Railway Protection Code of Practice Oct 2014

RAILWAY PROTECTION CODE OF PRACTICE
FOR THE EMIRATE OF DUBAI
Fourth Edition
Oct. 2014
Railway Protection Code of Practice
Contents
Preface iv
Definitions v
1 Introduction 1
1.1 General 1
1.2 Scope 1
1.3 Railway Protection Guidelines 2
1.4 Associated documents 2
2 Railway Protection Zone 3

2.1 General 3
2.2 Railway Protection Zones 5
3 Restricted Activity 13
3.1 General 13
3.2 Description of Restricted Activity 13
4 No Objection Certificate Requirements 15

4.1 General 15
4.2 Types of NOC Applications 16
4.3 Application and Approval Process 16
4.4 NOC Application Details 17
4.5 Description of Supporting Documents 19
4.6 Associated Risk and Control Measures for each Restricted Activity 21
4.6.1 Restricted Activity - RA1: Storage of Goods 21
4.6.2 Restricted Activity - RA2: Movement or Operation of Cranes, Hoists and other 24
Lifting Equipment
4.6.3 Restricted Activity - RA3: Installation of Boreholes and Wells 29
4.6.4 Restricted Activity - RA4: Dredging of Sea-Beds and Canal-Beds 31
4.6.5 Restricted Activity - RA5: Construction of Underground Passageways 33
4.6.6 Restricted Activity - RA6: Excavation of Trenches and Earth Movement 34
4.6.7 Restricted Activity - RA7: Demolition 36
4.6.8 Restricted Activity - RA8: Use of Explosives and Fireworks and the Lighting of Fires 37
4.6.9 Restricted Activity - RA9: Erection of Scaffolding and other Temporary Structures 38
4.6.10 Restricted Activity - RA10: Installation or Replacement of Conduits for any 40
Utilities
4.6.11 Restricted Activity - RA11: Other Activities to be Controlled 41
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5 Design Considerations 42
5.1 General 42
5.2 Design Development and Building Proposals in Railway Protection Zone 42
5.3 Design of Overbridge Vehicular Parapets 43
6 Site Inspection before NOC 44

6.1 General 44
6.2 Agency Review 44
6.3 Deviation from Approved Plan 45
6.4 Violations and Fines 45
7 Works in Railway protection Zone 46

7.1 General 46
7.2 Construction Works and restricted Activity 46
7.3 Site Preparation 46
7.4 Excavation Works 49
7.5 Development / Building Works Adjoining Railway Infrastructures 49
7.6 Demolition 50
8 Monitoring Requirements 51
8.1 General 51
8.2 Monitoring of the Railway Infrastructure 53
8.3 Monitoring of Construction Activity 54
8.4 Control Measures of Enabling Works 56
8.5 Reporting 57
8.6 Site Inspections by the Agency 57
8.7 Incident / Accident Management 58
9 Risk Assessment 59
9.1 General 59
9.2 Measuring Hazards 59
9.3 Process 61
10 Enquiries 62
Appendices 60
Appendix A: Dubai Tram Protection Code of Practice for the Emirate of Dubai A-1
Appendix B: Method Statement (Template) B-1
Appendix C: Risk Assessment Report (Template) C-1
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Preface
The Railway Protection Code of Practice identifies the Railway Protection Zone and Restricted Activity
within the Zone for all Railways in the Emirate of Dubai. It defines procedures to be followed prior to
carrying out Restricted Activity and other construction-related activities planned by any Government,
Public or Private entities in the vicinity of Railway Infrastructure.
This document is part of the Roads and Transport Authority’s (RTA) initiative to ensure safe and reliable
rail operation in Dubai. With the development of Railway lines in Dubai, Railways become the major mass
transportation mode in Dubai, forming an integral part of the public transport system and attracting a
significant number of passengers.
In order to ensure that the safe operation of the Railway system is maintained, it is necessary to regulate
By Law in order to protect the Railways Infrastructure, safe operation, staff and the travelling public. Tis
document is part of the framework of the legislation of Railway in the Emirate of Dubai
The Railway Protection Code of Practice will assist in achieving the RTA’s vision of safe and smooth
transport for all.
Mr. Abdulla Yousef Al Ali

Chief Executive Officer
Rail Agency, Roads and Transport Authority
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
© Roads and Transport Authority 2014
All rights reserved. No section or element of this Railway Protection Code of Practice may be removed from this document or be
reproduced in any form without the written permission of Roads and Transport Authority.
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Definitions
Term Definition
Accident The unexpected and undesirable occurrence directly associated with railway
operations, its railway infrastructure, which result or may result in human
casualties or damage to property
Agency Rail Agency of the Authority
Applicant Any party applying for No Objection Certificate
Authority Roads and Transport Authority
Battering Sloping the exposed face of an excavation wall back either at a uniform angle,
or stepping it back uniformly.
Benching Method of preventing of excavation walls by excavating the sides of an
excavation to form one or a series of horizontal levels or steps, usually with
vertical or near-vertical surfaces between levels.
Bunding Embankment or wall which may form part or all of the perimeter of a
compound within which sits a storage tank. The bund is designed to contain
any spill resulting from a breach of the tank.
By-laws Administrative Decision No. 68/2010 regarding Issuing, Implementation and
Regulation of Order No. 5/2009 Governing Railway Regulation in the Emirate
of Dubai
Contractor An organization designated by the Owner or the Operator for the purpose of
carrying out the works related to railways, or execution of any work that
requires obtaining of permits or No Objection Certificates from the Agency
Control Measures Provisions to reduce identified risks
Critical Zone A zone within the Railway Protection Zone, which requires more stringent
Control Measures than the remainder of the Railway Protection Zone
Design NOC A document issued by the Agency to authorize the preliminary or final design
of proposed works
Earth-moving Any machinery designed for the purpose of moving earth including (but not
machinery limited to) excavators, JCB’s, front-end loaders, scrapers, bob-cats, skid-steer
loaders and graders.
Emirate Emirate of Dubai
Formwork Either temporary or permanent moulds into which concrete or similar
materials are poured.
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Term Definition
Incident An occurrence which affects or could affect the safety of people or the Railway
Infrastructure
Information NOC A document issued by the Agency providing information about the railway
network and infrastructure
Inspector Staff authorized by the Authority to verify the safety of railway infrastructure
and railway vehicles operation, carry out investigations and recommend
actions to address situations that may affect the safety of the railways.
NOC A document issued by the Agency, authorizing an organization to perform
activities within the Rail Right of Way.
Operations The operation, movement or cause of movement of Railway vehicles designed
for transportation or for carrying out maintenance, modification works and
development of infrastructure or Railway vehicles
Operator The authorized party for the operation or maintenance of the Railway
Infrastructure or Railway vehicles, or both for the purposes of public
transportation
Owner Any public or private company or authority that owns the infrastructure of the
Railway or Railway vehicles, or both, for the purposes of public transportation
Permit A formal written approval granted by the Agency in respect of a proposal for
works relating to Railways in the Emirate
PZ Protection Zone of the railways as defined in Clause 2 – Table 2.1
Person A natural Person or a public or private legal Person
Railway Railway transportation systems designed to transport passengers and goods,
guided by specific tracks, designed for the movement of the rails either a
single or dual track system or any other direction system, including heavy and
light rail, monorail services, tramways or Railways for maintenance or freight
terminals
Railway All establishments, facilities, systems and software necessary to operate
Infrastructure Railways and to enable them to work safely, including but not limited to,
Railway tracks and associated track structures, service roads, signalling
systems, communications systems, rail controlling systems , notices and signs,
the electric power supply, electric traction systems, the associated buildings,
stations, warehouses, machinery, equipment, structures, corridors, pass ways,
tunnels, bridges, sidewalks, barriers (iron gates), associated works, the work of
sanitation, and any construction or rail-related work
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Term Definition
Railway Protection The document issued by the Agency which specifies the standards, procedures
Code of Practice and requirements for the protection of the Infrastructure in the Railway
Protection Zone
Railway Protection The Railway Infrastructure sites and the surrounding areas designated as such
Zone by the Agency in the Railway Protection Code of Practice
Railway Regulation Regulation No. 5 of 2009 on the Regulation of Railways in the Emirate of Dubai
Railway Technical Technical documents issued, or adopted, by the Agency that can be applied as
Standards requirements for any railway, planned, designed, developed or operated in
the Emirate.
Railway Vehicle Any vehicle that uses the infrastructure of the Railway, including locomotives,
engines, trains, trams, light inspection vehicles, self-propelled maintenance
vehicles, freight wagons or monorail vehicles
Restricted Activity Any activity considered by the Agency to (or to have potential to) jeopardise
or otherwise adversely affect any Railway, Railway Infrastructure and / or
Railway Vehicles and / or to pose a threat of risk or interference in any way
with any Railway, Railway Infrastructure and / or Railway Vehicles as further
described in the By-laws and / or in the Railway Protection Code of Practice
Risk Assessment A report prepared by an Applicant seeking Railway Protection NOCs identifying
Report potential risks and mitigation measures involved in carrying out any Restricted
Activity, development and building proposals within the Railway Protection
Zone
Safety Free from unacceptable risks of loss or damage
Safety Regulation Planning and Safety Regulation Department which the RTA established under
Authority the Rail Regulation to ensure the safety of all Railways, Railway Infrastructure
and Railway Vehicles in the Emirate (as further set out in the Rail Regulation)
Shoring Means a structure such as a metal hydraulic, mechanical or timber shoring
system that supports the sides of an excavation and which is designed to
prevent soil movement and cave-ins.
Structure Gauge The boundary enclosing the clearances required outside the swept envelope
to enable the Railway to be operated in safety. The structure gauge includes
provision for staff safety, where staff are permitted on the Railway while
Railway Vehicles are running
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Term Definition
Tramway All establishments, facilities, systems and software necessary to operate

infrastructure tramways and to enable them to work safely, including but not limited to,
tramway tracks and associated track structures, service roads, signalling
systems, communications systems, rail controlling systems , notices and signs,
the electric power supply, electric traction systems, the associated buildings,
stations, warehouses, machinery, equipment, structures, corridors, pass ways,
tunnels, bridges, sidewalks, barriers (iron gates), associated works, the work of
sanitation, and any construction or rail-related work
Tramway Protection The tramway Infrastructure sites and the surrounding areas designated as
Zone such by the Agency in the Railway Protection Code of Practice and Appendices
Tramway Vehicle Any vehicle that uses the infrastructure of the tramway, including trams, light
inspection vehicles and self-propelled maintenance vehicles
Zone of Influence The Zone of Influence of a Railway structure below ground is the area over
which applied external loads are likely to affect the Railway structure
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1. Introduction
1.1 General
1.1.1 This Railway Protection Code of Practice is issued by the Agency to set out procedures,
conditions and other requirements to comply with Administrative Decision No. 68/2010 with
regard to the issuing, implementation and regulation of Order No. 5/2009 Governing Railway
Regulation in the Emirate of Dubai.
1.1.2 The Agency at all times takes a risk-based approach to carrying out its duties and co-operates
with the Safety Regulation Authority in the spirit of developing and maintaining a safe and
efficient Railway system in the Emirate.
1.1.3 This Railway Protection Code of Practice provides mandatory requirements for any external party
who intends to carry out Restricted Activity and other construction-related activities in the
vicinity of Railway lines or facilities.
1.1.4 The Railway Protection Code of Practice identifies the Railway Protection Zone for all Railways in
the Emirate of Dubai, which shall be controlled and must not be misused at any time, in order to
ensure uninterrupted safe Railway operations and protection of Railway Infrastructure and
people.
1.2 Scope
1.2.1 This Railway Protection Code of Practice is applicable to all Railways (under planning, under
construction or in the operation and maintenance phases) in the Emirate of Dubai
1.2.2 This Railway Protection Code of Practice defines:
(a) The mandatory procedures, conditions and other requirements that must be complied with
in relation to the protection of Railways, Railway Infrastructure
(b) Vehicles Railway Protection Zone; and
(c) Restricted Activity
1.2.3 This Railway Protection Code of Practice outlines the submission procedures and requirements
that must be followed in order to obtain No Objection Certificates (NOC’s) for conducting
Restricted Activity or Activities and/or for development, utility services, building and
construction proposals in any Railway Protection Zone
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1.3 Railway Protection Guidelines

