Exercise
RailSafe
Wednesday 11th July 2012
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Welcome & Introduction
Pauline Banks
Emergency Planning Manager
Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd
Domestic Arrangements….
• FIRE ALARM / EVACUATION
• SMOKING
• FIRST AID
• REFRESHMENTS
• TOILETS
•MOBILE PHONES / Electronic Media
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Aim
Provide an awareness of the
inter agency response and co-operation
required to deal with, and recover from
a rail incident involving radioactive
materials
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Objectives
• Examine the multi-agency incident management required at
the scene.
• Confirm the procedures in place to deal locally and
nationally with a radiation incident.
• Be aware of the various agencies and their statutory role at
specialised incidents.
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Objectives contd
• Consider the investigation requirements following such an
event.
• Examine the media and public communications
requirements of a potentially sensitive rail incident.
• Consider the longer term implications of such a rail
incident.
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Syndicates
•Syndicates are multi-agency.
•Each table has a facilitator who should
now introduce themselves and take a
couple of minutes to go round the table
for syndicate introductions.
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Dounreay Site
Restoration Ltd
Pauline Banks
Emergency Planning Manager
Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd
Direct Rail Services Ltd
Mark Hempton
Security & Risk Manager
Direct Rail Services
RADSAFE Exercise Railsafe
Inverness 11th July 2012
Mark Hempton
Security & Risk Manager
Company Overview
• Established 1996 as part of BNFL group, now part of the NDA
• 300+ employees
• HQ and main maintenance facility in Carlisle with smaller
depots elsewhere. Scotland – Motherwell, Grangemouth
and Inverness
• Sole carrier of nuclear materials by rail
• Nuclear approx. 45% of business and still growing. Still
considered our most important sector
Key Interfaces (Add logos)
• Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL)
- customer for this traffic
• Network Rail
- own and operate the national rail infrastructure
- normally manage incidents affect the NRCI
• British Transport Police (BTP)
- rail network’s police force, normally the first PoC
• Office for Nuclear Regulation – Civil Nuclear Security
- approve DRS’s security arrangements
• RADSAFE
- DRS ‘associate member’ through links with customers
Normal Operations
• Empty flask rail movement to Georgemas
• Empty/full road movements from Dounreay Site to Georgemas
• Train loaded at Georgemas railhead
• Fitness to run checks undertaken by DRS Trainman
• Train then departs in its’ pre-booked time slot (Driver + Trainman
on board)
• Train runs in accordance with NR rules of the route and
designated line speeds to final destination of Sellafield, where the
train is unloaded
Incident Conditions
• All traincrew trained to respond appropriately and to initiate
the appropriate emergency response arrangements
• Further detail during the exercise!!
Any Questions?
Scenario
Scenario
• The day and time are as now.
• Weather is typical of a good Summers day, 22º C with a
light Westerly breeze
• A livestock vehicle carrying 60 sheep is heading east on
the A836 and is approaching Lairg Open Level Crossing .
• The crossing is just to the North of and in site of Lairg
Railway Station.
• A freight train travelling south from Georgemas Junction
carrying one nuclear fuel flask is also approaching the
crossing.
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Scenario
• The driver of the freight train slows down to 15mph to
traverse the crossing.
• The driver of the livestock truck disregards the flashing
warning lights and collides with the lead engine as it
traverses the crossing.
• The train driver applies the emergency brakes and the train
comes to halt with the flask wagon straddling the crossing.
• On colliding with the lead engine, the truck is dragged
along the side of the train and comes to rest embedded in
the side of the flask wagon
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(Cab View)
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The Scene
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Additional Information
• The train crew have not been injured and are able to initiate
the normal accident notification procedures.
• The truck driver has also escaped serious injury but his
mate is trapped in the cab.
• The drivers mate is trapped in the cab and unconscious
and appears to have serious head injuries.
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Additional Information
• The truck driver phones 999 reports the accident and asks
for all the emergency services to attend stating that there is
a radiation sign on the train.
• The truck driver also informs the 999 operator that some
smoke is starting to billow from around his truck and there
is also some liquid which appears to be dripping from
below the truck.
• There are no signs of a fire at present and he is unsure as
to whether the smoke and leaking liquid is coming from his
truck or the rail wagon
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Question Set 1
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Question Set 1
• What is your organisation’s immediate response?
• Given the location, what would be the ETA’s of initial
resources?
• What information would you be looking for and where
would you source this from?
• In terms of initial resources, what considerations would
your organisation take into account?
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Question Set 1
TIME UP!
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Question Set 1 Feedback
• What is your organisation’s immediate response?
• Given the location, what would be the ETA’s of initial
resources?
• What information would you be looking for and where
would you source this from?
• In terms of initial resources, what considerations would
your organisation take into account?
