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| Safety Recommendations S1 to S101 concerning rail traffic accidents and hazardous situations | Text version |
In parenthesis, the number and date of the investigation report.
The acronyms refer to the addressee of the recommendation.
RVI = Finnish Transport Safety Agency, railway (former Finnish Rail Agency)
RHK = Finnish Transport Agency, railway (former Finnish Rail Administration)
VR = VR-Group Ltd
TH = Road Administration
HäKe = Emergency Response Centre
LVM = Ministry of Transport and Communication
SM = Ministry of the Interior, Rescue Department
SMp = Ministry of the Interior, Police Department
STM = Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, Labour Protection Department
OTKES = Accident Investigation Board of Finland
SKAL = The Finnish Transport and Logistics
SAKL = Finnish Driving Schools Association
HKL = Helsinki City Transport
KL = The Association of Finnish Local and Regional Authorities
Muu = Other relevant parties
S100 | The planning, design and building of railway yards shall prevent direct entry to an Sn35 arrival turnout from a main track operated at a speed of 120 km/h. The first turnout should be at least of the Sn80 type. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Paragraph 7.3.8.3 of Permanent Way Technical Rules and Regulations) |
S99 | The train operator’s panel in Oulu should include displays of the position of the V330, V331 and V351 line turnouts so as to ensure a correct situation status being displayed even in exceptional situations. (C10/1998R, 4.6.1999), RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S98 | The braking systems of passenger trains shall be developed so as to ensure a quicker and simultaneous starting of (emergency) braking in all cars. (B1/1998R, 28.1.1999), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in trains travelling at speeds exceeding 180km/h) |
S97 | In the design and planning of modifications in signalling equipment, checking and approval of the modification drawings shall be completed prior to the commencement of the modification work. (B1/1998R, 28.1.1999), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S96 | The repeaters shall be removed from all stations. (B1/1998R, 28.1.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (except for Helsinki and Turku port, as decided) |
S95 | All signalling equipment events in remote control and train operation shall automatically be recorded. (B1/1998R, 28.1.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in new equipment) |
S94 | The locomotives should be equipped with video recording of the track view and the cabin functions. (B1/1998R, 28.1.1999), VR |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (as not improving safety) |
S93 | To accelerate further the building of the automatic train control (ATC) system, local less complex supportive systems shall be planned. (B1/1998R, 28.1.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (on four localities) |
S92 | When starting to push a shunting work unit, the locomotive should first pull it over a distance of, e.g. a car length. (C35/1997R, 26.3.1999), VR |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (to be considered in training) |
S91 | A train in convoy operation should be equipped with an automatically operated acoustic signal or other corresponding device that warns the track workers of an approaching train. (C34/1997R, 26.3.1999), VR |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S90 | The fixings of restaurant-car facilities (e.g. cash registers) shall be checked.(C32/1997R, 26.3.1999), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S89 | An emergency brake should be installed in the end vestibule of passenger cars in view of convoy operations. (C32/1997R, 26.3.1999), VR |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S88 | The persons entitled to assume responsibility for train safety work should be specified. Moreover the corresponding requisite qualifications should be specified, as well. (C31/1997R, 26.3.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S87 | Suspension cantilevers and hinged cantilevers of electrified lines should be mounted at a sufficient height so as to allow a wire laying train with its railings up, pass underneath also during shunting operations and when moving over to a dead track. Unambiguous instructions for sections where the railings have to be lowered should be drawn up for the train operators and the persons responsible for the movements of the work units. (C30/1997R, 26.3.1999), RHK |
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State: RECOMMENDATION DELETED |
S86 | The operation of the signals protecting Viinijärvi yard should be modified so as to render impossible a ’Proceed’ signal aspect whenever the turnout opens to an already occupied track. (C27/1997R, 26.3.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (There will be a new project: Signals protecting of Viininjärvi yard) |
S85 | Hot-box control of bearings and the corresponding detection instruments should be developed. (C26/1997R, 26.3.1999) (C2/1999R, 12.11.1999) (C4/1999R, 9.6.2000), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S84 | Jyväskylä – Pieksämäki section should be equipped with a block system and signals protecting Naarajärvi railway yard. (C24/1997R, 26.3.1999), RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (in this way) |
