Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
Aurizon did not ensure train crews had a consistent understanding of how to safely change ends on banking locomotives |
|---|---|
| Issue number | RO-2020-008-SI-02 |
| Issue owner | Aurizon |
| Transport function | Rail: Rolling stock |
| Issue status | Closed – Adequately addressed |
| Date issue released | 26/10/2021 |
| Issue status justification |
Status to be provided by Operator during DIP process |
Safety action
| Action type | Proactive action |
|---|---|
| Action number | RO-2020-008-PSA-02 |
| Organisation | Aurizon |
| Action date | 01/02/2022 |
| Action description |
Aurizon has modified its procedure for changing ends and continues to monitor the correct application of the procedure through regular analysis of locomotive downloads. |
| ATSB response |
Changes to the bank locomotive working Chilcotts Creek to Ardglen procedure added additional procedural controls to ensure control of the locomotives is maintained by train crew. Ongoing monitoring for the correct application of the procedure is required to ensure effectiveness. |
| Action status | Closed |