Best RSSB Podcasts (2025)

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Your Pension Journey: Insights from the NBR and RSSB 17:48

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3d ago17:48

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In this episode, Faith Batamuliza, Director of the Insurance and Pension Supervision department at the National Bank of Rwanda, and Dr. Regis Hitimana, Chief Benefits Officer at Rwanda Social Security Board explain how to start your pension journey early, the different pension schemes available, and the latest reforms making pensions more transpare…

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Putting sustainability and social value ‘front and centre’ 9:55

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With us for this episode is Rachael Everard, our Director of Sustainable Development at RSSB. We explore some of the sustainability challenges the industry is up against and how we’re planning to help overcome those. We also revisit the Sustainable Rail Blueprint, showcasing some positive member stories from its implementation. Find out more at: ht…

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Breaking Down Bank Supervison: How it works and why it matters 24:05

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In this episode, Frank Rudasingwa, an Inspector in the Bank Supervision department, explains more about how bank supervison is conducted and it’s crucial role at the National Bank of Rwanda.

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Ensuring reliable rail services: How RSSB makes a difference 16:04

3M ago16:04

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In this episode, we're joined by Chris Knowles, RSSB's Director of System Safety and Health. We’ll explore some specific challenges to rail reliability and resilience, why it’s vital to address them, and some of the solutions that RSSB is offering in this space. Find out more at: https://www.rssb.co.uk/our-business-plan…

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NBR’s Inflation Forecasting: What you need to know 12:33

3M ago12:33

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Inflation shapes prices and Savings. In this episode, Prof. Kasai Ndahiriwe, Director of the Monetary Policy Department explains the tools and decisions behind the National Bank of Rwanda’s inflation forecasts and what they mean for your everyday life.By National Bank of Rwanda

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Investing today for tomorrow's success 16:13

4M ago16:13

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In this episode, we're joined once again by Johnny Schute, RSSB's Chief Operating Officer. Together, we'll explore what rail needs to be thinking about in terms of driving cost reduction, some of the complexities around investing today for benefits tomorrow, and how we at RSSB are committed to supporting industry in this challenge. Find out more at…

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Navigating technological change in the evolving rail industry 14:29

5M ago14:29

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In this episode, we're joined once again by Vaibhav Puri, RSSB's Director of Sector Strategy and Transformation. Together, we'll explore some of the issues inherent in the adoption and implementation of new technology, our initiatives in this area, and some of the most promising new technological advancements. Find out more at: https://www.rssb.co.…

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#AccelerateAction: Women in Statistics 14:34

6M ago14:34

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How can we #AccelerateAction? How can more women take deliberate steps to join this important field? In this episode, Annie Uwimana, Principal Statistician, and Violet Mahoro, Senior Officer Data Scientist, share their experiences as women in STEM at the National Bank of Rwanda. They delve into the crucial role of Statistics and encourage more fema…

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'The future of freight is bright': Boosting safety and growth 12:06

6M ago12:06

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In this episode, we're joined by Andrea Rossi. Andrea is the CEO of DB Cargo UK and a non-executive director on the RSSB Board. Together, we'll explore the current rail freight landscape, what the future might hold for the sector, and how RSSB fosters collaboration and innovation to ensure continued safety and growth in this area. Find out more at:…

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The Evolving Role of Central Banks in Addressing Climate Change 28:47

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By National Bank of Rwanda

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How industry is coming together on trespass and suicide prevention 14:36

7M ago14:36

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In this episode, we're joined by Rich Godwin. Rich is the Chair of industry's Trespass and Suicide Prevention Working Group. He's also a Suicide Prevention Co-ordinator at Network Rail, North West and Central Region. Optimising safety and satisfaction for passengers is vital for both RSSB and Network Rail. So, today, we're discussing how industry h…

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Revisiting the Sustainable Rail Blueprint: Milestones, member adoption, and more 15:20

8M ago15:20

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Welcome to our first podcast of 2025! With us today is Stacey Head, our Sustainability Manager. She’ll be speaking with us about some of the initiatives the Sustainable Rail Blueprint has prompted in its first year, how RSSB supports members to embed the Blueprint, and what the future holds for it. Find out more at https://www.rssb.co.uk/sustainabi…

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Reflections and resolutions with RSSB Chair, Mike Brown 10:30

9M ago10:30

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In this episode, we're delighted to be joined by Mike Brown, Chair of the RSSB Board. He's with us for the final episode of 2024 to round up the year the rail industry has had, discuss the changes it might see in 2025 and beyond -- as well as how to navigate them -- and reflect on what the festive season means for many rail workers. Find out more a…