1.3.1 The Railway Protection Code of Practice outlines the potential risks that may be posed by third
party undertaking any Restricted Activity, development, utility services, design and/or
construction within the Railway Protection Zone and the recommended Control Measures to
ensure the safe and uninterrupted operation of Railway systems.
1.3.2 The Railway Protection Code of Practice shall be used by any party (hereafter called ‘the
Applicant’) intending to carry out any Restricted Activity, development, utility services, design
and/or construction of buildings or other infrastructure within the Railway Protection Zone.
1.3.3 Restricted Activity, as defined in Administrative Decision No.68/2010 (By-laws) means any
activity considered by the Agency to (or to have potential to) jeopardise or otherwise adversely
affect any Railway, Railway Infrastructure and/or Railway Vehicles and/or to pose a threat of risk
or interference in any way in each case with any Railway, Railway Infrastructure and/or Railway
Vehicles.
1.3.4 The Guidelines of Railway Protection Code of Practice will assist the Applicant to control common
risks associated with various Activities when carried out within the Railway Protection Zone, as
well as in the preparation of a risk assessment report, which is required to be submitted as part
of No Objection Certificate (NOC) applications.
1.3.5 Applicants are strongly recommended to read and follow the Guidelines of Railway Protection
Code of Practice, whenever any work defined as a Restricted Activity or construction works are
planned within the Railway Protection Zone. Applicants may provide in their NOC applications
alternative control measures, provided that the risks posed by the works are mitigated to an
extent equivalent to, or better than, when the recommended control measures are applied
1.3.6 The Guidelines of Railway Protection Code of Practice is published for guidance and does not
dissolve any Applicant from complying with other local or governmental laws issued for the
Emirates of Dubai or United Arab Emirates.
1.4 Associated Documents

1.4.1 The associated documents include:
(a) Regulation No. 5 for the year 2009 on the Regulation of Railways in the Emirate of Dubai;
(b) Administrative Decision No. 68/2010 (the By-laws); and
(c) Authority Railway Standards
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2. Railway Protection Zone
2.1 General
2.1.1 In principle, the Railway Protection Zone shall be kept clear of any risk or disturbances in order
to ensure the safe operation of the Railway and protection of the Railway Infrastructure.
2.1.2 All associated risks and mitigation measures for any potential disturbances to the Railway arising
from Restricted Activity within the Railway Protection Zone shall be identified before carrying out
such activities.
2.1.3 The Railway Protection Zone is defined in the following sections for each type of Railway
structure.
2.1.4 The classification of each zone is based on the shape and function of each Railway Infrastructure
and facility.
2.1.5 The Railway Protection Zone generally contains a Critical Zone, which normally requires more
stringent control measures than the remainder of the Railway Protection Zone
2.1.6 The Railway Protection Zone is described and defined in Table 2.1 below:
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Table 2.1: Railway Protection Zones Description & Definition
Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Sections
Railway
Viaduct
Protection
(Type A)
Zone-1
Zone-1A applies to Railway viaduct sections (Railway guide-way

located on elevated structures) above ground level. The Railway
Protection Zone is defined as 30m measured from the outermost
edge of any structural element of the viaduct.
Railway
Viaduct
Protection
(Type B)
Zone-1
Zone-1B applies to Railway viaduct sections (Railway guide-way

located on elevated structures) above water level. The Railway
edge of any structural element of the viaduct.
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Sections
Railway
Tunnel
Protection
(Type A)
Zone-2
Zone-2A applies to Railway tunnel sections (Railway guide-way

located inside tunnel) below ground level. The Railway Protection
Zone is defined as the greater of the boundary formed by the Zone of
Influence or 45m measured from the outermost edge of external
tunnel construction.
Railway
Tunnel
Protection
(Type B)
Zone-2
Zone-2B applies to Railway tunnel sections (Railway guideway located

inside tunnel) directly under a canal or sea bed. The Railway
Protection Zone is defined as the greater of the boundary formed by
the Zone of Influence or 45m measured from the outermost edge of
external tunnel construction.
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Sections
Railway
Cut & Cover
Protection
Section
Zone-3
Zone-3 applies to Railway cut & cover sections (Railway guideway

located inside cut & cover section) below ground level. The Railway
Protection Zone is defined as the greater of the boundary formed by
the Zone of Influence or 45m measured from the outermost edge of
external cut & cover construction.
Railway
At-Grade
Protection
(Type A)
Zone-4
Zone-4A applies to at-grade Railway sections. The Railway Protection

Zone is defined as the surrounding area of 30m measured from the
outermost edge of any structural element of the guide-way.
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Sections
Railway
At-Grade
Protection
(Type B)
Zone-4
Zone-4B applies to Railway sections with engineered embankments.

The Railway Protection Zone is defined as 30m measured from the
outermost edge of the embankment section.
Railway
At-Grade
Protection
(Type C)
Zone-4
Zone-4C applies to Railway sections with engineered cut sections. The

Railway Protection Zone is defined as 30m measured from the
outermost edge of the cut section.
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Sections
Railway Overground
Protection Stations
Zone-5 (Type A)
Zone-5A applies to Overground stations. The Railway Protection Zone

is defined as 30m measured from the outermost edge of the station
finishing.
45 m
Railway Underground
Protection Station/Structure
Zone-5 (Type B)
Zone-5B Applies to Underground stations/structures. The Railway

Protection Zone is defined as 45m as measured from the outermost
edge of the station/structure section.
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Sections
Railway Street
Protection running
Zone-6 Tramway
Zone-6 applies to street running tramways. The Railway Protection

Zone is defined as 30m measured from the outermost edge of
constructed railway infrastructure.
Railway
Protection Monorail
Zone-7
Zone-7 applies to elevated monorail guide-ways. The Railway

Protection Zone is defined as 30m measured from the Structure
Gauge, which is the boundary enclosing the clearances required
outside the Structure Gauge to enable the Railway to be operated in
safety.
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Sections
Other
Railway
Railway
Protection
Infrastructure
Zone-8
(Type A)
Zone-8A applies to other Railway Infrastructure (e.g. footbridge,

entrance pod, car park building, annex building, EEP … etc.). The
Railway Protection Zone is defined as 30m measured from the
outermost edge of the finishing.
Railway
Depot
Protection
(Type B)
Zone-8
Zone-8B applies to Railway depots. The Railway Protection Zone is

defined as 30m measured from the security or perimeter fence
around the depot.
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3. Restricted Activity
3.1 General
3.1.1 Restricted Activity means any activity considered by the Agency to (or to have potential to)
jeopardise or otherwise adversely affect any Railway, Railway Infrastructure and / or Railway
Vehicles and / or to pose a threat of risk or interference in any way in each case with any
Railway, Railway Infrastructure and/or Railway Vehicles
3.1.2 The By-Laws define the Restricted Activity as any activity likely to take place within the Railway
Protection Zone.
Table 3.1: List of Restricted Activities
Activity No. Restricted Activity
RA1 Storage of goods
RA2 Movement or operation of cranes, hoists and other lifting equipment
RA3 Installation of boreholes and wells
RA4 Dredging of sea-beds and canal-beds
RA5 Construction of underground passageways
RA6 Excavation of trenches and earth movement
RA7 Demolition
RA8 Use of explosives and fireworks and the lighting of fires
RA9 Erection of scaffolding and other temporary structures
RA10 Installation or replacement of conduits for any utilities
RA11 Other activities to be controlled
3.2 Description of Restricted Activity

3.2.1 RA1 - Storage of goods
The storing or placing, or causing or allowing the storage or placement of, any goods, material or
item or any solid, liquid or gaseous matter or substance.
3.2.2 RA2 - Movement or operation of cranes, hoists and other lifting equipment
The movement or operation of any crane, whether fixed machinery or mobile, hoist, ladder,
drilling or piling equipment, excavator or any other mechanical equipment or vehicle
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3.2.3 RA3 - Installation of boreholes and wells

The installation of boreholes, wells, piles, ground anchors and horizontal tie-backs
3.2.4 RA4 - Dredging of sea-beds and canal-beds
The dredging of sea beds or river beds carried out by any means and the anchoring of vessels.
3.2.5 RA5 - Construction of underground passageways
The construction of an underground passageway designed for use as a street or railway;
to serve as a passageway, conduit for utilities, or to provide access for people, vehicles or
equipment to an underground work site.
3.2.6 RA6 - Excavation of trenches and earth movement
The digging or excavation of trenches or pits, the carrying out of earthworks and backfilling, or
the shifting or pushing of earth or soil from one area to another, whether or not such activities
are carried out manually or by mechanical means.
3.2.7 RA7 – Demolition
The tearing-down of buildings and other structures manually or using hydraulic equipment,
a wrecking ball, or a blasting method.
3.2.8 RA8 - Use of explosives and fireworks and the lighting of fires
The use of explosive material, fireworks and lighting of fires for any purpose, including blasting,
demolition, removal of rocks, or construction.
3.2.9 RA9 - Erection of scaffolding and other temporary structures
The erection of sheds, shelters, tents, scaffolding, temporary maintenance towers, ladders,
hoardings and other similar temporary structures for any purpose, including trade fairs, fun fairs,
exhibitions, entertainment and commercial markets.
3.2.10 RA10 - Installation or replacement of conduits for any utilities
The installation or replacement of conduits for any telecommunication, electrical and
mechanical utilities, including power transmission lines and associated structures.
3.2.11 RA11 – Other activities to be controlled
Further the above list Restricted Activity performed within the Railway Protection Zone that the
Agency requires to be controlled; and may be added in future revisions of the Railway Protection
Code of Practice
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4. No Objection Certificates Requirements
4.1 General
4.1.1 Any party (hereafter called ‘the Applicant’) intending to carry out Restricted Activity or Activities
within any Railway Protection Zone shall apply to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from
the Agency prior to commencing of such Restricted Activities.
4.1.2 Any party intending to develop and/or design and/or construct buildings or other infrastructure
or utility services for any purpose within any part of the Railway Protection Zone shall apply to
obtain an NOC from the Agency prior to commencing such works (for the avoidance of doubt,
other infrastructure here does not include Railway Infrastructure which requires a separate
permit and is not within the scope of this document).
4.1.3 In some cases, an NOC obtainment is mandatory in case developing and/or designing and/or
constructing buildings or other infrastructure or utility services for any purpose lies outside the
Railway Protection Zone but that may have effects on the Railway and/or its Infrastructure
and/or its Operation.
4.1.4 An NOC may include requirements and/or conditions, which may differ depending on the status
of the affected Railway, whether it is planned, under construction or operational
4.1.5 The Agency shall coordinate and liaise with the Operator of the relevant Railway likely to be
affected by the Restricted Activity, prior to issuing any NOC under the By-Laws. Where Restricted
Activity is proposed within the defined Railway Protection Zone of an operational Railway, the
Applicant shall be required to comply with the Operator’s specific requirements and any relevant
Permit systems.
4.1.6 As part of NOC requirements, Applicants are required to submit Risk Assessment Report. This
report shall demonstrate that an appropriate assessment of risks has been undertaken and
effective mitigation measures are considered. Further guidance is given in Section 11 and
Appendix A of this Code.
4.1.7 The Railway Protection Code of Practice includes many common risks, but do not necessarily
identify all risks. One of the purposes of a risk assessment is to identify the risks and define the
control measures to mitigate these risks specific to a proposed Restricted Activity development
and/or design and/or construction of buildings or other infrastructure within the Railway
Protection Zone. Such risk assessment is also required in case the Restricted Activity/Activities lie
outside the Railway Protection Zone but that may have effects on the Railway and/or its
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Infrastructure and/or its Operation.
4.1.8 It is the applicants’ responsibility to obtain any other NOC’s which may be required from
authorities and utility companies other than the Agency
4.1.9 Each NOC application shall include different types of supporting documents, showing the details
of the particular Restricted Activity/Activities in the development and/or design and/or
construction works.
4.1.10 All design drawings, specifications and reports for NOC applications shall be prepared and
endorsed by the related authority, such as; other agencies of RTA, Dubai Municipality registered
engineering office, etc..
4.1.11 All survey works for NOC applications shall be performed and endorsed by the related authority,
such as; other agencies of RTA, Dubai Municipality registered survey office
4.2 Types of NOC Application

There are four types of NOC application as listed below:
• Information NOC
• Design NOC
• Construction NOC (includes Trial Trench NOC)
• Clearance NOC
4.3 Application and Approval Process
4.3.1 The following steps are involved in the NOC application and approval process:
• Applicants may register to use the RTA e-NOC system;
• Following registration, Applicants submit an application via the RTA website e-NOC portal or
Customer Service Centre when required;
• The Agency’s Rail Right of Way Services Office will receive the NOC application and assess its
potential impact upon any Railways (including all Railways that are planned, under
construction or operational);
• The Rail Right of Way Services Office may request further information or meetings as part of the
evaluation process;
• The Rail Right of Way Services Office will either issue the NOC or issue an objection; and
• Applicants may revise and resubmit NOC application if an objection is given to the original
application.
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4.4 NOC Application Details
4.4.1 All Applicants applying for NOC’s to carry out Restricted Activity/Activities, design and/or
construction works for development, infrastructure, utility services and buildings within any
Railway Protection Zone shall submit the required supporting documents as listed herein.
TYPICAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR NOC APPLICATION (WHERE APPLICABLE)
* Cover Letter * Affection Plan * Trade License * Work Program
* Method Statement * Risk Assessment * Site Photos *Project Drawing
DM Permit Machinery & Equipment Operators Certificate Third Party Certificate

