| Title |
A guide to the approval of railway works, plant and equipment. |
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| Author |
HSE, HM Railway Inspectorate |
| Series Code |
L |
| Series Number |
59 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
1994 |
| Length |
37 pages |
| ISBN |
0717607410 |
| Notes |
Legal. (L59)(L 59).
PLEASE NOTE: The Railways Act 2005 made provision for a transfer of responsibility for regulation of rail health and safety from HSC/E to the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR). This transfer became effective on 1 April 2006. From this date, all printed guidance and accident/incident ceased to be available from HSE Books. Enquirers should visit the ORR web site (www.rail-reg.gov.uk) or phone 020 7282 2080 for information relation to the availability of these products. ' |
| Abstract |
Provides guidance on the approval process and how to apply following the introduction of the Railways and Other Transport Systems (Approval of Works Plant and Equipment) Regulations 1994 . Aimed at railway operators, project managers engineers and suppliers to the railway industry. Contents: How to seek approval; Types of works, plant and equipment which need approval; Use prior to approval; Testing and trials; who should apply; When approval should be sought; Inspection of plant and equipment; Approval following inspection; Start of works on site. |
| Keywords |
Guidance; Type approval; Major works; Minor works; Level crossings; Staged works; Train; Tramway; Trolley vehicle system; Magnetic levitation; Monorail; Cable; Track |