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18 Apr 2024
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Immediate assistance & support
Free and confidential assistance is provided by a range of organisations. Contact details for some of them are available here. If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
ViewSupport for witnesses of traumatic incidents
Unfortunately, members of the public sometimes witness an accident that occurs on the rail network. This article provides links to organisations that offer free support and advice.
ViewBest practice for level crossing risk assessment – international report
This guide details the 7 principles for risk assessing level crossings as identified by the UIC's Global Level Crossing Network.
ViewRail safety regulation
The Rail Safety National Law sets out rail safety requirements for all States and Territories in Australia. This law is administered by the Office of the Rail Safety Regulator.
ViewFreight train visibility
This article provides information on the 2023 Monash Institute of Railway Technology assessment of trials to improve train conspicuity at passive level crossings and the 2022 ACRI review which identifies 30 controls for further consideration and trialing.
ViewVoluntary & confidential reporting of a safety concern
A national voluntary and confidential reporting scheme (REPCON) is available for anyone with concerns about rail, aviation or maritime safety.
ViewInvestigation of rail safety incidents
The Office of the Rail Safety Regulator, Australian Transport Safety Bureau and in NSW, the Office of Transport Safety Investigations all have a role in investigating rail safety incidents.
ViewRail knowledge bank
The Rail Knowledge Bank is an online library for the rail industry. It provides link to research papers and conference proceedings across a range of rail industry issues.
ViewLight rail safety campaigns
Light rail safety campaigns help change the behaviours of vehicle drivers, pedestrians, bike riders and passengers.
ViewLevel crossing safety campaigns
Public awareness campaigns about how to stay safe near level crossings can help reduce incidents, injuries & deaths.
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