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1
May
1998
Technical Reports
Interim Report: Screening Tests of Alternative Grade Crossing Detection Technologies
Subject
Grade Crossing Modeling and Simulation,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: TTC, Transportation Test Center, Enhanced Track Circuits, Non-Contact Sensors
Abstract: This report assesses grade crossing warning alternatives, such as enhanced circuits and non-contact sensors, that did not rely on track circuits to detect trains.
Office
RRD
1
May
1998
Other Reports
Railroad Train Dispatcher Workload, Stress, and Fatigue - Phase II Report: Pilot Field Test
Subject
Railroad Employees
Keywords: Human Factors, Rail Safety, Performance Analysis
Abstract: [From the Introduction] The purpose of this project is to identify the sources of workload, stress, and fatigue associated with the train dispatcher’s job and working life. In...
Office
RRD
1
Apr
1995
Technical Reports
Nationwide Study of Train Whistle Bans
Subject
Grade Crossing Modeling and Simulation,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Train Horn Noise
Keywords: Guidance on the Quiet Zone Creation Process
Abstract: A national study examined the accident histories of grade crossings with whistle bans. Findings suggest that whistle bans increase the risk of accidents at crossings.
Office
RRS
1
Feb
1983
Reports to Congress
Emergency Procedures Training of On-Board Passenger Train Personnel
Subject
Railroad Employees
Keywords: Safety Regulations, Emergency Preparation, Passenger Rail
Abstract: This report presents the results of a study of training received by intercity passenger train personnel in evacuation procedures and the use of emergency equipment. The report...
1
Sep
1982
Technical Reports
Summary of the Department of Transportation Rail-Highway Crossing Accident Prediction Formulas and Resource Allocation Model
Subject
Grade Crossing Modeling and Simulation,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: cost benefit
Abstract: This report describes a procedure for optimizing the safety impact of grade crossing funding distribution, based on accident rates and cost effectiveness of warning...
Report Number
DOT-TSC-FRA-82-l
Office
RRD