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The National Bank of Rwanda Monetary Policy Challenge: What You Need to Know 16:20

9M ago16:20

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By National Bank of Rwanda

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Road Safety Week special: Police tips on keeping your drivers safe 10:01

9M ago10:01

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This is the third and final episode in our Rail Industry Road Safety Week miniseries. This episode, we're joined by Rik Wenham, an investigator in the Commercial Vehicle Unit of the Metropolitan Police. Rik discusses the important processes of responding to and investigating road traffic accidents, covers how the police work with the parties involv…

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Road Safety Week special: Supporting a line report through an RTC 7:42

9M ago7:42

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This is the second episode in our Rail Industry Road Safety Week miniseries. This episode, we're joined by Jamie Mills, a Section Manager at Network Rail. He speaks with us about his experiences of managing an employee who experienced a road traffic accident in the line of work. Jamie discusses what he did in the immediate aftermath to support the …

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Road Safety Week special: How the ‘perfect storm’ led to this survivor’s RTC 12:12

9M ago12:12

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This is the first episode in our 2024 Rail Industry Road Safety Week miniseries. In this episode, we're joined by Dave Whelan, a train manager at GB Railfreight and someone who experienced a work-related road traffic accident. Dave speaks with our host, RSSB's Principal Health and Wellbeing Specialist Joana Faustino, about what led to the accident,…

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Navigating Change: The Role of NBR in Rwanda’s Evolving Payment Systems 19:38

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What’s driving the change in payment systems today? What regulations are shaping the future of transactions? In this episode, Christian Kajeneri, Director of Payment Systems, delves into how digital innovation is transforming financial inclusion and discusses the critical balance between security, consumer protection and innovation in modern paymen…

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Unlocking value for industry in 2025 and beyond 12:40

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This month, we're speaking with Helen Costello, RSSB's Director of Business Management and Performance. She’ll be speaking with us about the biggest hurdles rail is facing at the moment, some of the solutions that RSSB has developed to help overcome these, and the value they’re generating for industry. Find out more at https://www.rssb.co.uk/strate…

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Why industry-wide collaboration will 'forever be valuable' 13:26

11M ago13:26

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This month we're joined by Vaibhav Puri, RSSB's Director of Sector Strategy and Transformation, to speak about the value of industry-wide collaboration for the rail sector. As well as the benefits, Vaibhav touches on how RSSB facilitates this collaboration, what 'good' looks like, and some challenges and misconceptions. He also discusses the role t…

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Our place at the heart of the rail industry 11:26

12M ago11:26

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We're joined this month by Johnny Schute, our Chief Operating Officer. Johnny speaks with us about RSSB's unique whole-system perspective and what that means for the GB rail industry. He touches on the value it generates, the efficiencies it enables, and how it helps us strive for safety while also ensuring cost reduction, revenue growth, and impro…

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Health and safety data: quality information drives quality decisions 14:49

1y ago14:49

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This month we're joined by Marcus Dacre, RSSB’s Head of Risk and Safety Intelligence. He talks with us about the importance of having good quality health and safety data in the rail industry. Marcus also covers the work that got us to this point, what the future holds, and the improvements we're making to SMIS to aid better data capture. He finishe…

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Rail freight: meeting the 75% growth target safely 9:33

1y ago9:33

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Welcome to another episode of the RSSB podcast! This month we're joined by Dougie Hill, who is Chair of the National Freight Safety Group. He talks about the freight landscape in 2024, what it'll take to safely meet the government's rail freight growth target, and what RSSB is working on to make this happen. Find out more about the NFSG here: www.r…

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Rwanda's Path to Embracing Digital Currency. 14:31

1y ago14:31

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In our previous episode, we delved into what a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is, why the National Bank of Rwanda is considering one, and more. But what are the benefits and associated risks of the CBDC? Who is the National Bank of Rwanda collaborating with on this project? The Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, Soraya M. Hakuziy…

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Getting health on par with safety 8:31

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Welcome to another episode of the RSSB podcast! This month we're joined by Tracy Orlandi, who is Head of Wellbeing and Occupational Health at East Midlands Railway. She talks about the progress being made in rail employee health and wellbeing, areas where gaps remain, and what it'll take to elevate health to the same level as safety in the rail ind…

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What You Need to Know About Central Bank Digital Currencies(CBDC) 25:38

