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Rushing Causes Hundreds of Train Station Injuries Annually
23 Mar
Summary
- Two people daily are injured at UK train stations due to risky travel.
- 800 preventable injuries occur annually across the Govia Thameslink network.
- A new film stars Diane Morgan to promote rail safety awareness.
Every day, two individuals sustain injuries at UK train stations, often due to passengers compromising safety to save time. Research indicates that hundreds of such incidents are preventable, with the Govia Thameslink (GTR) network recording around 800 injuries each year. These accidents stem from behaviors like running for trains or obstructing doors.
Despite the risks, many passengers remain unaware of the dangers, with a significant portion not realizing that rushing or using escalators with heavy luggage can lead to harm. To address this, GTR has launched a safety campaign featuring comedian Diane Morgan. The initiative aims to encourage travelers to slow down and prioritize their well-being.
The campaign includes a new film, 'Travel Safe with Diane Morgan,' designed to humorously highlight common risky behaviors. Morgan's involvement and light-hearted approach aim to make passengers reflect on their actions. GTR's Health, Safety, and Security Director emphasized the need for a fresh approach to tackle ingrained habits and encourage a pause for safety.
