Tyler Byrne, a 30-year-old track worker, was fatally struck by a train in Surbiton while conducting inspections. The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) investigated the incident, determining that Network Rail failed to provide adequate protections and warning systems, thus endangering workers on-site. As a result, Network Rail was fined £3.41 million and ordered to pay further costs. Despite some past improvements to worker safety, the ORR criticized the lack of urgency in implementing necessary safety measures. The industry has seen some improvements in track worker safety in recent years, although the risks remain significant.
Network Rail, having been found guilty of a health and safety offense, received a multi-million-pound fine after the tragic death of track worker Tyler Byrne.
The investigation revealed Network Rail lacked adequate warning systems and protections which put track workers, including Tyler Byrne, at high risk of fatal accidents.
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