Adherence to the Sentinel Scheme Rules is mandatory for all parties involved in putting people to work safely on the Managed Infrastructures of Network Rail, Transport for Wales, and Transport for London.
This page outlines the process to ensure breaches of the Sentinel Scheme Rules by individuals are correctly dealt with and includes an overview of the numbers of Scheme Rule breaches since the Sentinel Smart Card was introduced in the Autumn of 2013. More details of this process can be found within the Sentinel Scheme Rules located here:
https://info.railsentinel.co.uk/about/rules/
In summary, an investigation is conducted by the Primary Sponsor of the card holder who has allegedly breached a Sentinel Scheme Rule. If a breach has been identified the investigation report (including a recommended Fair Culture outcome), along with the statements taken, is submitted to SentinelInvestigations@networkrail.co.uk
The Formal Review Panel considers the evidence submitted to decide whether to apply a Sentinel Scheme outcome. This can take the form of a suspension, removal and retraining of competence, re-briefing, mentoring or no further action required.
Sentinel Scheme outcomes can be appealed if the appellant submits substantive new evidence. Appeals are considered by an Appeal Panel consisting of senior managers who have had no previous involvement in the investigation process.