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Scenario
Update
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J Forsyth to insert Google map view of Lairg
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Scenario Update
• At the time of the incident, the Inverness to Wick passenger
service train is sitting in the northbound platform at Lairg
Station awaiting the freight train to pass.
• The train is very busy with approximately 80 passengers on
board. Some have been alarmed by the noise of the
collision and are asking the passenger train crew what is
happening.
• In addition, there is a light breeze blowing which is carrying
the smoke towards Lairg. Householders are becoming
concerned about the smoke and are also ringing the
emergency services for advice.
• Traffic is now building up on either side of the crossing with
drivers getting out of their vehicles to see what has
happened and assist.
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Question Set 2
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Question Set 2
Resources are beginning to arrive at the given location
(RADSAFE are en-route):• What would be your first priorities/actions?
• Discuss how the management of the incident will be
effectively achieved, giving particular attention to:• Levels of management
• Co-ordination of resources
• Inter-agency liaison
• Incident management structure on/off site
• Communications (including media communications)
• Initial Strategy
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Question Set 2
TIME UP!
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Question Set 2 Feedback
Resources are beginning to arrive at the given location
(RADSAFE are en-route):• What would be your first priorities/actions?
• Discuss how the management of the incident will be
effectively achieved, giving particular attention to:• Levels of management
• Co-ordination of resources
• Inter-agency liaison
• Incident management structure on/off site
• Communications (including media communications)
• Initial Strategy
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Scenario
Update
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Scenario Update
It is now 2 and a half hours into the incident and:-
• The inner and outer cordons have been set up.
• The casualty has been?????????????
• The source of the smoke has been traced and dealt with.
• RADSAFE personnel are now on the scene and have
carried out radiation monitoring declaring the scene safe.
• The dripping liquid from the truck has stopped but a pool
formed as a result is now slowly running into a nearby
storm drain / ditch.
• The truck driver is getting very concerned about the
welfare of the animals in his trailer.
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Question Set 3
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Question Set 3
• What are the key issues your organisation has had to deal
with?
• What other issues or considerations will your organisation
have to deal with (operationally)?
• Who else have you informed or should you inform
regarding this incident?
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Question Set 3
TIME UP!
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Question Set 3 Feedback
• What are the key issues your organisation has had to deal
with?
• What other issues or considerations will your organisation
have to deal with (operationally)?
• Who else have you informed or should you inform
regarding this incident?
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RADSAFE Overview
TBC
Network Rail /
The Rail Incident Officer
John Forsyth
Security & Emergency Planning Specialist (Scotland)
Network Rail
Level Crossing Statistics
• 7,000 level crossings across the UK
• 1,500 are public vehicular crossings
• Scotland has 622 level crossings
• 95 of these crossings are on public roads
• 680 million vehicles use level crossing safely each year
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Rail Incident Officer
The nominated and
certificated person
who is responsible for
on-site command
and control of all rail related
organisations
and their support at an
accident or incident
involving train operations,
lines or sidings.
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Definition
The Rail Incident Officer (RIO) must:
• Be someone with the competency & certificated to carry out the role
• Be the focal point of contact with the emergency services on site
• Co-ordinate all activities on site/locus and take responsibility for the
determination of the cause of the occurrence and site clearance
arrangements
• Offer advice, maintain safety
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Identification
R.I.O.
RAIL INCIDENT
OFFICER
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Rail Incident Officer
• Network Rail on-call staff
Local Operations Manager (LOM)
or
Mobile Operations Manager (MOM)
• Staff with a “Day Job”
• Available 24/7
• Appointed “as” & “when” required by Route Control
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Immediate Priorities
• Make the site safe
• Get Help
• Assess the circumstances
• Preserve the evidence
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Focus
• Interface with Emergency Services incident officers on site
• Interface with the regulatory bodies:
• Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB)
• HSE, HMRI, SEPA.
• Rail Industry Support, including contractors
• Rail Industry collection and preservation of evidence and investigation
• Site Safety Management
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Rail Incident “On Site” Structure
Rail Incident Officer
RIO
RIO Support or Incident
Command Vehicle
Train Operations Liaison
Officer (TOLO)
Infrastructure Engineer
Recovery Engineer
EWS Railways
Site Safety Manager
Any other post e.g.
Media Liaison
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Rail Incident Officer
Types of incidents an RIO will be appointed to:-
• Derailments and collisions
• Person falling from or struck by train
• Obstruction of the line
• External emergencies, e.g. gas leaks affecting operational railway
• RIO to liaise with SIO when station incident will impact upon the
operational railway
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The Role of British Transport Police
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Introduction
The Scottish Area
Role of the BTP
Major Incidents
Primacy
INTRODUCTION
British Transport Police is the national police force for the railways providing a
policing service to rail operators, their staff and passengers throughout
England, Wales and Scotland.
As a dedicated, specialist force British Transport Police’s (BTP) purpose is to
protect and serve passengers, staff and the railway. Over the years, we have
built up a wealth of experience in responding to major incidents – both those
unique to our environment and those which have affected the wider
community.
