Rail Safety Review - 3rd August 2026
Summary
Host Dan Fox reviews recent RAIB reports, including a discontinued investigation into a Manchester tram derailment and a Sheffield tram-pedestrian collision. He analyzes safety failures like inadequate audible warnings and poor crossing design. Fox also solicits listener suggestions for future topics, such as track worker safety and trespasser psychology, inviting feedback via social media or email.
Topics discussed
Intro, disclaimer, and sponsor ads
Welcome to Rail Safety Review August 2026
Discontinuation report: Manchester tram derailment
Sheffield tram collision with pedestrians analysis
Listener suggestions and future episode topics
Outro and sponsor advertisements
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