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From: To:Driver-controlled operation and driver-only operation on-train camera monitoring systems
This technical note will help industry in the design and operation of on-train camera monitoring systems. It provides guidance on the applicable…
Signalling layout and signal aspect sequence requirements
This document sets out requirements for the lineside signalling system to be compatible with train operations and guidance on their application.
RIS-0703-CCS Iss 1.1
September 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 2
- Amendments: 1
- Deviations 1
Management of Control Command and Signalling (CCS) Subsystem Failures, Faults and Defects
This document sets out the management process requirements that apply to safety related failures of control command and signalling (CCS) onboard and…
RIS-0707-CCS Iss 1
September 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Technical Notes 1
Engineering Requirements for Steam Locomotives and other Heritage Rail Vehicles
This document sets out the engineering requirements for heritage rail vehicles (including steam locomotives) to support use when operating in heritage…
RIS-4472-RST Iss 1
September 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Track to Train RFID Compatibility
This document sets out requirements for RFID compatibility between train and track, including management of application codes.
Operational Requirements for GSM-R Radio
This document contains the necessary requirements and guidance for the development of contingency plans to manage failures of the GSM-R voice system.…
RIS-3780-TOM Iss 1
September 2023
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- Impact Assessments 1
Examination and repair of structural corrosion in Mark 1 type rolling stock
This technical note will help those maintaining or repairing Mark 1 type rolling stock to detect and remedy corrosion on this type of vehicle. This…
ERTMS/ETCS Baseline 3 Onboard Subsystem Requirements
This document sets out the industry agreed requirements and guidance for the Great Britain (GB) application of the ERTMS/ETCS Baseline 3 onboard…
RIS-0797-CCS Iss 1
June 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
RIS-0798-CCS Iss 1
June 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Lineside Operational Signs - Product Requirements
This document sets of the requirements of lineside operational signs that support technical compatibility with rail vehicle exterior lighting and…
GIRT7033 Iss 4
June 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
- Deviations 1
List of Dangerous Goods and their United Nations Numbers
You will need this handbook if you need to understand what dangerous goods are, how they are classified and the meaning of their warning signs.
RS524 Iss 1
March 2023
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- Briefing Notes: 1
- Impact Assessments 1
Possession limit board
This document provides design details for AG01 sign - Possession limit board.
Worksite exit marker
This document provides design details for AG03 sign - Worksite exit marker.
Open level crossing combined speed restriction / whistleboard
This document provides design details for AH02m sign - Open level crossing combined speed restriction / whistleboard.
Automatic level crossing wrong direction speed restriction board
This document provides design details for AH04m sign - Automatic level crossing wrong direction speed restriction board.
Neutral section warning board
This document provides design details for AJ01 sign - Neutral section warning board.
Lower pantograph
This document provides design details for AJ03 sign - Lower pantograph.
25 kV AC electrification boundary - entering
This document provides design details for AJ05 sign - 25 kV AC electrification boundary - entering.
Line identification board
This document provides design details for AK103 sign - Line identification board.
Signal reminder board
This document provides design details for AK101 sign - Signal reminder board.
Kilometre Posts
This document provides design details for AK201k sign - Kilometre posts.
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From: To:Objects left on the line
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry of the measures to take to reduce the hazard of objects being left on the…
Code of Practice Planning for the Use of Mobile Operated Plant
This Code of Practice details minimum requirements for planning for the use of mobile operated plant excluding lifting operations. It applies to…
COP0002 Iss 12
September 2023
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Points run through
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry that points run throughs only occur when the rules are not followed.
Reporting track defects
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry that any track defects which could affect plant and equipment safely…
Seat belts
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry that wearing the seat belt could save your life.
Code of Practice for OTM Route Conducting Policy
This Code of Practice contains requirements and guidance for OTM driver’s route conducting or being conducted. Also to assist in the improvement of…
Code of Practice for Control of Mobile Communication Equipment use in Driving Cabs
This Code of Practice contains requirements and guidance for the control of mobile communication equipment use in the driving cabs of trains. It sets…
COP0129 Iss 1
June 2023
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Use of Mobile Devices
This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry of the risks posed by using a mobile phone whilst driving a train. Further…
Code of Practice for Defective OTP Safety Critical Equipment
This Code of Practice details what actions should be undertake when On-Track Plant (OTP) is discovered to have defective safety critical equipment…
Inspection of Demountable MEWP and Lifting Equipment
This Code of Practice details the arrangements for inspecting MEWPs and lifting equipment in accordance with legislation when attaching to the base…