One expert has recommended speed limits for the new light rail be lowered to 40km/h to make it safer for pedestrians.
Initial investigations suggest the injured man stepped in front of the light rail vehicle against a red signal while wearing headphones.
Cabinet is yet to make a formal decision on dropping the Barton dogleg,but the Transport Minister says the government now sees a direct route as more likely.
The position makes it increasingly likely the ACT will take the path of least resistance and drop their proposed route through the Parliamentary Triangle.
Despite the vehicles being made by the same manufacturer,the problems that plagued Newcastle's trams won't be an issue in the capital.
But ACT Fire and Rescue's chief officer says the plan is consistent with other jurisdictions and does not create additional risk to the public.
New rules giving light rails vehicles priority at intersections came into effect on Friday.
Several major intersections in northern Canberra will be closed at night this week as part of light rail testing.
Canberra Metro says the workers weren't injured,but it undertook"a rigorous investigation"and made improvements to work practices.
The ACT may not meet its 2020 target if transport emissions continue to rise at present rates.
Businesses in the Gungahlin town centre are still waiting for customers to return after a perfect storm of construction saw people flock to new shopping precincts.