scope:

This standard provides the index and version control of each individual module within the Train Operations Manual.

The requirements detailed within individual modules apply only to the actions of person competent to work within the relevant environment

Purpose

This standard provides a central reference point of:

a) Information

b) Systems, and

c) Procedural requirements

for all functions with responsibilities associated with the operation of Engineering Trains and On-Track Plant (OTP) within a possession of the line for engineering work on Network Rail managed infrastructure.

Where OTP operations are to be undertaken with Network Rail being recognised as the "Duty Holder", the relevant functional director is required to have in place, appropriate functional procedures which comply with the requirements of this Company Standard.

This standard supports the relevant commitments contained within Network Rail's Health and Safety management System (H&SMS) for the safe operation of Engineering Trains and OTP. The hierarchy from; H&SMS to Company Standards, to functional procedures, to method statements/work package plans/task briefing sheets is illustrated within Figure 1.

A related standard (NR/L3/NDS/048 Train operations manual - Industry mandatory section) is intended for all Network Rail's contractors/suppliers with responsibilities associated with the operation of Engineering Trains and OTP within a possession of the line for engineering work on Network Rail managed infrastructure.

NOTE All persons are reminded that all prescribed safety precautions must be observed when undertaking work activities covered by this Company Standard. Never, under any circumstances, compromise your own personal safety or the safety of others.