NR NR/L2/RMVP/0200/P507 ISSUE 2 PDF

This module defines:

a) the general principles of operation when using on-track plant (OTP), including the requirement to move on and off the track at approved access points;

b) the procedure for planning the use of OTP and how to protect against hazards;

c) when an OTP may be moved without a machine controller (MC); and

d) the requirements for the use and maintenance of load-lifting points.

This document applies to organisations involved with any of the following:

a) planning or supply of OTP; and

b) carrying out or controlling operations that involve OTP on Network Rail managed infrastructure and Network Rail projects.

See the index of NR/L2/RMVP/0200 for information on which:

a) specific roles this module applies to; and

b) modules that also apply to those roles.

Purpose

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

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

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

c) runaway/failure to stop on demand, e.g. OTP running away on a gradient;

d) collision, e.g. collision between a RRV and an OTM;

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

f) staff injuries, e.g. operator.