"They're the ones starting and stopping the train, watching for signals, keeping an eye on how the train is performing, and making sure it's safe to open and close the doors at each station. A tube driver's main job is to operate the train safely and make sure everything runs on time. That might sound simple, but there's a lot of focus and responsibility involved."
"Trains nowadays use automated signalling. On these, the driver is responsible for determining when to close the doors and leave the station. In addition, he or she has the ability to override the system in the event of an emergency, like a customer falling on the track. In order to notify passengers of delays and their causes, drivers also keep an eye on the equipment on board and utilise the train's public announcement system."
Tube drivers start and stop trains, watch signals, monitor train performance, and ensure doors open and close safely at each station. Drivers determine when to close doors and can override automated signalling in emergencies, such as a customer falling on the track. Drivers also monitor onboard equipment and use the public announcement system to notify passengers of delays and causes. Shifts begin with a health and fitness check called 'booking on,' and drivers collect equipment before taking their first train. Shift patterns vary widely, often including very early starts, late finishes, weekends and holidays.
Read at www.standard.co.uk
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