SUMMARY & THESIS - DRAFTS [Trains on the North-South and East West Lines Safe for Service]

In the following article, “Trains on the North-South and East West Lines Safe for Service”, Land Transport Authority (2016) addresses the problems that it faced in regards to the North-South and East-West lines trains. It also states the actions taken to resolve the problems and how trains were subjected to tests to ensure their safeness and reliability. The webpage mentioned that complications were found on trains whereby the battery housing flew open due to pressure. Not only that, cracks were also found on the draughtscreen of 5 trains which were due to errors during the installation process. However, operation of train services was not affected as these problems were rectified immediately. LTA states that hairline cracks were also found on the car-body shell which was caused during production period. As it is impossible to repair the cracks, affected trains that were under warranty were sent back for replacement of parts at no costs. With a view to complete the rectification programme, LTA expressed that they will send two trains at a time for servicing. Nevertheless, this is dependent on the arrival of new trains along with the current ones which are undergoing resignalling. Referring to the above content, I agree that they should get the rectification work done quickly to ensure smoother service operations. However, I am doubtful if the focus on the tight schedule might decrease the level of safety standards which might lead to problems again in the future.

Trains on the North-South and East West Lines Safe for Service. (2016). Retrieved September 20, 2016, from https://www.lta.gov.sg/apps/news/page.aspx?c=2&id=0f8b1220-0289-4bef-99c9-b2455f17a66c#_ftn1