Passenger accidents Trams coming to a sudden stop may cause injuries to passengers on board. Passengers may also slip, trip or fall on the tram or the tram platform. Blind passengers may particularly be at risk of falling off a tram or getting injured by closing doors.

When using a tram in 2026, the primary hazards involve pedestrian distractions and the unique physical characteristics of the tracks. Because modern trams are often silent, pedestrians wearing headphones or looking at phones frequently walk in front of them without hearing them approach—a phenomenon known as "silent threat." For passengers, the most common hazard is tripping or getting wheels caught in the "flangeway" (the groove in the track), which is a major risk for cyclists and those using wheelchairs or strollers. Boarding and alighting also present risks if the stop is located in the middle of a busy road; passengers must watch for cars that may not stop for the tram's doors. Inside the vehicle, the sudden "emergency braking" of a tram—which can stop much faster than a car—is a hazard for standing passengers who are not holding onto rails. In wet weather, the metal tracks become exceptionally slippery, creating a slip hazard for anyone crossing the street, making it vital to always use designated crossing points and remain alert.