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Technical Bulletins
Manufacture and repair of operating platforms and operating platform safety railings on tank cars without underframes
Keywords: Technical Bulletin 98-14; part 231 ; title 49 ;
Other Reports
Engineer Certification Reference Guide
Keywords: Railroad Employees, Certification Evaluations, Revocation
Abstract: This guide covers the application of engineer certification, certification evaluation methodologies, and the revocation process. It also covers operational monitoring, dispute...
Policy and Guidance
Statement of Agency Policy Concerning Jurisdiction Over the Safety of Railroad Passenger Operations and Waivers Related to Shared Use of the Tracks of the General Railroad System by Light Rail and Conventional Equipment
Keywords: FTA, Shared use, jurisdiction, light rail, conventional equipment
Abstract: FRA and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) have jointly developed a policy concerning safety issues related to light rail transit operations that share use of the general...
Technical Reports
Crosstie and Fastener Tests at FAST: 1988-1999
Keywords: Wood Tie, Cross Tie, Rail Fasteners, Heavy Axle Loads, Facility for Accelerated Service Testing
Abstract: The Heavy Axle Load (HAL) implementation program began in 1988 with the objective of developing economically optimal and safe axle loads for North American railroads. This...
Emergency Orders
Oregon Pacific Railroad; Emergency Order to Prevent Operation of Trains on the Railroad Bridge Crossing Johnson Creek in the City of Milwaukee, Oregon.