by ATHRA Information | Jan 10, 2023 | ATHRA Australia News, Coal
In October 2022, one Australian heritage railway reported that due to coal supply issues, most of their steam hauled trains would be replaced by diesel operations. This is a recurring issue in Europe, where heritage operators are carefully looking at how to source...
by ATHRA Information | Dec 2, 2022 | ATHRA Australia News, Insurance, Safety
In this issue: New members Coal working group Insurance Safety and Accreditation National Transport Commission Rail Health Advisory Group Rail Industry Safety Standards Board State news NSW Queensland South Australia Tasmania Victoria Western Australia New members At...
by ATHRA Information | Dec 2, 2022 | ATHRA Australia News, Coal
Coal Working Group (CWG) The group met in early October and confirmed its terms of reference, and discussed supply issues in Western Australia. On advice it was agreed that the supply coal to WA T&H would be assured until 2030. The CWG identified that a survey of...
by ATHRA Information | Nov 3, 2022 | Safety
Audible Warning Devices on Rollingstock What audible warning is required on an item of motive power? There is a RISSB standard for audible warning devices on rollingstock, members should undertake a risk assessment process noting the location and operational...
by ATHRA Information | Nov 3, 2022 | Safety
Rollingstock Maintenance Who can do maintenance work / Must they be a rail safety worker / Medical Category? Can replacement products be used in lieu of original products? In answering the first question – Who can do maintenance work / Must they be a rail safety...