S83 | The station-approaching speed limits on sections of line without automatic train control should be lower than today. Otherwise the engine drivers should not be obliged to one-man driving. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (without ATC, max. speed 120 km/h) |
S82 | In compartments of passenger cars, partition walls should separate the hand luggage racks to compartments, to prevent any movement or falling of luggage. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), VR, RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (planning instructions for new passenger cars, in Rolling Stock Technical Rules and Regulations 4, paragraph 4.9.1) |
S81 | All new or reconditioned day coaches of long-distance trains shall be equipped with state-of-the-art lap belts installed in the seats. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), VR, RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (tested, ready for installation in new coach fleet) |
S80 | The practices of auxiliary functions to engine driving shall be clarified and uniform instructions drawn up thereon. The engine drivers’ responsibility for the brake-type lever being set in its adequate operating position when driving the locomotive out of the engine shed, shall be underscored. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S79 | The ”Instructions on driver’s cab work tasks” drawn up by the Transport Production Unit of VR Ltd Production Department in 1993 shall be urgently revised. The instructions on division of tasks and responsibilities in double driving shall be specified in detail. For example, the driver of the locomotive shall be responsible for the driving operation. The paragraphs concerning driver’s cab work tasks in the ”Train Safety Regulation” (Jt) issued by the Finnish Rail Administration shall be deleted therefrom so as to be incorporated and updated in VR’s ”Instructions on driver’s cab work tasks”. In this connection all instructions on engine driving shall be compiled to form one entity. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Engine Driver’s Manual revised; no modifications made in the Train Safety Regulation) |
S78 | The following speed limits should be adopted at signals. Should the automatic train control be out of service and the distant signal display a ”Wait Sn35” aspect, the maximum admissible speed for passing the distant signal is 120 km/h, while the maximum admissible speed for a main signal displaying a ”Proceed Sn35” aspect is then 80 km/h. (A1/1998R, 19.2.1999), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (if ATC out of service, max. 80 km/h; if no ATC, max. 120 km/h) |
S76 | Occupied tracks should not be cleared and traffic should not be started until the track work has been entirely achieved. (C13/1997R, 20.5.1998), VR, RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Trafficability Manual) |
S75 | Such signalling equipment should be removed that enable unlocking of turnout locks irrespectively of the occupation order and whether both turnouts were occupied or not. (C13/1997R, 20.5.1998), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (implemented in new interlockings) |
S74 | Immobility of wagons on track 102 should be ensured in conformity with the Train Safety Regulation (Jt). The securing method adopted shall be specified in the instructions. (C10/1997R, 22.5.1998), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Instructions for Sköldvik updated) |
S73 | Blocking of a travel route should be modified so as not to enable operation of the turnout of a blocked section until the track circuit section has first been occupied and then cleared. (C5/1997R, 20.5.1998) (C3/2001R, 1.11.2001), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in connection with alternative work of signalling device) |
S72 | The detectability of arresters should be improved. (C2/1997R, 20.5.1998), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S71 | The wagon entrance steps and the steps designed for accompanying the wagon should be made of safety grid of the type used in the new brake operator’s steps. The recommendation should essentially be implemented for new and rebuilt wagons. (C1/1997R, 20.5.1998), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in new and reconditioned cars) |
S70 | The inspection interval of tank-car tanks with rubberized interior shall be changed from two years to one year, or else the cars shall be taken out of service. In view of transportation of hydrosilicofluoric acid and other substances, a chemical analysis of the material (Soulplethane or other) replacing the rubber shall be produced and the suitability of the material for tank interior lining shall be specified. The analysis shall be delivered in connection with the next general inspection to the car inspector, and an indication thereof shall be included in the pressure-vessel inspection record. The interval of the car-interior inspection shall be cut from two years to one year until further notice, considering the necessary experiences to be gained of the resistance of the lining. (C23/1996R, 24.11.1998), VR, RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Permission to use lining granted by the Safety Technology Authority TUKES) |
