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Virtual reality deployed to tackle tram staff assaults

Innovative virtual reality (VR) technology is having a huge impact on tackling verbal and physical assaults on tramway employees in Greater Manchester after being deployed in local schools.

LRSSB leaders explain steps towards greater independence

Plans for the future governance of the organisation responsible for all aspects of light rail safety have been set out in a new podcast released this week.

Future of light rail training showcased in LRSSB podcast

A revolution in light rail skills training and development has been put in the spotlight by the organisation responsible for sector safety.

Honours List OBE for LRSSB board member

A leading figure in the light rail industry, and a non-executive director at the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board, has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List for services to public transport and the local community.

Partnership engages with tram workers to drive health and safety reporting

A project aimed at addressing possible under-reporting of health and safety concerns and hazardous events has reached a major milestone with the completion of research focus groups with frontline staff across four UK light rail networks.

Safety risk profiles driving tram simulator upgrades

Simulators used by UK tramways for driver training have seen major upgrades based on risk models developed by the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board.