Safety issue

Safety issue description

The positioning of the rail lubricators at this and several other locations on the network was not consistent with Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) guidelines and probably reduced their effectiveness.

Issue number RO-2016-002-SI-03
Issue owner Metro Trains Melbourne
Transport function Rail: Passenger - metropolitan
Issue status Closed – Adequately addressed
Date issue released 16/05/2018
Issue status justification

The safety action taken by MTM should address the safety issue.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number RO-2016-002-NSA-005
Organisation Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM)
Action date 16/05/2018
Action description

Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) has implemented a network-wide lubrication strategy resulting in the widespread introduction of new electronic lubricators and the interim refurbishment and relocation of existing mechanical lubricators until such time as electronic lubricators are installed across the entire network. The new MTM Wheel/Rail Interface Committee has been tasked with overseeing the performance of the new lubrication system.

Action status Closed