S69 | Turnout operating equipment should be tested with test voltage. (C39/1997R, 21.7.1998), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (by application of 5-year interval) |
S68 | The regulations shall ensure that there is no possibility of trees falling within the structure gauge. In clearing work along railway lines, all trees with an over 15 cm root diameter possibly penetrating the structure gauge when felled, shall be secured by a winding tackle or corresponding method. (C28/1997R, 24.11.1998), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (considered in Permanent Way Technical Rules and Regulations (RAMO), as far as possible) |
S65 | The present legislation neglecting the monitoring of traffic operation on private tracks and the control of maintenance of such tracks shall be amended so as to include these tasks. A competent authority specified by law shall be assigned to design such a monitoring and maintenance system for private tracks that ensures the safety of rail traffic. As for the transportation of dangerous goods, the Finnish Rail Administration shall immediately engage the requisite investigation work. (C9/1996R, C18/1996R, C21/1996R, C24/1996R, C6/1997R, C8/1997R, C15/1997R, 21.7.1998) (C13/1998R, 12.11.1999), LVM, RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Railway act 30§) |
S64 | More detailed specifications should be included in the General Regulations on Trial Runs as for the work division between the person responsible for the triak run and the driver. (C7/1997R, 20.5.1998), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S63 | The departure track of Hyvinkää railway station to the workshop should be equipped with either a signal controlled by the remote control operator, or an automatic signal. In addition to audible signal aspects, also visible signal aspects are necessary, as the Workshop features quite heavy departure traffic linked with trial runs. (C7/1997R, 20.5.1998), RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S62 | The inner side of the right-turning curve in the track from Hyvinkää Workshop to the railway station should be cleared to ensure an at least 200 m visibility range. (C7/1997R, 20.5.1998), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S60 | In seasons with possibly considerable temperature variations, ballasting should regularly be checked and supplemented after tamping and sleeper replacement operations. No train traffic should be allowed on tracks with uncompleted track work. (C23/1997R, 28.10.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in Instructions; more efficient monitoring is yet needed) |
S59 | Present relatively important track-gauge variations in the interface of rigid and flexible rail fastenings should not be permitted. In bridge-decks rail fastenings should be more flexible than in the Kerkkolankatu railway bridge (built in 1963), or else the flexibility differences in the interfaces necessarily have to be smaller than in this particular case. The lateral wear limit values for curved rails in bridges need to be stricter. (C4/1996R, 27.10.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S58 | The condition of bogie pivots of Russian cars and their greasing shall be ensured. (C4/1996R, 27.10.1997), (C37/1997R, 4.6.1999), (C4/2003R, 14.5.2003), (C3/2005R, 27.4.2005), (C4/2005R, 28.4.2005), (C3/2009R, 25.11.2010), VR |
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State: (competent Russian officials have been informed.) |
S57 | Radiophones should be developed so as to ensure immediate connection when pressing the key instead of the present delay-time connection. Particularly in emergencies and urgency situations, speaking is commenced immediately when pressing the key. (C22/1996R, 28.10.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (Will not be implemented in GSMR) |
S56 | The portable maintenance radios of service railcar drivers (and drivers of other track machines) should feature the option of line-radio listening, as the drivers are frequently outside the driver’s cabin and therefore fail to hear calls by train control operators or remote control operators. (C22/1996R, 28.10.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S55 | The operation of the radio equipment in the locomotives should be checked and improved, whenever needed. (C22/1996R, 28.10.1997) (C10/1999R, 27.12.1999), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S54 | Also service railcars (and other track machines) travelling on a line should be assigned a train number or other identifier clearly distinguishing them from other trains in service so as to avoid any possible misinterpretations. Their present long identification codes require unnecessarily long talk times in the line radio. (C22/1996R, 28.10.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S53 | Trap sidings should run away from the main line (over a sufficient distance) and preferably also lower than the main line. If the trap siding runs in parallel with the main line, its distance from the main line should be at least about 15 m (the length of a car). (C13/1996R, 3.11.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (paragraph 7.2.2 of Permanent Way Technical Rules and Regulations) |
