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19 Dec 2019

Proposed Rule

NPRM: Miscellaneous Amendments to Brake System Safety Standards and Codification of Waivers

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Braking Systems

Abstract:

FRA is proposing to revise its regulations governing brake inspections, tests, and equipment. The proposed changes include the incorporation of...

3 Jun 2016

Accident Investigations

(Pending)

Subject Accident Investigations, Braking Systems, Hazardous Materials

Keywords: Accident Investigations, Braking Systems, Hazardous Materials, Crude-by-rail

Abstract: At 12:15 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time on Friday, June 3, 2016, a Union Pacific train, ONETU 02, transporting Bakken crude oil for U.S. Oil & Refining Company and operating on...

Accident Date
Accident Type
Derailment (DRM)
Railroad Name
Union Pacific
Location

Mosier, OR
United States

Investigation Status
Pending

30 Dec 2013

Technical Reports

Using Wheel Temperature Detector Technology to Monitor Railcar Brake System Effectiveness

Author
Jim Robeda, Devin Sammon, and Benjamin Madrill

Subject Braking Systems, Facilities & Test Equipment

Keywords: Wheel temperature detector, ineffective brake, air cut out, bad order, cold wheel

Abstract: In support of the FRA Energy, Environment, and Engine (E3) program, this study reviews and evaluates technology development opportunities, equipment upgrades, and best practices (...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/50
Office
RRD

24 Jan 2013

Policy and Guidance

Territorial Qualification Requirements for Designated Conductors

Author
RRS

Subject Conductor Certification

Keywords: Territorial; Conductors; 49 CFR Part 242

1 Aug 2007

Technical Reports

Evaluation and Service Testing of Prototype Empty/Load Brake Device to Reduce Wheel Spalling Due to Slide

Author
Scott Cummings, Larry Vaughn

Subject Braking Systems

Keywords: Spall, Wheel Slide, Empty/Load Device, Brake Ratio

Abstract: The Transportation Technology Center, Inc. and New York Air Brake evaluated a prototype three-step graduated empty and load (E/L) brake device to reduce wheel spalling due to...

Report Number
DTRF53-C-00012
Office
RRD