After an e-bike fire at Rayners Lane station, the ASLEF union warned Transport for London (TfL) about the severe risks associated with allowing e-bikes on the Tube. They argued that if the incident had occurred on a train, it could have led to fatalities. Despite e-scooters being banned on the Tube since 2021, e-bikes remain permitted, prompting accusations of hypocrisy. ASLEF plans to issue safety advice to its members and may consider industrial action to address these safety concerns, highlighting ongoing risks to passengers and staff.
Finn Brennan, ASLEF's organiser on the Underground, stated that an explosion on a train could have resulted in serious casualties or deaths, emphasizing the severe risks associated with e-bikes.
ASLEF's health and safety representatives have long raised concerns about the dangers posed by e-bikes, condemning TfL's inaction amidst evident risks to staff and passengers.
The union criticized TfL for allowing e-bikes while banning other battery-operated vehicles, calling it hypocritical and a serious risk to safety, echoing longstanding concerns.
Following the incident, ASLEF announced it will advise members about their rights to withdraw from unsafe situations and consider balloting for industrial action.
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