Certificate
Monitoring Plan Design Report Soil Investigation Survey Plan

Report
Traffic Control Plan Drainage/Dewatering Emergency Plan Insurance Policy

Control Plan
Temporary Structure /
Scaffold Certificate
* Mandatory documents
Important Notes:
1. Incomplete or missing information may cause a delay in the processing time of the NOC application.
2. Soft copy and CAD drawings of the submitted application documents shall be submitted to RROW
Office on CD
3. NOC submission for an activity involves generation of electromagnetic field or stray current which
may have impact on railway systems shall include appropriate monitoring plan that consisted of the
associated potential risks and mitigation and control measures to ensure the safety and continuity of
the service
4.5 Description of Key Supporting Documents
4.5.1 Risk Assessment Report: Prepared and endorsed by the responsible engineers and planners, this
needs to clearly show how the proposed works may impact the Railway Operations and Railway
Infrastructure during its pre-construction, construction and post-construction stages. A risk
analysis approach shall be used to assess the degree of impact on the Railway Infrastructure in
cases where proposed methodology and equipment fail.
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All potential risks arising from the proposed works that may impact the Railway Infrastructure
whether it is under construction, operation or planning, shall require appropriate mitigation
measures for each identified risk.
The Report shall also explain the purpose and usage of the developments, buildings,
infrastructure, construction or Restricted Activity. The risk assessment should demonstrate that
they have carried out an appropriate assessment of the risks to the planned or operational
Railway and associated infrastructure and systems, as a result of the intended works or activities,
and that these risks have been mitigated to ensure ALARP is achieved. ALARP means that risks
have been controlled to a tolerable level, and are ‘As Low As Reasonably Practicable’.
4.5.2 Preliminary / Detail Design Drawings: Prepared and endorsed by the responsible engineers and
planners showing the applicants’ project plan. The plans shall be drawn to a legible scale. The
Agency may request plans or drawings in a specific scale depending on the nature of the works
proposed. The plans shall clearly show the location indicating the Railway Protection Zone,
Critical Zone of the existing or planned Railways and how the planned works interfere with those
zones. Sufficient section plans shall also be provided showing elevations and clearance distances
between the planned works and the Railway Protection boundary lines.
4.5.3 Site Photographs: Showing concerned project areas in relation to the Railway Protection Zone.
The photographs should be annotated with simple arrows, callouts or explanatory notes.
4.5.4 Design Reports: Prepared and endorsed by the responsible engineers shall justify that the
geotechnical, structural, E&M (if applicable) designs have been performed in accordance with
local and other applicable international standards. The report shall include a section showing
engineering justification on safety and integrity of the existing or planned railway lines.
4.5.5 Survey Plans: Prepared and endorsed by a responsible surveyor shall be submitted. The survey
plans, as minimum shall show boundary lines of planned works, existing structures, coordinates,
chainages, and boundary lines of Railway Protection Zone and Critical Zone.
4.5.6 Monitoring Plan: shall explain in detail how the ground movements, ground water, railway
structures and tracks will be monitored during construction. The monitoring plan shall have a full
list of monitoring devices and instruments to be used with their location, purpose, frequency and
method of monitoring. The Agency has the right to impose any additional requirements deemed
necessary to protect the Railway Infrastructure at the applicant’s cost. Applicants shall comply
with the general monitoring requirements outlined in Section 5.3.
4.5.7 Method Statement: shall explain how the construction work will be executed showing full details
of construction program, sequence, methods and man-power. The statement shall also include a
full list of equipment and machinery to be used during construction.
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4.5.8 Traffic Control Plan: shall explain temporary traffic diversions during the construction ensuring
the safety of Railway users. The applicants shall provide schematic drawings showing the road
diversion plans, list of signage and schedule.
4.5.9 Drainage Control Plan: is required to protect the Railway Infrastructure from excessive
stormwater runoff caused by the construction works. The applicants shall carry out studies on
how much stormwater runoff is expected to be generated based on current rainfall data and
explain how the stormwater runoff will be controlled.
4.5.10 Emergency Plan: shall be prepared focusing on any potential incidents which may relate to the
Railway Infrastructure. The emergency plan should be based on the incidents identified in the
risk based Risk Assessment Report and how the incidents will be managed shall be clearly
outlined in the document.
4.5.11 Insurance Policy: including third party property damage insurance and other insurance policies
required by the government.
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4.6 Associated Risks and Control Measures for each Restricted

Activity
4.6.1 Restricted Activity - RA1: Storage of Goods
The storing or placing, or causing or allowing the storage or placement of, any goods, material or item or
any solid, liquid or gaseous matter or substance
Risks
• The load of material, heavy machinery or equipment placed directly above the underground Railway
infrastructure may be higher than the design load for the Railway structure.
• Storage or placing of combustible materials, including flammable liquid and gas, could pose a risk of
fire and explosion.
• Vehicles carrying dangerous goods (as defined in the UAE regulations), e.g. tankers carrying
flammable materials, parked adjacent to the Railway Infrastructure may catch fire or explode.
• Improper use of electrical equipment could pose a risk of electrical fire.
• Blocking of station entrances or emergency egress points could cause injuries to people and could
prevent people from exiting the Railway in case of emergency.
• Blocking vents could affect the ventilation of underground facilities.
Control Measures
• The total load of equipment and materials imposed on underground Railway structures and ground
bearing capacity should be checked against the designer’s requirements to confirm the safety of
underground Railway structures.
• Combustible materials should not be stored or placed in the Critical Zone.
• All vehicles carrying dangerous goods, e.g. tankers carrying flammable materials, where possible
avoid entry to the critical zone and remain outside.
• All powered equipment should be electrically safe and working within the safe load capacity. All
equipment should be checked on a regular basis.
• Equipment should be positioned so that station entrances, emergency egress points, and ventilation
inlets and outlets are always kept clear.
• Underground storage tanks and pipe work for any flammable and combustible liquids or gases should
be non-pressurised and located outside the Critical Zone. The surface around the dispensing area
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should be graded such that any spills will be directed away from the Railway Infrastructure.
• Underground storage tanks for any flammable and combustible liquids or gases within the Railway
Protection Zone should be of double wall construction and provided with a leakage detection and
monitoring system.
• Any pipe work carrying flammable and combustible liquids or gases within the Railway Protection
Zone should be provided with leakage detection and monitoring systems.
• Above ground storage tanks and related infrastructure (i.e. pipe work, valves etc) for flammable and
combustible liquids or gasses should be provided with fire rated walls if the tank or related
infrastructure is close to the Railway Infrastructure.
• Anti-corrosion materials should be used for storage tanks and pipe work.
• Above ground surface storage tanks for flammable and combustible liquids, or gasses, should be of
double-wall construction with their contents clearly identified. Depending on the location and size of
the tank, leakage detection and monitoring should be considered.
• If single skin above ground storage tanks for flammable and combustible liquids or gasses are used,
bunding sufficient to hold the full contents of the tank and fire water must be installed.
• Any tanks and related infrastructure (i.e. pipework, valves, etc) should be secured in such way that
unauthorized access cannot be achieved.
• Firefighting facilities should be considered for flammable and combustible liquids, gasses and solids.
• Combustible materials (i.e. cardboard, timber, rags, etc) should not be stored around or near tanks
with flammable and combustible liquids or gasses.
• Underground storage tanks and associated infrastructure should have their location, and depth and
contents clearly indicated by signage.
• Any generators and associated plant should be placed outside the critical zone with exhaust vents
facing away from the Railway Infrastructure.
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Figure 4.1: RA1.1 - Loads imposed by placing or using heavy machinery or goods above Railway
structures should be checked against the allowable limits
Figure 4.2: RA1.2 - All flammable, combustible or explosive goods such as tankers, fuel containers, and
gas cylinders should be kept outside the Critical Zone
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4.6.2 Restricted Activity - RA2: Movement or Operation of Cranes, Hoists and other Lifting
Equipment
Movement or operation of any crane, whether fixed or mobile, hoists, ladder, drilling or piling equipment,
excavator or any other mechanical equipment or vehicle
Risks
• Equipment could topple and hit the Railway infrastructure and/or Railway Vehicles.
• Equipment booms could slew and hit the Railway infrastructure and/or Railway Vehicles.
• Materials being lifted could impact the Railway infrastructure and/or swing into the path of Railway
Vehicles.
Control Measures
• Equipment should be positioned such that any boom or extension, whilst stationary, in movement or
operation, will not encroach on the area directly adjacent to the Railway Infrastructure; alternatively
slew restricts or should be provided. (refer to figure RA2-1) Physical barriers should be provided at
the boundary limit to control the movement of equipment.
• Operation of equipment directly below Railway viaducts is only allowed subject to space constraints
under close site supervision during operation. (refer to figure RA2-2)
• Selection of equipment should consider all safety aspects of equipment operation.
• Materials and equipment should not be lifted in or over the area directly adjacent to the Railway
structure.
• Location and fixing details of all heavy equipment should be included in the Applicant’s NOC
application.
• Outriggers of equipment should be fully extended and supported on solid plates over firm ground
under supervision of a competent engineer.
• All equipment should be operated by competent and qualified personnel.
• Daily safety checklists and records should be maintained at site.
• Machines operating near station ventilation shafts and entrances should be positioned so that the
fumes and exhaust gases are directed away from the air circulation shafts for underground Railway
facilities and station entrances.
• Dust and debris created by activities near stations should be controlled and minimised.
• If it is unavoidable that activities involving lifting of loads directly above or adjacent to the elevated or
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at-grade Railway occur then a temporary protection structure should be provided. The protection
structure should be designed to withstand the impact of the heaviest loads expected.
• Cranes, lifts, hoist and other lifting appliances must be tested and certified by a competent person at
least once every 12 months.
• Lifting accessories such as slings, belts and chains should be tested and certified by a competent
person every 6 months AND inspected for damage before each use. Damaged lifting accessories
must not be used.
• Only technically qualified and experienced persons in the company approved by the Dubai Central
Laboratory Dubai Municipality shall examine, test and certify cranes and other lifting equipment.
• Personnel involved in the lifting operation (supervisor, coordinator, operator, slinger, signaler,
erector, maintenance personnel) must have the minimum following attributes:
a) Competent to perform the tasks required of them;
b) Adequately trained and/or successfully assessed;
c) Able to present a record of training and assessment;
d) Physically able to carry out the work.
• Appropriate communication system to be implemented for communications between the lifting
operator and the signaler.
• All equipment including (but not limited to) cranes, lifts, hoist and other lifting appliances must have
maintenance records to prove that regular and satisfactory proactive and preventive maintenance is
carried out.
• All mechanical equipment and machinery must be maintained regularly, at least every 3 months,
and/or in accordance with the operations and maintenance manual. All proactive and preventive
maintenance carried out must be recorded.
• For object handling or lifting activities preference should first be given to use machinery that has
been designed specifically for this task, for example using a mobile crane for object handling rather
than an excavator.
• Any earth-moving equipment used for object handling must have a known safe working load for any
lifting points or attachments and this safe working load must not be exceeded.
• Any earth-moving machine used for object handling must have a rated object handling capacity table
available inside the cab.
• Any earth-moving equipment used for object handling must have a competent person who has been
trained in object handling or lifting activities, including the ability to read and understand the rated
object handling capacity table
• Exclusion zones must be established to prevent the unwanted interaction of lifting equipment, loads
being carried and people.
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• Risk assessments must be done to determine the safe working distance of lifting equipment from the
edge of an excavation and controls implemented to prevent the collapse of the excavation wall.
Figure 4.3: RA2.1 - Equipment should not operate within, or be able to collapse into, the area directly
adjacent to the Railway structure
Figure 4.4: RA2.2 - Operation of equipment directly below Railway viaducts should keep minimum
clearance from the structure
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Control Measures for Tower Cranes

