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Technical Reports
Defining Characteristics of Intentional Fatalities on Railway Rights-of-Way in the United States, 2007–2010
Keywords: Trespassers, Suicide, Safety, Human Factors, Security
Abstract: This report presents aggregate findings from 55 psychological autopsies of decedents who were identified as an intentional death (i.e., a suicide) on railroad rights-of-way...
Other Reports
Research and Development Strategic Plan
Keywords: strategic plan; research and development
Technical Reports
Cab Technology Integration Laboratory Demonstration with Moving Map Technology
Keywords: CTILWEB, Cab Technology Integration Laboratory (CTIL), pilot experiment, moving map display, operator performance, safety, technology
Abstract: A human performance study was conducted at the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (Volpe Center) using a locomotive research simulator—the Cab Technology...
Technical Reports
Rail Industry Job Analysis: Freight Conductor
Keywords: Job analysis, job tasks, training assessment, freight conductor, safety-sensitive positions, knowledge, skills, abilities
Abstract: This document describes the results from a job analysis that was conducted for the position of Freight Conductor. Key aspects of the position were identified, including main tasks...
Other Reports
Developing an Effective Corrective Action Process: Lessons Learned from Operating a Confidential Close Call Reporting System
Keywords: C3RS; Confidential Close Call Reporting System; Human Factors