scope:

This module specifies NRAP's accountabilities and the processes it follows in order to fulfil them.

It applies to anyone making an application:

a) to introduce new or changed vehicles on Network Rail Infrastructure, or change where they operate (as defined by the authorised routes); or

b) that could affect the compatibility between vehicles and Network Rail Infrastructure; or

c) that is a Change to Network Rail Infrastructure; or

NOTE The scope of NRAP does not normally include maintenance of equipment, or equipment replaced due to failure. This applies if approved equipment in pre-existing applications is used, that no designs are produced and the configuration of NR infrastructure is unchanged.

d) that could change the risk profile of Network Rail Infrastructure; or

e) to introduce new or changed products as part of Network Rail Infrastructure; or

f) that NRAP considers to be of a sufficient risk profile to warrant its involvement.

This applies even if the application will not be controlled or carried out by Network Rail.

Purpose

Network Rail Acceptance Panel (NRAP) governs a number of Network Rail processes on behalf of the Board.

These processes help Network Rail comply with its statutory responsibilities and Health and Safety Management System for applications to introduce:

a) new or changed rail vehicles onto Network Rail Infrastructure under the Railway (Interoperability) Regulations (RIR) or the Railways and Other Guided transportation Systems (Safety) Regulations (ROGS);

b) a Change to Network Rail Infrastructure;

c) new or modified products being used as part of Network Rail Infrastructure.

This module sets out how NRAP carries out these responsibilities and delegates authority to bodies and individuals within Network Rail.

The module helps applicants to identify the correct process for their proposal.

NRAP governs a number of processes that provide appropriate review prior to projects, products and vehicles being brought into service.

They are:

NR/L2/RSE/100/02 Safety verification

NR/L2/RSE/100/03 Compliance with interoperability regulations for infrastructure projects

NR/L2/RSE/100/04 New or changed vehicles on Network Rail Infrastructure

NR/L2/RSE/100/05 Product introduction and change

NR/L2/RSE/100/06 How to decide what needs product acceptance via NR/L2/RSE/100/05

NR/L2/RSE/100/07 System Review Panels