Rail, Air and Water Transport
Managing risks to workers in the rail, air and water transport sectors can be challenging because of the diverse nature of jobs and risk faced, and because many work alone, away from their base, and have to contend with driving and piloting dangers in addition to many other risks that are difficult for them to control. But risk management measures can be successful if they take account of how the sectors operate in practice, as well as the characteristics of workers themselves and the way they work and if workers are actively involved in the process.
In the transport sector, as with any other, it is important to pay attention to working conditions in order to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce. There are many business benefits in managing work-related safety, no matter the size of the business. For example:
• fewer days lost due to injury
• less damage to vehicles, equipment and goods
• more motivated staff and a better service
• less need for investigation and follow up