Fire prevention and preparedness for rail reserves
This page has been established by the Public Transport Division as a central point for information on fire prevention and preparation works for railway reserves throughout Victoria. Fire prevention and preparedness forms one of the more significant components of emergency/incident transport security policy and planning issues within the Victorian public transport industry.
Information on this page
Introduction
An increasingly important component of public transport emergency management responsibilities includes railway reserve fire prevention and preparedness and ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are informed about the works and measures needed to prevent fires on railway reserves, particularly during Victoria's annual bush fire season.
The information on this page is particularly relevant to the rail industry, emergency service agencies, country fire authority staff, municipal fire prevention officers and municipal emergency management officers.
Public Transport Industry Emergency Response Plan - Guide
See the
Public Transport Industry Emergency Response Plan - Guide webpage.
Fire prevention policies and procedures
For more information see the
Fire prevention policies and procedures webpage.
Privatised rail networks in Victoria
Key:
DSE = Department of Sustainability and Environment
ARTC = Australian Rail Track Corporation
Further information