The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has released its report today into a derailment on the Seaton Tramway on 18 March 2007.
The full report is available here:
A summary of the key points from the report is included below.
Summary
On Sunday 18 March 2007 a tram was approaching Seaton station on the Seaton tramway when it derailed at the points at the entry to the station. There were no injuries as a result of the incident.
The immediate cause of the derailment was the left hand switch of the point lying open, possibly caused by unknown persons placing an object in the points. Contributory factors were a lack of visual indication to the driver of the position of the points, and the design of the points.
Recommendations
The RAIB has made two recommendations aimed at:
- the design of the point lever at Seaton station; and
- the provision of visual indicators for drivers on the position of the points.
Notes to Editors
1. The sole purpose of RAIB investigations is to prevent future accidents and incidents and improve railway safety. The RAIB does not establish blame, liability or carry out prosecutions.
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Newsdate: 3 July 2007
