At Network Rail whilst working on the infrastructure, the health and safety of its employees, contractors, third parties, and those of our neighbours and associates who may be impacted by its business activities is paramount. We believe that everybody should go home safe every day, and that actions taken today should not have an adverse effect on […]
The Tandem Lift Guidance has been issued to support the selection of OTP Excavator/Cranes to compliantly tandem lift concrete and wood panels based on proximity hazards and track parameters. This guidance is aimed at staff directly involved in planning, selecting, operating, or controlling lifting operations with OTP Excavator/Cranes as well as those involved in managing […]
This handbook has been issued as a general guide for the range of attachments which are available for On-Track Plant (OTP) used on the Network Rail Managed Infrastructure. The handbook gives brief details of attachments, their scope of use, and any limitations in use, technical details, approval reference numbers where these are available, and the […]
It is important to recognise that domestic violence is a widespread problem that cannot be ignored. It is as serious as other forms of violence, harassment or abuse. It is unacceptable and is not to be tolerated, because everyone has the right to live free from violence and abuse in any form. Domestic violence can […]
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the single biggest cause of death within the UK, with approximately 74,000 deaths due to CVD each year. There are approximately 103,000 heart attacks in the UK each year and one in three of those individuals die before they reach hospital. The use of Automated External Defibrillators during an acute heart […]
Safety is a core value and key to Network Rail’s success in delivering a better railway for a better Britain. Network Rail aims to create an environment where everyone (NR employees, contractors or sub-contractors) want to act and behave in a safe manner, To support this aim Network Rail has made a step change in […]
A Close Call is defined as anything that has the potential to cause harm or damage. This includes the potential to: Harm a person including minor, major injuries, and fatalities Harm the environment and/or protected species Damage railway infrastructure, plant, vehicles, tools, equipment, systems and information Watch the close call video below: What’s the difference […]
Relevant Guidance Any Line Open (ALO) working is not a new concept and this methodology had been implemented for many years under British Rail and Railtrack. However its use over the last few years has increased as Network Rail Managed Infrastructure (NRMI) strives to maximise train paths to meet customer and stakeholder demands. This is […]
In 2015 the RRV Safety Improvement Programme was closed out. A number of buisness as usual activities have been left as a legacy to this programme. Letter of Instruction NR/BS/LI/327 – OTP Working in AC Electrified Areas A review of the risks involved in using RRV Excavators under energised Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) on Network […]
On-Track Plant or OTP refers to machinery designed to run on the railway. These machines are leading the way with technological advancements to save time, money and of course improve safety. However they do still pose a significant risk to people working on or near them, always make sure you understand the risk before going […]
