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Driver Controlled Operation (DCO)

4 January 2017
The issue of safety relating to the interface between the platform and train and the safe dispatch of trains is an area of focus for the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) and the industry.

Office of Rail and Road update - December 2016

Content archived on 03 July 2025

15 December 2016
Welcome to the second edition of our monthly stakeholder newsletter, as we keep you up to date with the latest news from the Office of Rail and Road.

ORR’s statement on driver only operation

Content archived on 03 July 2025

14 December 2016
An ORR spokesperson said: "Trains with doors operated by drivers (known in the industry as ‘Driver Only Operation’) have been in operation in Great Britain for more than 30 years. ORR has scrutinised this approach, and our inspectors are satisfied that with suitable equipment, proper procedures and competent staff in place, it is a safe method of working."

London Underground fined £500,000 for lift shaft fall

Content archived on 03 July 2025

2 December 2016
London Underground Ltd has been fined £500,000 for breaches of health and safety law after a maintenance worker was injured in a disused station at South Kentish Town in 2014.
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