National Transportation Safety Board

01/05/2023

NTSB’s Office of Railroad, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Investigations is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as a Railroad Accident Investigator. The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in track and engineering systems as well as roadway workplace safety. In this role you will serve as a Group Chair or Investigator-in-Charge and be responsible for organizing, managing, and coordinating the investigation of major railroad transportation accidents and developing and presenting reports with safety recommendations. To learn more and to apply, visit USAJobs:

Government-wide - https://bit.ly/3WPLCeO
Public - https://bit.ly/3GmZAhc

01/04/2023

The National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) Transportation Disaster Assistance Division (TDA) is excited to announce the next offering of our family assistance operations course.

This tuition-free course is scheduled for March 28 – 30, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at 45065 Bles Park Drive, Ashburn, VA. It will be in person only. The NTSB TDA staff taught course offers a comprehensive overview of transportation accident family assistance operations and is intended for those with a role in providing family assistance in the aftermath of a major transportation disaster.

For more information, and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/3Gf4e0T.

12/27/2022

Personal Locator Beacons Improve the Chance of Rescue at Sea

In a new , Director of Marine Safety Morgan Turrell discusses investigations, our recommendation for personal locator beacons (PLBs) and calls on and marine operations to provide PLBs for their crews. Read the blog:

By Morgan Turrell, Director of the Office of Marine Safety New Year’s Eve is a time of celebration and remembrance. Three years ago, on December 31, 2019, as the new year was being rung in across t…

12/23/2022

Stay Safe On The Roads This Holiday

A Safe System Approach will ensure all road users continue to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year. Drive slow, sober, and distraction-free this season.

12/22/2022

Stay Safe On The Rails This Holiday

See tracks, think train. Cross tracks only at designated pedestrian or roadway crossings. Always obey railroad signals. If you’re traveling on a train, be aware of emergency exits and follow crew instructions in the event of emergency.

12/22/2022

Head up, Phone Down, Eyes on the Road, Hands on the Wheel.

At 55 miles per hour, sending or reading a text is like driving the length of a football field with your eyes closed. Head up, Phone Down, Eyes on the Road, Hands on the Wheel.

12/21/2022

Stay Safe At Sea This Holiday Season

Be a safe boater this season. Boat sober, get enough rest and always wear a life jacket. If you are traveling on a large vessel, be aware of your surroundings, attend all safety briefings, and follow all emergency procedures.

12/20/2022

Stay Safe In The Skies This Holiday Season

If you’re this season, pay attention to the flight crew, listen to safety briefings, stay seated with your seat belt fastened, and leave your baggage behind in the event of an emergency.

12/20/2022

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for everyone in the U.S. Whether you walk, bike, roll, ride, or drive on make sure your game plan includes a safe route to and from the game.

12/19/2022

Wondering what gift to give this ? We’ve made a list: https://www.ntsb.gov/advocacy/mwl

12/15/2022

We're Hiring! Office of Highway Safety is seeking an investigator with and vehicle design, operation, and mechanical inspection experience. For more information and to apply, visit USAJobs: https://bit.ly/3HHoxq6

12/15/2022

In a new of the Behind-the-Scene , we discuss the highway crash investigation report of a collision between a service truck and a school bus, in Decatur, Tennessee. Listen now: https://bit.ly/3Yu90Qz

12/12/2022

We have another great opportunity in the Office of the CIO. We are seeking an IT Specialist to serve as a systems administrator. Our ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Microsoft Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and modern authentication. They should have an overall interest in IT operations and should be able to communicate with developers as well as management.

Would you like to use your skills to support the NTSB’s mission of advancing transportation safety? Check out our job posting on USAJobs for more information and to apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/693719400

12/09/2022

CANCELED: NTSB Board Meeting Scheduled for Dec. 13

NTSB has canceled the Dec. 13 board meeting on a new safety report examining alcohol and drug use in drivers. The board will instead hold an electronic vote.

The report will be available on the NTSB’s website within 30 days of the board’s adoption.

Read the news release for more information:

WASHINGTON (Dec. 9, 2022) — The National Transportation Safety Board has canceled the Dec. 13 board meeting on a new safety report examining alcohol and drug use in drivers. The board will instead hold an electronic vote on the report. The approved report will be available on the NTSB’s website ...

12/08/2022

We’re HIRING! The Office of the CIO is seeking an IT Specialist as a .Net . Our ideal candidate has hands-on experience with database administration, able to evaluate complex information that comes from variety of sources, and communicates effectively with developers, managers and other OCIO staff.

Do you have full stack development experience with .Net and Microsoft SQL? You will have opportunity to work in an Agile Devops environment. Would you like to use your skills to support the mission of the NTSB in making that nation’s transportation safer? Check out our job posting on USAJobs for more information and to apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/692969400

12/01/2022

NTSB’s Office of Railroad, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Investigations is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as a Technical Writer-Editor (GS-13) responsible for writing and editing accident reports, letters, responses to petitions for reconsideration, and other documents.