• All details of tower crane operations and equipment should be included in NOC applications, as
described in Railway Protection Code of Practice.
• Tower cranes should preferably be positioned behind the building under construction away from the
Railway Infrastructure and adequately tied back to the building structure. (Refer to figure RA2-3)
• Free standing tower cranes should be erected at a sufficient distance from the Railway so that the jib
cannot topple into the Critical Zone of the Railway Infrastructure. (Refer to figure RA2-4)
• Tower cranes should be tested before operation and a copy of the relevant inspection certificates
should be made available before the commencement of operations
Figure 4.5: RA2.3 - Tower crane and its parts erected behind building and tied back, should topple
outside the Critical Zone
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Figure 4.6: RA2.4 - Free standing tower crane or its parts should not topple inside the Critical Zone
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4.6.3 Restricted Activity - RA3: Installation of Boreholes and Wells
Risks
• Drilling, boring or ground anchoring could damage the Railway Infrastructure, including tunnels,
station structures, piles and foundations.
• Vibration could damage the Railway Infrastructure.
• Drilling, boring or driving piles or the installation of wells could pose a risk due to lowering of
groundwater levels.
Control Measures
• Bore holes and piles should be outside the Critical Zone and the effect on Railway Infrastructure
should be confirmed by a competent geotechnical engineer.
• The location of the Railway Infrastructure should be clearly identified on site, before any works
commence on any boreholes in the Railway Protection Zone. The positions of the proposed works
within the Railway Protection Zone should be set out by a qualified surveyor.
• The Applicant’s NOC Design Report should include a thorough study of ground water conditions and
detail any control and/or protection measures to be taken.
• Ground water conditions and vibration should be monitored until the completion of the work.
• Consider using cast-in-situ piles instead of driven piles, where possible.
• Cement-bentonite mixture or equivalent materials should be used for grouting of soil investigation
bore holes.
• Dust generated from the activities should be controlled and kept to a minimum level near stations
and areas, where there is frequent movement of people.
• The designer should consider cast in-situ piles instead of driven piles, if the vibration limits are
unlikely to be complied with.
• Location of underground structures, utilities and groundwater level should be checked before
installation of ground anchors.
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Figure 4.7: RA3 - Boreholes and piles should be outside the Critical Zone and should be checked for
potential impacts on Railway structures
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4.6.4 Restricted Activity - RA4: Dredging of Sea-Beds and Canal-Beds
The dredging of sea beds or canal beds and the anchoring of vessels
Risks
• Tunnel structures could be damaged from dredging causing water ingress and structural failure.
• Tunnel waterproofing systems could be damaged from dredging activities above the Railway tunnels.
• Dredging near piles under the water could damage the structural system of the piles causing
settlement.
• Anchoring of vessels may damage the Railway Infrastructure.
Control Measures
• Dredging should not be carried out within the Railway Protection Zone.
• Vessels should not anchor inside the Railway Protection Zone of bridge sections and the Critical Zone
of tunnel sections.
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Figure 4.8: RA4.1 - Anchoring of vessels should be outside the Critical Zone and dredging should be
outside the Railway Protection Zone for tunnels
Figure 4.9: RA4.2 - Anchoring of vessels and dredging should be outside the Railway Protection Zone for
bridges
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4.6.5 Restricted Activity - RA5: Construction of Underground Passageways
The construction of an underground passageway to serve as a conduit for utilities; to provide access
for people, vehicles or equipment to an underground work site
Risks
• Tunnelling and excavation works may cause changes to the original ground conditions, such as
excessive ground loss or change in groundwater conditions; movement and vibration may affect the
Railway Infrastructure.
Control Measures
• Best engineering practice, standards and procedures should be implemented in the design and
construction of passageways to ensure stability of the surrounding Railway Infrastructure.
• Fully detailed work methodology and Risk Assessment Report as part of NOC application, should
clearly indicate potential risks involved in the construction methods chosen and the control measures
to mitigate them.
• Monitoring plans need to be fully developed as part of the NOC application package.
• Properly engineered ground support systems should be provided to prevent excessive ground loss
and failure. Details of proposed support systems should be included in the method statements.
• A thorough study of groundwater conditions is required. The possibility of lowering of ground water
levels should be fully studied and mitigation measures should be provided in the NOC application.
• Method statements should include a contingency plan so that any potential risk or signs of impending
failure of the support system could be rectified immediately.
• Manual excavation may be necessary for excavations close to the Railway Infrastructure and utilities.
• A qualified surveyor should check the location of underground Railway Infrastructure and utilities
before commencing any underground works
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4.6.6 Restricted Activity - RA6: Excavation of Trenches and Earth Movement
The excavation of trenches or pits, earthworks and backfilling, or the shifting or pushing of earth or
soil from one area to another, whether or not such activities are carried out manually or by
mechanical means
Risks
• The operation of excavation equipment within the Critical Zone may damage the Railway
Infrastructure.
• Excessive vibration generated by machinery used for excavation or earth moving within the Critical
Zone may cause damage to the Railway Infrastructure.
• Changing groundwater conditions.
• Excavation adjacent to the Railway Infrastructure may change existing stormwater conditions.
• Excavation collapsing causing the destabilizing plant or Railway Infrastructure.
Control Measures
• Best engineering practice, standards and procedures should be implemented in design and
construction. The planned works should be designed to minimise disruption to Railway
Infrastructure.
• A thorough study of groundwater conditions is required. The possibility of lowering of groundwater
levels should be fully studied and details of the proposed mitigation measures should be provided in
the NOC application.
• Monitoring plans need to be fully developed as part of the NOC application package.
• The Peak Particle Velocity (ppv) should be limited to 15 mm/sec for continuous vibration and 30
mm/sec for intermittent vibration.
• Trenches should be backfilled and compacted immediately after completion of underground works
such as laying of utilities or pipes.
• Use of equipment or machinery should be strictly controlled near the Railway utility lines.
• A qualified surveyor should check the location of underground Railway Infrastructure and utilities
before commencing any underground works.
• Excavations next to any openings leading to Railway underground structures or facilities, including
stations, should include the provision of watertight walls to prevent water ingress into underground
Railway Infrastructure. Sufficient stormwater drainage facilities should be provided for at-grade
Railways such that stormwater flows are directed away from the Railway Infrastructure.
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• All excavations must be risk assessed to determine if shoring, benching or battering is required to
ensure the stability of the excavation walls. Generally excavations deeper than 1.5 meters will
require some shoring, battering or benching.
• Excavations may not require shoring, benching or battering if a geo-technical engineer carries out the
following:
a) approves in writing all sides of the trench as safe from collapse; and
b) states in writing how long the approval lasts if there is no stated natural occurrence that
could affect adversely the stability of the trench; and
c) states in writing the natural occurrences that could affect adversely the stability of the
trench.
• Stockpile, over-burden or other materials must not be placed on the edge of the excavation (this
includes earth moving machinery).
Figure 4.10: RA6 - Excavation or earthmoving activities within the Critical Zone should not be carried
out before engineering analysis has been undertaken
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4.6.7 Restricted Activity - RA7: Demolition
The tearing-down of buildings and other structures manually or using hydraulic equipment, wrecking
ball, or blasting method
Risks
• Excessive vibration generated by demolition works using the blasting method could damage the
• Demolition works could generate debris or objects that could be projected onto the Railway
Infrastructure causing damage.
Control Measures
• Best engineering practice, standards and procedures should be implemented in design and site
works.
• The Peak Particle Velocity (ppv) should be limited to 15 mm/sec for continuous vibration and 30
mm/sec for intermittent vibration.
• Blasting using explosives is not permitted within all Railway Protection Zones whether for elevated,
underground or at-grade Railways.
• When using hydraulic equipment or wrecking balls, proper shields or protection screens should be
provided to ensure no debris or objects are projected on to the Railway Infrastructure.
Figure 4.11: RA7 - Robust safety protection screens should be provided during demolition works within
the Railway Protection Zone
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4.6.8 Restricted Activity - RA8: Use of Explosives and Fireworks and the Lighting of Fires
The use of explosive material, fireworks and lighting of fire for any purpose including blasting,
demolition, removal of rocks, or construction
Risks
• An explosion or a fire within the Railway Protection Zone could damage the Railway Infrastructure
and disrupt Railway Operations.
• Vibration generated from the use of explosives could damage the Railway Infrastructure and disrupt
Railway Operations.
Control Measures
• Use of explosives is not permitted within the Railway Protection Zone, except in very exceptional
circumstances.
• Use of fireworks or lighting of fires is not permitted within the Critical Zone.
• Depending on the purpose and scale of the fireworks, they may be permitted within the Railway
Protection Zone providing that sufficient precautionary measures are in place.
Figure 4.12: RA8 - Fires should not be lit in the Critical Zone / Explosives should not be used in the
Railway Protection Zone
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4.6.9 Restricted Activity - RA9: Erection of Scaffolding and other Temporary Structures
hoardings and other structures for any purpose
Risks
• Scaffolding and other temporary structures could fall onto the Railway Infrastructure.
• Scaffolding and other temporary structures could provide unauthorised access to the Railway
Infrastructure Tents, shelters and temporary structures using combustible materials could pose a fire
risk to the Railway Infrastructure.
• The location and layout of tents, shelters and temporary structures could obstruct or interfere with
Railway safety provisions such as emergency egress points, ventilation shafts and fire fighting
facilities.
Control Measures
• Temporary structures should not be erected within the Critical Zone of elevated or at grade Railway
sections.
• Temporary structures should be designed and checked by a competent engineer for stability and
safety.
• Erection of scaffolding and tower structures should be undertaken by a competent person under full
supervision in accordance with the designer’s requirements.
• Temporary structures should be so positioned to ensure that third parties cannot gain access to the
• Materials used for the temporary structures should be flame resistant.
• Adequate fire protection measures should be provided for temporary structures in compliance with
the relevant regulations.
• Temporary structures should be positioned such that fire fighting facilities, emergency egress points
and ventilation shafts are kept clear of all obstacles.
• Safety nets, safety mesh and/or containment screening should be securely installed on scaffolding,
towers or buildings under construction, facing the Railway, to prevent materials or objects from
falling onto the Railway Infrastructure.
• Scaffolding and other structures erected within the Protection Zone should be positioned so that in
the event of collapse it will not impact on the Railway Infrastructure. The height of the structure and
distance to the Railway Infrastructure will need to be considered in determining a safe distance and /
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or suitable control measures if sufficient distance cannot be obtained.

• When installing or removing formwork, the formwork should be secured to prevent formwork falling
from site. The safe working load of the proposed attachment method and the weight of the formwork
must be considered when selecting an appropriate method.
• All scaffolding, temporary structures and mobile scaffold towers must be inspected on a pre-
determined basis (based on Dubai Municipality requirements and the level of risk) to ensure that no
damage has occurred. A scaffold tag should be attached to the scaffolding, temporary structures and
mobile scaffold towers detailing when it was assembled and when the next inspection is due.
Figure 4.13: RA9.1 - Tents or sheds should have appropriate fire protection measures
Figure 4.14: RA9.2 - Installation of Protection Screen for Building Under Construction
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4.6.10 Restricted Activity - RA10: Installation or Replacement of Conduits for any Utilities
The installation or replacement of conduits for any telecommunications, electrical and mechanical
utilities, including power transmission lines and associated structures
Risks
• Installation of new transmission or power lines in the Railway Protection Zone could affect the safety
of critical Railway systems and equipment.
• Installation or replacement of conduits and associated works within the Railway Protection Zone
could also pose the risks identified in Restricted Activity RA2, RA6 and RA9.
Control Measures
• Fully trained and qualified personnel should operate the equipment and machinery.
• The Risk Assessment Report included in the Applicant’s NOC package should include analysis of the
possible generation of electromagnetic fields by the power lines or associated facilities such as sub-
stations. Mitigation measures for this should be included in reports prepared by relevant specialists.
• Risks which are identical to those in Restricted Activity RA2, RA6 and RA9 should follow the
corresponding Control Measures for each Restricted Activity.
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4.6.11 Restricted Activity - RA11: Other Activities to be Controlled
Further Restricted Activity performed within the Railway Protection Zone that the Agency requires to be
controlled and may be added in future revisions of the Railway Protection Code of Practice
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5. Design Considerations
5.1 General
5.1.1 This section provides specific design considerations that should be adopted by the Applicants
who intend to carry out design works for developments, buildings or other infrastructure in the
Railway Protection Zone
5.1.2 The Applicant may propose other control measures which are at least as robust as the
recommended measures given in this section.
5.2 Design of Development and Building Proposals in the Railway

Protection Zone
5.2.1 Developments planned in the Railway Protection Zone should be designed to ensure that the
Railway Infrastructure’s allowable loadings and movement conditions are not exceeded
5.2.2 Design of buildings or similar structures within the Railway Protection Zone, which will require
regular maintenance or cleaning of facades facing the Railway should have appropriate safety
measures in place such that no objects can be dropped onto the Railway infrastructure
5.2.3 Design of buildings or similar structures within the Railway Protection Zone should avoid having
openings facing onto the Railway infrastructure. If it is unavoidable to have such openings,
permanent protective screens should be fixed around the openings
5.2.4 Design of buildings shall comply with setback requirements in accordance with the relevant
building codes and regulations, as well as applicable fire safety codes in Dubai. The minimum
setback distance shall also meet the requirements of safe railway operations / maintenance and
shall not be less than 8m and subject to Rail Agency consent
5.2.5 The design of developments directly under or above elevated or at-grade Railways, should be
such that they do not have adverse impacts on Railway safety performance of items including,
but not limited to, the structure gauge, EMC, overhead catenary clearances and other
electrical, power and communication related facilities. The top of structures under a viaduct
should have a minimum of one metro clearance to the decks off it and recommended Control
Measures for RA1 - Storage of Goods should be followed
5.2.6 Design of developments directly under or above elevated or at-grade Railways, should provide
sufficient firefighting facilities in accordance with relevant fire safety codes and regulations in
Dubai
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5.2.7 The designer shall submit soil-structure interaction study for any foundation / shoring wall/
anchors / underground structures within the influence zone of the Protection Zone as defined in
clause 2 Table 2-1 at zones 2,3 & 5B. Based on the studies outcomes the design risk assessment /
monitoring plans shall be defined. in all cases overstress or settlement to Metro infra-structures
should be minimized subjected to Rail Agency consent.
5.2.8 The developer, designers & contractors shall follow the requirements of RTA Noise and
Vibrations Guidelines for any works adjacent to Railways
5.3 Design of Over Bridge Vehicular Parapets

