NR NR/L3/INV/3001/RIM106 ISSUE 1 PDF

This module applies to:

a) Events occurring on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure (NRMI);

b) Events that do not occur on NRMI but which cause, or have the potential to cause, an increase in risk on NRMI;

c) Events occurring on Network Rail managed stations;

d) Events involving rail vehicles operated by Network Rail;

e) Accidents and assaults involving Network Rail employees whilst on duty, including whilst travelling in road vehicles (whether owned, hired or leased by Network Rail);

f) Occupational ill health affecting Network Rail employees;

g) Accidents and assaults involving employees of contractors whilst undertaking work for Network Rail;

h) Accidents to members of the public occurring on NRMI or Network Rail managed stations.

This module does not apply to communications with the media.

This module is applicable to all business units and functions.

Purpose

To provide a consistent and structured process for communicating with outside parties on accidents, incidents and occupational ill health.