scope:

This specification is applicable to inspection and preventative maintenance activities required to detect and correct any faults or degradation in performance. It is specifically applicable to mechanical signalling wire runs and rodding forming part of Railtrack's infrastructure.

Codes of Practice have been included as Appendices A and B to offer further information on best practice maintenance activities.

PURPOSE

This specification details the necessary maintenance requirements and any known material constraints to enable wire runs and rodding to remain functionally available.