
Non-compliance with specific procedures, deficiencies in the radio communication system, legislative gaps in fire safety and fire protection.
Here are some of the interpretations of what caused the death. train accident in Tempeaccording to a commission of experts appointed by the families of the victims.
The 5-member commission, consisting of G. Vlassopoulos, F. Karaiosifidis, K. Lakafosi, V. Papadopoulos and G. Perivoliotis, presented their first assessments yesterday.
Eternal and systemic problems of OSE and TRAINOSE/ Greek train was reflected in the mode of their work, where “non-standard wireless communication between stations – trains, non-standard execution of train movement procedures, non-standard training with specific lesson plans in the practical training of new station chiefs, etc. prevailed.”
Communication
The way of communication between stationmasters and drivers was also of key importance. “If the phraseology was correct and standardized, and the driver replied that he understood, it is very likely that nothing would have been done,” says Mr. Vlasopoulos.
Finally, the committee points out that “an abnormal and expected ignition pattern of a large amount of unknown fuel, which is estimated to be related to the development of a fire, requires further investigation.”
After Easter, the first opinion of a special commission of experts appointed by the government is expected, the investigation of justice continues as a matter of priority, the investigation is also carried out by the European Railway Agency.
At the same time, there is an orgasm of technical interventions in the railway network. Currently, the number of passengers on the Athens – Thessaloniki intercity route is averaging 150 passengers, so Hellenic Train is considering offering discount packages for students and youth under 25.
“Our goal is to have the entire remote control system, including signaling and control centers, fully operational from the beginning of October,” Giorgos Gerapetritis, Minister of State in charge of Transport and Infrastructure, said yesterday.
Interventions to the railway network, as well as signaling and remote control projects are being carried out with the aim of commissioning the northern part of the railway network (Larisa – Thessaloniki) in early July and the southern part (Oinoi – Tiforea). ) at the end of September.
At the same time, lighting works are being carried out in the tunnels, fire alarm and protection devices are being installed.
Source: Kathimerini

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