Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
V/Line’s processes for responding to the report by the driver of train ST21 did not limit or prevent the subsequent movement of train ST24 before checks had been carried out to identify and assess any potential track and/or rolling stock issue(s). |
|---|---|
| Issue number | RO-2014-013-SI-06 |
| 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 | NSA-014 |
| Organisation | V/Line |
| Action date | 14/05/2015 |
| Action description |
Following V/Line receiving any rough ride report over a dual gauge turnout, V/Line will immediately halt all standard gauge services until the rough ride report has been investigated. This includes inspection of both the track and the relevant rolling stock. |
| ATSB response |
The ATSB is satisfied that the actions proposed by V/Line will, when implemented, adequately address this safety issue. |
| Action status | Closed |