Research Highlights - Spring 2024
09/04/2024
Research Highlights covers the benefits of RSSB’s recent research to the industry.
Each issue features exciting projects, new findings, and solutions that could benefit your organisation. The publication also provides information about forthcoming events and webinars.
Click to read Research Highlights - Spring 2024
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G Force decision-making tool becomes part of the national training programHelping operational staff to make confident, safe decisions when rules conflict, don’t apply, or would lead to unsafe outcomes. Read the article.
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Automated Driver Competency Indicators in trail on West Midlands TrainsIn-service trial uses train data to provide objective, long-term insights into driver performance. Read the article.
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Spotting wagon defects early for improved safety and maintenanceA trial is providing monthly data reports to operators, helping them to identify defective wagons. Read the article.
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Safe and efficient use of mobile technology by train driversHow can smart devices help drivers in the cab without compromising safety? Read the article.
All this plus even more, including risk modelling for rail in a changing world, new guidance for tackling work-related violence in rail, and how we’re rethinking colour vision tests.
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