Safety issue

Safety issue description

The physical testing and commissioning regime for the VCA type 37 turnout did not require the use of standard gauge trains with 127 mm rimmed wheels.

Issue number RO-2014-013-SI-05
Issue owner V/Line
Transport function Rail: Infrastructure
Issue status Closed – Adequately addressed
Date issue released 14/05/2015
Issue status justification

The ATSB is satisfied that the actions proposed by V/Line will adequately address this safety issue.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number RO-2014-013-NSA-015
Organisation V/Line
Action date 14/05/2015
Action description

V/Line’s Safety Management System will be updated to ensure that all projects, irrespective of whether they are delivered by internal or third parties, comply with V/Line Testing and Commissioning requirements and procedures as documented in NIPR-2690 "Infrastructure Commissioning". NIPR-2690 "Infrastructure Commissioning" will be updated to provide further specific requirements for operational testing.

ATSB response

The ATSB is satisfied that the actions proposed by V/Line will, when implemented, adequately address this safety issue.

Action status Closed