Railway Station Requirements
Vandalism is a significant problem for the rail industry both inside the station itself and trackside. Not only does this vandalism run the risk of causing train delays, injuries, derailments and sometimes even fatal injuries, but there is also a direct cost to repair and replace whatever has been vandalised. Here are some of the most important security requirements for railway stations:
- Protection of the station itself.
- Protection of the station’s assets, including bike racks, car parks, etc.
- Securing access into staff-only areas of the station.
- Fare evasion, vandalism, anti-social behaviour, attempted suicide and more must be alleviated.
- Safe separation of pedestrian & vehicular traffic
- The car park must be secured and access must be controlled
- Bike storage must be secured and access must be controlled
- Power, HVAC systems and fuel storage must be controlled.
- Depots, & signalling equipment must be secured and access should be controlled.
- Staff only buildings and out-buildings must be secured and access must be controlled.
- Pedestrian crossings must be secured and access must be controlled.
- Noise pollution must be mitigated.
Railway Trackside Requirements
Security fencing plays a vital role in securing things trackside. It not only prevents trespassers, but it can also deter vandalism. Here are some of the most important security requirements for railway trackside:
- Pedestrian crossings must be secured and access must be controlled.
- Theft, vandalism and accidents that result in the disruption of service must be secured against.
- Unauthorised access trackside by people and large animals must be secured against.
- Depots, & signalling equipment must be secured and access should be controlled.
- Communications, power & fuel supplies must be secured and access should be controlled.
- Noise pollution must be mitigated.