5.3.1 Design and construction of over bridge vehicular parapets should, as minimum, comply with the
Bridge Barrier Performance Criteria TL-6, ‘Roadside Design Guide for Dubai’ issued by theTraffic
Department of the RTA
5.3.2 High containment fence / barrier shall be designed to protect railways against traffic or failing
objects, containment fence / barrier shall extend enough distance at both sides to avoid any
hazards towards Metro operation.
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6. Site Inspections before NOC
6.1 General
6.1.1 The Agency may require a site inspection as part of the NOC approval process, before making a
decision on an NOC application depends on the case and based on the judgment of the NOC
engineer
6.1.2 This inspection is a site verification process to ensure that the NOC application is not different
from the actual site conditions. Depending on the conditions at site with respect to the Railway
Infrastructure, the Agency may request for specific provisions, as deemed necessary, to protect
the Railway Infrastructure and operations.
6.1.3 Costs associated with the specific provisions requested by the Agency shall be borne by the
applicant
6.2 Agency Review

6.2.1 If the application is rejected for any reason of non-compliance, it may be revised and
resubmitted in accordance with comments provided by the Agency.
6.2.2 Should the application be accepted, the Agency will review the application based on the general
requirements stipulated in this Code of Practice and other applicable design criteria and
operational requirements, if required
6.2.3 After full review of the application, the Agency will notify the applicant of the result. The
application may be approved with conditions imposing the Operators’ specific requirements,
allowing the applicant to proceed
6.2.4 The applicant should allow for the overall approval process to take not more than 30 calendar
days from the date of application. However exceptional cases may take more than 30 calendar
days
6.2.5 The applicant should note that in the event of any conflict between the program of works related
to the approved NOC and any works carried out by the Agency, the Agency’s program of works
shall have priority at all times, unless otherwise granted by the Agency
6.2.6 Any potential interface issues including work program shall be discussed with the Agency or the
Agency’s contractor in advance and the applicant’s work program should allow for such
interfaces so that the works carried out by the Agency are not delayed
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6.3 Deviation from Approved Plan

6.3.1 Should an applicant intend to change or deviate from the conditions of any NOC which has been
issued, then the applicant shall immediately notify the Agency in writing with details of the
changes in activities and the Agency will decide if a new NOC application is required.
6.3.2 Applicants are not permitted carry out any works, which deviate from the approved plan until
such works have been approved by the Agency
6.4 Violations and Fines

6.4.1 The Agency, through its Rail Right of Way Office has the authority to stop any work not
authorised under the NOC process. The Agency may impose fines in accordance with the
applicable Regulations and By-laws
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7. Works in Railway Protection Zone
7.1 General
7.1.1 This Section provides requirements relating to technical issues and precautionary measures, to
be taken by applicants during the implementation of approved works
7.1.2 The applicants shall be responsible for complying with all safety legislation published by other
Government authorities in the Emirate of Dubai
7.1.3 In case of any discrepancies in criteria or standards between this Code of Practice and other
Government requirements, the most conservative criteria shall be adopted
7.2 Construction Works and Restricted Activity

7.2.1 The term ‘Construction Works’ refers to physical construction of new buildings, modification or
extension of existing buildings, roads, railways, utility works, marine works, landscaping and all
other associated civil and structural related works.
7.2.2 The construction works may include more than one Restricted Activity as listed in Table 3-1
above. Recommended control measures are provided in the Railway Protection Code of Practice
Notes for the Restricted Activity, which should be followed as minimum. The applicants may
propose other precautionary measures which are at least as robust as the recommended
measures
7.3 Site Preparation

7.3.1 Contractors should carry out regular training of their workforce regarding Control Measures in
relation to protecting the Railway Infrastructure
7.3.2 Before carrying out construction works adequate protection should be provided for the Railway
Infrastructure, e.g. placing of protective hoardings
7.3.3 If a temporary traffic access is required under a Railway viaduct, where the clearance between
the deck soffit and the ground is less than 6 m, height control gantries at both sides with
minimum gap of 1m between the deck soffit and top of gantry should be erected
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Figure 7.1: Site Preparation – Temporary Traffic Access
7.3.4 Flags or distinctive markers, such as warning tapes, should be provided at the boundary points of
the Railway Critical Zone and Protection Zone, for any intended works
Figure 7.2: Site Preparation – Above Railway Tunnels
7.3.5 Buoys with flags or distinctive marks should be provided at the boundary points of the Railway
Critical Zone and Protection Zone, in coordination with RTA Marine Agency, for marine works
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Figure 7.3: Site Preparation – Marine Works Site above Railway Tunnels
7.3.6 Any construction works above the Railway such as building works or over bridges for any purpose
should provide a full protection shelter which covers all of the affected area over the Railway
Infrastructure. The shelter should be designed to withstand the impact of the heaviest object to
be used in the construction work and be large enough not to disturb the structure gauge.
Figure 7.4: Site Preparation – Protection Shelter over Railway
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7.4 Excavation Works

7.4.1 Excavation of hard strata using conventional blasting methods is not permitted in the Railway
Protection Zone
7.4.2 If any excessive movements or changes are detected during excavation, excavation should be
stopped and immediate rectification measures should be implemented
7.4.3 Ground Anchors used in excavation works should bechecked for location and required anchor
length. No part of the Railway Infrastructure should be disturbed by the anchors. (Refer to figure
7-5)
7.4.4 The Contractor should ensure that ground water levels are not affected by drilling for ground
anchor installations
7.4.5 Refer to clause 8.4 for integration between enabling activities such as shoring, excavation and
dewatering.
Figure 7.5: Ground Anchor Restrictions
7.5 Development / Building Works Adjoining Railway Stations

7.5.1 Any construction works adjoining Railway stations should provide appropriate fire fighting
facilities, including fire shutters, smoke barriers, sprinkler systems, fire alarms and ventilation in
accordance with the relevant codes and regulations, such that the original fire safety design
intent of the Railway station is not affected by the construction
7.5.2 Other systems including the air-conditioning system, public address, CCTV, safety signs and
lighting, lightning protection, sanitary system and egress requirements should comply with the
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relevant codes and regulations

7.5.3 Any developments intending to join with underground Railway stations should have the ground
level entrances and exits leading to underground stations sufficiently higher or provide water
ingress protection walls with a robust waterproofing system to prevent rainwater ingress into the
underground station. The entrance level to the station should be above the flood threshold level
or at least 1m above ground level, whichever is higher.
7.6 Demolition
7.6.1 For demolition activities, the Contractors should select demolition equipment which minimises
vibration and noise levels. A list of equipment with specifications and detailed methods of
demolition should be included in the NOC application
7.6.2 Use of explosives is not permitted in the Railway Protection Zone and demolition rubble should
not be stored within the Railway Protection Zone or Zone of Influence
7.6.3 Vibration sensors should be installed on Railway structures for vibration monitoring
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8. Monitoring Requirements
8.1 General
8.1.1 A major factor in the control of construction activities involves confirmation of whether work
activities are causing movement to the existing Railway Infrastructure. Waiting until movement
can be observed by the responsible engineer is usually too late to prevent damage and there is a
need to observe small changes before they become significant
8.1.2 It is a common practice around the world to monitor possible movements of the ground and
Railway Structures during construction activities undertaken in the vicinity of the Railway
Infrastructure to eliminate potential adverse impacts on the Railway Infrastructure ensuring safe
and uninterrupted Railway operations. This section provides general guidance in carrying out
various monitoring activities required for the protection of the Railway Infrastructure during
implementation of the approved construction works and Restricted Activity
8.1.3 Typical monitoring instruments widely used are listed in the table below
Table 8.1: Typical monitoring instruments

Purpose Instruments
Ground water monitoring • Water standpipe
• Piezometer
Ground movement • Inclinometer (slope change)
• Extensometer (change in length)
• Settlement marker
• Theodolite
• Load cell
Structural and Track Movement • Tiltmeter
• Theodolite
• Crack meter
• Tape extensometer
• Electronic leveler
Vibration • Vibration sensor
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8.1.4 Competent geotechnical and structural engineers shall review the potential impacts on the
Railway Infrastructure in the vicinity of the proposed activities. Based on the nature and scale of
the proposed activities, the geotechnical and structural engineers shall develop a monitoring
plan indicating the proposed monitoring instruments, locations and frequencies together with
alert and action levels and method and frequency of reporting
8.1.5 Depending on the scale and nature of excavations, the Contractor may choose either mechanical
or electronic instruments. Mechanical instruments are useful for excavations of short duration,
which do not require frequent readings and have few reading points. Electronic instruments with
remote reading and automatic alarm features should be used for the excavations of relatively
long durations requiring more frequent readings with many reading points
8.1.6 The Agency shall have the right to instruct changes to the proposed monitoring plan or any
additional requirements deemed necessary to protect the Railway Infrastructure. Costs
associated with the specific provisions requested by the Agency shall be borne by the applicant
8.1.7 The instruments should be maintained in accordance with the manufacturers’ manuals and
should be kept away from moisture and other contaminants by providing appropriate protection
covers
8.1.8 The instruments to be installed at site should have valid calibration certificates and should be
tested before installation. After installation, the Contractor should make sure that all instruments
are properly protected with warning signs to prevent unauthorized access. Labels showing the
name of the instrument, company, responsible engineer and a contact phone number should be
fixed on each instrument
8.1.9 The location of each instrument and the size of any protection boxes should not interfere with
any part of the Railway operations and should be specified in the ‘Monitoring Plan’ submitted
with the NOC application
8.1.10 The battery condition should be checked on a regular basis for battery powered instruments. The
instruments should also be checked on daily basis and any malfunctioning instruments should be
replaced immediately
8.1.11 It is recommended that the readings are taken at the same time of the day throughout the
monitoring period to minimise any possible discrepancies in readings, which may be caused by
temperature differences throughout the day
8.1.12 All instruments should have temperature correction features or allow for calculation based
temperature corrections
8.1.13 All monitoring instruments to be used shall have valid calibration certificates from recognised
bodies. The calibration frequency of the instruments shall comply with the manufacturers’
recommendations
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8.1.14 Appropriate monitoring instruments shall be used where applicable.

8.1.15 If any monitoring results show signs of exceeding the allowable limits, the applicants must stop
their works and provide immediate rectification measures to prevent any damage to the Railway
Infrastructure
8.1.16 Computer generated outputs or manual records of monitoring data shall be analysed and
endorsed by the responsible engineer. The conclusions drawn from the data shall be included in
the periodic reports
8.1.17 All installed monitoring instruments shall not be removed until the Agency gives approval to do
so, even after substantial stabilisation of the ground or structures have been observed
8.2 Monitoring of the Railway Infrastructure

8.2.1 The Contractor carrying out works causing disturbances to the existing ground conditions, such
as changes of stress or groundwater level and generation of vibration within the Railway
Protection Zone should monitor any possible movements of the Railway Infrastructure
8.2.2 The use of remote monitoring systems such as electro-levels (electronic leveler) and automatic
motorised theodolites are strongly recommended, especially for the measuring of tunnel lining
displacements in order to avoid frequent access to the Railway Infrastructure and to acquire
continuous monitoring data. Conventional manual monitoring methods may be used to provide
measurements during limited times of the day and under non-operational conditions
8.2.3 Selection of instrument types, numbers and installation locations should be undertaken by the
Contractor considering the nature, size and complexity of the construction works next to the
Railway
8.2.4 Vibration generated by various construction activities can be measured using a vibration sensor,
which usually displays and analyses the linear velocity of the vibrations. The sensors can be raw
sensing elements, packaged transducers, or a sensor system or instrument, incorporating
features such as totalising, local or remote display and data recording. Where the proposed
construction activities are likely to generate intensive vibration for significant periods of time, the
Contractor should provide a full sensor system with totalising features including automatic data
recording
8.2.5 The Peak Particle Velocity (ppv), generated by any construction works or activities within the
Railway Protection Zone should be limited to 15 mm/sec for continuous vibration and 30 mm/sec
for intermittent vibration
8.2.6 For the operational Railway, the track distortion or twist can be measured using electro-levels or
other conventional survey instruments.
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8.3 Monitoring of Construction Activity

