Inquiries & Recommendations

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draft legislation for consideration by the Minister of Transport that will provide the necessary legislative framework to support the industry and individual operators in their implementation of a comprehensive drug and alcohol policy.

Remind pilots conducting VFR Air Transport flights of the company requirements to carry adequate charts, route guides and other appropriate aids to navigation, and to complete load sheets when required.

When approving an aircraft operating company, encourage that company to have in place a system to ensure that its employees confirm they have read and understood the Operations Manual.

The Commission recommended that Oceanic Fishing Limited enhance its training system to upskill deckhands in watchkeeping practices that meet the minimum requirements of Maritime Rule Part 31 and adequately reduce the risk of accidents and incidents resulting from poor watchkeeping practices and fatigue.

Consider sending Flight Safety teams to civil aerodromes from which you intend to operate.

Develop and submit to the Airworthiness Branch, Air Transport Division, a modification to inhibit the starter switch unless the clutch is disengaged during ground starting.

The Commission recommends that the Chief Executive of KiwiRail ensures that train control management has appropriate arrangements in place to: - detect and manage stress and fatigue, including appropriate training and education; - remind train controllers about the importance of eating properly and regularly during their shifts; and - provide train controllers with proper and regular rest breaks during their shifts.

Critically review the design of the new steering nozzle and associated components on HJ-212 jet units and ensure that it is strong enough for its intended purpose.

The major alteration and modification of fishing vessels without approval, survey and certification. Other classes of vessel may also be a risk from unapproved modifications.

When available, provide all recipients of its synchronous lifeboat release equipment of the type supplied to the Aratere with a modification to prevent incorrect engagement of the equipment.

The procedures associated with the roster for Southport Harbour Pilots be reviewed, documented and if necessary, amended to minimise the risk of fatigue affecting a Pilot's fitness for duty.

Introduce standards for design, inspection and repair of safety critical components which ensure they remain fit for purpose in the intended operating environment.