Inquiries & Recommendations

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On 24 April 2024 the Commission recommended that KiwiRail review its adverse weather response system and processes to ensure they are effective in maintaining a safe rail network.

On 27 March 2024 the Commission recommended that KiwiRail review and improve the training given to track workers, to include identification of the risks associated with: 1. operating a HRV unsupervised when travelling to worksites 2. a HRV cab being a safety-critical area, to enable them to operate a HRV safely

On 27 March 2024 the Commission recommended that KiwiRail provide Gangers with the necessary resources to enable them to supervise and train track workers safely and effectively while also completing work tasks

On 22 February 2024, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail ensure its Permit to Enter system enables safety-critical work at level crossings to occur in a timely manner and supports the maintenance of level crossings by road controlling authorities.

On 22 February 2024, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail risk assess any regular propelling movements, including assessment of the locomotive cab ergonomic environment, to ensure the risks to both road and rail users are managed.

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that the Director of Civil Aviation at the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand review the suitability of hook and loop retaining straps as a means of securing emergency locator transmitters to airframes.

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail install smoke and fire detection systems in all auxiliary generator wagons in service to alert train crew and passengers to a fire at the earliest opportunity.

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that Waka Kotahi reviews the operation of long-hood leading locomotives by all rail participants to ensure sufficient risk controls are in place

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail reviews its second person training approach to ensure: • the document management of the training material is robust • the training material is fit for purpose and consistent with the training provided to other safety-critical roles • supervision during on-the-job training is adequate.

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail integrates fully with the technology on the Auckland Metro network, to ensure the safe operation of rail within a complex system.

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail provides first aid training and evacuation training to all rail personnel that work in rail vehicles.

On 25 October 2023, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail undertakes a review of its non-technical skills training to ensure it provides adequate training on how to work together to manage threats.