Derailment Assessment and the Certification Process

Part of the certification process involves a Prevention of Derailment Assessment and this is described in Technical Note TN-036, published by the RSSB. This assessment involves a combination of static wheel load testing to ensure the vehicle unloads safely when on a cant and a dynamic test involving a set range of manoeuvres and a 16-mile round trip.

MyTestTrack.com’s facilities at Wirksworth are the only fully-approved test track for TN-036 dynamic testing.

How MyTestTrack.com can help you

We are fully prepared to provide you with the facilities you need to perform dynamic testing under TN-036. Our facilities at Wirksworth will provide you with a full range of support for you to take your vehicles through the dynamic testing process, observed by the Vehicle Acceptance Body of your choice. We provide:

• Full briefing, mess and private office facilities for your team, including WiFi Access;
• A dedicated Test Manager who will accompany your vehicle for the whole test process;
• Extensive, secluded and secure storage facilities;
• Basic maintenance and examination facilities for your vehicles;
• A confidential service

We can also offer a range of catering opportunities for you and your team, flexible operating times and short-notice bookings.

We offer competitive rates and flexible pricing for repeat and series testing programmes.