Loss of adhesion in risk register
Date issue released
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 Status
Closed – Adequately addressed
Transport Function
Rail: Passenger - regional
Issue Owner
V/Line
Mode of Transport
Rail
Issue Status Justification

The ATSB is satisfied that the action taken by V/Line has reduced the risk of this safety issue.

Proactive action
Action number
RO-2020-007-PSA-05
Organisation
V/Line
Action Status
Closed
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.