Unfortunately, this is now becoming a more frequent event, but it is important to remember.............
BE ALERT, NOT ALARMED
Consider how many thousands of passengers we carry every single day throughout Essex. These journeys should not be underestimated, the impact we have upon others lives is far reaching. Be it
the vulnerable passenger, the business commuter; the Nurse on her way to work; the mum and her small children; the student off to study. On top of this many of our journeys (from each of our depots) involve commuters who are heading into the capital city, who travel twice a day 5 times a week, and once leaving us face a rail journey above and below ground.
This makes me challenge my own behavior, such as that final check of the upper deck. This has a far reaching impact can sometimes go overlooked.
I recently found this poster in South Yorkshire and on reflection, it speaks volumes-
A colleague who carries out this task, using this philosophy, demonstrates that our values can be fulfilled alongside our day to day roles---A simple check of your vehicle or a report concerning anything unusual means that you are:
- Dedicated to Safety
- Committed to customers
- Setting the highest standards
- Supportive of each other.
I recently chatted with a colleague who had concerns about how the police would react to a report of a suspicious person. I explained we are the ears and eyes of the police and part of the community, they would thank the driver for reporting the incident nothing is to small to report.
Lets continue to do what we are good at keeping people moving, keeping communities prospering and doing so in a safe and professional manner.
Tomorrow I am in Clacton and will be available during the morning run out.
And finally, please keep well hydrated whilst this temperature is with us, as it will be 30 degrees all this week. Dehydration can cause lots of health problems.
