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Passenger forced to run along London platform with hand trapped in doors of moving train

A passenger had his hand trapped in a moving train's door, requiring an investigation into safety protocols and past incidents.

Elizabeth line passenger 'thrown to ground by speeding train'

An Elizabeth line train exceeded the speed limit, causing a passenger to be thrown to the ground, prompting an investigation.

Elizabeth line passenger ran along platform after getting hand stuck in doors

An Elizabeth line passenger's hand was trapped in train doors, prompting an investigation into safety measures and incident management.

Passenger forced to run along London platform with hand trapped in doors of moving train

A passenger had his hand trapped in a moving train's door, requiring an investigation into safety protocols and past incidents.

Elizabeth line passenger 'thrown to ground by speeding train'

An Elizabeth line train exceeded the speed limit, causing a passenger to be thrown to the ground, prompting an investigation.

Elizabeth line passenger ran along platform after getting hand stuck in doors

An Elizabeth line passenger's hand was trapped in train doors, prompting an investigation into safety measures and incident management.
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Man arrested after train crashes into buffers at major station

A man was arrested following a train crash at London Bridge, but there were no injuries reported.
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Missing boy's dad praises train firm's focus on vulnerable

LNER's safeguarding training for rail staff is essential in helping identify and support vulnerable individuals, impacting families of missing persons.
#inspection-standards

Norfolk Southern rule that railcars should be inspected in less than a minute sparks safety worries after toxic Ohio derailment

Norfolk Southern's one-minute railcar inspection rule raises concerns about safety and missed defects, reflecting a troubling industry trend.

Norfolk Southern's 60-second cap on inspections is making rail workers go 'absolutely ballistic'

Norfolk Southern's inspection time regulation has raised concerns about missing crucial defects, reflecting broader concerns about railroad safety and workforce training in the industry.

Norfolk Southern rule that railcars should be inspected in less than a minute sparks safety worries after toxic Ohio derailment

Norfolk Southern's one-minute railcar inspection rule raises concerns about safety and missed defects, reflecting a troubling industry trend.

Norfolk Southern's 60-second cap on inspections is making rail workers go 'absolutely ballistic'

Norfolk Southern's inspection time regulation has raised concerns about missing crucial defects, reflecting broader concerns about railroad safety and workforce training in the industry.
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#london-underground

Woman, 101, dragged on Tube platform by coat

Passenger injured after coat trapped in closing door at London Underground station.

Why is the Victoria line so loud?

Victoria line noise issue caused by speed restrictions; rail erosion leads to dangerously high decibel levels affecting driver's and passenger's hearing.

Woman, 101, dragged on Tube platform by coat

Passenger injured after coat trapped in closing door at London Underground station.

Why is the Victoria line so loud?

Victoria line noise issue caused by speed restrictions; rail erosion leads to dangerously high decibel levels affecting driver's and passenger's hearing.
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Curious koala survives close call at Sydney train station

Urban development poses significant threats to koalas in Sydney, increasing their risk of vehicle strikes.
The NSW government's investment aims to protect koalas through habitat restoration and dedicated monitoring efforts.

Lessons from Ladbroke Grove crash 25 years on

The 1999 Ladbroke Grove rail crash was a pivotal moment in improving rail safety standards in the UK, resulting in stricter regulations and oversight.

New safety measures, but no 'quiet zones,' planned for West Berkeley rail crossings

Berkeley is halting plans for quiet zones due to safety concerns and high costs despite significant investment in studying the matter.

A train worker's death could have been prevented with a simple $350 investment, colleague alleges

Implementing two-person crews in rail yards could significantly enhance safety and prevent accidents involving remote-controlled locomotives.

Ex-Network Rail chair threatened firm over engineer's Euston criticism

The rail minister's past threat to Systra UK over safety concerns showcases industry retaliation against whistleblowers.

Clapham Junction most dangerous station - passenger

The gap between trains and platforms poses significant safety risks, as highlighted by Giuliana Rossi's serious injuries from a fall.

Score 2 Free Tickets to Taylor Swift's Miami Show Thanks to Florida's Brightline Train

Brightline offers a sweepstakes for free Taylor Swift concert tickets in Miami, connect fans while promoting rail safety.

Man dies after being hit by commuter rail in Beverly

Trespassing on commuter rail tracks led to a man's death in Beverly, conveying the dangers of such actions.

Child and man die after pram rolls off Sydney railway platform

A tragic incident at Carlton station in Sydney resulted in the death of a child and a man after a pram rolled onto train tracks.

Metrolink awarded $1.3 million to develop AI-powered system to detect hazards on tracks

Metrolink received $1.3 million for an AI-powered security system to detect movement on tracks.
The new technology aims to improve safety by automatically slowing or stopping a train based on detected threats.

Pedestrian fatally struck by Metrolink train in Northridge

Community safety reminder: Stay off railroad tracks to prevent accidents.
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