LRSSB - Light Rail Safety Standards Board

Magazine focuses on risk framework

An ambitious project to create a fully integrated risk management framework for light rail has been put under the spotlight in a leading trade publication.

Latest wheel-rail interface guide available now

The LRSSB has further expanded its online reference library to include an updated version of its guidance for Managing the Wheel-Rail Interface for light rail systems.

Rail breaks guidance published following peer review

Specific guidance on how to manage rail breaks and minimise the resulting disruption to services has been published by the LRSSB.

New Year Message from the LRSSB

While 2021 proved a challenge due to the continued impact of the coronavirus pandemic, progress in a number of key areas will see the LRSSB look forward to the year ahead with renewed confidence.

Cycle safety the focus of new light rail guidance

Detailed guidance on how to make tramways and similar urban transit systems as safe as possible for cyclists is now available to download from the LRSSB’s growing online reference library.

Rail breaks guidance set for publication

Extensive research into reducing the frequency and impact of breaks in embedded rail is set to shape new guidance from the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board.

Review of wheel-rail interface guide

A Good Practice Guide for Managing the Wheel-Rail Interface of light rail and tramway systems has been revised and revived to enhance safety across the sector.

Key infrastructure covered in new best practice manual

Building on the work of a light rail engineering group, the LRSSB has completed the first draft of a new publication covering the management of a key element of tramway infrastructure.

Group set for new name and terms of reference

A key component of the LRSSB’s operating structure is to be renamed alongside an update of its membership and objectives.

Crossing guidance added to growing online reference library

A growing online library of light rail safety documents now includes updated guidance on the design and management of tramway crossings for pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorised road users.

LRSSB welcomes review of its work to date

The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board has welcomed the launch of a planned review of its work by the Office of Rail and Road.

UKTram and LRSSB celebrate awards recognition

UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety have scooped a series of prestigious accolades at a high-profile event celebrating excellence across the sector.

Fatigue management guidance published

Comprehensive guidance on fatigue management within the light rail sector […]

UKTram and LRSSB on track for prestigious awards

UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety are in the running for multiple awards at a high-profile event celebrating excellence across the sector.

Third appointment further strengthens LRSSB board

The organisation responsible for further strengthening safety standards across the light rail sector has announced another high-profile appointment to its non-executive board.

Agreement to provide easier access to safety standards

The organisation responsible for driving light rail safety has joined forces with the British Standards Institute to make it even easier to access relevant national and international guidance documents.

New appointments strengthen LRSSB Board

Two senior figures from the light rail sector have been appointed to the board of the organisation responsible for strengthening safety standards across the UK’s tram and metro systems.

Comprehensive guidance on signage and markings

New, updated guidance on the testing of audible warning systems […]

Latest medical fitness guidance for tram drivers

Drawing on extensive consultations with safety professionals from across the […]

Online resource the latest boost for light rail safety

Welcome to our new-look website, designed to provide an important […]

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