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27
Aug
2018
Research Results
Railroad Right-of-Way Vehicle Incursion Prevention Research
Subject
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education,
Right-of-Way
Keywords: grade crossing, right-of-way incursion, rail, vehicle incursion, railroad safety
Abstract: Researchers evaluated whether high-visibility markings could deter vehicles from mistakenly turning onto the tracks at grade crossings.
Report Number
RR 18-13
Office
RDI-23
25
May
2017
Technical Reports
2015 Right-of-Way Fatality and Trespass Prevention Workshop
Subject
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: FRA, railroads, light rail, transit, trespass, right-of-way
Abstract: Attendees developed recommendations to address pedestrian safety; outreach and education; technology and infrastructure; enforcement; and intentional deaths.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-17/06
Office
RDI-23
18
May
2017
Accident Investigations
HQ-2017-1205 (Finalized)
Subject
Accident Investigations,
Passenger Rail,
Positive Train Control,
Commuter
Keywords: Accident Investigations, PTC, Metro North
Abstract: On May 18, 2017, at 4:54 p.m., EDT, westbound Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company (MNCW) commuter Train No. 1373, originating from Stamford, Connecticut, and destined for Grand...
Accident Date
Accident Type
Derailment (DRM)
Railroad Name
Metro North Commuter Railroad Company
Location
Rye, NY
United States
Accident Number
HQ-2017-1205
Investigation Status
Finalized
2
Mar
2016
Technical Reports
Law Enforcement Strategies for Preventing Rail Trespassing
Subject
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education
Keywords: Railroading, trespassing, law enforcement strategies
Abstract: Researchers reviewed law enforcement methods that successfully prevent trespassing, including best practices, strategies, and data findings.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-16/02
Office
RRD
4
Dec
2015
Research Results
2015 ROW Fatality & Trespass Prevention Workshop
Subject
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education
Keywords: Right of Way Fatalities, Right of Way Trespass, Workshop, Charlotte, North Carolina
Abstract: Workshop participants highlighted best practices, technical developments, law enforcement, and public education and outreach strategies for reducing tresspassing.
Report Number
RR 15-42
Office
RDI-23