NR NR/L2/RMVP/0200/P503 ISSUE 5 PDF

This module applies to all lifting operations carried out on Network Rail managed infrastructure and Network Rail projects when using on-track machines, on-track plant or any non-rail mounted mobile plant or road vehicle.

This module details the requirements for lifting operations to be carried out:

a) under the control of a competent person (normally a crane controller or crane supervisor); and

b) in accordance with a safe system of work which includes a lift plan.

It details the responsibilities of key personnel and provides recommendations for safe working on site. It includes specific requirements for multiple lifting, lifting track panels, lifting with flexible intermediate bulk containers, and lifting with magnets.

See the index of NR/PLANT/0200 for information on which:

a) specific roles this module applies to; and

b) modules that also apply to those roles.

This module does not apply to MEWPs, see NR/PLANT/0200/modules P508.

This module defines the requirements for a documented lift.

This module applies to all organisations involved with the planning or supply of plant, and those carrying out or controlling plant operations on Network Rail managed infrastructure and Network Rail projects.

Purpose

The implementation of this module contributes to mitigating the following risks:

a) failure of plant or its control or safety systems;

b) operating error, operational error or equipment misuse;

c) poor site or weather conditions;

d) incorrect lifting operations (LOLER);

e) lack of RIDDOR or close call reporting; and

f) lack of continuous improvement, such as, mitigating factors from incidents not being introduced to machine/operating procedures.

g) compliance with legislation (LOLER, PUWER, HASAW);

h) damage to assets, e.g. RRV or its load hitting a passing train during ALO operation;

i) overturning, e.g. RRV overturning during lifting operations;

j) MEWPs becoming out of control, e.g. MEWP operator being crushed under a structure; and

k) collisions, e.g. collision between a RRV and an OTM; staff injuries, e.g. Operator.