Tag Archives: On track plant
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OTP Do Not Use
Please find attached the latest Do Not Use list – issue 726 Summary of changes Please contact POVnumbers@networkrail.co.uk for further information.
Managing the Risk of Runaways
The rail industry in the UK has experienced a number of runaway events over the last twenty years where unexpected and uncontrolled movements of rail vehicles, plant or machines have approached workers whilst on track. The impact of these events has resulted in near misses ranging from the runaway Iron Men at Raven Crossing in […]
RRV Duplex Communications
Network rail has mandated the use of Duplex Communications to improve the machine operator’s ability to communicate with the Machine / Crane Controller. Below you’ll find a selection of briefing materials on how to set up this equipment, including options for ease of use and different headset types. The use of Duplex Communication is mandated, […]
OTP Tandem Lifting
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 […]
OTP Attachments
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 […]
On-Track Plant Operations Scheme (POS)
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 […]
Any Line Open
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 […]
Private: RRV Safety
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 […]