Location of level crossing warning signage
Date issue released
Safety Issue Description

On the southern approach to the level crossing, the Stop Sign Ahead (W3-1) warning sign was not located in accordance with the requirements of AS 1742.7-2007 standard.

Issue number
RO-2013-024-SI-01
Transport Function
Rail: Other
Issue Owner
Surf Coast Shire Council
Mode of Transport
Rail
Issue Status Justification

Positioning of the warning sign in accordance with AS 1742.7-2007 should provide adequate warning to motorists of the upcoming level crossing.

Proactive action
Action number
RO-2013-024-NSA-028
Organisation
Surf Coast Shire Council
Action date
Action Status
Closed
Action description

The Surf Coast Shire Council has relocated the warning signage to comply with the requirements of the AS 1742.7-2007 standard.

ATSB Response

The ATSB is satisfied that the action has been taken by Surf Coast Shire Council appropriately addresses this safety issue.