The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has published its annual report covering the period 1 January to 31 December 2022. The report summarises operational and investigative activity undertaken by the Branch during the year.
The report also highlights six recurring safety themes which have run through the Branch’s work during 2022. These are: the safety of track workers, railway operations, the management of bad weather, the safety of people getting on and off trains, safety at level crossings, and the management of low adhesion.
The sole purpose of RAIB investigations is to prevent future accidents and incidents and improve railway safety. RAIB does not establish blame, liability or carry out prosecutions.
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