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National Rules Framework

RISSB has completed the first step in the National Rules Project
Conferences
RISSB's Rail Safety Conference 2020

This event has been postponed to 27-28 October 2020.
Events
International Railway Safety Council Conference 2019 - Conference Papers, Presentations and Videos

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Hazard Register

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RISSB has developed a detailed alphabetical list of commonly used railway industry terms.

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Training and Events

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RISSB's Rail Safety Conference - POSTPONED

In 2020, the RISSB Rail Safety Conference will explore the theme, ‘How Safe is Safe Enough?’

27 - 28 October 2020

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Training

Fundamentals of Risk Management - VIC

Develop the skills and understanding to identify, analyse, document, measure and manage risks within the rail industry.

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Latest RISSB News and Updates

17 Mar 2020 Announcements

RISSB COVID-19 Business Update

RISSB has been closely monitoring the spread of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and takes the development of this situation seriously. …

02 Mar 2020 Development Groups

Call for Development Group Members - AS 7481 Train braking rates

The Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB) is seeking nominations from people to join a Development Group to create…

21 Feb 2020 Development Groups

Call for Development Group Members - Condition monitoring of rolling stock equipment Guideline

The Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB) is seeking nominations from people to join a Development Group for a…

29 Jan 2020 Public Consultations

Call for Public Consultation - AS 7724 Unauthorized movement protection - Operational requirements

AS 7724 Unauthorized movement protection – Operational requirements is now available for an 8-week public consultation. To access the draft,…

28 Jan 2020 Public Consultations

Call for Public Consultation - AS 7703 Railway signalling - Power supplies

AS 7703 Railway signalling – Power supplies is now available for an 8-week public consultation. To access the draft, please…

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No 55, March 2020

National Rules - The Next Steps

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AS 7658 Level Crossings

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