Things like safety never take a holiday
30 April 2015 - 10:19
Accidents happen but some are forseeable and sensible steps should be taken to prevent them. How can one train crash into another as happened at Denver station in Johannesburg on Tuesday?One has to wonder about recruitment procedures, maintenance and safety checks. Things like safety never take a holiday.It is better to lose profit than lives.One thing transport services should bear in mind - be the service a taxi, a bus or a train - is that every commuter has family.How would you feel if you saw a close relative fighting for their life in hospital due to someone's negligence or reckless driving behaviour?Companies must use foresight to avoid potential tragedy. Think twice before you hit the road. ..
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