NR RT/E/C/11210 ISSUE 1 PDF

The Appendices to this Code of Practice provide specific guidance on:

a) general installation techniques;

b) the installation of signalling works applicable to the infrastructure, including temporary works; and

c) the installation of specific types of signalling systems and equipment, but not the trainborne parts of track-to-train systems.

The Code of Practice also applies to maintenance work and repairs, including like-for-like replacement of equipment. However, reference should also be made to the appropriate maintenance standards and to RT/E/G/11740 (Signalling Maintenance Testing).

The Code of Practice does not cover:

a) the manufacture of individual items of equipment;

b) the installation of trainborne equipment; and

c) equipment ordering details and processes.

The former BR catalogue entries quoted may not be up to date. Details of catalogue descriptions and numbers are now available from National Railway Supplies and may be verified via their internet site: http://www.natrail.com.

The presentation of design detail is the subject of GK/RT0207 and RT/E/G/11710. Symbols used in design detail are defined in RT/E/C/11004 and RT/E/C/11205, which should be available for the reference of installers.

PURPOSE

This Code of Practice, in support of RT/E/S/11303, gives guidance on the implementation of signalling and operational telecommunications works, impacting on Railtrack controlled infrastructure, to ensure:

a) operationally safe installation of new and altered systems and equipment, with safe interfaces between systems;

b) safe methods of work, with safe interfaces between all parties involved;

c) correct and consistent interpretation of design detail;

d) a neat and tidy appearance;

e) compliance with the client's specified requirements, so that the installation is dependable, fit for purpose and free from defect;

f) adequate testability; and

g) safe and easy maintenance.