AS 7640 Rail Management 2

This Standard is intended to provide a common framework for Rail Transport Operators (RTOs) to plan and execute the inspection, testing and commissioning of new and altered signalling infrastructure.

This Standard specifies requirements for the qualification of welds in steel rail manufactured in accordance with AS 1085.1 or rails that are shown to be metallurgically compatible for use in railway track.

This Standard covers a set of requirements to manage the identified industry hazards by identifying risks associated with the signalling equipment enclosures and wiring.