Maintenance of private tracks
Implemented
Rail R
Accident
21.7.1998
C9/1996R/S65
Recommendation
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.
Investigation report
C9/1996R Derailments occurred in private tracks during years 1996 and 1997