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SET have upgraded train detections and track timer installations.\u003C/li>\n  \u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cstrong>Competent Drivers: \u003C/strong>\u003C/strong>In order to comply with safety requirements Train Drivers adopt defensive driving techniques.  This includes reducing speed to prevent slipping or over running platforms or signals as well as carrying out frequent running brake tests.  As braking can be affected, braking distances are extended. All Drivers are briefed before the LRA season commences on the risks they'll experience through the provision of handbooks and posters.\u003C/li>\n  \u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>LRA Risk Forecast: \u003C/strong>From late September to early December, a 5 day risk forecast is issued advising all staff if the risk of an LRA event is:\n    \u003Cul>\n      \u003Cli>Low (Green)\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Moderate (Yellow)\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>High (Red) or\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Severe (Black)\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n  \u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>This allows all colleagues to prepare and anticipate LRA occurring.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n  \u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cstrong>LRA Timetable - NEW for 2025: \u003C/strong>\u003C/strong>A LRA Timetable will commence from mid-September and end on 12th December ahead of the new Timetable on 14th December.  Timetable adjustments will add over 2,600 additional runtime minutes per week in the greater Dublin area.  Where possible morning peak times are advanced by 1 to 3 mins and evening peaks have additional runtime.\u003C/li>\n  \u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Best Practice: \u003C/strong>LRA affects many countries with a temperate climate and IÉ are a member of a group consisting of UK Train Operating Companies, which meet on a regular basis to tackle the problem.\u003C/li>\n  \u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Customer Impact: \u003C/strong>Customer queries can be directed to this page, as it highlights the issues and actions to limit LRA impact. 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