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As an ex-bus driver (some years ago I must admit), there are a couple of points to make. Firstly, in my time it was not unusual, during any one day, to be alternating vehicles between mini-bus, single deck and double deck. When you are dealing with passengers (which a train driver does not do), battling yourself through traffic as well as waiting for passengers to signal their desire to get off (and some leave it very late) it is not impossible to forget just what you are driving. Secondly, if a route has a low bridge, then the depot manager should never detail the wrong type of vehicle. It is even possible for a route to have been altered because of a road accident. A driver will not deviate from a set route without good reason. And, of course, it is possible for drivers to make human mistakes. As for little action being taken, tell that to the driver who is sacked or suspended or the company having to pay damages for rail delays.
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