GERT8000-DC Iss 8
DC electrified lines
Synopsis
This module is required if you carry out the duties of a train driver, guard, shunter, designated person (DP), signaller, crossing keeper in DC electrified areas.
Summary Of Changes
Industry stakeholders have an obligation to manage the electrical risks to operational staff arising from carrying out routine operational tasks on electrified lines. Instructions provided to operational staff through the Rule Book modules and handbooks for ac and dc electrified lines are intended to manage this risk. The rule book will now include clearer definitions for key terms such as conductor rail equipment, isolated, authorised person, and automatic power changeover, ensuring users understand essential concepts. Wording throughout has been simplified, replacing inconsistent phrases like dangerous to life with one consistent term.
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Rule Book Modules:
Electrified lines (DC)
- Issued:
- 07/03/2026
- Published:
- 07/03/2026
- In Force:
- 06/06/2026
- Next Review:
- 05/06/2027
Details
| Consultation Status | Closed |
| Vehicle Assessment | No |
| Supersedes | GERT8000-DC Iss 7 |
| Associated Standard | GERT8000-RBBL Iss 43 |
| Lead Committee | Traffic Operation and Management - TOM |
| Supporting Committee | Energy - ENE; Rolling Stock - RST; Plant - PLT |
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Impact Assessments
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26 IA03 |