S52 | Installation of sloping holding sidings should be avoided. Such sidings should be equipped with an alarm system. (C13/1996R, 3.11.1997), RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (sloping of railway yard necessary for drainage purposes) |
S51 | Monitoring cameras should be kept in adequate operating condition. Monitoring should also be operated whenever the railway yard is unmanned. (C13/1996R, 3.11.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S50 | Uniform and unambiguous instructions on securing the immobility of Russian wagons should be available. Moreover the ability of the railway yard workers to perform the measures specified in the instructions should be ascertained. (C13/1996R, 3.11.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (intructions has been changed) |
S49 | A mechanical emergency brake valve should be installed in the Tka7 service railcars to permit exhausting of a brake conduit in all events, including a malfunction in the driver valve and any other valves connected thereto. (C20/1996R, 27.10.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in connection with installation of ATC equipment) |
S48 | More attention should be paid to the functioning of the brake equipment of the Tka7 service railcars. Particularly the detaching of brakes discovered in trial operation should be remedied. Such detachings took place when the Tka7 alone was stopped by the direct-acting brake (1 to 2 bar pressure in brake cylinder). The direct-acting brake was set in the closed position, then a 1 bar pressure drop in the brake conduit was realized by the train-brake valve, and also the train brake was set in the closed position. The brakes gradually started their releasing action. This should also be checked in the other Tka7 service railcars. (C20/1996R, 27.10.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Maintenance Instructions Manual) |
S47 | The service railcar drivers and drivers of other track machines should pay special attention to the importance of correct braking of cars equipped with a two-pressure system. (C20/1996R, 27.10.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (relevant further training arranged in 2001) |
S46 | Taking all Mas wagons out of service should be considered. Should their utilization however not be discontinued, their brake weight should be checked and new restrictions on their use be introduced or else three-pressure operating valves be installed in replacement of the old ones. (C20/1996R, 27.10.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (brake weight specified for six tonnes; cars to be taken out of service in) |
S45 | Modification or replacement of turnouts should be considered so as to prevent incorrect interpretations of turnout positions as due to inconsistent signal aspects in signals displaying the turnout position. (C19/1996R, 25.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (instructions in Permanent Way Technical Rules and Regulations) |
S44 | The track should immediately be repaired and defective old sleepers be replaced. Replacement of spike fastenings by screw fastenings and rail replacement by stronger rails should be considered. (C14/1996R, 26.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S43 | The condition of privately owned tracks should be monitored by annual measurings. The Finnish Rail Administration should be assigned by decree as responsible for the measurements and the relevant reports. (C14/1996R, 26.6.1997), RHK, LVM |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Railway act 30§) |
S42 | The transition structure shall be further developed. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S41 | An automatic measuring of track condition should be developed for the locomotives. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), RHK. |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (The international development will be traced) |
S40 | Communication of exceptional observations to the operative organization should be developed. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S39 | The possibilities of the engine driver to detect a commencing derailing of a car should be developed. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), VR, RVI |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S38 | Load-binding needs and possibilities in heavy and high mass-centre transports should be defined. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (investigated; no modifications needed) |
S37 | Train speeds on track work sites shall be revised and the speed criteria specified. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), RHK. |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S36 | As a rule, train traffic may be allowed on track work sites on the basis of track measurement. The work reports shall include more detailed quality requirements. VR-Track Ltd should draw up a quality manual on track renewal. Acceptance of final and temporary work performances shall include deformation mesurements (load rigidity). The acceptance procedure shall be revised and developed. The responsibilities shall be specified and documented in the work performance contracts and work reports. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997) (C19/1997R,10.7.1998), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in quality manual) |
