Evacuation training for engine drivers

The engine driver plays a crucial role in the evacuation of regional trains since the driver is the only crew member on board. A risk assessment was conducted when train crews were cut from rail bus traffic. The risk assessment did not pay sufficient attention to evacuations or identify the need for additional engine driver training. The basic or supplementary training provided to engine drivers by VR does not include evacuation training or drills.

VR Group includes evacuation training in its engine driver training program

The engine driver plays a crucial role in the evacuation of regional trains since the driver is the only crew member on board. A risk assessment was conducted when train crews were cut from rail bus traffic. The risk assessment did not pay sufficient attention to evacuations or identify the need for additional engine driver training. The basic or supplementary training provided to engine drivers by VR does not include evacuation training or drills.