8.3.1 Any building, development or underground installation works requiring excavation, dewatering
or earth moving activities in the vicinity of the Railway Infrastructure, require comprehensive
monitoring plans to ensure that there is minimal impact on the Railway Infrastructure. The
Contractor should ensure that the proposed monitoring plan considers site characterization
analysis including, but not limited to, soil investigation, hydro-geology studies, and groundwater
flow
8.3.2 Following the site specific study, the Contractor should propose the types, locations and number
of monitoring instruments to be installed
8.3.3 If any changes are proposed to the installation location or number of instruments in the
approved plan due to unexpected site conditions, the Contractor should inform the Agency
before making such changes
8.3.4 Monitoring should be performed in accordance with the approved plans. If any unexpected or
excessive movements or ground behaviour are detected, the Contactor should stop the works
immediately, take appropriate measures and report to the Agency
Figure 8.1: Typical Monitoring Scheme
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8.3.5 An overall summary of monitoring location, purpose and instruments is outlined in the table below.
Table 8.2: Summary of Monitoring Locations, Instruments and Purposes
Location Measurement Instrument Visual Observation Purpose
Retaining wall Earth pressure, Pressure cell, Wall bending, Wall Compare actual measurement against design values.
Hydro-static pressure Water pressure cell crack, Continuity, Identify relationships between surrounding water level, pore
Water leakage, water pressure and water pressure on walls.
Ground crack
Horizontal Electro-level, Check against allowable design limit.

displacement Tiltmeter,
Inclinometer
Wall stress Strain gauge Find stress distribution and compare with stress used in earth
pressure calculations.
Check stability by comparing measured stress and allowable
design stress.
Strut, Ground Axial force, Load cell, Strain gauge Strut connection, Bolt Check earth pressure proportions on strut and ground anchor.
anchor Displacement fastening Compare with allowable design axial force for stability.
Excavated Displacement at Piezometer, Groundwater ingress, Check movement of surrounding grounds and deformation of
ground, different excavation Inclinometer (insertion Road crack, Widening excavated grounds caused by stress relief.
Surrounding level, Pore water type), Extensometer of gaps between Identify relationships between displacements of ground
ground pressure, Horizontal street kerbs behind the wall, retaining wall, and lower level of excavated
displacement ground.
Compare actual measurements with allowable design limits for
stability check.
Check the amount and range of settlement of surrounding
ground caused by excavation and dewatering.
Railway Vertical and horizontal Extensometer, Cracks on structures Check settlements, deformation and displacement of
structures in displacement, Tiltmeter, Electro- structures in the vicinity of excavation.
the vicinity Verticality level, Inclinometer,
Theodolite
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8.4 Control Measures of Enabling Works (Shoring, Excavation

and Dewatering) near to Railway Infrastructure
8.4.1 Carryout field investigation and collect data
8.4.2 Carryout numerical analysis of dewatering to reveal the expected drawdown of water table level
due to dewatering
8.4.3 Carry out numerical analysis of seepage to give an indication of the impact of migration of fine
content on ground surface level due to dewatering
8.4.4 Verify the adopted parameters used in the numerical analysis by geotechnical soil investigation
study
8.4.5 Identify the pump size and the value of piezometric surface gradient (phreatic surface).
8.4.6 Installation of piezometer in order to verify the existing water table, before dewatering, and to
monitor the drawdown of water table level during dewatering
8.4.7 Monitoring method of fine content percentage during dewatering by installing standpipe outside
the affected / excavated area for collection of water samples
8.4.8 Monitoring plan of settlement in the influenced zone. The allowable settlement for metro
structure shall be as follows:
a) The trigger for metro piers shall not exceed 3mm.
b) The surrounding ground shall not exceed 15 mm
8.4.9 Carryout numerical analysis to confirm that lateral movement during the
excavation/construction phases is safe and within the allowable figures and there is no impact on
Metro Structure
8.4.10 Installation of inclinometer in one of the shoring system at the middle of adjacent side to metro
structure to measure the displacement during construction and ensure that it is within the
acceptance limit
8.4.11 Installation of surface level gauges in order to monitor the settlement of surrounding ground
near to metro structure during construction phases, before & after, to ensure that all records
within the allowable limits
8.4.12 Ensure that vibration will not exceed the allowable limits and there is no impact on the integrity
of adjacent metro structure or existing underground utility services
8.4.13 Monitoring of water leakage inside adjacent metro structure due to construction works
8.4.14 Emergency plan shall be prepared in case if water infiltrated inside metro structure
8.4.15 All the above shall be considered in the risk assessment with clear emergency response and
remedy action to ensure the safety & integrity of metro structures. The trigger in the emergency
plan shall not exceed or near to exceed the allowable limits
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8.5 Reporting
8.5.1 Any changes to the approved plans or applications under review shall be notified to the Rail Right
of Way Office of the Agency before implementation
8.5.2 Depending on the nature of the construction and engineering works planned, the Agency may
request for periodic reports on a regular basis. Usually, periodic reports will be requested for
works that require continuous monitoring activities on Railway Infrastructure or ground
movement monitoring. The applicants shall ensure that all excessive movements (earth
settlement) are detected and recorded and proper actions put in place. A periodic report shall
typically include monitoring data and analysis, safety records, results of any corrective action
request issued by the Agency, safety certificates and operators’ names and qualifications for
heavy equipment and machines.
8.5.3 All applicants shall submit their completion reports within seven working days from the
completion date. The report shall include clear photographs showing the comparison of the site
areas marked ‘Before’ and ‘After’. All site areas within the Railway Protection Zone shall be
reinstated to their original status or completed according to the approved plan. Any damage or
defects to the Railway Infrastructure caused by the applicants shall be rectified at their own cost
and clear photographs shall be shown in the report as evidence of rectification work carried out.
8.5.4 The Agency may conduct a completion inspection to confirm the status of completion and
general condition of the Railway Infrastructure. The completion report shall also include a
summary of the monitoring data and analysis if applicable. Instrumentation shall not be removed
until the stability of the structures or ground has been confirmed
8.6 Site Inspections by the Agency

8.6.1 The Agency, or any other party designated by the Agency, has the right to access the site for
inspections at any time during the execution of approved activities within the Railway Protection
Zone. The inspections will be focused on any deviations from the approved works. Any deviations
from the approved works may be subject to an immediate Stop Work Order and possible
penalties
8.6.2 A final completion inspection may be conducted by the Agency or any other party designated by
the Agency. The final inspection will identify defects or damage to the Railway Infrastructure
caused by the works as well as the overall condition of the Railway Infrastructure
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8.7 Incident / Accident Management

8.7.1 The Agency and the Operator shall be notified immediately should any incidents or accidents
take place which affects or could affect the safety of people or the Railway Infrastructure
8.7.2 All works must be stopped and the Agency and the Operator shall be notified immediately, when
any railway safety concerns are observed
8.7.3 It is the applicant’s responsibility to report to the relevant Government authorities and agencies
any incidents or accidents resulting in personal injuries, death or damage to properties, which do
not belong to the Agency
8.7.4 The applicants shall submit a formal incident report within five working days from the date of an
incident or an accident, summarising the nature of the incident, cause, its effect and the recovery
measures taken.
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9. Risk Assessment
9.1 General
9.1.1 The Risk Assessment Report to be included in NOC applications should be based on the ALARP
risk analysis approach, as outlined in EN 50126 ‘Railway applications—The specification and
demonstration of Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety (RAMS)—Part1: Basic
requirements and generic process’, where the probability or frequency of occurrence of an event
or events leading to a hazard and the consequence of the hazard are estimated to determine the
risk level
9.1.2 ‘ALARP’ means ‘As Low As Reasonably Practicable’, and involves weighing the risk against the
trouble, time and money needed tocontrol it. Thus, ALARP describes the level to which risks can
be expected to be controlled
9.1.3 A hazard is something (e.g. an object, a property of a substance, a phenomenon or an activity)
that can cause adverse effects
9.2 Measuring Hazards

9.2.1 The table below defines the frequency category for identified hazardous events
Table 9.1: Frequency of occurrence of hazardous events
Category Description
Frequent Likely to occur Frequently. The hazard will be continually experienced.

Probable Will occur several times. The hazard can be expected to occur often.
Occasional Likely to occur several times. The hazard can be expected to occur several times.
Remote Likely to occur sometime in the system life cycle. The hazard can be reasonably expected
to occur.
Improbable Unlikely to occur but possible. It can be assumed that the hazard may exceptionally occur.
Incredible Extremely unlikely to occur. It can be assumed that the hazard may not occur.
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9.2.2 The severity levels and the consequences associated with each severity level can be considered
as in the table below
Table 9.2: Hazard Severity Level
Category Description Consequences to Service
Catastrophic Fatalities and/or multiple severe injuries and/or major
damage to the environment.
Critical Single fatality and/or severe injury and/or significant Loss of a major system
damage to the environment.
Marginal Minor injury and/or significant threat to the environment. Severe system(s) damage
Insignificant Possible minor injury Minor system damage
9.2.3 Considering both the frequency of occurrence against the severity of the possible outcome, using
the following ALARP matrix, provides an initial risk category, i.e. ‘intolerable’, ‘undesirable’,
‘tolerable’ or ‘negligible’
Figure 9.1: Risk Matrix

9.2.4 Where initial risks are identified as ‘intolerable, ‘undesirable’ and ‘tolerable’, control measures
should be introduced to reduce the risk to a level that is as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP)
9.2.5 ‘Intolerable’ risks must be eliminated
9.2.6 ‘Undesirable’ risks shall only be accepted when risk reduction is impracticable and with the
agreement of the Agency.
9.2.7 ‘Tolerable’ risks are acceptable with adequate control measures and the agreement of the
Agency
9.2.8 ‘Negligible’ risks are acceptable with or without Agency agreement.
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9.3 Process
9.3.1 Achieving ALARP involves four basic steps as shown below:
Figure 9.2: Steps to achieve ALARP
9.3.2 Throughout the ALARP process, the findings should be recorded in a formal Risk Register
document
9.3.3 A Risk Register is a living document that should be continuously reviewed and updated
throughout anyprojectoractivitylife-cycle,toensurethatallacceptedrisksremainALARP
9.3.4 A sample Risk Register Form is included Appendix A; all Risk Assessment Reports should include a
completed Risk Register
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10. Enquiries
All technical enquiries or comments on this Railway Protection Code of Practice should be sent in writing
to:
Rail Right of Way Services Office
Rail Agency
RTA Offices
Marrakech Road,
P.O. Box 118899
Dubai, U.A.E
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Appendices
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Appendix A
Appendix A – Dubai Tram Protection Code of

Practice for the Emirate of Dubai
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Contents
1 Introduction A-3
1.1 General A-3
1.2 Scope A-3
2 Tramway Protection Zone A-4
2.1 General A-4
2.2 Tramway Protection Zones A-4
3 No Objection Certificate Requirements A-8
3.1 General A-8
3.2 NOC Application Details A-10
3.3 Associated Risk and Control Measures for each Restricted Activity A-11
3.3.1 Restricted Activity - RA1: Storage of Goods A-11
3.3.2 Restricted Activity - RA2: Movement or Operation of Cranes, Hoists and other A-13
Lifting Equipment
3.3.3 Restricted Activity - RA3: Installation of Boreholes and Wells A-17
3.3.4 Restricted Activity - RA4: Dredging of Sea-Beds and Canal-Beds A-18
3.3.5 Restricted Activity - RA5: Construction of Underground Passageways A-19
3.3.6 Restricted Activity - RA6: Excavation of Trenches and Earth Movement A-20
3.3.7 Restricted Activity - RA7: Demolition A-22
3.3.8 Restricted Activity - RA8: Use of Explosives and Fireworks and the Lighting of A-24
Fires
Restricted Activity - RA9: Erection of Scaffolding and other Temporary A-26
3.3.9
Structures
3.3.10 Restricted Activity - RA10: Installation or Replacement of Conduits for any A-28
Utilities
3.3.11 Restricted Activity - RA11: Other Activities to be Controlled A-29
3.3.11.1 Planting of Trees and Shrubs A-29
3.3.11.2 Traffic or Pedestrian Diversions A-31
4 Other Requirements A-32

4.1 General A-32
4.2 Incident / Accident Management A-32
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1. Introduction
1.5 General
1.5.1 This Appendix B, Dubai Tram Railway Protection Code of Practice is issued by the Agency to set
out procedures, conditions and other requirements relating to the Dubai Tram to comply with
Administrative Decisions No. 147/2014 & 68/2010 with regard to the issuing, implementation
and Regulation of Local Order No. 5/2009 Governing Railway Regulation in the Emirate of Dubai
& Regulation of Local Order No. 1/2014 Governing Dubai Tramway Regulation.
1.6 Scope
1.6.1 This Appendix B Dubai Tram Railway Protection Code of Practice is applicable only to the Dubai
Tram Railway in the construction, operation and maintenance phases in the Emirate of Dubai
1.6.2 This Code defines:
(d) The mandatory procedures, conditions and other requirements that must be complied with
in relation to the protection of tramways and tramway infrastructure
(e) The Tramway Protection Zone; and
(f) Restricted Activities
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2. Tramway Protection Zone

