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Storage and Recommissioning of Rail Vehicles

This document sets out guidance on the storage and recommissioning of rail vehicles that are not to be operated on the GB mainline railway for an…

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Guidance on the Storage and Recommissioning of Traction and Rolling Stock
GMGN2571 Iss 1
June 2022
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
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Lettered Differential Permissible Speeds Classification

This document sets out requirements and guidance for the classification of rail vehicles to the lettered differential permissible speed categories.

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1

1 document(s) superseded

Rail Vehicle Lettered Differential Speeds Classification
RIS-2711-RST Iss 1
June 2022
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Assessment of Compatibility of Rolling Stock and Infrastructure - Gauging and Stepping Distances

This document sets out requirements and responsibilities for the assessment of gauging compatibility and of stepping distances between rolling stock…

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1

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Assessment of Compatibility of Rolling Stock and Infrastructure - Gauging and Stepping Distances
GERT8273 Iss 1
June 2022
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Guidance on Gauging and Platform Distances
GEGN8573 Iss 4
December 2015
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
Interface between Station Platforms, Track, Trains and Buffer Stops
RIS-7016-INS Iss 1.2
June 2022
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Format and Methods for Defining Vehicle Gauging Data

This document sets out requirements, rationale and guidance concerning how vehicle gauging data is generated and the format in which it is recorded.…

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1

2 document(s) superseded

Format for Vehicle Gauging Data
RIS-2773-RST Iss 1
June 2022
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Amendments: 4
Guidance on Gauging and Platform Distances
GEGN8573 Iss 4
December 2015
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
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Size of Vehicles and Position of Equipment

This document sets out Great Britain (GB) requirements in scope of National Technical Rules for the methods of determining the swept envelope of rail…

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1

1 document(s) superseded

Size of Vehicles and Position of Equipment
GMRT2173 Iss 3
December 2019
Live Pending Withdrawal
  • Briefing Notes: 1
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  • Deviations 3
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Changes to National Operations Publications for June 2022

This document is primarily used to publish minor changes to National Operations Publications (NOPs) and has been re-issued, taking into consideration…

1 document(s) superseded

Changes to National Operations Publications for March 2022
GERT8001 Iss 73
June 2022
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Interface between Station Platforms, Track, Trains and Buffer Stops

RIS-7016-INS brings together requirements to provide an integrated and consistent set covering station platforms, the interface between platforms,…

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1

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Interface between Station Platforms, Track, Trains and Buffer Stops
RIS-7016-INS Iss 1.2
June 2022
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
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Rail Industry Standard for Station Infrastructure
RIS-7700-INS Iss 3
June 2018
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments 1
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GB Requirements for Platform Height, Platform Offset and Platform Width

GIRT7020 Issue 2 sets out GB requirements in scope of National Technical Rules for platform height, platform offset and platform width.

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1
  • Deviations 1

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GB Requirements for Platform Height, Platform Offset and Platform Width
GIRT7020 Iss 1.1
June 2019
Live Pending Withdrawal
  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments 1
  • Deviations 46
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Managing Low Adhesion

This standard sets out a framework to develop, implement, monitor and review the effectiveness of site-specific plans to manage low adhesion at…

  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments: 1

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Low Adhesion between the Wheel and the Rail - Managing the Risk
RIS-8040-TOM Iss 1
June 2022
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Impact Assessments 1
  • Amendments: 1
Guidance on Low Adhesion between the Wheel and the Rail - Managing the Risk
GEGN8540 Iss 2
June 2022
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
  • Amendments: 1
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Code of Practice for Plant Modules on Rail Wagons and Trailers

This Code of Practice identifies the process to be undertaken when plant modules are attached to rail wagons or trailers. This Code of Practice covers…

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Code of Practice for Plant Modules on Rail Wagons and Trailers
COP0035 Iss 1
June 2022
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Rule Book Module Issue History

This document contains updates to align with changes to Rule Book module issues (GERT8000).

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Rule Book Module Issue History
GERT8000-Issue Iss 33
June 2022
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Rule Book Briefing Leaflet

Each issue of the Rule Book Briefing Leaflet contains a summary of the changes being introduced to GERT8000.

