2.2 USER CENSUS DATA A site census estimated on 19/01/2016, together with Sky high 9 day census March 2014.

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3 2. LEVEL CROSSING USAGE 2.1 RAIL The train service over GREEN DRIFT level crossing consists of passenger and freight trains. There are 154 trains per day. The highest permissible line speed of trains is 80mph. Trains are timetabled to run for 24 hours per day. Assessor s notes: This crossing is highly used as a short cut 2.2 USER CENSUS DATA A site census estimated on 19/01/2016, together with Sky high 9 day census March Produced the below results: Pedestrians 86 Pedal cyclists 9 Horses / riders 0 Animals on the hoof 0 The census applies to 100% of the year. Available information indicates that the crossing does not have a high proportion of vulnerable users. Vulnerable user observations: There were no vulnerable users observed during the risk assessment Available information indicates that the crossing does not have a high number of irregular users. Irregular user observations: There were no irregular users observed during the risk assessment Information gathered indicates that GREEN DRIFT level crossing does not have a high number of users during the night or at dusk. Site visit night / dusk user observations: 20% usage during night time Assessor s general census notes: Average census result from a site census estimated on 19/01/2016 and a 9 day census carried out by Sky High, March Every 9 day census is checked against a site census carried out at the time of any subsequent risk assessment. Any major differences found between the site census and a 9 day census (older than three years) will require a new 9 day census to be requested. 2.3 USER CENSUS RESULTS ALCRM calculates usage of the crossing to be 0 road vehicles and 95 pedestrians and cyclists per day. 3. RISK OF USE 3.1 SIGHTING AND TRAVERSE Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd Registered Office Kings Place, York Way, London N1 9AG Registered in England and Wales No Passive Level Crossing Risk Assessment Template v1.0 [July 2014] Page 3 of 14

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5 There are no known obstructions that could make it difficult for users to see approaching trains. There are no known issues with foliage, fog or other issues that might impair visibility of the crossing, crossing equipment or approaching trains. Actions to improve sighting have not been identified. Assessor s improving sighting and decision point notes Vegetation management is essential for sighting Assessor s general sighting and traverse notes: Sighting compliant, regular vegetation management is essential EVALUATION OF MITIGATIONS 3.3 CROSSING APPROACHES The signs at GREEN DRIFT level crossing are located on the direct route a user would take over the level crossing; they are positioned so that they are clearly visible to users taking a direct route over the level crossing. The visibility of the signs is reduced at night or at dusk. The approaches to the crossing within the boundary fence are not considered to be steep, slippery or present a tripping hazard to users. Assessor s notes: Two stiles before crossing then straight. There are adjacent sources of light or noise that could affect a users ability to see or hear approaching trains. Assessor s general crossing approach notes: The crossing is located between a highly populated residential area to the south and large industrial area to the north. The signs are unlit but would be clearly visible with an alternative light source. The close proximity of the industrial area brings various noises clearly audible at the crossing. 3.4 AT THE CROSSING ANOTHER TRAIN COMING RISK Trains are sometimes known to pass each other at this crossing. Assessor s another train coming notes: Trains are sometimes known to pass each other at this crossing. 3.5 INCIDENT HISTORY A level crossing safety event has been known to occur at GREEN DRIFT level crossing in the last twelve months. Assessor s incident history notes: During summer times children often play about at this crossing, in recent times trains have been cautioned over crossing. Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd Registered Office Kings Place, York Way, London N1 9AG Registered in England and Wales No Passive Level Crossing Risk Assessment Template v1.0 [July 2014] Page 5 of 14

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8 a. benefit to cost ratio is 1: positive safety and business benefit established; b. benefit to cost ratio is between 0.99 and 0.5: reasonable safety and business benefit established where costs are not grossly disproportionate against the safety benefit; and c. Benefit to cost ratio is between 0.49 and 0.0: weak safety and business benefit established. Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd Registered Office Kings Place, York Way, London N1 9AG Registered in England and Wales No Passive Level Crossing Risk Assessment Template v1.0 [July 2014] Page 8 of 14

9 5.2 CONCLUSIONS Assessor s notes: Green Drift footpath Crossing Green Drift footpath is near Royston town it leads from a housing estate to industrials and back to the town centre. The hazards associated with this crossing are: Interface between crossing users and trains. Potential misuse by crossing users. Frequency of trains. The current risk controls in place to mitigate against these hazards are: Stiles on both side of crossing. Signage on how to use crossing, Stop-Look-Listen. Decking with non-slip. Proposed additional mitigation plans are: There is no additional mitigation plans for this crossing at this present time. Long term plans for this crossing are: Close this crossing via bridge. Long term: (re-signalling, renewals, line speed increase and environmental changes) are: There are no long term re-signalling, renewals, line speed increase and environmental changes currently planned for this crossing. Options: Closure of this crossing by bridge is one option. This is one option subject to funding being available and the final decision is to be approved by the RAM team. Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd Registered Office Kings Place, York Way, London N1 9AG Registered in England and Wales No Passive Level Crossing Risk Assessment Template v1.0 [July 2014] Page 9 of 14

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