Recommendation: 2015-002

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Ref # 2015-002
Status Closed
Occurrence Vehicle struck by train at Corraun level crossing, XX024, Co. Mayo.
Occurrence Date 12 February 2014
Date Closed 08/11/2023

Basis for Recommendation

Given that there have been six similar occurrences to this accident, where misuse was identified as a contributory factor or underlying cause to the accident. As a result of the continued misuse, the RAIU make the following safety recommendation:

Recommendation

IÉ should carry out a full review of known misused user worked level crossings on public and private roads and either upgrade the level crossing or introduce measures to minimise their misuse.