Adif controllers warned Transport in May of a security risk due to staff "fatigue" at control centers

The recent train accident in Urda has been attributed to human error by Transport Minister Óscar Puente, who emphasized the role of a control center worker. A letter from the railway workers' union warned of fatigue risks just five months prior. The union criticized Adif for not addressing safety concerns regarding work hours and breaks, leading to increased workloads. The liberalization of rail services has exacerbated these issues, with operators managing multiple trains simultaneously. The union calls for better working conditions and highlights the lack of experienced personnel due to insufficient recruitment since 2009.