The ideal candidate has experience leading the development and ex*****on of high-quality error free scientific and technical reports, coordinating with subject matter experts in the development of analytical products and supporting arguments, converting technical information into plain language, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

To learn more, and to apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/691979000.

11/30/2022

Tomorrow, December 1, 9:45 am ET, Chair Homendy will deliver the opening keynote address on the future of pipeline safety at the 2022 Pipeline Safety Trust Conference. The event will be at pstrust.org.

11/30/2022

Board Meeting on New NTSB Report on Alcohol and Other Drug Use in Drivers

Save-the-Date: On December 13, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time, will hold a virtual public board meeting to discuss the findings of a new safety research report that examines the crash risk associated with different drugs—such as alcohol, cannabis, prescription, over-the-counter, and other drugs—and their use among drivers.

Alcohol is involved in nearly one in three traffic fatalities, and the problem of driving while impaired by other drugs is growing. Preventing alcohol- and other drug-impaired driving is on the NTSB’s Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements (https://www.ntsb.gov/Advocacy/mwl/Pages/default.aspx).

The NTSB Board will vote on the findings and recommendations as well as on any changes to the draft final report.

The meeting will be at http://ntsb.windrosemedia.com/

Additional information is available on our board meeting event page at https://www.ntsb.gov/news/events/Pages/MA20221129.aspx

​​​​The National Transportation Safety Board will hold a virtual public board meeting Dec. 13 to discuss the findings of a new safety research report that examines the crash risk associated with different drugs — such as alcohol, cannabis, prescription, over-the-counter and other drugs —...

11/21/2022

is one of the busiest of the year and we want you to arrive safely at your destination this week. Read our new for tips to keep you safe whether you travel by road, air, rail or sea: https://safetycompass.wordpress.com/2022/11/21/prioritizing-safety-this-holiday-travel-season/

11/18/2022

Nov. 20 is World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims. In a new , Chair Jennifer Homendy calls for action on recommendations to address the public health crisis on our roads. Read the blog: https://safetycompass.wordpress.com/2022/11/18/honor-traffic-victims-with-action/

11/17/2022

NTSB has determined that an electrical generator set (genset) failure and subsequent loss of steering led to the grounding of a towing vessel near Greenville, Mississippi, on November 21, 2021. The towing vessel Marquette Warrior was pushing 35 loaded dry cargo barges down the Lower Mississippi River, when several barges grounded on the riverbank. Four barges were damaged, including a hopper barge with bean cargo that partially sank. None of the nine people on board the Marquette Warrior were injured. The grounding resulted in $1.24 million in damages to the vessel, barges and cargo.

Read the press release for more information: https://www.ntsb.gov/news/press-releases/Pages/NR20221117.aspx

11/15/2022

NTSB is proud to recognize Principal Deputy Managing Director Dolline Hatchett as a recipient of a 2022 Presidential Rank Award (PRA), one of the most prestigious awards in the federal career civil service.
Chosen by President Biden, the PRAs recognize the hard work and important contributions of dedicated civil servants in the federal workforce.
We extend a huge congratulations to our recipient who exemplify the agency’s highest standards of strength, integrity, industry, and a relentless commitment to public service through their leadership and contributions.
View the list of PRA winners here: https://bit.ly/3UVbBQQ
View the press release here: https://bit.ly/3EAvkQs

11/10/2022

This week is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. In a new of our Behind-the-Scene , hosts Stephanie Shaw and Leah Walton talk with Safety Recommendations Division Chief Jeff Marcus, Human Performance Investigator Dennis Collins, and National Resource Specialist Jana Price, Ph.D., about fatigue and NTSB fatigue-related crash investigations. They also discuss NTSB safety recommendations aimed at mitigating fatigue risk across transportation modes and the actions still needed to address the pervasive problem of drowsy driving. Listen now: https://safetycompass.wordpress.com/2022/11/10/episode-52-drowsy-driving-prevention-week/

11/08/2022

NTSB Most Wanted List Roundtable: .05 BAC, Part 2: Legislative Primer

The Virtual Roundtable, ".05 BAC, Part 2: Legislative Primer," hosted by Member Tom Chapman, is available now on our YouTube channel. Hear the experience and perspectives of State Representative Norman Thurston, Utah Highway Patrol, National District Attorneys Association's National Traffic Law Center, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and NTSB about this law change. Watch now: https://youtu.be/EtQGxXkdXMk

In Part 2 of this virtual roundtable series, hosted by NTSB Member Tom Chapman, gives a legislative primer for anyone curious about and/or considering propos...

11/04/2022

We’re HIRING! The Office of the CIO is seeking an IT Specialist as a administrator. Our ideal candidate has hands-on experience with database administration, able to evaluate complex information that comes from variety of sources, and communicates effectively with developers, managers and other OCIO staff.

