJ12 - Advance lower pantograph (temporary power changeover).
Power changeover not applicable
This document provides design details for sign AJ16 – Power changeover not applicable.
Warning of Traction System Changeover
This document provides design details for sign AJ04 - Warning of traction system changeover.
Raise pantograph (temporary power changeover)
This document provides design details for sign AJ14 - Raise pantograph (temporary power changeover).
Lower pantograph (temporary power changeover)
This document provides design details for sign AJ13 - Lower pantograph (temporary power changeover).
Indication of route
This document provides design details for sign AJ11 - Indication of route.
Changeover to or from self-powered
This document provides design details for sign AJ08 - Changeover to or from self-powered.
Changeover to Overhead Electric Traction
This document provides design details for sign AJ07 - Changeover to Overhead Electric Traction.
Do not raise pantograph
This document provides design details for sign AJ09 - Do not raise pantograph.
Document Type
Issue Date
From: To:Lift and carry of fixed extended loads – Risk of derailment
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind the industry of the risks associated with lifting and carrying loads.
Code of Practice for Control of Mobile communication equipment use in driving cabs
This Code of Practice contains requirements and guidance for the control of mobile communication equipment use in the driving cabs of trains. It sets…
COP0129 Iss 2
September 2026
Withdrawn
Code of Practice for Management of sidings safety surveys
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to enable the effective setting up of a safe system of work within all sidings allocated for…
Code of Practice for Plant Working/Travelling in Enclosed Locations
This document details guidance on the considerations when planning and operating Plant in an enclosed location to reduce the risks to a tolerable…
Code of Practice for Trailers and Attachments with OTP
This Code of details the requirements, actions and control measures to be put in place when trailers and/or attachments are rail mounted, working with…
Code of Practice for M&EE Documents
This Code of Practice concerns production and publication of M&EE documentation and is intended for internal use of the M&EE Networking Group only.
Code of Practice for OTM Driver Communication Review Group (CRG)
This document supports the national strategy for improved Safety Critical Communications. It provides a collaborative process (M&EE Group OTM Driver…
COP0131 Iss 2
September 2026
Withdrawn
Code of Practice for OTM Route Conducting Policy
This Code of Practice contains requirements and guidance for OTM drivers route conducting (RC) or being conducted and to assist in the improvement of…
Code of Practice Planning for and use of mobile operated plant
This Code of Practice details the minimum requirements for the planning and use of mobile operated plant within a possession (excluding lifting…
COP0002 Iss 13
January 0001
Withdrawn
Lift and Carry Using OTP in Road Mode
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind the operator of road-rail excavator cranes of the need for caution because lift and…