COP0111 Iss 8

This code of practice details contains requirement and guidance for the hiring in of route conductors and sets out the minimum requirement for these duties to ensure safe operation of trains. It is intended as a guide for railway undertakings who are members of the M&EE Networking Group. The code of practice applies to the hiring in of route conductors with the relevant competence to carry out route conducting duties.

It has been reviewed and updated to ensure its contemporary relevance. It now provides guidance that the only source of conductors is from a company who hold a safety certificate issued by the ORR, it also now highlights the responsibility of the hiring organisation to review their suppliers.