1y ago25:38

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What is a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)? Why is the National Bank of Rwanda considering a CBDC? Do we even need a CBDC? In this episode, Kimenyi Valens, Director of Financial Sector Development and Inclusion, demystifies the CBDC and dives into the findings of the feasibility study that was conducted about the CBDC, and why the public should…

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Inside the Leadership and Organizational Culture at the National Bank of Rwanda 12:55

1+ y ago12:55

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To celebrate International Labor Day, Executive Director of Human Resources and Administration at the National Bank of Rwanda, Frances Ihogoza discusses the deliberate focus on fostering a people-centric organizational culture at the Bank, the personal and career development opportunities offered, and more. Don't miss this engaging, timely conversa…

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Sustainable Rail Blueprint: its impact so far and where we go from here 11:34

1+ y ago11:34

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This month we're joined by Thom Rawson, RSSB's Sustainable Rail Principal, to talk through the impact the Sustainable Rail Blueprint has had so far. He also covers how we're helping rail organisations embed it, how we're facilitating industry collaboration on sustainability, and what's next. Find out more at https://www.rssb.co.uk/sustainability/th…

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Introducing our 2024-25 Annual Business Plan 15:13

1+ y ago15:13

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Welcome to another episode of the RSSB podcast! Today, join four members of our Executive Committee — Johnny Schute (Chief Operating Officer), Keith Hanlon-Smith (Chief People Officer), Hannah Kingsley (Chief Finance Officer), and Paul McLaughlin (Chief Commercial Officer) — as they outline industry's current challenges, discuss RSSB's priorities i…

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#InspireInclusion: Women in Cybersecurity 27:42

1+ y ago27:42

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How can organizations #InspireInclusion? What strategies are effective in promoting inclusion within fields such as cybersecurity, where gender disparities persist? In this episode, Sandra Ishimwe, a SOC Analyst, and Sonia Umutesi, an IT Governance and Compliance Officer, offer insights from their experiences as women in STEM at the National Bank o…

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What to expect from our Strategic Business Plan 13:48

1+ y ago13:48

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Welcome back to a new season of the RSSB Podcast. In this episode, we’re joined by RSSB Chief Executive Mark Phillips. Mark takes us through our five-year Strategic Business Plan covering 2024–2029, pulling out some of the key priorities along the way. He’s particularly excited to see how rail can leverage some of the technological and digital adva…

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Demystifying Insurance and Understanding Its Role In the Development of Rwanda. 28:25

1+ y ago28:25

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What is insurance? Who is it meant for? And what are the stakes when the population lacks insurance against financial losses? In this episode, Emmy Rugamba, a Senior Inspector at The National Bank of Rwanda, delves into these questions, providing insight into the Rwandan insurance industry and more!By National Bank of Rwanda

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What Financial Consumer Protection Means For You. 22:29

2y ago22:29

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What is consumer protection? What are your rights and obligations as a financial services consumer? How does NBR safeguard financial services consumers as a regulator? In this illuminating episode, Frank Kajungu, Manager of the Financial Sector Conduct Department at NBR, explores the answers and beyond. Join us for a thorough insight into this impo…

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Addressing Climate Change to Ensure Price Stability and a Sound Financial System. 22:01

2y ago22:01

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How does climate change affect price stability and a sound financial system? How can NBR address climate change? What is the role of NBR as a central bank and a supervisor? In this insightful episode, Dr. Annie Uwimana, Principal Statistician at NBR, delves into the answers and more. Tune in for a comprehensive understanding of this crucial topic.…

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Challenges and opportunities for net zero carbon rail 20:20

2y ago20:20

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Rail has been the most environmentally-friendly form of long distance transport for many years, and now needs to reduce its carbon emissions even further. George Davies, director of sustainability at RSSB, and Martin Watt, counsel at global law firm Dentons, discuss the challenges and opportunities of net zero carbon for rail.…

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Highlights of the Annual Health and Safety Report 2022-2023 8:38

2y ago8:38

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The significant trends in safety risk from 2022-2023, and what's being done to keep our railway one of the safest in the world. 01:19 About Robert Sigrist 01:55 The work of the RSSB Risk and Safety Intelligence Team 02:55 The significant safety findings for 2022-2023 04:03 Changes in public behaviour, trespass and sitting on the platform edge 05:09…

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Asset Integrity - A systems management approach to deliver value 13:57

2y ago13:57

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Are you getting the best value from your assets? Could your asset management approach be improved? In this episode we look at ISO 55001 as a possible framework for better asset management. 00:53 Asset management in today’s economic context 01:59 What to include in an asset management approach 02:15 Which framework to use for asset management 03:23 …

