Ukrainian Railways to Dismiss Conductor for On-Duty Intoxication.

Official Investigation Launched by Ukrainian Railways

According to Novyny.live: Ukrainian Railways has initiated an official investigation following a passenger complaint about a conductor's inappropriate behavior while intoxicated. The conductor, who was working on train 059K from Kyiv to Chop, will be dismissed, and the train's chief conductor faces a formal reprimand.

According to the report, the passenger filed a complaint, stating the conductor was 'drunk as a skunk.' During the investigation, a breathalyzer test recorded an alcohol level of 0.69 per mille in the conductor's system, confirming she was unfit for duty. Ukrainian Railways strictly prohibits alcohol consumption for passengers on its trains, with fines for public drinking in transport ranging from one to five non-taxable minimum income units. This incident highlights the strict policies in place for passenger safety, which apply even more rigorously to on-duty staff.

Ukrainian Railways' Response

Ukrainian Railways responded swiftly to the situation, promising to take measures to dismiss the conductor. The train's chief conductor faces a severe reprimand for failing to properly oversee the situation onboard.

This incident underscores the critical importance of discipline among Ukrainian Railways employees and adherence to rules that ensure passenger safety and comfort.

Such cases can negatively impact the company's reputation and passenger trust in its services. By reacting decisively to this incident, Ukrainian Railways demonstrates its commitment to improving service and maintaining high safety standards. It is hoped that similar situations will not recur in the future.