Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
Loss of adhesion leading to increased stopping distance was not recognised as a risk source for any type of collision in V/Line’s risk registers. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | RO-2020-007-SI-06 |
| Issue owner | V/Line |
| Transport function | Rail: Passenger - regional |
| Issue status | Closed – Adequately addressed |
| Date issue released | 28/10/2022 |
| Issue status justification |
The ATSB is satisfied that the action taken by V/Line has reduced the risk of this safety issue. |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | RO-2020-007-PSA-05 |
| Organisation | V/Line |
| Action description |
V/Line has advised the ATSB of a number of risk assessments undertaken in relation to loss of adhesion leading to increased stopping distance. |
| Action status | Closed |