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What You Need to Know about Saving 21:18

2y ago21:18

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What are savings? When should you start saving? Why should you prioritize saving at any income level? How do we break the silence about money and saving? In this episode, Dr.Bigirimana Moise, a manager in the Financial Inclusion and Education Department at NBR, answers these questions and more.By National Bank of Rwanda

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What is the National Bank of Rwanda Sandbox? 17:15

2+ y ago17:15

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In this episode, we speak to Ingrid Cyuzuzo, the Manager Financial Inclusion and Development on the NBR Sandbox.By National Bank of Rwanda

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20 Years of RSSB – Level Crossing Safety 13:59

2+ y ago13:59

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As RSSB celebrates its 20th year, this episode looks at the work that it has done to help improve safety at level crossing, one of the biggest sources of risk for the railway. 00:57 About Michael Woods 02:00 The Ufton level crossing accident described 03:32 How Michael got RSSB involved 04:56 RSSB directors brief ministers and help secure RSSB’s fu…

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Rail Social Value - The Pathway to Filling the Skills Gap 26:19

2+ y ago26:19

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Finding the right people to fill vacant roles can be difficult. Steve Womack of Amey Infrastructure Wales talks about how he has found workers with transferable skills. He's also contributing social value to his local area by employing ex-offenders. Hear about lessons from a steep learning curve and the benefits to be found. 01:41 About Steve Womac…

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Understanding Treasury Bonds. 19:19

2+ y ago19:19

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In this episode, we speak to Jean Marie Rugambwa, the Manager of Domestic Market Analysis and Development at the National Bank of Rwanda, about treasury bonds.By National Bank of Rwanda

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Safety Culture - the RAIB perspective 16:57

2+ y ago16:57

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The Rail Accident Investigation Branch does what it says on the tin. It looks at both accidents and incidents to find their underlying causes. No blame is laid, but recommendations for mitigations are made; some of which may be around organisational culture. Here, two of RAIB’s accident investigators talk about a company’s safety culture, learning …

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Health and Wellbeing - Dealing with prostate cancer 8:53

2+ y ago8:53

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This is the first in a series on specific health conditions. In this episode, recorded in Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, an RSSB employee talks with one of our health and wellbeing specialists about his experience of diagnosis, and the support received during treatment. 00:43 About Deb Archibald 01:04 About Tavid Dobson and discovering his cancer…

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Rwanda's Monetary Policy Decision: Central Bank Rate increased to 7% 19:35

2+ y ago19:35

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In the first episode of the National Bank of Rwanda podcast, we speak to the Chief Economist of NBR, Dr. Thierry Kalisa on the decision to increase the central bank rate from 6.5% to 7%.By National Bank of Rwanda

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Coping with our third pandemic winter 13:29

2+ y ago13:29

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Colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses always increase over the winter period. That list now includes Covid-19, which is still with us. So, how can we best protect ourselves from it and the others in the coming weeks and months? Claire Shooter, our Public Health Manager, explains what we can expect and do to stay as healthy as possible. 00.44 …

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An introduction to standards in rail 21:57

2+ y ago21:57

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Standards are talked about very often within rail, so this podcast provides an introductory overview. It describes what standards are, when rail started using standards, what the different types of standards abbreviations mean, how standards development is triggered, and where to find out more. 00:37 Introducing Tom Lee, Director of Standards at RS…

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Developing the Whole System Risk Model 19:12

2+ y ago19:12

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The railway is a very complex system. RSSB has developed tools for the industry to assess and target some hazards, but not all of them. Much of our risk analysis knowledge is based on the Safety Risk Model (SRM), now in version 9. One response to some identifiable hazards is to impose a blanket speed restriction. These can cover wide areas, and may…

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Simpler, lower cost AC electrification standards 21:59

2+ y ago21:59

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Achieving net zero carbon by 2050 will need more electrification of the GB railway. This episode looks at new and updated standards that don’t just make the requirements easier to understand. They also have the potential to deliver cost savings of well over £27m over five years. So, if you design OLE or AC-powered trains, you’ll want to listen to t…

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Road Driving for a Safer Railway - Overspeeding 10:53

2+ y ago10:53

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Overspeeding isn’t just an issue when driving trains. It happens on the roads as well. With nearly 10,000 road vehicles in its fleet Network Rail took steps to put numbers to it, and the findings were alarming. Hear what’s being done to tackle the problem and the outcomes so far. 00.48 About Simon Morgan 04.04 A definition for and consequences of r…