scope:

This module applies to Visual Examinations for these structure types:

a) Bridges;

b) Culverts;

c) Retaining Walls;

d) Ancillary Assets;

This module applies when a Visual Examination has been instructed on an asset in accordance with NR/L3/CIV/006.

NOTE This module does not apply to Detailed Examination of Tunnels. For Tunnels use NR/L3/CIV/006/4A.

NOTE This module does not apply to Ancillary Assets that are managed by Operation Property in accordance with NR/L3/CIV/006 . For Operation Property Ancillary Asset use NR/L3/CIV/006/3D

Purpose

This module provides a specification to mitigate the risk of failure to undertake a compliant visual examination for a structures asset which could result in potential functional failures going undetected by the asset management team [Structures] and might result in accidents and/or disruptions to the operation of the railway network.