Development with R.P.E. and innovations in communication within High-Output

Environment In High-Output we carry out a range of activities that agitate ballast and the effect will create a hazardous environment by way of putting crystalline silica dust in the air. These include the use of BCS, D75, Auto-hoppers, Tamping, regulating to name a few.

Innovation By listening to the feedback of the R.P.E. We are positively trialling a new Drager airfed system. We have had a very positive response so far, a much quieter operating function and with a standard type hard hat that enables the fitting of standard cap lamps. Because of its ability to offer mic access it is helping us (with Co-Channel) to evolve an industry first dual Com’s system. This will enable the user (including FFP3) to maintain safe and effective com’s whilst remaining fully protected and compliant at all times.

Site Visits with Co-Channel have taken place with TRS & BCS systems Proto type expected to be ready for trials at the beginning of November 2015 Welcome any other I.M.T.s to get involved and share in the trials Any feed back or questions through the T.S.A. or directly to karl.crompton@networkrail.co.uk or 07866319555 COM 1