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Working hours of remote control operators

Working hours of remote control operators

Recommendation status

Implemented

Investigation Branch

Rail R

Type of Accident

Accident

Issue date

12.11.1999

Recommendation ID

C12/1998R/S115

Recommendation

Remote-control operators shall be ensured adequate pauses during the shift, and overlong shifts shall be avoided particularly during busy seasons, such as during track work periods.

Investigation report

C12/1998R Hazardous situation in rail traffic at Säkäniemi on July 3, 1998