Application of point method in risk evaluation for railway transport

Abstract

The paper is dealing with risk assessment affecting the hazardous substances shipping by rail; there are identified and assessed risks during the work process. The point method is applied to evaluate how serious risks are. In conclusion, there are suggested particular measures to reduce or eliminate the risks. The main priority of the system should consist in providing a safe workplace, or minimizing and eliminating undesirable factors.

Keywords

• transport, accident, emergency, hazardous substance, railway, risks assessment