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16
Jul
2014
Technical Reports
Effect of an Active Another Train Coming Warning System on Pedestrian Behavior at a Highway-Rail Grade Crossing
Subject
Grade Crossing Pedestrian Safety,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Human Factors,
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: highway-rail, grade crossing, pedestrian behavior; second train, violations, enhancement, safety, Train Activations
Abstract: This study evaluated a technology that alerts pedestrians to the presence of a second train at grade crossings.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-14/21
Office
RRD
16
Jul
2014
Technical Reports
Trespass Prevention Research Study – West Palm Beach, FL
Subject
Accident Reduction,
Enforcement,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Signal and Train Control,
Trespass Countermeasures,
Trespasser Programs
Keywords: Railroad trespass, trespass prevention, accident reduction, alternative safety measures, education and enforcement, highway-rail intersections, safety, video data, violation reduction
Abstract: Researchers implemented existing FRA and Transport Canada trespass prevention guidance citywide to demonstrate potential benefits and discuss lessons learned.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-14/19
Office
RRD
30
Dec
2013
Technical Reports
Effect of Gate Skirts on Pedestrian Behavior at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Subject
Grade Crossing Pedestrian Safety,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: Gate skirts, highway-rail, grade crossing, pedestrian behavior, pedestrian gates, violations, enhancement, safety, Train Activations
Abstract: This study evaluated the effect of gate skirts (barriers intended to block pedestrians from crossing under gates) in reducing the number of trespass violations.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/51
Office
RRD
1
Jan
2011
Technical Reports
Railroad Infrastructure Trespass Detection Performance Guidelines
Subject
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Signal and Train Control,
Trespass Countermeasures
Keywords: Obstacle detection; obstacle intrusion systems; intrusion detection; alternative detection technology systems; Right-of-way; trespass detection; deterrent system; railroad; railroad bridge; security; security system; motion detectors.
Abstract: This report discusses whether a video-based trespass monitoring and deterrent system for railroads may be useful in areas where trespassing is likely.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-11/01
Office
RRD