RISQS Certification
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Are you currently working within the Rail Industry? Are you thinking of working within the Rail Industry? Are you looking to achieve or maintain a RISQS certification?
Seize your opportunity in the UK Railway sector by ensuring compliance with the essential RISQS certification, a non-negotiable prerequisite for servicing any part of this bustling industry. With our expert guidance, borne from extensive experience as both official auditors and dedicated consultants, we stand ready to streamline your certification journey.
Trust in our proven track record to unlock the doors to the entire railway sector, placing you firmly on the tracks to success.
What is RISQS?
The Rail Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme is the certificating body for any buyers or suppliers working throughout the Great British rail industry.
RISQS supports Network Rail and Transport for London (TFL) in managing their supply chain risk. The RISQS scheme is industry-owned, governed and sponsored by a committee of representatives from across the rail industry.
RISQS reports into the RSSB Board, and RSSB provides a range of services to support operational delivery of the scheme. This includes the production and development of rail standards, which are required to be implemented for all companies working within the rail industry. For more information about the RSSB visit here – https://www.rssb.co.uk/en
How do I get RISQS Certified?
The RISQS qualification scheme is made up of 3 key elements:
1. Complete & submit the application
Register on the RISQS Portal. Complete and submit the application questionnaire, ensuring the correct protocols and applicable RICCL / product codes are selected.
2. Prepare for the audit
Create the policies, procedures and forms that are required for the protocol requirements and set up a rail compliant management system.
3. Undergo and pass the audit
Undergo the RISQS audit which measures your compliance against the requirements of the RISQS protocols and rail standards.
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Click on the headings below to read more about the RISQS Certification Scheme & Requirements.
Requirements for CORE Protocols (CORS / CNORS)
A rail compliant management system that aligns with the CORS / CNORS protocol requirements.
Requirements for the CDM / Sentinel / SWP Protocols
Additionally, you will need the following for the CDM / Sentinel / SWP Protocols
- CIRAS Membership, this is for the protocols refusal to work / worksafe requirements. Further information about the scheme can be found at – https://www.ciras.org.uk/.
- A For Cause Agreement to be in place with a RISQS approved supplier, this is required if any employees are suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The agreement can then be invoked and appropriate testing undertaken without delay.
- Appropriate levels of unannounced drug and alcohol testing to be undertaken throughout the year (excludes first time empty system audit)
What are Product / RICCL codes?
Railway Commodity Classification List codes (RICCL) is a list that contains all the equipment, materials and services that are purchased for the railway. They are to be selected as relevant to your company and inline with the scope of activities you wish to undertake, when working within the rail industry. The number of RICCL codes selected will determine the cost and duration of your audit, the more RICCL codes selected the larger the duration and cost. The more RICCL codes selected, the larger the duration and cost will be.
The Product & Service (RICCL) code brochure can be found at https://www.risqs.org/product-and-service-riccl-brochure/
What do I need for the RISQS Audit?
- A rail compliant management system that aligns with the RISQS protocol. This will include the required policies, procedures and forms which we will tailor to suit your company’s scope and requirements. A compliant management system is one of the most important elements to being successful during the process.
- Access to rail competent health, safety, environmental support. We can support your company with this requirement acting as your competent RISQS consultant.
- Access to Network Rail, Transport for London and Rail Group Standards. These can be found at: Network Rail – Standards Account Request
The Audit Protocols
All protocols consist of a series of questions built around legislation, ACOPS, rail standards and ISO requirements. The auditor will review your company’s management arrangements and system following the questions set, to ensure each supplier works to certain standards, maintaining a high level of safety and quality across the rail sector.
CORE Non-Operational Railway Services (CNORS) – The CNORS requirements apply to all organisations whose activities are categorised as high risk and intending on delivering services outside the Operational Railway so as not to impact on the operational running of the railway.
CORE Operational Railway Services (CORS) – The CORS requirements apply to all organisations whose activities are categorised as high risk and intending to work within the boundaries of the operational railway. The Operational Railway for the module is currently defined as the following:
– Trackside / On or near the line (within 3 metres (10 feet) of a line or 1.25 metres (4 feet) of a station platform edge if doing engineering or technical work)
– Lineside (if between trackside and the boundary fence)
– A position where safety critical work being performed may impact on the Operational Railway (i.e. within turn-back, reversing, loop, lay-by, lay-over sidings and depots).
Sentinel – This includes the requirements of the CORE module but has additional requirements to satisfy the Sentinel protocol. This is aimed at companies planning to sponsor operatives to work within the rail industry.
Safe Work Planning (SWP) – This includes the requirements of the CORE, Sentinel and CDM modules, aimed at companies wanting to plan / manage access and works on the rail infrastructure.
CDM – The CDM module is applicable to any supplier discharging a duty defined within the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 (CDM) on multiple infrastructures. The module ensures compliance with the regulations and will be generated (if required)* when completing the online questionnaire.
Further information to useful module and scheme documentation can be found at – https://www.risqs.org/scheme-documents/
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