Welcome to the Light Rail
Safety and Standards Board

Setting the standards for
light rail safety

Established in 2018, the Light Rail Safety & Standards Board is committed to further improvements to what is already one of the safest forms of public transport.

Drawing on experience and expertise from across the sector, it brings all aspects of light rail safety under one roof while providing a central resource where

colleagues can access the latest guidance and

standards documentation.

Latest News

Virtual reality earns partnership prestigious safety award

A project that’s embracing virtual reality to boost light rail safety has been recognised with a prestigious industry award.

Summit hears how enhanced reporting is driving down tramway risks

A continued focus on the reporting of accidents and ‘near misses’ will be key to future advances in light rail safety, sector leaders have heard this week.

Latest podcast puts incident reporting under the spotlight

The huge benefits delivered by upgrades to a sector-wide accident and incident reporting system have been highlighted in the latest podcast from the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board.

Pioneering light rail safety projects in line for awards

A bold national campaign that’s enhancing pedestrian safety around UK tramways has been shortlisted for a high-profile award.

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Let's Talk Light Rail Podcast

Talking about anything and everything about the

Light Rail Sector.
We will be talking with various members who are in the sector, about topics that include Safety, Innovation, Technology, Careers and Experience

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