We police the tracks and provide a service to rail operators, their staff and
passengers across the country, and strive to provide a policing service which
delivers a safe railway environment that is free from disruption and the fear
of crime.
INTRODUCTION
We also police the:
– London Underground system
– Docklands Light Railway
– the Midland Metro tram system
– Croydon Tramlink
– Glasgow Subway.
INTRODUCTION
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2982 Police Officers
337 PCSOs
206 Special Constables
1350 Police staff
INTRODUCTION
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2982 Police Officers
337 PCSOs
206 Special Constables
1350 Police staff
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233 Police Officers
21 Special Constables
29 Police staff
334 Railway Stations
INTRODUCTION
BTPA 2008 – 2011 Strategic Goals
• Reducing Crime and Disorder
• Protecting the railway economy
• Increasing BTP’s capacity and capability through
improved efficiency and effectiveness
• Providing a better service to passengers, rail staff
and the rail industry
INTRODUCTION
HMIC 2010 Inspection
• ‘Its is doing particularly well in areas of responding to
immediate incidents, reducing violent offences,
improving victim satisfaction, investigating fatalities
and returning the railway to normality’
• ‘More needs to be done to reduce live cable theft and
improve perception of passenger safety’
SCOTTISH AREA
Inverness
Aberdeen
Dundee
Perth
Stirling
Kirkcaldy
Edinburgh – 24 hours
Glasgow – 24 hours
Motherwell
Kilwinning
Paisley
Dalmuir
ROLE of BTP
• Reassurance Policing
• Criminal Investigation
• Neighbourhood &
Community Policing
• Counter Terrorism
• Football
• Criminal Justice
• Emergencies Planning
ROLE of BTP
• Reassurance Policing
• Criminal Investigation
• Neighbourhood &
Community Policing
• Counter Terrorism
• Football
• Criminal Justice
• Emergencies Planning
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Restorative Justice
Family Liaison
Crime Scene Investigation
Public Order
Search Teams
Education
Learning and Development
MAJOR INCIDENTS
Agreement on responsibilities between BTP and the local police force
will be subject to negotiation with the local force at the outset of any
major incident. Whilst most incidents on the railway fall within the
jurisdiction of the BTP, the Chief Constable for the police area where
the incident occurs will always retain responsibility for their geographical
area and local community
Generally in relation to uniform response BTP will lead on matters
within the inner cordon and on railway property, and the local police
force will assist with the outer cordons and matters off railway property.
Terrorist matters will have separate arrangements. BTP and the local
police force will reach clear agreement on who is responsible for what
functions relating to the major incident and discuss mutual aid
dependant upon the circumstances.
PRIMACY
• Protocol between BTP and Scottish Police Service
– Investigation of crime
– Reporting and Recording Offences
– Mutual Aid
– Extended Jurisdiction
– Anti-Terrorism Powers
– Traffic Control and Escorts
– Accountability
– Complaints
PRIMACY
• ACPOS / BTP Memorandum of Understanding
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Suspicious / non-suspicious deaths
Industrial accidents
Collapse in train or station
Drug / suspected drug deaths
Levels Crossing Road Traffic Collisions
PRIMACY
• ACPOS Emergency Procedures Manual:
– Agreement between both Forces must be recorded
and communicated to all officers on site.
– Irrespective of rank of first officer to arrive initial
action of assessment is vital
– BTP will assume interim command, trains have been
stopped and traction current turned off, ensure
protection of inner cordon, collection and recording of
all property from the scene.
Lunch Break
Please return and be seated by
13:30 latest
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Scenario
Update
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Scenario Update
• Reporters from the various media have arrived at the scene
and are trying to get information on what has happened
and want to interview emergency services leaders..
• Initial reports from the media have highlighted (wrongly)
that there is a suspected radiation leak and there have
been aerial photographs of firefighters and others wearing
‘special’ suits.
• Your organisation has been inundated with calls from the
media too asking for interviews.
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Question Set 4
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Question Set 4
• How are the media going to be managed on site and by
whom?
• Who should act as media spokesperson on site?
• What sort of information should be provided to the media
and by whom.
• What sort of information should not be provided to the
media and by whom.
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Question Set 4
TIME UP!
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Question Set 4 Feedback
• How are the media going to be managed on site and by
whom?
• Who should act as media spokesperson on site?
• What sort of information should be provided to the media
and by whom.
• What sort of information should not be provided to the
media and by whom.
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Recovery Considerations
All agencies to contribute
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‘Smash Hit’ Film
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Open Forum
Feedback Form
Please take 5 minutes
to complete the
feedback form and
hand it to your
facilitator.
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Feedback
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Closing Remarks
TBC
On behalf of the exercise planning team,
thank you for attending & participating.
Safe journey home
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