WARNING
If the Rail Traffic Crew suspect that a Rail Traffic defect may have
caused damage to Infrastructure the Rail Traffic Crew must tell the Train
Controller.
If the inspection confirms that there is a defect, the Rail Traffic must tell the Train
Controller:
the nature of the defect; and
if the defect can be remedied on site.
If the Rail Traffic Crew considers that the defective Rail Traffic cannot Travel normally,
the Rail Traffic Crew or Operator’s Representative must determine:
the ability of the Rail Traffic to Travel;
any restrictions to be placed on the Rail Traffic for Travel; or
the proposed plan for removing the Rail Traffic from Running Lines.
If the defective Rail Traffic is able to Travel, the Rail Traffic Crew must tell the Train
Controller about operating restrictions that apply.
If the Rail Traffic is to be detached, the Rail Traffic Crew must:
advise the Train Controller of the details of the Rail Traffic including any Dangerous
Goods and the Rail Traffic’s defect;
jointly agree with the Train Controller, as to the Location where the Rail Traffic is to
be detached and;
secure the Rail Traffic at the agreed Location.
Any equipment that has detached from Rail Traffic must be moved to a Location where
it cannot be struck by other Rail Traffic.
The Train Controller must be advised of any detached equipment, and if the detached
equipment cannot be moved clear of the line.