The Road Restraint Risk Assessment Process (RRRAP) is a systematic approach to assessing and mitigating risks associated with vehicle restraint systems on UK roads. It ensures that safety barriers, crash cushions, and related measures are effectively designed and implemented, balancing road safety and cost efficiency. This course introduces RRRAP principles, helping professionals understand its application in road safety and infrastructure projects.
Note: It is suggested that candidates attend An Introduction to Road Restraint Systems & Assessment of Need (RRS) before attending this course.
Aims & Objectives:
- To give an appreciation of the need for risk based assessment of need for RRS deployment
- To provide the candidate with and understanding of the application, modelling and limitations of the RRRAP process
- To introduce the web-based RRRAP tool (currently RRRAP v.3.3)
- To have knowledge of data entry for RRRAP and the use of the various data fields contained within the process
- To have an understanding of the data output
Course Outline:
- RRRAP Limitations and Exclusions
Understanding usage and application
RRRAP as a tool
RRS types excluded from assessment
- Use of RRRAP 3.3 (web-RRRAP)
Connection to DMRB (CD377, CD127, GG101)
Login and assistance
RRRAP process
- Document Management
Creating, Copying and Saving Data
RRRAP Ownership
Section Sign-off
- Common Data Requirements
Mandated/optional fields
Data Entry requirement
- Hazard Overview
Mandated/optional hazards
Hazard management
Hazard identification/cataloguing
- Temporary Hazards Assessment
Methodology and Requirement
Outputs
Limitations
- Reports & Summaries
Appendix 4/1
Application for Departure preparation
Modelling and Solutions
Mode of Delivery:
Microsoft Teams
Benefits of Attending:
Gain an increased understanding of the RRRAP process and its use within a risk based decision making assessment of need for road restraint systems.
Intended For:
This course is intended for:
- Those undertaking risk-based assessments of need (RRS)
- Those managing highway engineers undertaking risk-based assessments of need (RRS)
- Inspectors (RRS and Structures) & Road Safety Engineers who wish to understand how the RRRAP toolkit assists with the decision making process and the implications of RRS installation
Pre-Course Requirements:
Candidates are to indicate prior to the training if they:
a: have used RRRAP
b: have access to RRRAP, or
c: have no understanding of RRRAP
