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7
Mar
2016
Accident Investigations
HQ-2016-1116 (Finalized)
Subject
Accident Investigations
Keywords: Accident Investigations, Obstruction. Altamont Commuter Express (ACE),
Abstract: Accident Investigation Report for an eastbound Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) Passenger Train No. 10 (ACE Train No. 10), operated by Herzog Transit Services, Inc. (HTSI) on a...
Accident Date
Accident Type
Obstruction Collision (OBS)
Railroad Name
Union Pacific Railroad Company
Location
Sunol, CA
United States
Accident Number
HQ-2016-1116
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
2
Mar
2016
Technical Reports
Locomotive Biofuel Study – Rail Yard and Over the Road Measurements Using Portable Emissions Measurement System
Keywords: Locomotive, biofuel, emissions, measurement, engine, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, nitric oxide, particulate matter, diesel
Abstract: The emissions of three locomotive engines were measured with ULSD and multiple biofuel blends, including B10, B20, and B40. B20 biodiesel fuel reduced emissions of carbon dioxide...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-16/04
Office
RRD
2
Mar
2016
Other Reports
Section 610 Periodic Review of Railroad Accidents/Incidents: Reports Classification and Investigations (49 CFR Part 225)
Subject
Accident Investigations,
Best Practices
Keywords: economic impact
Abstract: The purpose of this document is to provide information and further details on the determination of the economic impact on small entities of 49 CFR Part 225, Railroad Accidents/...
Office
RRS
1
Mar
2016
Research Results
Short Line Safety Institute Pilot Safety Culture Assessment Project: Development of Assessment Tools
Keywords: Safety culture, safety culture measurement, training, education, evaluation, short line railroads, crude oil
Abstract: The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA), with the support of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Office of Research, Technology and Development...
Report Number
RR 16-03
Office
RDI-24