Control Tunnel Safety Systems

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This standard focuses on controlling safety systems within tunnels, emphasizing the monitoring and management of air flow, power distribution, and drainage to ensure user safety and compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

Performance Criteria

• Monitor traffic in and around the tunnel following organizational procedures.
• Operate safety systems to maintain health, safety, and well-being of road users.
• Monitor equipment for air, power, and drainage, addressing deviations accordingly.
• Promptly report faults and issues with safety systems.
• Identify and respond to activities and incidents requiring action in the tunnel.
• Accurately interpret and report incidents to relevant personnel.

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Legal and organizational requirements related to tunnel safety systems.
• Health and safety protocols for traffic management in tunnels.
• Procedures for monitoring and managing safety systems.
• Risk scenarios related to tunnels (e.g., accidents, fires, and chemical spills).
• Safety response procedures and equipment for managing risk scenarios.
• Understanding of the road network and alternative routes for road users.
• Knowledge of speed limits, lighting, ventilation, and drainage in tunnels.
• Incident management protocols, including risk assessment and command structures.
• Role of technology in monitoring tunnel safety system performance.

Relevent Roles

• Traffic Management Operatives
• Safety Systems Monitors
• Tunnel Management Personnel
• Incident Response Coordinators