Standards Catalogue

Master Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Track Workers Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Train Operations Staff Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Train Driver Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Work-site Certificate

This form is used by the engineering supervisor (ES) to record arrangements for setting up work sites within a possession of a running line.

​Changes to National Operations Publications for September 2026

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

Sighting of Signals, Indicators, Signs and Lineside Markers

This document sets out requirements and gives guidance on the process used to confirm that train operators can reliably detect, read, interpret and…

Engineering Certification of Railborne Plant and the Assessment of Non-Railborne Plant

This document sets out the industry agreed process for the certification of railborne plant and the assessment of non-railborne plant. It provides an…

Possession arrangements form

This form is used by the PICOP to record the arrangements for a possession of a running line.

Management of Route Knowledge

RIS-3702-TOM Management of Route Knowledge sets out requirements and guidance relating to the route knowledge of staff who carry out safety-critical…

Sighting of Signals, Indicators, Signs and Lineside Markers

This document sets out requirements and gives guidance on the process used to confirm that train operators can reliably detect, read, interpret and…

Engineering Certification of Railborne Plant and the Assessment of Non-Railborne Plant

This document sets out the industry agreed process for the certification of railborne plant and the assessment of non-railborne plant. It provides an…

Management of Route Knowledge

RIS-3702-TOM Management of Route Knowledge sets out requirements and guidance relating to the route knowledge of staff who carry out safety-critical…

Key Plant Principles

During the revision of its plant standards, RSSB found some duplication. RSSB and Plant Standards Committee decided it would be helpful to industry to…

Lineside Operational Signs

This document sets out requirements, rationale and guidance for the application of lineside operational signs published in the RSSB Standards…

Guidance Note on the Competence and Training of Freight Train Preparers

GOGN3617 assists railway undertakings in the creation of a framework for the training, competence and assessment of staff who undertake a freight…

Engineering Requirements for Dispatch of Trains from Platforms

RIS-8060-CCS sets out engineering requirements and guidance on control measures for train dispatch systems. The requirements and guidance complement…

Requirements for the Operation of Freight Trains and the Conveyance of Dangerous Goods by any Train

RIS-3781-TOM sets out requirements and guidance relating to the safe operation of freight trains and the safe movement of dangerous goods.

Station Infrastructure

This document provides requirements and guidance for the design of infrastructure at stations for the Great Britain (GB) mainline.

Lighting at Stations

This document sets out requirements and guidance for lighting at GB mainline railway stations. It applies to new, renewed or upgraded lighting schemes…

Master Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Track Workers Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Train Operations Staff Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Train Driver Manual

The Rule Book manuals have been produced to provide end-users with access to the content of the Rule Book that is relevant to their roles, e.g.…

Work-site Certificate

This form is used by the engineering supervisor (ES) to record arrangements for setting up work sites within a possession of a running line.

​Changes to National Operations Publications for September 2026

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

Possession arrangements form

This form is used by the PICOP to record the arrangements for a possession of a running line.

IWA or COSS setting up safe systems of work within possessions

You will need this handbook if you carry out the duties of an IWA or COSS setting up safe systems of work within possessions.

Preparation and working of freight trains

You will need this module if you carry out the duties of the following in relation to freight trains: train driver, guard, shunter, train preparer.

Possession of a running line for engineering work

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

End of Degraded Working

This document provides design details for sign AK215 - End of degraded working.

Advance lower pantograph (temporary power changeover)

This document provides design details for sign AJ12 - Advance lower pantograph (temporary power changeover).

Power changeover not applicable

This document provides design details for sign AJ16 – Power changeover not applicable.

Warning of Traction System Changeover

This document provides design details for sign AJ04 - Warning of traction system changeover.  

Raise pantograph (temporary power changeover)

This document provides design details for sign AJ14 - Raise pantograph (temporary power changeover).

Lower pantograph (temporary power changeover)

This document provides design details for sign AJ13 - Lower pantograph (temporary power changeover).  

Indication of route

This document provides design details for sign AJ11 - Indication of route.

Changeover to or from self-powered

This document provides design details for sign AJ08 - Changeover to or from self-powered.

Changeover to Overhead Electric Traction

This document provides design details for sign AJ07 - Changeover to Overhead Electric Traction.

Do not raise pantograph

This document provides design details for sign AJ09 - Do not raise pantograph.  

Consequences of Lifting Whilst in "Dig Mode" or RCI Inactive / Overridden

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry about the serious consequences of lifting whilst in “Dig Mode” or if the RCI…

Rail Handling – Rail Turner Awareness

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry about the competence requirements necessary for the Crane Controller and…

Rated Capacity Indicator (RCI) Status Indicator Lights

This poster is provided by the M&EE Networking Group to remind industry about coloured indicator lights fitted to RRV excavator cranes and the…

Using Outriggers / Stabilisers on Plant

Lifting Accessories Misuse

OTP Tandem Lifting and Indication

RCI Motion Cut

Lift and Carry Using OTP in Road Mode

Twin Jib Crane Competence

OTP Professional Driving Guidance

The instructions within this guidance booklet prescribe the professionalism and driving techniques to be applied by OTP operators. They have been…