GERT8000-M1 Iss 9
Dealing with a train accident or train evacuation
Synopsis
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, guard or signaller.
Summary Of Changes
The actions following a train accident in sections 1 and 2 have been extensively revised. Greater emphasis has now been placed on the use of available means of telling the signaller, and the ability to alert drivers by using GSM-R radio.
The methods of contacting the signaller are now set out in the order in which they are most likely to be effective as quickly as possible.
- A railway emergency group call (REC) from the driving cab.
- Any other means of direct communication available from the driving cab.
- A REC from any other driving cab on the train.
- Leaving the train to speak to the signaller.
The use of detonators has been retained for a trial period in some situations when a driver has left the train to contact the signaller.
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Mishaps incidents and extreme weather (M)
- Issued:
- 07/03/2026
- Published:
- 07/03/2026
- In Force:
- 06/06/2026
- Next Review:
- 06/06/2027
Details
| Consultation Status | Closed |
| Vehicle Assessment | No |
| Supersedes | GERT8000-M1 Iss 8 |
| Associated Standard | GERT8000-RBBL Iss 43 |
| Lead Committee | Traffic Operation and Management - TOM |
| Supporting Committee | Plant - PLT; Rolling Stock - RST; Control Command and Signalling - CCS |
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Impact Assessments
Registered |
26 IA08 |