S35 | Contractors should be ensured more extensive work projects. (B1 ja B2/1996R, 1.8.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S34 | Self-operative line block systems should also be equipped with a signal aspect monitoring and recording system. (C10/1996R, 19.6.1997), RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (question being solved in the renewed signal system) |
S33 | The disturbances in the network power supply should be investigated in greater detail so as to ensure the activation of the backup system in cases of disturbance. (C10/1996R, 19.6.1997), VR, RHK |
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State: RECOMMENDATION DELETED (implementation in connection with equipment renewal) |
S32 | Unambiguous instructions and regulations on traffic operation and shunting work at Ylämylly station should be issued so as to ensure that all workers are knowledgeable in advance of the procedures to be implemented. (C17/1996R, 20.5.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S31 | As due to the traffic volumes operated, Ylämylly station should be equipped with a modern signalling system. (C17/1996R, 20.5.1997) RHK. |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S30 | Monitoring of the work of train crews should be rendered more efficient on private railway yards, as well. (C11/1996R, 20.5.1997), STM |
| State: NOT OT BE IMPLEMENTED |
S29 | The qualifications required of train crews of private industrial plants should be tightened particularly in terms of work safety; implementation of prohibited work methods should always be interrupted. (C11/1996R, 20.5.1997), STM |
| State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S28 | In shunting work training programmes, it should be stressed that tracks, turnouts, etc. should be referred to in communications by unambiguous symbols, e.g. numbers, and that colloquial designations adopted by work teams should be avoided. (C7/1996R, 16.4.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in training) |
S27 | The signalling equipment/signalling system of Kontiomäki railway yard should be modernized so as to minimize the possibilities of human error. (C3/1996R, 20.5.1997) (C19/1996R, 25.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S26 | The train operators should be ensured undisturbed working conditions. For example, the train operator’s work room should not include other workers’ rest premises, it should not serve as a through passage to other premises. The train operator should not be burdened with questions other than pertaining to his work. (C2/1996R, 20.5.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S25 | Brushing of points and turnouts should extend to the rail limits to ensure the visibility of the marks in snow seasons, as well. (C1/1996R, 20.5.1997), VR, RHK |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (after brushing to the rail limits, snow is a problem in snow season) |
S24 | In railway yard locomotive movements, the locomotives should be driven from the nose cabin in the travel direction, or else viewing in the nose cabin should be ensured. (C1/1996R, 20.5.1997) (C1/2001R, 1.11.2001) (B1/2001R, 24.4.2002), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (adopted in Driver’s Manual) |
S23 | The working conditions in Espoo Area Interlocking Room shall be improved with particular attention paid to air-conditioning and temperature regulation. (C6/1996R, 20.5.1997) (C2/1996R, 20.5.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (the Interlocking Room is no more in use) |
S22 | Whenever an interlocking features exceptional situations, e.g. as due to on-going work, the interlocking manning shall be specified in a relevant plan. In such situations, any additional manning should be ensured, if necessary, and the plan should consider unpredictable situations possibly arising from the work. (C6/1996R, 20.5.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S21 | Also remote-control operators working in Area Interlocking Rooms should be ensured adequate equipment and disturbance-situation training and occupational guidance. (C6/1996R, 20.5.1997) (C18/1997R, 24.6.1998), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (the training has been started) |
S20 | Inexplicable defects in technical devices should be remedied more efficiently so as to ensure their reliability; exclusively memory-based working does not ensure an adequate safety standard. (C6/1996R, 20.5.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S19 | The timing of track and signalling equipment work should be planned in a way that the disturbances and additional work in traffic control generated thereby do not set train safety at risk or cause unnecessary delays in train traffic. Simultaneous track work and interlocking system work should be avoided unless train traffic is completely interrupted during the work. (C6/1996R, 20.5.1997) (C2/1996R, 20.5.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S18 | The Accident Investigation Board of Finland proposes that in the event of major accidents and catastrophes, Information Centres for relatives be created in connection with two different emergency centres. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997)(A1/1998R, 19.2.1999) (B2/2000R, 10.1.2001), SM, STM |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S17 | Persons working at the scene of an accident should wear an identification clothing displaying their work organization, position and tasks. Different organizations should be specified their own colours, on a national basis. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), SM, Muu |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED (in this way) |
