Recommendation Date
Recipient Name
KiwiRail
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On 30 April 2025, the Commission recommended that KiwiRail utilise engineering controls on track worksites to mitigate the risk of human error by track workers carrying out safety-critical tasks.
Reply Text
This recommendation is accepted. KiwiRail is working on a number of projects including the Mobile Radio Warning System (MRWS), and other engineering controls to keep track workers safe; along with opportunities to expand use of the Machine Avoidance System which is currently approved for use.
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