Staff Our Stations Survey (V/Line Stations)

This survey is the first step in seeking real change to ensure proper shift coverage on existing rosters. We are collecting information on stations closures and understaffing across the V/Line Network. Tell us what’s happening at your station. Your voice matters.

Confidentiality: We will use the de-identified responses from this survey to communicate to V/Line, so don't worry about any personal information getting back to V/Line.

Name(Required)

Surname(Required)

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

What is your current role or classification?(Required)

Other(Required)

What station/s do you regularly work at?(Required)

When & Where

Which station(s) have been closed on your line due to unplanned absences?

NA - Which station(s) have been closed on your line due to unplanned absences?

Not Applicable

Which station(s) have been understaffed due to unplanned absences?

NA - Which station(s) have been understaffed due to unplanned absences?

Not Applicable

What time of day do these issues usually occur?

Other(Required)

Impacts of Understaffing/Station Closures

What are the most common issues caused by unfilled shifts or station closures?

Safety concerns (e.g., increased risk of exposure to antisocial behaviour)

Lack of assistance for elderly/disabled passengers

Inability to manage school kids or peak crowds

Delays in customer service or other duties (e.g., ticketing help, cleaning)

Other

Other(Required)

Can you give an example of when understaffing or a station closure caused a serious issue?

Involvement in the Campaign

Would you like to be more involved in this campaign?

Yes

No

What kinds of activities would you like to get involved in?

Talking to other members about this issue

Attending union meetings about this issue

Get involved in discussions with union officials and V/Line management on this issue

Get involved in discussions with union officials and politicians on this issue

Participate in local community actions

Staff Our Stations Survey (V/Line Stations)

Shift Coverage Issues

When & Where

Impacts of Understaffing/Station Closures

Involvement in the Campaign

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