scope:

This module defines the:

a) type of defects occurring in plant;

b) process for reporting; and

c) actions to be taken following any occurrence that results in an accident, incident or Safety Related event when using plant.

This document applies to all organisations involved with:

a) manufacturing or supply of plant;

b) carrying out or controlling plant operations; or

c) maintaining plant used on Network Rail managed infrastructure and Network Rail projects.

Purpose

The implementation of this module contributes to mitigating the following risks:

a) lack of RIDDOR or close call reporting; and

b) lack of continuous improvement e.g. mitigating factors from incidents not being introduced to machine/operating procedures.