Quality assurance in trackwork

Implemented

Rail R

Accident

25.6.1997

B1/1996R/S36

Recommendation

As a rule, train traffic may be allowed on track work sites on the basis of track measurement. The work reports shall include more detailed quality requirements. VR-Track Ltd should draw up a quality manual on track renewal. Acceptance of final and temporary work performances shall include deformation mesurements (load rigidity).

The acceptance procedure shall be revised and developed.

The responsibilities shall be specified and documented in the work performance contracts and work reports.