Annual report of health and safety on Britain's railways 2023 to 2024
18 July 2024
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Covering the period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.
Health and safety
The Rail and Road Pod Episode 23: Chief Inspectors of Railways special edition
10 July 2024
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Ian Prosser reviews the successes and challenges during his time as HM Chief Inspector of Railways and offers advice to his successor Richard Hines, who also shares what he expects to achieve in his new role.
Goal Setting Principles for Railway Health and Safety: Draft Appendix for operation of passenger trains in Unattended Train Operation configuration
8 July 2024
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A proposal to include an appendix to the Goal Setting Principles for Railway Health and Safety setting out additional factors to be considered for operation of passenger trains in GOA4, Unattended Train Operation configuration.
Asbestos
5 July 2024
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Our responsibilities and HSE's responsibilities for enforcing asbestos laws and what those laws require.
New ORR guidance to support the rollout of latest safety technology
9 May 2024
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We have published new guidance on the application of rail safety regulations to train protection systems, which will support duty holders understand their obligations as they migrate to modern signalling systems.
Train protection systems
8 May 2024
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Train protection is equipment fitted to trains and the track that can reduce risks from signals passed at danger (SPADs) and over-speeding.
Consultation on draft train protection systems guidance
8 May 2024
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Sought feedback on new train protection systems guidance. Guidance aims to clarify legal obligations of dutyholders in relation to modern train protection systems.
ORR gives approval for enhancements at Dore & Totley station
9 April 2024
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised significant enhancements at Dore & Totley railway station in Sheffield.
How to become a train driver in Great Britain
13 March 2024
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If you would like to become a trainee train drivers, you need to apply for advertised positions with a train operator or the infrastructure manager (i.e Network Rail).
Train driving licences and the law
13 March 2024
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The primary regulations are The Train Driving Licences and Certificates Regulations 2010 (as amended).