Safety issue

Safety issue description

Transfield’s training regime did not ensure that the track workers involved in this occurrence were trained in new or updated work practices relating to road-rail vehicle operations. Similarly, relevant amended procedures, safety bulletins and alerts had not been effectively promulgated to these employees.
Issue number RO-2012-006-SI-03
Issue owner Transfield Services Australia
Transport function Rail: Other
Date issue released 15/09/2014
Issue status justification

The ATSB is satisfied that the action taken by Transfield Services Australia to review and update its training regime has addressed this issue.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number RO-2012-006-NSA-013
Organisation Transfield Services Australia
Action date 15/09/2014
Action description

Transfield continually reviews and updates its training regime including but not limited to taking the following proactive measures.

  • Updated training induction and on-the-job training.
  • The annual Rail Safety Roadshow.
  • Rail Safety Stand Down education and training events.
  • The Leading for Safety Supervisor Training Program and the Leadership Commitment Program.
Action status Closed