51399 Signalling arrangements at Norton Bridge junction

February 2013 in Network Rail and Suppliers

Method of working Signalling West Midlands

Concerns have been raised about the practice of bringing High Speed Trains (HSTs) travelling at 125mph to a stop at signal SC3612 protecting Norton Bridge junction.

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50394, 50404 & 50424 Emergency plan ‘not followed’

May 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

Method of working Station and platform Work environment West Midlands

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41038 Use of horns at Sadler’s User Worked Crossing, Norton Junction

November 2010 in Network Rail and Suppliers

Method of working West Midlands

A reporter is concerned about the use of high speed train horns and whistle boards at Sadler's User Worked Crossing (UWC) at Norton Junction, Worcestershire.

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21757 Non-reporting of near miss

January 2010 in Network Rail and Suppliers

Rules and procedures Method of working Communication and teamwork West Midlands Central

A reporter is concerned that an incident that happened in August 2005 (week 31) may not have been reported to the HMRI, despite the fact it involved a near miss and potential loss of life.

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