The ATSB subsequently advised the operator and regulator for their intelligence purposes, that the safe working breaches were reportedly occurring at a team, and often, individual level.

The reporter provided feedback to the ATSB regarding their interpretation of the FACT data. The ATSB reviewed the information provided and determined it was not necessary for Airservices to provide further comment around their analysis process.

The ATSB is encouraged to see proactive measures being implemented by an operator as a result of a confidential report. The actions proposed by the operator are very good examples of best practice approach to address concerns raised through REPCON.

At the time of publishing, the operator advised the ATSB of the following: ‘Right of way’ requirements have been reiterated to PSS’s by Standards officers. Face-to-face briefings have been conducted to applicable staff at multiple locations. A General Instruction in relation to the ‘right of way’ procedure, as well as other door controls will be issued via the weekly information pack to train crew in the coming weeks, rather than communicating an information bulletin as initially advised in the REPCON. This decision follows receipt of further information received from the regulator regarding…

The ATSB supplied the Department of infrastructure, Regional development and Cities with the de-identified report and a version of the operator’s response. The Department advised that any safety concerns are a matter for CASA and had no further comment on the REPCON.