Recommendation: 2023005-01

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Ref # 2023005-01
Status Closed
Occurrence Self-detrainment of passengers between Shankill & Bray, 24th July 2022
Occurrence Date 24 July 2022
Date Closed 06/08/2026

Basis for Recommendation

There is no Traction Manual for the 8520 Class DART fleet for drivers to refer to when setting up the air conditioning on the train; and there may be insufficient training.

Recommendation

IÉ-RU Head of Health & Safety, in conjunction with the Chief Mechanical Engineer’s Department (CME), should develop Traction Manual for the entire 8500 Class DART fleet; this should include guidance on the air conditioning. Once complete, this should be briefed to drivers to ensure drivers fully understand how the air conditioning operates.