Enerpac RP70AE100 Status Update
Issued to: Network Rail line managers, safety professionals and accredited contractors
Ref: NRA24-12
Date of issue: 18/11/2024
Location: National
Contact: Simon Morgan, Head of Corporate Safety, TA
Overview
On 3rd April 2024, a member welding team was injured by being struck by an extension strip of the stressing kit, after a retaining bolt sheared off. Safety Advice Note NRA 24/7 issued on the 17th April 2024 outlined temporary controls measures required.
The investigation and extensive failure mode test have concluded and we have learned that there was no fault with the equipment.
We now know that the following factors contributed to the incident, and you should take action to make sure that these factors are addressed for your welding and stressing activity:
1. Make sure that familiarisation training is adequate and up to date.
2. Make sure you have the latest Task Risk Control Sheet: RCS No: NR/L3/MTC/RCS0216/TK42 Issue:3.
3. Make sure your Company have a copy of the latest Product acceptance certificate