GEGN8575 Iss 1

This document provides railway undertakings and infrastructure managers (station operators) with guidance on the management and assessment of electrical risk arising from exposed live parts when undertaking operational tasks on AC and DC electrified lines.

GEGN8575 issue one provides guidance in undertaking a suitable and sufficient risk assessment for operational tasks. It can assist railway undertakings and infrastructure managers (station operators) in demonstrating how the relevant legal obligations are being met. By providing a consistent approach, the guidance has the potential to avoid unnecessarily complex analysis being undertaken, excessive resources being committed, and unwarranted costs incurred. Assessments can be applied generically across many locations where circumstances are similar.

Optional reading and resources:

Where do we use standards? Energy

Management of Electrical Risk on Electrified Lines