RAIL SAFETY
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or end users working in the rail industry the provision of quality
high visibility clothing and its managed aftercare is vital to ensure they are protected and their PPE remains in an efficient state and in good repair. Within the demanding environments in which essential outdoor work is carried out, quality garments should be selected and assigned which are ‘fit for purpose’ as well as hard wearing and reliable.
The tri-partnership between Cosalt, Gore and PHS Besafe is providing such a service to end users in the rail industries. Quality is assured and
maintained throughout, starting with technical fabric production, garment design and construction through to laundering, inspection and garment return.
Cost savings in this current economic climate are always welcome which is why this new alliance is set to be well received within the rail industry. Based on standard calculations of two years supply and usage of disposable jackets vs. laundered Cosalt GORE-TEX® jackets,
keep you safe? Three partners – one goal
savings during this period range from £35-£145 per worker.
The purchase of 12 high visibility disposable jackets costs around £240-£360 per worker, whereas the purchase of one high visibility Cosalt GORE-TEX® jacket combined with 12 washes via PHS Besafe will only cost around £205- £215 over the same two year period. In addition, Cosalt GORE-TEX® jackets can last significantly longer than the two year period if properly maintained meaning further financial savings.
Additional benefits to the customer of this tri partnership system include savings from the hidden costs of invoicing, handling, dispatch, storage and landfill charges. By investing and maintaining in one durable garment a company will also reduce its carbon footprint.
Investment in a quality garment also provides the wearer with the advanced comfort and protection provided by Cosalt GORE-TEX® workwear, allowing end users to work with confidence even in the most hostile of environments.
No cable - no problem
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ncreasing level crossing safety is an important objective of rail operators. There are many dangers associated with level crossings, particularly when crossings are located in rural areas. Hearing trains approaching can often be difficult for users of crossings for various reasons; windy weather, MP3 players, vehicle music, mobile telephones will affect the ability to hear approaching trains.
Also, weather conditions such as snow, rain and fog may affect the warning a user receives that a train is on the way. In some places, bridges, buildings and embankments may restrict view.
All these parameters, coupled with often user complacency, are potential dangers for a pedestrian, cyclist or driver who needs to cross a railway line.
Every year, people are killed and injured in accidents at level crossings and the provision of a telephone would help to make them safer. Infrastructure restrictions, difficulties involving the provision of a telephone i.e. no cable or power, coupled with the high cost of installing and maintaining assets, in often
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remote locations, has prevented rail operators from providing a telephone terminal at these crossings.
Until recently, the technology has not been readily available for manufacturers to provide a solution. DAC Limited has developed a solution that could be the answer.
Due to trial this year, the RA708-GSM/GSM-R telephone is a standalone device that can be located anywhere there is sufficient GSM or GSM-R coverage.
No power, no cables, no infrastructure, no problem! Installation is simple, and the telephone is designed to be user friendly, mimicking existing telephones that are already widely used on crossings.
The RA708-GSM/GSM-R has a certain amount of on- board intelligence, providing internal health status checks to ensure serviceability levels are maintained.
Reporting via SMS, should there be a problem, before the problem turns into an incident.
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