Holgate Depot

• Stepped access/egress points installed at both end of the pits.
• Additional points installed in the centre of the pits to allow access/egress to both sides.
• Pits uniformly illuminated throughout the entire length, including suitable shield protection.
• Emergency pit lighting integrated within the maintenance bays lighting.
• The pits have been designed and installed to withstand a jacking capacity 25t along the fall width of the pits perimeter.
• Power connections points 110v/16amp, positioned every 5m within pit on alternative sides.
• Drainage sump provision and catch pit to the base of the pit to mitigate/collect oily leakage and to prevent trips & falls should there be a spillage.
• Removable side access perimeter protection to the pit to mitigate trips and falls.

• Early Contractor involvement allowed scheme buildability to be discussed in advance of implementation, providing opportunity for value engineering and off-site fabrication to allow shorter timescales for installation and less disruption to the operational Depot.
• Management of unforeseen change was proactive, resulting in additional works not affecting operational requirements of the Depot.
• Collab approach with Network Rail & other contractors (e.g. Rothwell’s – electricity – and Network Rail Works Delivery team – track installation).

Story worked closely with the Network Rail project team, operation depot staff, the nearby Works Delivery team and wider Supply Chain – achieving success together through collaboration and open communication. Efficiencies were made through pits prefabrication off site, reducing Story’s time on site ensuring less disruption to the operational Depot.