Clear instructions on the use of private phones and other mobile devices during work
Implemented
Rail R
Accident
10.8.2015
2015-S17
Suosituksen perustelu
The use of various mobile devices (RAILI and GSM phones and a tablet computer) form a part of engine driver's work. There are no instructions on the use of private phones or other private mobile devices during work.
Recommendation
Clear instructions on the use of mobile devices by engine drivers while driving the train must be provided.
Suosituksen tarkennus
Since the use of mobile devices is increasing, a thorough risk analysis should be carried out on the use of mobile devices in the work of an engine driver.
Toimenpide-ehdotukset
The use of various mobile devices (RAILI and GSM phones and a tablet computer) form a part of engine driver's work. There are no instructions on the use of private phones or other private mobile devices during work.
Investigation report
R2015-03 Incident in train traffic in Hyvinkää, Finland, on 18 March 2015