scope:

This standard applies to all Network Rail people and to contractors and suppliers involved in the development and implementation of Network Rail standards.

It also applies to all Network Rail people involved in the management of noncompliance with Network Rail standards, Railway Group standards and Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSIs).

It specifies mandatory requirements and offers guidance on the:

Purpose

This standard mandates key management processes associated with the production and implementation of Network Rail standards.

a) responsibilities in respect of the development and implementation of Network Rail standards

b) procedures for the development and implementation of Network Rail standards

c) management of non-compliance with Network Rail standards, Railway Group standards and Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSIs)

d) drafting of all Network Rail standards