Protecting people and the environment are two of Réseau Ferré de France’s major goals and we are making significant efforts in these areas.
environment and safety
PCB decontamination
We are gradually treating and replacing all our installations that contain polychlorobiphenyls and polychloroterphenyls, which are now classified as products that are dangerous for our health and the environment.
PCB decontamination in detail
Removing asbestos risks
In respect for the health of people maintaining the railway installations, Réseau Ferré de France has launched an asbestos removal programme for its signalling facilities.
Removing asbestos-related risks in detail
Noise black spots
Réseau Ferré de France is playing its part in the national operation to identify and dampen noise disturbances
Noise black spots in detail
Additional security
Réseau Ferré de France is developing a programme for additional security features on its network in order to provide more effective local responses to identified risks.
Additional security in detail
Providing security for hazardous goods sites
Railway infrastructure facilities are likely to be used for the transportation of hazardous goods, and so Réseau Ferré de France is endeavouring to ensure optimum security.
Safety of hazardous goods sites in detail
Improving tunnel safety
Although tunnels may not be the specific cause of accidents, they are nevertheless points of concern along the network. In terms of prevention, they benefit from special operating procedures and investment policies with a view to improving the safety of persons and goods being carried.
Tunnel safety in detail
