Instructions for engine drivers in the event of an imminent collision

The engine driver attempted to escape into the aisle and was standing at the moment of impact. He was thrown against the control console. It is possible that he would have suffered less serious injuries if he had dived to the floor. At present, there are no written instructions on what to do in the event of an imminent collision. Such instructions are provided verbally. Clear instructions in writing would standardise training and procedures. Simple, well-internalised operating instructions for specific types of train units and locomotives would shorten reaction times.

Written guidelines for how to react to an imminent collision must be introduced in the training of engine drivers for specific types of train units and locomotives.

Engine drivers are to be trained and drilled in the application of these guidelines.

The engine driver attempted to escape into the aisle and was standing at the moment of impact. He was thrown against the control console. It is possible that he would have suffered less serious injuries if he had dived to the floor. At present, there are no written instructions on what to do in the event of an imminent collision. Such instructions are provided verbally. Clear instructions in writing would standardise training and procedures. Simple, well-internalised operating instructions for specific types of train units and locomotives would shorten reaction times.