2.2 General
2.2.1 In principle, the Tramway Protection Zone shall be kept clear of any disturbances or activities in
order to ensure the safe operation of the Railway and protection of the tramway infrastructure.
All associated risks and mitigation measures for any potential disturbances to the tramway
arising from Restricted Activity within the Tramway Protection Zone shall be identified before
carrying out such activities. The Tramway Protection Zone is defined in the following sections for
each type of tramway alignment.
2.3 Tramway Protection Zones

2.3.1 The Tramway Protection Zone generally contains a Critical Zone, which normally requires more
stringent control measures than the remainder of the Tramway Protection Zone
2.3.2 The Tramway Protection Zone is described in Table A2-1 below:
Table A2.1: Tramway Protection Zones Description
Zone No. Alignment Tramway Protection Zone

Sections
Railway
Protection Viaduct
Tram (Type A)
Zone-1
Tram Zone-1 applies to tramway viaduct sections (tramway guide-way

located on elevated structures) above ground level. The Tramway
edge of any structural / constructed / fixed element of the viaduct.
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Sections
Railway
Protection Viaduct
Tram (Type B)
Zone-1A
Tram Zone-1A applies to tramway bridges section (tramway guide-

way located on elevated structures) above water level. The Tramway
edge of any structural / constructed / fixed element of the tramway.
Railway
Protection Street Running
Tram
Zone-2
Tram Zone-2 applies to street running tramway sections. The

Tramway Protection Zone is defined as the surrounding area of 30m
measured from the outermost edge of constructed railway
infrastructure.
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Sections
Railway
Protection Stations
Tram (Type A)
Zone-3
Tram Zone-3A applies to stations. The Tramway Protection Zone is

defined as 30m measured from the outermost edge of the station
finishing.
30m 30m
Railway
Stations
Protection
(Type B)
Tram
Zone-3
Tram Zone-3B applies to stations. The Tramway Protection Zone is

defined as the greater of 30m measured from the outermost edge of
the station finishing or width of influence zone of sub-structure.
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Sections
Railway
Protection Depot
Tram
Zone-4
30m Protection Zone Depot Plot Fence
Tram Zone-4 applies to tramway depots. The Tramway Protection

Zone is defined as 30m measured from the security or perimeter
fence around the depot.
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3. No Objection Certificates Requirements
3.1 General
3.1.1 The provisions for obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) are the same in relation to
tramways. Chapter 4 in the main Code of Practice details the requirements. In summary,
those intending to perform Restricted Activities within the Tramway Protection Zone are
required to apply for an NOC from Rail Agency, RROWSO.
3.1.2 Due to the nature of the risk and scale of some activities at residential only plots, certain
exemptions apply where an NOC is not required. It should be noted these exemptions only
apply to residential only plots, where the height of the building does not exceed three (3)
stories.
3.1.3 The application of exemptions does not remove the obligation to ensure that all restricted
activities are performed in a manner that is safe, and minimizes as far as reasonably practicable
any risks to the tramway. Table A3.1 below details those exemptions.
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Table A3.1: List of Restricted Activities and NOC Exemptions

Activity No. Restricted Activity requiring NOC Exemption – NOC is not required
RA1 Storage of goods Bulk storage of Hazards materials or Storage of household goods - i.e.
dangerous goods (Dubai Municipality garden tools & equipment,
definition of bulk and United Nations sporting equipment, furniture etc
definition of Dangerous Goods)
RA2 Movement or New building construction and Use of cherry picker for painting or
operation of cranes, hoists external renovation works where maintenance activities outside the
and other lifting restricted activities are conducted - critical zone and within the plot
equipment i.e. cherry picker, concrete pumps etc limit
RA3 Installation of Requires NOC No exemption
boreholes and wells
RA4 Dredging of sea-beds Requires NOC No exemption
and canal-beds
RA5 Construction of Requires NOC No exemption
underground passageways
RA6 Excavation of trenches Requires NOC Excavation outside the critical zone
and earth movement and inside the plot limit and less
than 1.2 metres depth.
Landscaping work - laying tiles,
construction of garden beds,
irrigation installation etc.
RA7 Demolition Demolition of major structures Hand demolition of minor
requiring mechanised demolition structures - i.e. barbeques, garden
bed surrounds, cement footpaths
etc.
RA8 Use of explosives and Fireworks Barbeque, fire pits, outdoor gas
fireworks and the lighting heaters, gas stoves, wood stoves
of fires etc within the plot limit
RA9 Erection of scaffolding New building construction and Garden sheds, marquee, tents,
and other temporary external renovation works where inflatable castles, playground
structures restricted activities are conducted - equipment, ladders etc within the
i.e. scaffold etc plot limits
RA10 Installation or Requires NOC Outside critical zone and within
replacement of conduits the plot limit and excavation less
for any utilities than 1.2 metres
RA11 Other activities to be Planting trees or shrubs whose
controlled branches or root system could enter
the critical zone
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3.2 NOC Application Details

3.2.1 All Applicants applying for NOC’s should follow the requirements as per Chapter 4 in the main
Code of Practice.
3.3 Associated Risks and Control Measures for each Restricted

Activity
3.3.1 Restricted Activity - RA1: Storage of Goods
The storing or placing, or causing or allowing the storage or placement of, any goods, material or item or
any solid, liquid or gaseous matter or substance.
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories with storage of general household goods - i.e.
garden tools & equipment, sporting equipment, furniture, barbeques etc.
Risks
• Storage or placing of combustible materials, including flammable liquid and gas, could pose a risk of
fire and explosion.
• Blocking of station entrances or emergency egress points could cause injuries to people and could
prevent people from exiting the tramway in case of emergency.
Control Measures
• For commercial and industrial application, see the Control Measures as listed in the main Code of
Practice
• For residential only plots preference should be given to store household materials outside of the
critical zone
• Bulk storage of hazardous chemicals (Dubai Municipality definition of bulk and United Nations
definition of hazardous chemicals) should be stored in accordance with Dubai Municipality
requirements and outside the critical zone.
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Figure A3.1: All flammable, combustible or explosive goods such as tankers, fuel containers, and gas
cylinders should be kept outside the Critical Zone
Figure A3.2: All flammable, combustible or explosive goods such as tankers, fuel containers, and gas
cylinders should be kept outside the Critical Zone
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3.3.2 Restricted Activity - RA2: Movement or Operation of Cranes, Hoists and other Lifting Equipment
Movement or operation of any crane, whether fixed or mobile, hoists, ladder, drilling or piling equipment,
excavator or any other mechanical equipment or vehicle
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories (not more 10m height) using a cherry picker or
similar for external painting or maintenance activities outside the critical zone and within the plot
limits
Risks
• Equipment could topple and hit the tramway infrastructure and/or tramway vehicles.
• Equipment booms could slew and hit the tramway infrastructure and/or tramway vehicles.
• Materials being lifted could impact the tramway infrastructure and/or swing into the path of tramway
vehicles.
Control Measures
Practice
• For residential only plots, preference should be given to using mechanized lifting equipment on the
non-tram face of the property.
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Figure A3.3: Equipment should not operate within, or be able to collapse into, the area directly adjacent
to the tramway structure
Figure A3.4: Equipment should not operate within, or be able to collapse into, the area directly adjacent
to the tramway structure
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Figure A3.5: Operation of equipment directly below Railway viaducts should keep 1 m minimum
clearance from the structure
Figure A3.6: Tower crane and its parts erected behind building and tied back, should topple outside the
Critical Zone
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Figure A3.7: Free standing tower crane or its parts should not topple inside the Critical Zone
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3.3.3 Restricted Activity - RA3: Installation of Boreholes and Wells
Exemptions for NOC

• Due to the inherent risks to the tramway involved in this activity, there are no exemptions for
residential only plots.
Risks
• Drilling, boring or ground anchoring could damage the tramway infrastructure, including station
structures, piles and foundations.
• Vibration could damage the tramway infrastructure.
• Drilling, boring or driving piles or the installation of wells could pose a risk due to lowering of
groundwater levels.
Control Measures
Practice
Figure A3.8: Boreholes and piles should be outside the Critical Zone and should be checked for potential
impacts on tramway structure
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3.3.4 Restricted Activity - RA4: Dredging of Sea-Beds and Canal-Beds
The dredging of sea beds or canal beds and the anchoring of vessels
Exemptions for NOC

residential only plots
Risks
• Dredging near piles under the water could damage the structural system of the piles causing
settlement.
• Dredging equipment may strike the tramway infrastructure and supporting infrastructure causing
damage.
Control Measures
Practice
Figure A3.9: Anchoring of vessels and dredging should be outside the Tramway Protection Zone for
bridges
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3.3.5 Restricted Activity - RA5: Construction of Underground Passageways
The construction of an underground passageway to serve as a conduit for utilities; to provide access
for people, vehicles or equipment to an underground work site
Exemptions for NOC

residential only plots
Risks
• Tunnelling and excavation works may cause changes to the original ground conditions, such as
excessive ground loss or change in groundwater conditions; movement and vibration may affect the
tramway infrastructure.
Control Measures
Practice
• Micro-tunneling is the preferred method to minimize settlement and vibration
• The maximum allowable settlement of the tramway infrastructure is 5mm
• The maximum allowable vibration (Peak Particle Velocity [PPV]) at the tramway infrastructure is 15
mm/sec for continuous or intermittent vibration
• The maximum allowable Limit for ground borne vibration is in accordance with ISO 2631 - < Less than
or equal to 66 dBv inside the building and Noise and Vibration Guidelines shall be followed
effectively.
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3.3.6 Restricted Activity - RA6: Excavation of Trenches and Earth Movement
The excavation of trenches or pits, earthworks and backfilling, or the shifting or pushing of earth or
soil from one area to another, whether or not such activities are carried out manually or by
mechanical means
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories (not more 10m height) creating excavations
outside the critical zone and inside the plot limit and less than 1.2 metres depth.
• Landscaping work - laying tiles, construction of garden beds, irrigation installation etc.
Risks
• The operation of excavation equipment within the Critical Zone may damage the tramway
infrastructure.
• Excessive vibration generated by machinery used for excavation or earth moving within the Critical
Zone may cause damage to the tramway infrastructure.
• Changing groundwater conditions which could cause settlement.
• Excavation adjacent to the tramway infrastructure may change existing stormwater conditions.
• Excavation collapsing causing the destabilizing plant or tramway infrastructure.
Control Measures
Practice
or equal to 66 dBv inside the building
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Figure A3.10: Excavation or earthmoving activities within the Critical Zone should not be carried out
before engineering analysis has been undertaken
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3.3.7 Restricted Activity - RA7: Demolition
The tearing-down of buildings and other structures manually or using hydraulic equipment, wrecking
ball, or blasting method
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories (not more 10m height) can undertake hand
demolition of minor structures - i.e. barbeques, garden bed surrounds, cement footpaths etc within
the plot boundary
Risks
• Excessive vibration generated by demolition works could damage the tramway infrastructure.
• Demolition works could generate debris or objects that could be projected onto the tramway
infrastructure causing damage.
Control Measures
Practice
or equal to 66 dBv inside the building
• Demolition using explosives is not permitted within all Tramway Protection Zone
Figure A3.11: Robust safety protection screens should be provided during demolition works within the
Tramway Protection Zone
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Figure A3.12: Protection Shelter over Tramway
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3.3.8 Restricted Activity - RA8: Use of Explosives and Fireworks and the Lighting of Fires
The use of explosive material, fireworks and lighting of fire for any purpose including blasting,
demolition, removal of rocks, or construction
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories can have fires for barbeque, fire pits, outdoor gas
heaters, gas stoves, wood stoves etc within the plot limit and outside the critical zone. Fireworks are
not exempt and require approval before they can be used with the exception of sparklers and party
poppers.
Risks
• An explosion or a fire within the Tramway Protection Zone could damage the tramway infrastructure
and disrupt railway operations.
• Vibration generated from the use of explosives could damage the tramway infrastructure and disrupt
Railway Operations.
• Burning debris from fireworks poses a risk of fire and injury to passengers
• Aerial shells may drift in the wind causing shells to deflagrate near the tramway posing a risk of fire
and injury to passengers
Control Measures
Practice
• The use of commercial grade fireworks, special effects and close proximity fireworks should only be
used by a competent operator who has received formal training in fireworks safety
• Minimum clearance distances from the tramway infrastructure are required dependent upon the size
and type of the firework
• Fire control measures should be available when lighting any type of fire for example a fire
extinguisher, fire blanket or garden hose (as appropriate for the type of fire)
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Figure A3.13: Fires should not be lit in the Critical Zone / Explosives should not be used in the Tramway
Protection Zone
30m
Figure A3.14: Fires should not be lit in the Critical Zone / Explosives should not be used in the Tramway
Protection Zone
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3.3.9 Restricted Activity - RA9: Erection of Scaffolding and other Temporary Structures
hoardings and other structures for any purpose
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories can erect garden sheds, marquee, tents, inflatable
castles, playground equipment etc. within the plot limits and outside the critical zone
Risks
• Scaffolding and other temporary structures could fall onto the tramway infrastructure.
• Scaffolding and other temporary structures could provide unauthorised access to the tramway
infrastructure
• Tents, shelters and temporary structures using combustible materials could pose a fire risk to the
tramway infrastructure.
• The location and layout of tents, shelters and temporary structures could obstruct or interfere with
tramway safety provisions such as emergency egress points, ventilation shafts and firefighting
facilities.
Control Measures
Practice
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Figure A3.15: Tents or sheds should have appropriate fire protection measures
Figure A3.16: Installation of Protection Screen for Building Under Construction
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3.3.10 Restricted Activity - RA10: Installation or Replacement of Conduits for any Utilities
The installation or replacement of conduits for any telecommunications, electrical and mechanical
utilities, including power transmission lines and associated structures
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories, outside critical zone and within the plot limit for
excavation less than 1.2 metres
Risks
• Installation of new transmission or power lines in the Tramway Protection Zone could affect the
safety of critical Railway systems and equipment.
• Installation or replacement of conduits and associated works within the Tramway Protection Zone
could also pose the risks identified in Restricted Activity RA2, RA6 and RA9.
Control Measures
Practice
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3.3.11 Restricted Activity - RA11: Other Activities to be Controlled
Any activity performed within the Tramway Protection Zone that the Agency requires to be controlled and
may be added in future revisions of the Railway Protection Code of Practice.
The below list is not exhaustive. Should there be a risk to the tramway from the proposed activity seek
advice from the Rail Right of Way Services Office beforehand.
3.3.11.1 Planting of trees and shrubs
The planting of larger trees or shrubs where branches or the root system could enter the critical zone of
the tramway
Exemptions from NOC

