Safety issue

Safety issue description

Asset management systems used to identify problematic levels of rail creep did not correct for fixed points between creep monuments.

Issue number RO-2015-029-SI-02
Issue owner V/Line Pty Ltd
Transport function Rail: Infrastructure
Date issue released 12/07/2017
Issue status justification

The proactive action taken should address the safety issue.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number RO-2015-029-NSA-042
Organisation V/Line Pty Ltd
Action date 12/07/2017
Action description

V/Line advised that cumulative creep processes have been amended with specific analysis and response specified in the network standard (that includes correction for fixed points) and reflected in the asset management system. Fixed points in the network have been identified and entered into the asset management system.

Action status Closed