COVID-19: Recommendations for urgent measures in inland waterways transport The socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on inland waterways transport (IWT) is vast and continues to grow. ETF issued recommendations, calling on the European Commission, competent national authorities, local bodies and authorities, and employers to take action. News 14 Apr 2020
COVID-19: “Women railway workers are torn between the importance of our job and our fear of spreading the virus to our families”, says Italian train guard An Italian train guard (onboard personnel) sheds light on the situation of railway workers in Italy. Worker's Story 10 Apr 2020
COVID-19: Transport workers have a right to protective equipment! ETF prepared an overview of EU legislation that protects workers’ right to protective equipment in the workplace. News 10 Apr 2020
Rail Social Partners launch 6th annual report on Women in Rail The rail social partners ETF and CER have released the 6th annual report mapping the situation of women’s employment in the railway sector. Publication 9 Apr 2020
Driver Fatigue The driver’s profession is today more stressful and dangerous than it once was. Fatigue makes it harder for drivers to maintain vigilance, alertness and decision-making capacity in passengers safely to destination. ETF launches Safer Roads project, to raise awareness about driver fatigue and to improve safety on EU roads. Projects 9 Apr 2020