This report provides research, findings, and analysis on the Hatfield train crash that occurred on 17th October 2000. Through this summaries are produced of the way in which the event was reported immediately; what is currently perceived to have happened; the people and companies who were at fault for the crash, what the main and underlying causes of crash the crash were and changes made to legislation and safety standards following the event. Analysis is also made into the consequences of the crash; how the crash could have been avoided and how an event like this can be avoided in future. From our research and findings regarding the crash it can be deduced that the crash was primarily caused by a fracture in the rail track that occurred when …show more content…
The companies responsible for the accident had knowledge that the rail was damaged for several months prior to the crash, and despite there being a replacement rail beside the track for six months, negligence ensured that it was a mere matter of time before an accident occurred. The train that derailed at Hatfield had been going at 115 mph, a speed far too great for a damaged section of rail line. If a speed restriction had been in place around the Hatfield area the train may not have fractured the rail track and may not have derailed. Even if the train had derailed the lower speed would have lead to far less dire consequences. This could have potentially saved the four lives that were lost and avoided the many injuries that were caused by the …show more content…
To avoid another crash happening due to the conditions seen at Hatfield, regular checks and, if necessary, replacements of rails should take place. This will stop the rails getting into a damaged condition and will vastly reduce the risk of them fracturing under the heavy load of the trains. Also, if speed restrictions are put in areas where there are damaged or unmonitored rails then this will reduce the risk of accidents or derailments meaning a much smaller chance of any injuries or in extreme cases, fatalities. Doing so will keep trains at a low speed so they do not crash and will help to avoid another incident like Hatfield
There are numerous facts about this case that will be legally significant. The facts about the accident would include:
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1 Keating, O. (2004). Are High Speed Trains are the best form of transport for Consumers and Society? Retrieved April 16, 2005, from http://www.o-keating.com/hsr/best.htm
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Question at Issue - How are the engineer and railroad negligent? What could have been done by the engineer and railroad company to prevent the accident? Would more training have invoked a different preventative response from the engineer? Are the current railroad safety regulations sufficient? Are there any warnings on the road before it curves towards the track? If you didn’t know the area would you clearly be able to spot a train? What if a car was stalled on the tracks? Would a train
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In the story the signalman is shown as being powerless to stop the horrible accidents involving the train just like humans are powerless to prevent train crashes from happening.
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