Effectively Reduce Errors, KAI Maintains A Cultural Show-Speeding In Railway Operations

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JAKARTA - PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) or KAI consistently continues to maintain the disciplined culture of its personnel through the application of the Tujuk-Sebut method or in Japanese named Yubisashi Kanko.

KAI Vice President Public Relations Anne Purba said the method of pointing was one of the concrete steps in improving the safety of train travel.

The method, originating from Japan, started with a Japanese steam locomotive driver named Yasoichi Hori who suffered eye pain while carrying out his service. To confirm the signal he saw, he mentioned the status of the signal (safe, careful or stop) to the stocker (Assten Machinist)," he said in an official statement, Thursday, October 24.

Anne said that the culture method of Guidelines was introduced in an electric signal environment in the Jabotabek area in 1993 and continues to be maintained and develop into an obligation for KAI Group operational personnel to this day.

KAI is not only focused on improving safety through the use of technological advances alone, but also on developing a disciplined and integrated work culture.

Based on research conducted by the Railway Technical Research Institute (RTRI), it shows that the implementation of pointings can significantly reduce operational errors that could endanger safety.

Results of the survey, groups that have not taken any action show the highest percentage of errors. Pointing at or saying reduce errors by 50 to 66 percent. Implementation of pointings can reduce errors by 83 percent,' explained Anne.

Anne added that the method of pointing-Up for Machinists and Assistant Drivers is not only carried out while serving, but the method is carried out starting from the pre-dinas assessment stage, this is intended so that the personnel understand the motto on the crossing that will be held.

Furthermore, Anne said that periodic testing of the method was also carried out with various levels and opportunities.

"With this proactive step, KAI is determined to continue to improve the safety of train travel and passenger comfort. This pointing culture is an inseparable part of the implementation of SOPs to support the safety of train travel," said Anne.

The following is the mechanism for pointing out the words running in KAI:

-Focus and Concentration: Pointing with a finger helps the driver focus his attention on important objects, reducing the possibility of being distracted by other things.

- Error Reduction: Action pointing and mentioning signal status simultaneously creates a pause that can prevent errors due to reflective behavior.

-Strong Memory: The mention of voice strengthens memories of the actions taken, making it easier to remember and re-examine.

-Disadvantage Detection: Voice mention also helps the driver identify and correct errors more effectively.

-Improving Awareness: The combination of hand movements and sounds stimulates physical involvement, increasing vigilance during travel.