Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
The urgent and priority category defects detected by the AK Car on 4 February 2011 that were located within a 20 m track section were inadequately assessed and controlled in accordance with the ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | RO-2011-008-SI-01 |
| Issue owner | Australian Rail Track Corporation |
| Transport function | Rail: Infrastructure |
| Date issue released | 21/01/2013 |
| Issue status justification |
The ARTC has provided a response stating: The Australian Rail Track Corporation through its Alliance Partner Transfield Services has undertaken additional training in the ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice. This includes the responses required to be applied for multiple geometric defects. |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | RO-2011-008-NSA-021 |
| Organisation | ARTC |
| Action date | 21/01/2013 |
| Action description |
The ARTC has provided a response stating: The Australian Rail Track Corporation through its Alliance Partner Transfield Services has undertaken additional training in the ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice. This includes the responses required to be applied for multiple geometric defects. |
| ATSB response |
The ATSB has assessed the ARTC's response and understands that actions taken will address the safety issue. |
| Action status | Closed |