Do you have experience managing enterprise databases such as Microsoft SQL, and MongoDB? You also will have opportunity to work with Microsoft Azure Managed SQL and Databricks Data Analytics platform. Would you like to use your skills to support the mission of the NTSB in making that nation’s transportation safer? Check out our job posting on USAJobs for more information and to apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/686894100

11/04/2022

NTSB MWL Roundtable: Safeguard Your Flights—Practical FDM Solutions for Smaller Operators

the recording of the Roundtable: Safeguard Your Flights with Valuable Insights: Practical FDM Solutions for Smaller Operators is now available on our YouTube channel. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUwONESOn_o

On October 20, 2022, NTSB Vice Chairman Bruce Landsberg​ moderated a roundtable discussion with experts from government and industry about the benefits and p...

11/03/2022

Today, reiterates its call for lap and shoulder seatbelts in all school buses.

An investigation into a Decatur, Tennessee, crash between a school bus and a service utility truck that killed two—including a 7-year-old child—has led NTSB to reiterate past recommendations that could have prevented this crash. The is renewing its 2018 recommendation that states require passenger lap and shoulder belts on new, large school buses as well as its call to require systems that prevent lane departure on heavy vehicles, first issued in 2010 and updated in 2021. All recommendations remain open.

“This case is a gut-wrenching reminder that failure to act on our recommendations can lead to unimaginable — and preventable — tragedy,” said NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy. “School buses are often praised for their safety record, but we’ve become complacent. Children’s lives are at stake. The time to act is now.”

Read the press release for more information: https://www.ntsb.gov/news/press-releases/Pages/NR20221103.aspx

11/01/2022

Reminder to REGISTER for the Most Wanted List Virtual Roundtable, “.05 BAC, Part 2: Legislative Primer” on Thursday, November 3rd from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET. For details, visit our event page: https://t.co/dLx90Zum1g

10/31/2022

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!

Few things are as scary as the public health crisis on our roads. Be safe, not scary by following our helpful tips. As trick or treaters take to the sidewalks & streets tonight, drive slow, drive sober, & drive distraction free. Have a safe & !

10/27/2022

Today, the issued an urgent safety recommendation to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transport Canada, acting upon the NTSB’s findings into the ongoing of the Sept. 4, 2022, crash of a De Havilland Canada DHC-3 in Mutiny Bay, Washington. The NTSB urgently recommends the FAA and Transport Canada require all operators of De Havilland Canada DHC-3 to conduct an immediate one-time inspection of the horizontal stabilizer actuator lock ring in accordance with the instructions in the Viking Air Limited service letter and report their findings to the FAA and Transport Canada, respectively. Read the press release for more information: https://www.ntsb.gov/news/press-releases/Pages/NR20221027.aspx

For additional information, visit our investigation page: https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/DCA22MA193.aspx

10/24/2022

NTSB Webinar: Teen Driver Safety Advocacy: Effective Strategies to Create Positive Change

the recording for the Webinar: Teen Driver Safety Advocacy: Strategies to Create Positive Change is now available on our YouTube channel. Watch the webinar recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHMcw4b7G5w

On Oct. 19th, 2022, the NTSB hosted a webinar, "Teen Driver Safety Advocacy: Effective Strategies to Create Positive Change."The week of October 16-22 is Nat...

10/19/2022

Happening Today: Join us at 2pm, Eastern, for our webinar, Teen Driver Safety Advocacy: Effective Strategies to Create Positive Change. The event will be on our web page: https://www.windrosemedia.com/livewebcast/version9/WebcastPortal/webcastlist.php?rpath=/clients/ntsb/public

10/17/2022

Tomorrow, Oct. 18, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., Eastern, the will hold a virtual public board meeting to determine the probable cause for the 2021 capsizing of the liftboat Seacor Power. The meeting will be on our web page: http://ntsb.windrosemedia.com/

The Board will discuss the following safety issues identified in the investigation:
- Gaps in forecasts and communications of weather events
- Operation and stability of restricted-service liftboats in severe thunderstorms
- Effectiveness of the initial response to the capsizing, and difficulty in locating survivors in adverse conditions

For more information about the capsizing of the liftboat Seacor Power, visit our investigation page: https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/DCA21MM024.aspx

10/17/2022

Teen Driver Safety Week: Keeping The Next Generation Safe on the Roads

This week is . In a new Safety Advocate Bryan Delaney talks about NTSB recommendations for improving safety for teens on the road and our upcoming webinar. Read the blog to learn more: https://safetycompass.wordpress.com/2022/10/17/teen-driver-safety-week-keeping-the-next-generation-safe-on-the-roads/

By Bryan Delaney, NTSB Safety Advocate This week is Teen Driver Safety Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness and seeking solutions to prevent teen driving-related deaths and injuries on the r…