Version 2 network rail standards online user guide 16 using advanced search example 4 i know the document is nei know the document is new to network rail standardsw to network rail standards click the new button. Leak or suspected leak of any tank car or other dangerous commodity on cn property. The asset management system will encompass the following principles. Infrasafe is an nsar approved and achilles registered supplier of railway operations training. If you dont know the exact publishing details, always use a wildcard. Personal track safety pts is a system of safer working practices employed within the united kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on the lineside. This specification applies throughout network rail. There are hundreds of sidings on the railway network, as well as depots and. Provide delegates with the understanding required to successfully interpret the relevant parts of the network rail personal track safety handbook and all relevant local instructions when required to go on or the near line this course is intended to provide a delegate with a reassessment in the understanding of the personal track safety.
Network rail pts and other track competency training, and specification with the rule book pts handbook relevant to the activity to be complied with at all times iwa working only in accordance with training and rule book and only. Railway safety handbook 5 purpose of this handbook this handbook has been developed by technical safety bcs railway safety program in order to provide information to managers and employees of bc railways. The same legislation, restrictions, expectations and disclosures apply as to employees. Cn invests significantly in training, coaching, recognition and employee engagement initiatives in order to strengthen our safety culture. The card is issued by network rail s chosen identity card scheme called sentinel and is valid for 5 years. New induction requirements for clyde up yard fri 01 nov protection officers are required to be inducted into clyde up yard by the area rail safety coach or mentor. The pta safeworking rules and procedures provide the means by which the australian national rules and procedures anrp are applied in the pta network.
This course is a 2 day pts initial course which includes a classroom based pts elearning module. Railroadhighway grade crossing handbook revised second. Keypoint cards have been produced for many of the track safety competencies, as a. You can find out more about how we apply the highest standards of safety across our business at the links below. Rail safety handbooks safety and wellbeing hub ganymede. Trbs transit cooperative research program tcrp report 155. If you are not sure you have the correct entries please see your sponsor who will advise. Damage to any switch, derail, sign, rail or track structure. If you are unsure about any issue relating to the information given here, you must refer to the appropriate module of the. Running lines are used by trains to go from place to place.
The industrys commitment to safety is reflected in safety statistics from the federal railroad administration. Personal track safety, known as pts, is a qualification required by people who o on a lineg o within 3 metres 10 feet of a line on the railway side g of any permanent fence or structure arry out engineering or technical work on a platform within c 1. Personal track safety, known as pts, handbook for sentinel track safety card. Station design principles for network rail document no. Due to our recent website upgrade some of the links in legacy documents might point to the decommissioned site location. Personal track safety initial rail safety training. The card is issued by network rails chosen identity card scheme called sentinel and is valid for 5 years. Any changes to rules and procedures since august 2015 have been released as bulletins and notices which remain in. Handbooks network rail complementary downloads tykon group.
In addition to the standard network rail course programme, we have developed innovative courses such as hazard. Nr rt3170 issue 9 a guide to personal track safety. Track design handbook for light rail transit, second edition. The basic level for track access for network rail is the personal track safety certificate pts as defined by the railway safety standards nrl2ctm021. The aim of network rails standards is to achieve a safe, high performing and costefficient railway system. Hazard identification risk reduction or mitigation. Nr rt3170 issue 9 a guide to personal track safety pts. Based on the three most common safety measures used by the fra, recent years have been the safest in rail history. Aar full members include the major freight railroads in the united states, canada and mexico, as well as amtrak.
These handbooks cover the rules, which must be applied in certain situations by sentinel track safety card holders. Starting a search how to find information on network rail standardshow to find information on network rail standards click on relevant item for more information page. Freight rail safety association of american railroads. Must hold a valid sentinel track safety card and meet the requirements of nrl2ctm021 competence and training in track safety. Nrl3trk2049 issue 14 track design handbook active, most current details. An authorised walking route is the safest place walk to when on or near the line. Equipment or materials within the main track or siding clearance envelope 8 m25 ft from nearest rail. Learning objectives at the end of this course the delegates will. Track safety handbooks logbooks working manuals network rail ac lines ertms rssb platform train interface stationery network rail dc lines handbooks size a6. Freight railroading is an extremely safe industry and nothing is more important to railroads than safety. Track safety handbooks a guide to personal track safety.
Centres internal courses for network rail staff external courses for network rail staff skills assessment scheme handbook about. High output track renewals safely replacing and renewing britains railway track duration. High output track renewals safely replacing and renewing britains railway track. Guide to personal track safety issue 9 june 20 replaces issue 8 december 2010 personal track safety, known as pts, handbook for sentinel track safety card holders, signallers and crossing keepers and visitors to the infrastructure who have a track visitor permit. The previous system was updated in 2014 and now is incorporated under the sentinel banner. Medical certificate in accordance with gort3255 and in date, if your medical is shown as in date on your track safety card this will be accepted. Personal track safety initial course aims this course is intended to provide a delegate with the understanding required to successfully interpret the relevant parts of the network rail personal track safety handbook when required to go on or the near line. Have the ability to understand the railway environment and basic. We recommend that users take advantage of the search engine above to locate the material they seek on the current website. Track safety handbooks logbooks working manuals network rail ac lines ertms rssb platform train interface stationery network rail dc lines handbooks size a6 hb rule books about us. You will only be able to view reports for courses that you have been given access to.
