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Covid-19: Helping Rail Adapt For Everyone Who Needs It

Our experts can help you adapt to new challenges so that the railways can operate safely. We can provide information, good practice and support to help keep the railways as healthy and safe as possible.

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Infection Risks

Public transport has been perceived to be an infection hotspot due to the large numbers of people being in enclosed spaces. Our experts have collaborated with various specialists to estimate the risk of infection from Covid-19 on rail.

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Managing safety

Managing Safety Under Pressure

The pandemic has put more pressure on rail companies to get safety right. New health and safety risks need to be managed on top of existing issues. Our experts are helping industry with risk assessments and real-time decision-making using a range of tools and techniques.

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Passenger safety

Helping Passengers Stay Safe

The railway is very safe, but risks still need to be managed. As the lockdown is eased, it will become possible for more people to travel by train. Our experts are helping industry with risk assessments and human factors expertise to help passengers feel confident and stay safe.

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Workforce wellbeing

Workforce Wellbeing

The railway needs to maintain the safety of its workforce and look after their health and wellbeing through the different phases of the pandemic. We have a range of resources to help industry keep the workforce safe, tackle fatigue and protect mental health and wellbeing.

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New ways of working

Adapting to New Ways of Working

The pandemic has forced everyone to develop alternative ways of getting things done. Tasks which have traditionally been performed face-to-face, such as training and audits are now being done on-line. Industry is exploiting the power of web-based teamworking tools and video meetings. Our experts have been helping industry to adapt to the new normal.

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