• Residential only plots of less than three (3) stories (not more 10m height), outside critical zone and
within the plot limit where the branches or root system will not enter the critical zone
Risks
• Encroachment of tree branches could be an obstruction to the tram vehicle causing damage
• Encroachment of tree branches could be a visual obstruction to the driver of the tram vehicle
• Encroachment of tree or shrub roots into the critical zone could cause settlement of the tramway
infrastructure
Control Measures
• Larger trees and shrubs should be planted outside the critical zone and in an area where the branches
or roots can not enter the critical zone
• The height of the tree or shrub when fully grown should be considered and it should be planted 1.5 x
the height of the plant away from the tramway infrastructure
• The width of the tree canopy or shrub when fully grown should be considered and planted a suitable
distance from the infrastructure so branches will not impact on the infrastructure
• Root barrier products should be used when planting within the protection zone to prevent root and
branch penetration into the critical zone
• Regular pruning of trees and shrubs should be performed to reduce the growth of the plants into the
critical zone.
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• The following species of plant are prohibited from being planted within 20 metres of tramway
infrastructure due to the invasive nature of the root system:
Table A3.2: List of Prohibited Plants

Common Name Botantical Name Photograph
Damas Tree Conocarpus lancifolius
Weeping fig Ficus benjamina
Figure A3.17: Zone 1 – Trees and shrubs should be outside the Protection Zone
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3.3.11.2 Traffic or Pedestrian Diversions
Any traffic or pedestrian diversion that may affect the safe and continuous operation of the tramway will
require an NOC to ensure the safety of the tram is not affected by the proposed diversion.
Exemptions from NOC

• Due to the inherent risks to the tramway involved in this activity there are no exemptions.
Risks
• Encroachment of pedestrians into the path of the tram
• Encroachment of vehicles into the path of the tram
• Encroachment into the line-of-sight of the driver of the tram
Control Measures
• All proposed traffic and pedestrian diversions must be assessed by the Traffic Department and Rail
Right of Way Services Office
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4. Other Requirements
4.1 General
4.1.1 For design and construction considerations when working near the protection zone please see
Chapters 5 to 8 in the main body of the Code of Practice.
4.1.2 For further information regarding risk assessment and controls, refer to Chapter 9 in the main
body of the Code of Practice.
4.2 Incident / Accident Management

4.2.1 The tramway Operator shall be notified immediately should any incidents or accidents take place
which affects or could affect the safety of people or the tramway infrastructure
4.2.2 The tramway Operator’s control room can be contacted any time by:
• Using the emergency help point at any tram stop
• Telephoning 050-64123515 or (for emergencies only)
• Contacting tram representatives
4.2.3 The Agency shall be notified, immediately after the Operator, on 800 90 90 or 04-290 1212
4.2.4 All works must be stopped until the Operator and the Agency have given approval for works to
resume
4.2.5 It is the applicant’s responsibility to report to the relevant Government authorities and agencies
any incidents or accidents resulting in personal injuries, death or damage to properties, which do
not belong to the Agency
4.2.6 For NOC holders involved in an incident or accident, the NOC holder shall submit a formal
incident report within five working days from the date of an incident or an accident, summarising
the nature of the incident, cause, its effect and the recovery measures taken.
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Appendix B: Method Statement (Template)
Work Method Statement for Restricted Activity with

Railway/Tramway Protection Zone
Purpose:
This document prescribes the proposed Method Statement to be conducted to execute the
restricted activity with railway protection zone as defined in Railway Protection Code of Practice
and submitted as part of the application for No Objection Certificate to (NOC) to Rail Right of
Way Services Office, Rail Agency, RTA.
List of Restricted Activities as Defined in Railway Legislation By-Laws
Restricted Description
Activity
RA1 Storage of goods

RA2 Movement or operation of cranes, hoists and other lifting equipment
RA3 Installation of boreholes and wells
RA4 Dredging of sea-beds and canal-beds
RA5 Construction of underground passageways
RA6 Excavation of trenches, earth movement and NDRC
RA7 Demolition
RA8 Use of explosives and fireworks and the lighting of fires
RA9 Erection of scaffolding and other temporary structures
RA10 Installation or replacement of conduits for any utilities
RA11 Other activities to be controlled
The sections below are filled with appropriate response related to the restricted activity that is
required to be authorised by Rail ROW to be carried out within Railway PZ
1 Scope of Work
This section must describe the exact nature of work to be carried out and boundaries
• What?
• Where?
• When?
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2 Method of Work
This section must define the specifics of the method of work, step by step to a level of detail
that helps the client understand what is actually planned for the project and how the works will
be carried out. The method of work must relate to the risk assessment
3 Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

This section must detail the HSE nominated representatives and their roles that will be in effect
for the project and who will be responsible for their compliance.
Name Role Email Address
4 Workgroup
This section must describe roles & responsibilities within work group.
Role No Staff required Additional Proficiency /

Competance
5 Emergency Procedures
This section must provide comprehensive details of all emergency arrangements for the project.
Drawings, diagrams will be provided where necessary.
6 Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)

This section must define PPE requirements for each work activity to be completed safely
7 Products
This section must describe products/materials/substances to be used on the work. Material
Safety Data Sheets must be provided as an addendum to the Method Statement.
8 Tools and Equipment

This section must describe the tools and equipment that will be required to carry out the works
including any competencies that may be relevant; i.e. scaffolding erection/dismantling, are the
tools 120v or 240v.
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9 Environmental Aspects and Impacts

This section must describe the environmental aspects and impacts of the work and how they will
controlled and managed during the duration of work, i.e. but not limited to waste, noise and
vibration, spills, use of resources, etc.
10 Documentation
This section must define the related documentation e.g. work Instruction/Procedure/O&M
Manual, Drawings/Plans, Technical Data, Specifications, previous NOC, Serco PTW which are
related to the works.
11 Arrival on Site
This section must define the first steps to be carried out on “arrival to site”, i.e. marking out,
dimensions and levels, safety briefings, barriers, Traffic Management, etc.
12 Handback arrangements
This section must define how the completion of work will be identified, who and what
departments will be notified/informed for final inspection this must include reference to Hand
Back Procedure and where required Hand back certificate
Applicant Applicant stamp Date

signature
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Appendix C: Risk Assessment Report (Template)
1 Work Details
Project name Location
Company/Office Date
Work Description
2 Type of Restricted Activity

Storage of goods Dredging of sea-beds and canal-beds Demolition Installation or replacement of
conduits for any utilities
Movement or operation of cranes, Construction of underground Use of explosives and fireworks and Other activities to be controlled
hoists and other lifting equipment passageways the lighting of fires
Installation of boreholes and wells Excavation of trenches, earth Erection of scaffolding and other
movement and NDRC temporary structures
3 Assessor Details
Assessment completed by Position Contact Number Email Signature
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4 Risk Matrix
Severity
Severity Level
Catastrophic
Insignificant
Marginal
Frequency
Critical
Risk Categories
A Intolerable
Frequent A A A B
B Undesirable
Probable A A B C
Frequencies
C Tolerable
Occasional A B C C
D Negligible
Remote B C C D
Improbable C C D D
Incredible C D D D
C-2
5 Risk Categories
Risk Category Risk Level – Action Rquired
A Intolerable Very high risk – revise the control measures in order to mitigate the risk
B Undesirable High risk identified – develop / determine further controls
C Tolerable Medium risk identified – Further controls may be required
D Negligible Low risk identified – Control measures to be adopted and monitored
6 Frequency of occurrence of hazardous events

Category Description
Frequent Likely to occur Frequently. The hazard will be continually experienced.
Probable Will occur several times. The hazard can be expected to occur often.
Occasional Likely to occur several times. The hazard can be expected to occur several times.
Remote Likely to occur sometime in the system life cycle. The hazard can be reasonably expected to occur.
Improbable Unlikely to occur but possible. It can be assumed that the hazard may exceptionally occur.
Incredible Extremely unlikely to occur. It can be assumed that the hazard may not occur.
7 Hazard Severity Level

Category Description Consequences to Service
Catastrophic Fatalities and/or multiple severe injuries and/or major damage to the environment.
Critical Single fatality and/or severe injury and/or significant damage to the environment. Loss of a major system
Marginal Minor injury and/or significant threat to the environment. Severe system(s) damage
Insignificant Possible minor injury Minor system damage
C-3
8 Risk Register
# Hazard Identified Risk Description Consequences / Initial Initial Mitigations Final Final
Implications L S Score L S Score
1
Applicant signature Applicant stamp Date
C-4
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RAILWAY PROTECTION CODE OF PRACTICE

FOR THE EMIRATE OF DUBAI

2 Railway Protection Zone 3

4 No Objection Certificate Requirements 15

6 Site Inspection before NOC 44

7 Works in Railway protection Zone 46

Mr. Abdulla Yousef Al Ali

© Roads and Transport Authority 2014

Tramway All establishments, facilities, systems and software necessary to operate

1.3 Railway Protection Guidelines

1.4 Associated Documents

2. Railway Protection Zone

Table 2.1: Railway Protection Zones Description & Definition

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-1A applies to Railway viaduct sections (Railway guide-way

Zone-1B applies to Railway viaduct sections (Railway guide-way

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-2A applies to Railway tunnel sections (Railway guide-way

Zone-2B applies to Railway tunnel sections (Railway guideway located

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-3 applies to Railway cut & cover sections (Railway guideway

Zone-4A applies to at-grade Railway sections. The Railway Protection

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-4B applies to Railway sections with engineered embankments.

Zone-4C applies to Railway sections with engineered cut sections. The

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-5A applies to Overground stations. The Railway Protection Zone

Zone-5B Applies to Underground stations/structures. The Railway

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-6 applies to street running tramways. The Railway Protection

Zone-7 applies to elevated monorail guide-ways. The Railway

Zone No. Railway Structure Railway Protection Zone

Zone-8A applies to other Railway Infrastructure (e.g. footbridge,

Zone-8B applies to Railway depots. The Railway Protection Zone is

3.2 Description of Restricted Activity

3.2.3 RA3 - Installation of boreholes and wells

4. No Objection Certificates Requirements

Infrastructure and/or its Operation.

4.2 Types of NOC Application

4.3 Application and Approval Process

4.4 NOC Application Details

TYPICAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR NOC APPLICATION (WHERE APPLICABLE)

* Cover Letter * Affection Plan * Trade License * Work Program

* Method Statement * Risk Assessment * Site Photos *Project Drawing

DM Permit Machinery & Equipment Operators Certificate Third Party Certificate

Monitoring Plan Design Report Soil Investigation Survey Plan

Traffic Control Plan Drainage/Dewatering Emergency Plan Insurance Policy

4.5 Description of Key Supporting Documents

4.6 Associated Risks and Control Measures for each Restricted

4.6.1 Restricted Activity - RA1: Storage of Goods

Control Measures for Tower Cranes

4.6.3 Restricted Activity - RA3: Installation of Boreholes and Wells

4.6.4 Restricted Activity - RA4: Dredging of Sea-Beds and Canal-Beds

• Anchoring of vessels may damage the Railway Infrastructure.

4.6.5 Restricted Activity - RA5: Construction of Underground Passageways

4.6.6 Restricted Activity - RA6: Excavation of Trenches and Earth Movement

4.6.7 Restricted Activity - RA7: Demolition

or suitable control measures if sufficient distance cannot be obtained.

4.6.11 Restricted Activity - RA11: Other Activities to be Controlled