Check list for verbal authorisation of train movements
Date issue released
Safety Issue Description

The ARTC does not have a check list available for network controllers to assist in identifying risks associated with the verbal authorisation of train movements for an integrated yard.

Issue number
RO-2010-006-SI-01
Issue Status
No longer relevant
Transport Function
Network Operations
Issue Owner
Australian Rail Track Corporation
Mode of Transport
Rail
Issue Status Justification

ARTC has indicated that will implement signalling changes so that movement under non signal requirements will not be needed.

Safety advisory notice
Action number
RO-2010-006-SAN-002
Organisation
ARTC
Action date
Action Status
Closed
Action description

The ARTC does not have a check list available for network controllers to assist in identifying risks associated with the verbal authorisation of train movements for an integrated yard.

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that the ARTC should consider the implications of this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate.

ATSB Response

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that the ARTC should consider the implications of this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate