The Southern Shield is a collaborative forum between Network Rail and our supply chain, which was set up in response to a tragic accident at Saxilby in 2012 when Scott Dobson was killed in a collision with an oncoming train. The forum examines processes, plant, design and culture to see where improvements can be made to […]
Network Rail and its Infrastructure Projects (IP) Supply Chain work to the Safety Vision. One of the commitments is “to relentlessly strive to find new ways to keep ourselves, colleagues, passengers and the public safe.” Throughout IP and contractors a number of Safety Industry Groups have been set up. These groups work collaboratively, share lessons and […]
What are our Steering Group priorities? The Steering Group priorities focus on three key themes that have emerged from the discipline working groups. (1) Managing risk: Developing guidance and common rules for the use of warning signs on drawings and also how the Common Safety Methods (CSM) and Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 (CDM) […]
In this section you will find information and resources for you as a line manager in Network Rail to enable you to support the wellbeing of your employees at work. This includes guidance on attendance at work, leading, leading sensitive conversations at work, stress management and supporting general wellbeing.
Information and advice around starting a physical activity programme Information and advice on how to get going in running
Advice and guidance relating to heart health Advice and guidance relating to blood pressure
This section of Safety Central provides you with the key Health and Safety processes and procedures everyone should follow. Following these guidelines will keep you safe and ensure the correct high standard of work. You can use this area to access the rulebook, check key policies, read up on Network Rail’s Health and Safety Management […]