This handbook contains information on consequences of unsafe acts and conditions that can affect the safety of railway employees. At that point you need to have a new photo taken and a new card is issued. Our accredited courses range from the standard personal track safety pts training through to the higher level competencies of engineering supervisor and safe system of work planner. Visit the unipart dorman website to download all ga drawings and product. Read track design handbook for light rail transit, second.
Understand the rules and regulations that are in force for personal safety which need to be observed when working on or near the line on the railway infrastructure. The safety of passengers and other members of the public using our infrastructure, the safety of our employees and safety in our partnerships. The track structure types include ballasted track, direct fixation ballastless track, and embedded track. Trusted by clients such as network rail, principal contractors and other leading industry specialists to provide the training, planning and labour needed to keep the uks rail industry running.
In most instances the catalogue number has been generated by adding a leading zero to the pads number. If the find fields are left blank, a search will return all the standards that are new this issue. For certain roles, keypoint cards have been produced, to cover the key safety responsibilities and requirements of the track safety roles. The card is issued by network rails chosen identity card scheme called sentinel and the card is valid for five years. Having the pts card enures that you and those working alongside you have completed the necessary safety training, are.
Personal track safety pts is a qualification which every worker has to have before being allowed to work on or near any line owned or managed by network rail. These levels of certification only assess the individuals ability to work safely in the track environment. Personal track safety, known as pts, is a qualification required by people who. Americas freight rail industry is one of the most efficient and costeffective transportation networks in the world. This handbook has been produced to create an awareness of the hazards and risks faced when working in the rail industry and to familiarise users with the infrastructure and common terminology effective.
This specification applies throughout network rail and to contractors and suppliers working on network rail infrastructure. A position of safety is a place where it is safe to stand when a train is passing. Refer to sop track access planning a safe system of work network rail infrastructure network rail pts and other track competency training, and specification with the rule book pts handbook relevant to the activity to be complied with at all times. This course is intended for candidates who wish to work on or near the line on network rails infrastructure. About network rail training centres and our training courses. Some duty holders may consider it appropriate to accept pts cards issued by national network rail. Our be safe handbook explains how our safety vision, lifesaving rules, close calls and fair culture principles work together to enable a culture where everyone is empowered to work safely and challenge unsafe behaviours and conditions without fearing the consequences.
Personal track safety pts is a system of safer working practices employed within the united kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on or near the line the principal hazards include collisions between a rail vehicle and a track worker, electrocution from traction power sources third rail, fourth rail, ohle and trips and falls. The pts card, or personal track safety card, enables individuals to legally work on or nearby network rail train tracks. This course is intended to provide a delegate with the understanding required to successfully interpret the relevant parts of the network rail personal track safety handbook when required to go on or the near line. Founded in 1934, aar is the worlds leading railroad policy, research, standard setting, and technology organization that focuses on the safety and productivity of the u.
This should be done by first consulting network rails town planning team regarding any development proposals. In order to deliver these policy statements, network rail will apply an asset management system approach, consistent with the requirements of iso55001 that will form part of a wider integrated management system for network rail. Nrl3trk2049 issue 14 track design handbook engineering360. Aug 05, 2011 this feature is not available right now. What is the minimum position of safety a line with a maximum speed of 100 mph. Track design handbook for light rail transit, second edition provides guidelines and descriptions for the design of various common types of light rail transit lrt track. Cossiwa logbook showing the prerequisite minimum number of entries must be brought to training. Track design handbook for light rail transit, second edition ii. The unipart rail catalogue numbers used in this handbook closely follow the network rail pads numbering system. Need for access at track level to be avoided where possible. Track safety handbooks willsons group services online shop.
We are committed to protecting our people, our communities, our environment and our customers goods. It is a onceinageneration opportunity to improve outcomes for passengers, freight users and taxpayers. Version 2 network rail standards online user guide 3 hint. Our be safe handbook explains how our safety vision, lifesaving rules, close calls and fair culture principles work together to enable a culture where everyone is empowered to work safely and challenge unsafe behaviours and conditions without fearing the consequences download the digital version from the attachment section of this page please note this is network rail document, if you are. Meet the medical requirements of network rail standard nrl2ohs00124 competence specific fitness medical requirements. This standard applies to all design work carried out on existing and new track assets for use in network rail infrastructure. It also contains useful information for other railway workers. The company has taken a systematic approach to training and developing the new railroaders it hires every year, with activities such as looking out for each other, intensive field training, onboarding and safety summits.
When you refer to rule book and handbook modules e. Network rail individual working alone 915 month assessment. This standard gives the requirements for the design of track alignments and layouts. It is designed to help workers to understand the systems that keep them safe. This handbook covers the rules, which must be applied in these. Use the dropdown lists below to find the right downloads for you. The pts card or personal track safety card, enables individuals to legally work on or nearby network rail train tracks.