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5: Testing of driver competence and knowledge of the Rules

From Southall Rail Accident Inquiry Report — Professor John Uff, published 24 February 2000.

Recommendation

Testing of driver competence and knowledge of Rules should be extended to cover application of the Rules to practical situations, including all abnormal driving situations permitted by the Rules (para 16.4).

Jurisdiction: UK-wide
Page: 212
Reference: 17.5

Government response

No government response to this recommendation is on the record yet.

Delivery

No statement on delivery from the addressee has been found in the sources searched (last checked 7 March 2026). This is separate from the response above.

Source

Inquiry Southall Inquiry
Report Southall Rail Accident Inquiry Report — Professor John Uff 24 Feb 2000
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Themes and tags

Quality and safety oversight Staff training and development Outdated Operational Guidance
Recommendation made 26.7 years ago