Programme Day Two

Opening remarks from the Chair

Keynote address:
Testing fi re behaviour, heat and soot release according to NFPA and the infl uence of accelerants on the predicted results

• Presenting materials and components planned to be used for refurbishing and upgrading current rolling stock
• Performing fire tests according to CEN/TS 45545-2, demonstrating the results and choosing the right equipment and materials based on the testing outcome
• Comparing CEN/TS 45545-2 to NF F16-101 requirements in order to identify weak points of the European Technical Specifications
• Analysing the results and making recommendations for the upcoming EN 45545-2

Understanding the vehicle fire safety approval process by describing the inputs required to satisfy the fire safety fire safety regulations and contrasting them with processes formerly in place

• Ensuring design and materials conformance when building new or maintaining existing rolling stock
• Choosing the right fire detection systems in order to discover fire and smoke early
• Installing fire barriers effectively
• Considering technical aspects to guarantee running capability in tunnels
• Shaping a successful evacuation strategy while picturing different scenarios
• Comparing the approval processes before and after the introduction of the TSIs and CEN/TS 45545 based on scope of submissions previously required

Presenting an update on innovative water mist systems and related regulations: leveraging user specific fire protection

• Examining fire protection as a global concept and realising
  opportunities related to an overall strategy
• Discovering FOGTEC high pressure water mist systems
• Outlining features and functions of various systems applications in order to fi nd the right solution for your rolling stock
• Explaining how to apply different systems
• Outlining on board systems: what are the advantages?
• Planning and carrying out smoke and fi re tests successfully and
  learning from results

Case study: Developing safe flame retardant solutions for railway cables in rolling stock applications whilst complying with regulations and meeting railway operators’ and manufacturers’ specifications

• Exploring railway fire incidents and explaining key requirements for the protection of railway cables
• Presenting safe flame retardant solutions that withstand ignition and limit propagation of the flame
• Addressing crucial factors such as smoke generation, toxicity, dripping and corrosivity and uncovering how to tackle these risks
• Highlighting case studies where these solutions were implemented successfully and understanding customer specific needs

Outlining the progress with regards to fire safety of polish rolling stock

• Exploring the evolution of fi re behaviour of materials tested
  according to Polish Standards over last 30 years
  
• Identifying the development of fire safety requirements of Polish standards
  
• Understanding the infl uence of certain materials on fire safety of Polish rolling stock and reducing the number and impact of fire incidents
  
• Predicting the further progress in fi re retardant technology of materials and its compliance with CEN/TS 45545

Understanding the concept, performance and future of water mist fire protection systems

• Making safer trains while improving their competitiveness: outlining the main factors to be considered
• Testing and comparing performances of water mist systems for rolling stock
• Improving integration of water mist systems on rail vehicles and ensuring full functioning with other fire protection systems
• Considering the future of water mist systems in the rail environment

Outlining European and national standards on low smoke and fume performance such as BS 6853 (UK), NF 16 101 (France), DIN 5510 (Germany) and CEN/TS 45545-2

• Explaining the TSI Safety in Railway Tunnels and the proposed TSI Locomotives and passenger units
• Proving fire safety according to non-Swedish standards such as DIN 5510 or NF F 16-101 which are approved by TSI
• Providing a fire safety demonstration of the complete rail vehicle according to standard EN 50126 for full regulatory compliance
• Highlighting experiences with Swedish operators and issues arising from opening new lines with long tunnels: outlining which standards can be used apart from the TSI SRT

Ensuring excellence of railway health and safety: complying with national standards and implementing measures to optimise your processes

• Identifying an overall strategy to optimise fire safety in your railway systems
• Discovering rolling stock specific issues and outlining how to overcome them when upgrading current train-sets or purchasing new ones
• Implementing an effective health and safety management concept determining responsibilities in order to control and tackle risks successfully
• Highlighting basic areas of focus for continuous improvement in the design, construction, maintenance and operation of rolling stock

Case study: Conducting a multi-agency post-rail-accident emergency preparedness exercise: optimising cooperation between all parties to minimise the consequences of a fire incident

• Assessing resources needed and organising all logistics necessary for a multi agency rail accident emergency response
• Setting aims and a strategy to achieve these
• Designing an emergency response exercise to test aims
• Identifying macro and micro exercise activities and responsibilities of parties involved in order to ensure a clear emergency response process
• Debriefing staff of rail and infrastructure operators, rescue services, fire testing institutes and other fire safety experts which contribute to the success of the exercise
• Managing the learning opportunities and shaping an effective emergency response plan

• Outlining technical standards and requirements for a demanding infrastructure operating long tunnels and long bridges
• Designing the locomotive according to standards and assessing fire load and heat release rates in order to understand risks
• Assessing how to incorporate a successful fire safety strategy in the new locomotive: minimising risk by installing the right fire protection systems
• Ensuring running capability in the event of a fire in a tunnel or on a bridge to facilitate a quick evacuation process
• Implementing effective emergency response approaches for different situations possible