Railroad Accidents, Their Cause and Prevention by R. C. Richards
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"Railroad Accidents, Their Cause and Prevention" by R. C. Richards is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work analyzes the significant issue of railroad accidents, exploring their causes and potential prevention strategies through statistical evidence and case studies. The book aims to raise awareness about the responsibilities of employees, management, and governing bodies in ensuring the safety of passengers and railroad workers. The opening of the text sets
a serious tone as it highlights the alarming statistics of railroad accidents and their toll on human life, underscoring the necessity for comprehensive understanding and corrective action. Richards emphasizes that a thorough investigation into accidents can lead to improvements in safety practices and a decrease in casualties. By presenting data from various reports and outlining the factors contributing to accidents, such as employee carelessness and insufficient safety regulations, the author advocates for greater diligence and accountability within the railroad industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Richards, R. C. (Ralph Coffin), 1855- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 06032141 |
| Title | Railroad Accidents, Their Cause and Prevention |
| Credits |
Produced by Odessa Paige Turner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Railroad accidents |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38731 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 296 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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