scope:

This module of NR/L2/TRK/001 contains extracts from other modules within this standard. It also includes additional tables and photographs to provide guidance when undertaking inspections.

Mandatory requirements are detailed in the module of NR/L2/TRK/001 as referenced at the end of each section/clause.

This guidance includes:

a) inspection;

b) defects at fishplated joints;

c) broken rails;

d) rail head damage (arc damage and non-arc damage);

e) loss of rail foot width; f) adjustment switches;

g) level crossings

h) maintenance tolerances and intervention limits;

i) priorities for track faults observed during inspection;

j) actions for defective stretcher bars and missing or loose fastenings.

The reference at the end of the section/clause indicates where full details can be found.