- Confirm the conductor rail is isolated and short-circuited before approaching.
- Maintain minimum 1 metre clearance from the conductor rail when live.
- Hold valid PTS and third rail awareness competence before working trackside.
- Use insulated tools and equipment near the conductor rail.
- Brief all team members on conductor rail positions before starting.
- Confirm isolation with the control room and check short-circuiting devices.
- Treat every conductor rail as live until isolation is personally confirmed.
- Keep all materials and cables well clear of the conductor rail.
- Follow the safe system of work plan for every task near the rail.
- Report any damage to conductor rail covers or insulation immediately.
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- DON'T touch or step on the conductor rail under any circumstances.
- DON'T assume the rail is dead because no trains are running.
- DON'T place tools or equipment on or against the conductor rail.
- DON'T approach without confirmed isolation and short circuits.
- DON'T allow metal items to bridge between conductor and running rails.
- DON'T work near the third rail without the required competence cards.
- DON'T cross the track by stepping over the conductor rail if avoidable.
- DON'T remove or interfere with conductor rail covers or gap protection.
- DON'T carry long metal objects horizontally near the conductor rail.
- DON'T rely on rubber boots for electrical insulation from the rail.
See also: Rail Safety Awareness | Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) Safety
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