GERT8000-TW5 Iss 12
Defective or isolated vehicles and on-train equipment
Synopsis
You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, guard, signaller or train preparer. It sets out the operational instructions to be applied when on-train equipment becomes defective. It works alongside Rail Industry Standard RIS-3437-TOM.
Summary Of Changes
Section 25 has been changed to include the use of a competent person as a new mitigation measure against GSM-R radio failure in the leading cab. The changes are an alternative and will not replace other existing operational mitigations currently in place. The competent person's only task will be to initiate and receive railway emergency group calls (RECs).
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Rule Book Modules:
Train working (TW)
- Issued:
- 02/09/2023
- Published:
- 02/09/2023
- In Force:
- 02/12/2023
- Withdrawn:
- 07/12/2024
- Next Review:
- 02/12/2023
Details
Consultation Status | Closed |
Vehicle Assessment | No |
Supersedes | GERT8000-TW5 Iss 11 |
Superseded By | GERT8000-TW5 Iss 13 |
Lead Committee | Traffic Operation and Management - TOM |
Supporting Committee | Plant - PLT; Rolling Stock - RST; Control Command and Signalling - CCS |
Impact Assessments
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23 IA10 |
Technical Notes | TN2313 Iss 1; TN2320 Iss 1 |
Supporting Documents | RIS-3437-TOM Iss 3 ; GERT8000-RBBL Iss 39 |