S16 | Distribution and use of recording equipment keys shall be controlled more efficiently. Therefore corresponding separate instructions shall be issued. Basic operating training shall be ensured to persons carrying out modifications in recording equipment settings. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S15 | More attention should be paid to the age structure and training of engine drivers. The shift work system should also be developed. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S14 | The use of the line radio shall be developed so as not to include other than radiocommunication pertaining to train driving. Train operators should be ensured the possibility of direct communication with the train conductors. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED, (in instructions and train guards mobile phone). |
S13 | The possibility of video recording of cab function operation should be assessed for new fast locomotives. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: NOT TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
S12 | Compartments and side corridors of passenger cars shall be equipped with a fire alarm system, safety lighting and safety instructions fixed on the doors. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (To be adopted in new car-fleet) |
S11 | Rescue equipment location, fixing and relevant instructions shall be substantially improved. For passenger compartments, evacuation times shall be specified considering the time needed for leaving the train. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR, RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (in new cars and cars to be renovated) |
S10 | To ensure an adequate safety standard, instructions shall be issued for fire-resistance handling and rehandling of linen used in sleeping-cars. Sleeping-car compartments and the wall and ceiling structures of the corridors shall meet the fire-resistance requirements set thereon. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED, (Linen, SM A56, SL2; Wall and ceiling structures, UIC 564-2, A) |
S9 | The car structures shall feature a more solid fixing. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK, VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S8 | The side corridor door structure in sleeping-cars shall be revised and improved. The ladders shall be suitable for escape. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED, (modifications realized in connection with general repair). |
S7 | In connection with the general overhaul of the cars, the liquid piping should be equipped with an emergency valve at the outlet from the tank, thus preventing penetration of fuel oil and glycol into the cars and the environment, in case of broken piping. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR |
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State: RECOMMENDATION DELETED, (new cars equipped with electrical heating). |
S6 | In the construction of new seating cars and reconditioning of old ones, special attention shall be paid to the floor fixing of the seats. The seats must not detach from the floor in deceleration movements of the train or when a passenger bumps against a seat. The seat fixing shall meet the applicable standards and norms. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S5 | The new signal systems should be introduced into operation simultaneously on the lines connecting major stations. The signals that are off service shall be covered more efficiently. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S4 | All efforts should be focused on an accelerated building of the Automatic Train Control system. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED, (on main lines and in rolling stock in commercial service; as for the remaining lines and rolling stock, scheduled for completion by the end of 2005) |
S3 | Possible permissions to travel in the driver’s cabin should be granted on a local basis so as to ensure a more efficient monitoring of the practice. Moreover an uncomplicated procedure of permission application - to be submitted to a colleague - should be adopted. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), VR |
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State: IMPLEMENTED |
S2 | In conformity with the visual signal aspects, the speed of the train shall be adapted to the prevailing visibility conditions and weather conditions. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Train Safety Regulation JT, Part VI, Section 12) |
S1 | The weekly Exceptions report shall be improved and rendered more useful in consideration of the engine driver. The final target is to design a weekly Exceptions report as per train. The issue shall be discussed and finalized as urgent. (A1/1996R , 16.6.1997), RHK |
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State: IMPLEMENTED (Exceptions report system as per train, ETJ, adopted on 26 March 2001) |