In 2014, railroad engineers aren't allowed to carry cell phones - for same reason drivers shouldn't use them while driving. The California commuter train collision with a freight train was the direct result of the train's engineer texting instead of paying attention to the signals that told to stop ahead.
In 2014, railroad engineers aren't allowed to carry cell phones - for same reason drivers shouldn't use them while driving. The California commuter train collision with a freight train was the direct result of the train's engineer texting instead of paying attention to the signals that told to stop ahead.
That could be easily solved by keeping a cell phone in a sealed box. If the seal is broken after your shift you either have good explanation or get fired.
There is no excuse to be without emergency communication today.