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 […]
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 […]
There have been several accidents and close calls involving vehicle deliveries and collections near operational railway lines. These have involved lorries (including those with lorry loaders) and vans. Those who are involved in the planning of deliveries adjacent to open railway lines are reminded about the risks of working Any Line Open (ALO) and the […]
This section gives some basic advice on the safe movement of objects by hand in the workplace. There are also links to further information which you may find of use. Network Rail is currently undertaking a Manual Handling Improvement Programme. This is aimed at assessing and reducing the manual handling risks those working on its […]
Making sure the area in which we’re working is well lit is a crucial part of health and safety. The quicker and clearer we can see a hazard, the more easily we can avoid it. The type and amount of lighting you will need for a safe operation will vary, depending on the type of […]
