Ensuring operational improvement through the effective utilisation of resources, systems and technologies
Experience and Achievements
Year 2006
 

Year 2006Year 2005/2006Prior to RODL setup

GSM-R Training                                                    Client: Network Rail

Developed the simulator specifications for the cab radio (driving cabs) and fixed terminal (signalling and control centres) equipment.
Currently developing the training plan and contents for the eventual training of the Rail Industry’s safety critical workforce (i.e. train drivers, signallers, controllers etc).

Depot operation table top exercises. Client: TransPennine Express

Designed and delivered table top exercises to test and evaluate the depot operating arrangements and planned contingencies to enable both TPE and Siemens to improve the operational capability and disruption recovery of the new Manchester Ardwick depot.

Review of Simulator Usage                               Client: Central Trains

Undertook the review of the company’s simulator usage, to establish actual effectiveness, and identify areas for improvement, which are cost effective in the long run.

SPADWEB project                   Client: Rail Safety & Standards Board

Untill October 2007 was engaged by the RSSB to undertake the content development of SPADWEB


A significant part of the work is to expand the ongoing interaction between the site and Industry. In particular, manage and obtain up to date information and resources related to SPAD management - with many and varied industry stakeholders.


Membership of the site grew from 1,200 to nearly 4,000 in 22months, Site visits now exceed 10,00 a week and downloads from the site exceed 3,000 a month. A 250% increase from when RODL commenced the project.

Safety Management Review                              Client: Siemens

Undertook a comprehensive review of the railway operational systems of work in respect to train arrivals and departures at the Siemens Ardwick depot in Manchester, to identify and address all operational hazards or risk.

Railway Safety Case Audit                                         Client: Seco-Rail

Developed and designed the railway safety case audit protocol to ensure the company met the industry requirements.
Undertook the railway safety case audit based on the requirements above.

Year 2006 achievements