Driving

Network Rail Lifesaving rules…

The driving Lifesaving Rules have recently changed.

Never use a hand-held or hands-free phone, or programme any other mobile device, while driving.

Always obey the speed limit and wear a seat belt.

IP Signalling sites…

Work sites are limited to 20mph – please ensure that you do not exceed this speed when on an IP Signalling worksite.

Some static compounds for example Rochester, have very low speed limits – Rochester compound is 5mph. Remember to obey speed limit signs.

All IP Signalling work sites are mandatory reverse parking, please do not forward park.

Recent driving incident…

Road traffic accident 9th June - M4 westbound

A Carillion vehicle carrying 5 Carillion Rail Resource workers collided with a lorry

The occupants were returning home to South Wales from a rail project near Reading

3 men died, one sustained serious injuries, one sustained minor injuries

Recent driving incident (Cont)…

Other presentation material which can be uploaded from NR Safety Central for this

presentation include:

Driving theory test – from the DVLA theory test booklet this random selection of 20 questions will test a driver’s knowledge of good driver technique. Those that secure 20 out of 20 will be entered into a prize draw, the winner receiving a £50 M&S gift voucher (Siemens initiative)

Keeping Drivers and Vehicles Safe in all Weathers – A timely advisory presentation on precautions to take as we enter the winter months. (Siemens presentation)

Videos which can be uploaded from the web for this presentation include:

Biker death – this reinforces the think biker, think bike message and also for motorcyclists to watch their speed

http://youtu.be/xq2xStb0R-c

Mobile phone warning – this short video, sponsored by Volkswagen further reinforces lifesaving rules and the split second decision to look at a mobile phone whilst driving with fatal consequences

https://www.youtube.com/embed/JHixeIr_6BM?rel=0&autoplay=1&iv_load_policy=3