The changes have been fast-tracked after a cameraman was injured by a loose wheel at the German Grand Prix. Photo: Getty Images
The FIA has increased safety following the German Grand Prix by only letting team personnel and event marshals into the pit lane.
The steps have been taken after an FOM cameraman was injured after being struck by a loose wheel which had detached from Mark Webber’s car in the pit lane at the Nurburgring.
The FIA is only allowing approved media access to the pit wall from now on.
In addition, the FIA is fast-tracking changes already approved for 2014, with the World Motor Sport Council (WMSC) being asked to approve two changes to the Sporting Regulations for immediate implementation.
The first change will require all team personnel working on a car during a pit stop to wear head protection.
The second change is a reduction of the pit lane speed limit during races from 100 km/h to 80 km/h. – ESPN
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