NR NR/L3/OHS/133 ISSUE 1 PDF

This standard covers what the Network Rail IPEM permit to work system is, and what competences people need to do it.

This standard defines the principles and process for:

a) planning the permit to work;

b) assessing and communicating the operational, location and task risks for the work to be completed, and identifying appropriate controls;

c) allocating the responsibilities and accountabilities of personnel for planning, on-site safety and the management and communication of operational, location and task risk; and

d) lessons learned and assurance checks.

This standard applies to all parties working on behalf of Network Rail Infrastructure Projects East Midlands (IPEM) at any Network Rail IPEM site of work for the construction, testing, inspection, replacement, disposal or commissioning of Network Rail infrastructure or assets (including the delivery and use of materials, tools, equipment, plant and vehicles to facilitate such work).

This standard supports NR/L2/OHS/019 and is to be used in conjunction with existing rule books, regulations, legislation, standards, processes and procedures.

NOTE: Permits to work form part of the safe work pack described in NR/L2/OHS/019.

Purpose

Implementing the permit to work system described in this standard, will support Network Rail Infrastructure Projects East Midlands (IPEM) in reducing incidents and accidents by:

a) increasing clarity associated with responsibilities;

b) enhancing the planning process by involving those delivering the work; and

c) reducing the number of uncontrolled or late changes to the plan.