scope:

This work instruction covers S&C refurbishment as defined in clause 6 of this document.It applies in all circumstances where S&C refurbishment is carried out on Network Rail infrastructure. It applies to all Network Rail and contracting staff that create problem statements, scope, specify, deliver works and handback the asset following S&C refurbishment works.

For clarity, this standard does not cover maintenance requirements for these assets or new construction as part of a renewal or enhancement. This work instruction does not supersede the requirement to comply with the Asset Management Plan (AMP) process.

NOTE:Maintenance requirements are covered by NR/L2/TRK/001. Design and construction of new assets is covered by NR/L2/TRK/2102. The AMP requirements are outlined in NR/L2/MTC/089.

Purpose

This document provides a process for the refurbishment of S&C assets. The aim of this process is to:

a) increase levels of workforce safety during construction on S&C refurbishment sites;

b) improve scoping and planning of S&C refurbishment works;

c) improve quality of S&C refurbishment works;

d) improve reliability of S&C assets following refurbishment works; and

e) deliver life extension of S&C assets and lower whole life cost in accordance with the Track Asset Policy