The RSR has direct regulatory oversight over railway operators. Our concern for the safety of all passengers and pedestrians who interact with the rail network means that we are also actively engaged with various stakeholders, including government, regulators and communities. New railways operators Existing railways operators Railway Technology The RSR evaluates the safety new rail technologies throughout the life cycle of the application, from design and construction to commissioning and operations. Where it is not defined by the National Railway Safety Regulator Act, the relationship between the RSR, government and other regulators is to be managed through agreements, as provided for in the Act. These agreements are critical to ensure that there is no duplication of functioning, or misunderstanding of the relative roles and responsibilities of the various parties. The greatest number of rail incidents results from the close proximity of residential communities adjacent to the rail network. The RSR is committed to community safety as a high-priority matter. Management of community risk requires a multi-disciplinary approach, involving national, provincial, and local government organisations. Freight Shippers Freight shippers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with these requirements. Contractors & Suppliers Rail safety affects us all. If you have any comments or concerns about safety on the South African rail network, please contact us Report an incident by contacting our 24 hour helpline on 0800 444 888 Or Click Here to submit your comments online
Stakeholders
The RSR evaluates all new applications before issuing safety permits.
Railway operators fall into three categories: network, train and station. (As defined by the National Railway Safety Regulator Act.)
The RSR’s mandate includes assessing the safety of rail technology and operations.
| Government & other regulators
| Informal communities
| Suppliers & shippers
Train operators are required to demonstrate in their SMS Report how they ensure that freight shippers comply with the provisions of the National Railway Safety Regulator Act and other relevant regulations, in particular with regard to the transport of dangerous goods by rail.
While the RSR does not engage directly with contractors and suppliers, operators are required to demonstrate in their SMS Report how they ensure that contractors and suppliers comply with the provisions of the National Railway Safety Regulator Act and any other relevant regulations.
| Members of the public
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