The rail industry is united in wanting to keep our network one of the safest in the world. The safety of customers and staff is a top priority, and countless people work tirelessly to ensure everyone returns home safe and sound at the end of each day.
The Safety Person or Team Award celebrates those who go the extra mile to improve the safety record of their business, promote a safe working culture, and ensure that antisocial behaviour is swiftly tackled. Everyone nominated for this award plays a critical role in the safe running of the network.
This year, the Safety, Security and Enforcement Officers at ResponSec Ltd were honoured for their work on ensuring the safety of staff on the London Overground.
In response to rising staff assaults and anti-social behaviour, Arriva Rail London (ARL) increased high-visibility security on the Overground network.
In May 2024, ResponSec deployed two teams of safety, security & enforcement officers for a 16-week trial to boost staff confidence, reduce assaults, and support revenue operations. The team patrolled 1,763 trains and handled 280 anti-social behaviour incidents.
As a result, over 80% of ARL reported feeling safer, and 77% noticed a decrease in workplace violence. ARL plans to extend the initiative based on its initial success.
“To say we’re proud is an understatement,” said Vladislav Mandev, operations manager at ResponSec Ltd. “A massive thank you to our incredible team for all the hard work and tireless efforts that have been put in this project!”
ResponSec Managing Director Daniel Blackwood was equally ecstatic. “When our name was called it took a few seconds to sink in and head to the stage. I am so proud of the teams that work on this project and the work they do to make passengers and staff feel safe. Well done to all the finalists in every category and well done to all the winners.”
Highly commended
Eddie Bell and Mike Sharp, Siemens Mobility
Samantha Boucher, Freightliner
Back next year
We have exciting sponsorship opportunities available for the 2025 awards.
If you’re interested in discussing this further or would like to put forward nominations from your team for future awards, please feel free to contact us by email at [email protected] or call us on 01530 816 440.
You can also find out more and view the upcoming pictures and videos from the evening by visiting our website www.RailStaffAwards.com.
