Safety Advisory Notice RS2008001
Rail safety issues and actions
Safety Advisory Notice
Output No: | RS2008001 |
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Date issued: | 06 March 2008 |
Safety action status: | |
Background: | Why this Safety Advisory Notice was developed |
Output text
Safety Issue
GrainCorp's procedures were not sufficiently clear with respect to the use of the CountryNet system as the primary communication system. Further, it was evident that the organisation's policy with respect to train communications actively encouraged the routine use of secondary communication systems by their train crews.
Safety Advisory Notice
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that all rail vehicle operators in New South Wales should consider the safety implications of this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate.