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23 Feb 1996

Other Reports

Phase I Literature Search and Evaluation - Final Report

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Literature Review, Railroad Technology, Regulations

Abstract: [From the Introduction] Since 1985, the AAR/TTC and other organizations have utilized a set of guidelines developed by the AAR in the late 1970's to teach emergency response...

Office
RRD

22 Feb 1996

Emergency Orders

Commuter and Intercity Passenger Railroads, Including Public Authorities Providing Passenger Service, and Affected Freight Railroads; Emergency Order Requiring Enhanced Operating Rules and Plans for Ensuring the Safety of Passengers Occupying the Leading

Subject Passenger Rail

Emergency Order Number
Emergency Order 20, Notice No. 1

16 Feb 1996

Emergency Orders

Tonawanda Island Railroad; Emergency Order to Prevent Operation of Trains on Bridge 7708810

Subject Bridge and Structures Safety

Emergency Order Number
Emergency Order 19, Notice No. 1

8 Feb 1996

Administrative Hearings

Appeal of Ernest W. Wood III (FRA—Locomotive Engineer Certification Case) Docket No. EQAL 92—40

Subject Enforcement

Abstract: Petitioner, Ernest W. Wood III, has appealed (September 21, 1995) to the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (“FRA”), under the provisions of 49 C.F.R. § 240.411...

1 Feb 1996

Technical Reports

Assessment of the Effects of Proposed Locomotive Regulations on Goods Transport Modes and Locomotive Emissions

Author
Jack Faucett Associates, Inc.

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Locomotive Regulations, Nitrogen Emissions, Sulfur, Emissions Reduction

Abstract: The California Air Resources Board (ARB) has determined that locomotives contribute significantly to the air quality problems across the state. In 1987, locomotives accounted for...

Office
RRD