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1
Jan
1999
Technical Reports
Railroad Safety and Public Policy
Subject
Safety Regulatory Analysis
Keywords: Safety, Trespassing, Grade Crossing Collisions, Occupational Injuries, Operational Accidents
Abstract: This paper discusses the safety challenges faced by railroads in the United States. It discusses and evaluates public policy dealing with trespassing, grade crossing collisions,...
1
Aug
1997
Other Reports
Trespasser Bulletin No. 5: Calendar Year 1996
Subject
Accident Investigations
Keywords: Accident Reports, Incident Reports, Casualties
Abstract: [From the Introduction] Trespassers represent the second largest category of deaths associated with the operation of railroads and are only slightly surpassed by deaths that occur...
Office
RRS
1
Aug
1997
Other Reports
Accident/Incident Bulletin No. 165: Calendar Year 1996
Subject
Accident Investigations
Abstract: Railroads must file monthly accident/incident reports with the Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Office of Safety. Bulletin 16.5 is a summary of accident/incident data...
Office
RRS
1
Nov
1996
Other Reports
A Comprehensive Study of Problems in the Old Metairie Railroad Corridor in Jefferson and Orleans Parishes in Louisiana- Volume II-Appendices
Subject
Safety Advisories,
Safety Regulatory Analysis,
Safety Performance Measures
Keywords: Metairie Railroad corridor, Parishes, Louisiana
Abstract: New Orleans is a major railroad gateway interchange point, and many transportation planning decisions are being made affecting the region. The study examines a number of...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/RDV-97/01B
Office
RRD
1
Oct
1996
Reports to Congress
Enhancing Rail Safety Now and Into the 21st Century: The Federal Railroad Administration's Safety Program and Initiatives
Subject
Safety Advisories,
Safety Regulatory Analysis,
Safety Performance Measures
Keywords: Safety, Safety programs, Safety initiatives, Rail Safety
Abstract: The report assesses the new safety program, known as the Safety Assurance and Compliance Program (SACP). This program complements correction of safety issues on a site-by-site...