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garth_meringue t1_iwwv65s wrote

Reply to comment by Nexis4Jersey in Just now at Harsimus Cove. by Attica-Attica

Do you have special insight into the topic? The train drivers are all of the finest caliber and human error is impossible?

I've seen the trains go against green lights at different intersections as well as pedestrian signals at harborside many times. I trust the signals more than I do the drivers around here whether they're in a car or train.

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bodhipooh t1_iwwy35s wrote

Regardless of whether or not the train failed to follow a signal, they ALWAYS have the right of way when approaching a crossing.

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omgno360noscope t1_iwx5rcc wrote

Yeah this is common sense. Can't think of any driver who thinks they can take that chance....then again this is jersey. Some of the world's dumbest drivers

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Nexis4Jersey t1_iwxf3nl wrote

If the signal is stop for trains then they cannot run it..or the trains brakes activate...

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HudsonRiverMonster t1_iwytf7g wrote

You know nothing about what it takes to be an operator on a railroad. Operating a train isn’t like driving a car. They get extensive training, have stringent regulations, and are directly overseen by the federal govt.

I’ll believe it’s a signal problem or that the driver was being a fucking moron, because that’s what happens almost every time a car collides with the Light Rail.

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garth_meringue t1_iwzdq4n wrote

Of course most car drivers are morons around here. I've just seen inconsistent behavior with these trains crossing lights and signals many times.

I'm sure the signal system is subject to regulations and oversight as well. It seems weird people are so quick to blame only the signals. I'm more inclined to believe in human error than signal error. Do you have special knowledge on the subject?

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HudsonRiverMonster t1_iwzuky7 wrote

Yes, I’ve worked in the rail industry. It takes a lot of time and distance to stop the inertia of something as massive as a train. A signal error, or the driver being distracted/stupid/both, are much more likely than the operator not stopping if they had the chance.

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