SRT Drug Tests Drivers: 2 Positive, Dismissed

MGR Online•General•1h ago

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The State Railway of Thailand has intensified safety measures by conducting random drug tests on train personnel, resulting in the dismissal of two drivers found to have used illicit substances.

•The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) conducted random drug tests on its drivers.
•Two drivers tested positive for illicit substances following the tests.
•The SRT immediately removed the affected drivers from duty and will send them for rehabilitation.
•This action is part of SRT's broader initiative to become a drug-free organization.

Overview

•On May 20, 2026, the State Railway of Thailand conducted drug tests on 141 employees involved in train operations.
•The State Railway of Thailand identified 2 employees who tested positive for illicit substances on May 20, 2026.
•The State Railway of Thailand immediately removed the 2 positive employees from their safety-related duties on May 20, 2026.
•The 2 identified employees will undergo medical confirmation tests and disciplinary proceedings, and enter a rehabilitation program.
•The State Railway of Thailand will continue proactive drug testing for all employees involved in train operations nationwide.
•The State Railway of Thailand aims to elevate guidelines for a 'drug-free organization' within safety-critical departments.
•The enhanced safety measures were implemented following an accident near the Asoke-Din Daeng intersection.
•The SRT is committed to preventing and resolving the issue of drugs within the organization, continuing its safety measures.

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Key Quotes

Anan Phonimdaeng

"The incident has prompted the SRT to review safety measures in many areas, especially drug prevention and resolution within the organization, to be implemented seriously and continuously alongside personnel care for treatment and rehabilitation."

เหตุการณ์ที่เกิดขึ้นทำให้การรถไฟฯ ต้องกลับมาทบทวนมาตรการด้านความปลอดภัยในหลายส่วน โดยเฉพาะการป้องกันและแก้ไขปัญหายาเสพติดในองค์กร ซึ่งจะดำเนินการอย่างจริงจังและต่อเนื่องควบคู่กับการดูแลบุคลากรให้เข้าสู่กระบวนการรักษาและฟื้นฟูตามขั้นตอนที่เหมาะสม

Key Entities

Organization

State Railway of Thailand(การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย)ℹ️

The national railway operator that conducted random drug tests on its employees.

SRT(รฟท.)ℹ️

Abbreviation for the State Railway of Thailand, which implemented stricter safety protocols.

Place

Asoke-Din Daeng intersection(แยกอโศก-ดินแดง)

The location of a recent accident that prompted the SRT to review safety measures.

Person

Anan Phonimdaeng(นายอนันต์ โพธิ์นิ่มแดง)

Acting Governor of the State Railway of Thailand who stated the organization's commitment to safety.

Timeline

May 19, 2026(19 พฤษภาคม 2026)

The date when the State Railway of Thailand conducted initial drug tests with negative results.

May 20, 2026(20 พฤษภาคม 2026)

The date when the State Railway of Thailand identified 2 employees who tested positive for illicit substances.

Policy

drug-free organization(องค์กรปลอดยาเสพติด)

A initiative by the State Railway of Thailand to eliminate drug use among its employees.