1 document(s) superseded

Rule Book Briefing Leaflet
GERT8000-RBBL Iss 36
June 2022
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AC Electrified Lines

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a train driver, guard, shunter, designated person (DP), signaller, crossing keeper or person…

  • Impact Assessments: 1

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AC Electrified Lines
GERT8000-AC Iss 6
June 2022
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Duties of a designated person (DP) and people working on rail vehicles

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a designated person or person working on a rail vehicle.

  • Impact Assessments: 1

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Duties of a designated person (DP) and people working on rail vehicles
GERT8000-T10 Iss 4
December 2021
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Preparation and movement of trains

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, guard, shunter, signaller, train preparer.

  • Impact Assessments: 1
  • Deviations 2

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Preparation and movement of trains
GERT8000-TW1 Iss 16
December 2021
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  • Deviations 1
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General safety responsibilities and personal track safety for non-trackworkers

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of: • a train driver • a guard • a shunter • a designated person (DP) • a signaller • a crossing…

  • Impact Assessments: 1

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General safety responsibilities and personal track safety for non-track workers
GERT8000-G1 Iss 8
December 2021
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  • Briefing Notes: 1
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Working single and bi-directional lines by pilotman

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a pilotman, driver or signaller.

  • Impact Assessments: 1

1 document(s) superseded

Working single and bi-directional lines by pilotman
GERT8000-P2 Iss 5
December 2021
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Observing and obeying signalling indications. Train warning systems. Reporting signalling failures and irregularities

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, person controlling train movements, shunter or signaller.

  • Impact Assessments: 1

1 document(s) superseded

Observing and obeying fixed signals. Train warning systems. Reporting signalling failures and irregularities
GERT8000-S7 Iss 4
December 2021
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Single line working

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a driver, a pilotman or a signaller in single line working.

  • Impact Assessments: 1

1 document(s) superseded

Single line working
GERT8000-P1 Iss 6
December 2021
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  • Impact Assessments 1
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Passing a signal at danger or an end of authority (EoA) without a movement authority (MA)

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of a pilotman, driver or signaller.

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Passing a signal at danger or an end of authority (EoA) without a movement authority (MA)
GERT8000-S5 Iss 9
December 2021
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Kilometre Posts

This document provides design details for AK201k sign - Kilometre posts.

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Gradient sign

This document provides design details for AK202 - Gradient sign

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Spring catch board

This document provides design details AK204 sign - Spring catch board.

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Rear clear marker

This document provides design details for AK205 sign - Rear clear marker.

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Train class specific no entry

This document provides design details for AK207 sign - Train class specific no entry.

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Sandite markers

This document provides design details for AK211 sign - Sandite markers.

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Bridge identity plates

This document provides design details for AK213 sign - Bridge identity plates.

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Mile Posts

This document provides design details for AK201m sign - Mile posts.

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RETB channel change marker

This document provides design details for DC04 sign - RETB channel change marker.

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Open level crossing combined speed restriction / whistleboard

This document provides design details for AH02m sign - Open level crossing combined speed restriction / whistleboard.

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Code of Practice for OTM Route Conducting Policy

This Code of Practice contains guidance for OTM driver’s route conducting or being conducted and to assist in the improvement of driver safety…

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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…

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Code of Practice for Planning and Executing Lifting Operations

This Code of Practice concerns all lifting operations involving rail cranes, twin jib cranes, road-rail excavator cranes, and vehicle mounted knuckle…

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Code of Practice for Planning and Executing Lifting Operations
COP0011 Iss 5
December 2020
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Code of Practice for M&EE Documents

This Code of Practice details the system by which the M&EE Networking Group produces documentation and is intended for internal use of the M&EE…

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Code of Practice for M&EE Documents
COP0 Iss 4
December 2020
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Code of Practice for Loading of OTP

This Code of Practice gives guidance on the arrangements for loading and securing of typical loads associated with all on-track plant (OTP) whilst on…

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Code of Practice for Loading of OTP
COP0017 Iss 3
December 2020
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Code of Practice for Re-railing Kirow Cranes using Outriggers

This Code of Practice provides guidance in the re-railing of Kirow cranes utilising the crane’s outriggers

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When to use your warning horn

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind staff about when to use the warning horn.

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Focus on the Rules – Brief RS521

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind drivers about how to proceed when starting from a yellow PLS.

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Passing between or close to the end of vehicles

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind staff about personal safety when when to passing between or close to the end of…

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Depot Pit Protection

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind depot staff about the risk of failing into uncovered pits. Cover pits or use visual…

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