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isolation, but as an emergency switch off as it is
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‘do not raise pantograph’ sign.
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Modules TS9 Level crossings - signallers’ instructions and
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fully reviewed in line with the New Approach and the new
documents were approved for publication by the Traffic
Operations and Management Standards Committee in May.
From 1 August 2009 RSSB will be publishing documents
They will come into force in December 2011.There are a
number of changes to both documents and these are outlined
in the Rule Book Briefing Note which will be published on
the RGS Online website www.rgsonline.co.uk in September
2011.
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For more information on these RSSB organised events,
In order to make the Codes of Practice available to a wider
please contact Stella Okezie, conference manager on
audience, RSSB has agreed to publish them (though the
020 3142 5329 or stella.okezie@rssb.co.uk
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models and tools.
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RSSB to publish M & EE Group Codes of Practice
RSSB and TRL forge strategic partnership
RSSB and TRL have agreed a strategic partnership that is
set to combine research expertise in rail alongside broader
transport research experience. Each organisation shares
a common vision to enhance the value of their services to
members and customers around the world.
The organisations are no strangers to each other; TRL has
supplied services to RSSB on a number of past industry
research projects.
This new partnership has been established to build on
the existing relationship and enable the development and
application of world class transport research, innovation and
technology. It will provide a joint platform to deliver better
value and efficiencies that will benefit RSSB members.
From 1 August 2009 RSSB will be publishing documents
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website
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at an international level (both in Europe and across other
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• Establishing a joint knowledge platform to provide broader
access to transport, road and rail research and develop
better integration of thinking to deliver real value solutions.
• Drawing together technical expertise on transport
sustainability, climate change and energy issues so that
the UK is recognised as the lead authority on protecting
and future-proofing critical transport networks.
All the above will be dependent on both organisations jointly
exploiting intellectual property, software development and
knowledge management with a critical factor being the
sharing of resources, thinking and facilities. The joint working
is a prime example of a knowledge sharing partnership;
agreements
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have been more difficult to achieve acting in isolation.
For further information about the publication of documents
contact Marie Marks at marie.marks@rssb.co.uk
professional
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operational and technical safety of plant. It is a meeting of the
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participants from 35 countries, representing operators,
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In order to make the Codes of Practice available to a wider
• An environmentally-friendly railway
audience, RSSB has agreed to publish them (though the
• Increasing freight capacity and services
M&EE Networking Group remains responsible for all of
• A world of services for passengers
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30 Sept
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major contributions from across the GB rail industry,
(Defect
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including speakers, chairs, presenters and ambassadors.
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Events
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operators create a comprehensive risk profile for their
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of development.
to manage all aspects of the vehicle to track interfaces in
the most cost-effective and efficient way.' Whilst the primary
focus of the V/T SIC is set upon the point of contact between
the wheel and the rail, it is recognised that many other
parameters of the track and rolling stock also affect this
interface.
&
contact George Bearfield, safety risk assessment manager on
020 3142 5464 or risk@rssb.co.uk. We welcome feedback
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RSSB to publish M EE Group Codes of Practice
On 26 October 2011, the V/T SIC will hold a one-day seminar
in London.
The seminar will present the work undertaken by V/T SIC over
the last year and a review of progress since the last event.
Speakers from the V/T SIC and industry-players who have
participated in the work will describe the very latest technical
understanding, the steps taken in implementing emerging
best practice and the focus areas for the next year.
The seminar will also provide the opportunity to meet with
many of the experts in this critical field.
Topics to be covered are:
• Developments in Wheel/Rail Understanding and Theory
• European projects
• Future research ideas
Copies of VT SIC’s Wheel/Rail Best Practice Handbook will
be available for purchase at the event. The handbook is a
comprehensive compilation of articles, sponsored by V/T SIC,
from industry experts and practitioners describing the theory
and management of vehicle/track interaction on mixed traffic
railways.
The seminar is free. If you would like to attend, please send
your name, job title, organisation, contact telephone number
and email address to conferences@rssb.co.uk.
You will receive confirmation of your booking in due course.
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http://www.rgsonline.co.uk/Pages/M_and_EE.aspx
website (www.rgsonline.co.uk).
For further information about the publication of documents
The M&EE Networking Group is dedicated to the sharing of
contact Marie Marks at marie.marks@rssb.co.uk
professional engineering and railway operations information
and to provide a focus to the rail industry relating to
For further information about M&EE Networking Group
operational and technical safety of plant. It is a meeting of the
documents contact Mick James at mick.james@rssb.co.uk
professional heads of mechanical and electrical engineering
and operations from infrastructure contractors operating ontrack machines outside of possessions, Network Rail, RSSB,
RSSB Events 2009
the Rail Plant Association, London Underground and elected
representatives from other infrastructure renewal companies,
Date
Event
Location
technical services.
22 Sept
Freedom to Train Workshop
York
The M&EE Networking Group produces Codes of Practice as
30 Sept
DRACAS Seminar
RSSB London
(Defect reporting and Corrective Action System Seminar)
plant owners, and manufacturers/suppliers of plant and
good practice for all members of the industry and they have
previously only been available on several disparate websites.
For more information on these RSSB organised events,
In order to make the Codes of Practice available to a wider
please contact Stella Okezie, conference manager on
audience, RSSB has agreed to publish them (though the
020 3142 5329 or stella.okezie@rssb.co.uk
M&EE Networking Group remains responsible for all of
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