Route knowledge information to train drivers
Date issue released
Safety Issue Description

The train operator’s Route Knowledge Package did not include track layout diagrams, or specific information warning of the existence of dual-gauge turnouts where track terminated in one direction.

Issue number
RO-2013-009-SI-04
Transport Function
Network Operations
Issue Owner
Pacific National
Mode of Transport
Rail
Issue Status Justification
The ATSB is satisfied that the additional action taken by Pacific national has addressed the safety issue.
Recommendation
Action number
RO-2013-009-SR-066
Organisation
Pacific National
Action date
Action Status
Closed
Action description

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau recommends that Pacific National undertake further work to address this safety issue.

ATSB Response
PN have advised that they will amend the Route Knowledge Package to correct the reference to 'verbal caution order' and the description of signal DYN114.