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authority system should be implemented in line with international best practice from a number of major hazardous industries.
ARC subsequently carried out an independent review of the establishment of the Asset Standards Authority as the design authority for New South Wales, reviewing the governance, functions, interfaces and organisational structure of the new Authority.
The company also carried out a review of the maturity of a client’s safety risk management processes against the Office of Rail Regulation (ORR) risk management maturity model (RM3
). The
across the organisation. The SPI gives DLR a single performance measure, based on a combination of leading and lagging performance indicators. The SPI is used for setting a goal for safety performance each year and its composition is also adjusted to focus on key initiatives set out in DLR's annual safety improvement plan. As well as this, the company reviewed a major signalling supplier’s safety assurance processes which were not being applied consistently and each project had its own house style. ARC worked with the client to develop a framework for the safety and system assurance processes drawing on current project practices, the requirements of the CENELEC EN5012x standards and good practice. The new framework set out the key processes and how they fitted together, defining the key inputs, outputs, roles and responsibilities for each process, supported by formal procedures documenting the processes and activities. This framework is now used for all new projects being carried out by the client.
Risk management Managing risks effectively is essential for
reducing the effects of accidents, delays to projects, loss of productivity and damage to a company’s reputation. DLR has a mature enterprise risk management (ERM) framework in place for managing all types of risk that it faces and includes day-to-day operational risks, the planning of new extensions and the delivery of major projects. ARC supported DLR in developing and implementing the ERM framework and the underpinning process, procedures and reporting tools to ensure that risks to the DLR are captured and actively managed. This framework is now well embedded in DLR and, for example, was used to help manage the risks associated with the 2012 Olympics.
Independent reviews
Independent reviews of projects and performance are a means of providing useful guidance and advice to improve performance, reduce risks, and draw on good practice from elsewhere. ARC carried out an independent review of the design authority processes used by RailCorp Australia, recommending how gaps should be addressed and how an overall network
model provides the UK rail industry with a consistent approach to evaluating their control of risk, as required by the Railways and other Guided Transport Systems (Safety) regulations 2006 (ROGS) and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. This review provided the client with valuable feedback on the effectiveness and maturity of its safety and risk management arrangements. This was also the first RM3
assessment that was not carried out by the ORR.
Common Safety Method (CSM) The CSM for risk evaluation and assessment sets out the framework for how risks from significant changes to a railway operation are to be assessed and managed. This CSM is an EU regulation and is now mandatory for all mainline railways.
ARC developed a training course for the European Railway Agency on risk management and the CSM, drawing on the requirements of the CENELEC 5012x standards. The company has also supported clients bidding on a range of projects, helping them to structure their submissions so that they will be able to comply with the requirements of the new CSM.
The future
There are a significant number of major rail projects in the UK, from the upgrades to the London Underground network, Crossrail, High Speed 2, the Intercity Express Projects and the re-franchising exercises.
There are many challenges associated with delivering these projects, including addressing new safety requirements such as the CSM, increased performance requirements, and sustainability requirements. ARC is looking to work with our clients to ensure these changes can be delivered effectively and safely, while still delivering the efficiencies and the performance required from the railways.
Contact Steven Hughes Email:
steven.hughes@
consultarc.com Tel: 020 7960 6087 Website:
www.consultarc.com
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