Safety issue

Safety issue description

On the southern approach to the level crossing, the Stop Sign Ahead (W3-1) warning sign was not located in accordance with the requirements of AS 1742.7-2007 standard.

Issue number RO-2013-024-SI-01
Issue owner Surf Coast Shire Council
Transport function Rail: Other
Date issue released 11/02/2014
Issue status justification

Positioning of the warning sign in accordance with AS 1742.7-2007 should provide adequate warning to motorists of the upcoming level crossing.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number RO-2013-024-NSA-028
Organisation Surf Coast Shire Council
Action date 11/02/2014
Action description

The Surf Coast Shire Council has relocated the warning signage to comply with the requirements of the AS 1742.7-2007 standard.

ATSB response

The ATSB is satisfied that the action has been taken by Surf Coast Shire Council appropriately addresses this safety issue.

Action status Closed