Microsleep Causes Train Crash, Fatigue Management Criticized
Update: 2025-12-17
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Train Crash at London Bridge: Fatigue, Systemic Issues, and Safety RecommendationsA recent train crash at London Bridge station was caused by a drivers microsleep due to fatigue, exacerbated by insufficient sleep and a demanding work schedule. The trains safety systems failed to activate as the train was moving too slowly. The investigation also revealed inadequate fatigue risk management practices at Govia Thameslink Railway, leading to recommendations for improved internal procedures and alignment with industry standards to prevent future incidents.
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