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For the safety of all, rail passengers must not harass or interfere with train crew and staff in performing their duties. FRA Deputy Administrator Amit Bose wishes everyone a safe Labor Day weekend travel. Remember to #MaskUp!
For the safety of all, rail passengers must not harass or interfere with train crew and staff in performing their duties. FRA Deputy Administrator Amit Bose wishes everyone a safe Labor Day weekend travel. Remember to #MaskUp!
#FunFactFriday: Masks continue to be a requirement on all forms of public transportation. Regardless of your vaccination status, wearing a properly fitting mask is added protection against COVID-19.
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#TechyThursday: We put STEM subjects to the test with our Research, Development and Technology program activities. For this project our researchers worked with TIAX, LLC, a lab-based technology development company focused on advancing innovations in transportation. Working together we were able to modify the existing state-of-the-art end structure design for a Budd Pioneer cab car. The car can now be installed on a Budd M1 car and used to test the performance of end frames built to meet current American Public Transportation Association standard and proposed FRA structural requirements. Read the report here: https://bit.ly/388vGfY
#TechyThursday: We put STEM subjects to the test with our Research, Development and Technology program activities. For this project our researchers worked with TIAX, LLC, a lab-based technology development company focused on advancing innovations in transportation. Working together we were able to modify the existing state-of-the-art end structure design for a Budd Pioneer cab car. The car can now be installed on a Budd M1 car and used to test the performance of end frames built to meet current American Public Transportation Association standard and proposed FRA structural requirements. Read the report here: https://bit.ly/388vGfY
SOFA ALERT: The Switching Operations Fatality Analysis Working Group (SOFA) reports its findings and emerging data trends with the goal of zero fatalities in the railroad industry. One in five switching operations fatalities deal with an industrial hazards such as a structure, vehicle, or obstruction on an industrial track can play a significant role in switching fatalities. Remain vigilant and aware of industry hazards. More information here: https://bit.ly/3DIIj0b
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A quiet zone is a section of track at least one‐half mile in length that contains one or more consecutive public highway‐rail grade crossings where railroads cease routine sounding of train horns once compensating safety improvements are made. Quiet zones do not eliminate the use of locomotive bells at crossings and train horns may still be used in emergency situations or to comply with other Federal regulations or railroad operating rules. For more information please visit: https://bit.ly/3zdBXTO
A quiet zone is a section of track at least one‐half mile in length that contains one or more consecutive public highway‐rail grade crossings where railroads cease routine sounding of train horns once compensating safety improvements are made. Quiet zones do not eliminate the use of locomotive bells at crossings and train horns may still be used in emergency situations or to comply with other Federal regulations or railroad operating rules. For more information please visit: https://bit.ly/3zdBXTO
#TriviaTuesday: TRUE or FALSE Nearly every 3 hours someone in America is hit by a train. #StayOffTracks
#TriviaTuesday: TRUE or FALSE Nearly every 3 hours someone in America is hit by a train. #StayOffTracks
#Back2Basics: #Railroaders, soon, the leaves of autumn will fall, and the buzzers will sound. Warm brakes are effective brakes. And effective brakes make for a smooth ride…and a positive stop. https://bit.ly/32akdKk
#Back2Basics: #Railroaders, soon, the leaves of autumn will fall, and the buzzers will sound. Warm brakes are effective brakes. And effective brakes make for a smooth ride…and a positive stop. https://bit.ly/32akdKk
Remember: #MaskUp on all forms of public transportation. https://youtu.be/L9cq-JU1200. TSA Mask mandate extended until January 2022.
#SafetySaturday if your car is ever stuck on the tracks, LEAVE THE CAR! Then immediately look for the blue #ENS sign and call for help. A train is always closer than you think.
#SafetySaturday if your car is ever stuck on the tracks, LEAVE THE CAR! Then immediately look for the blue #ENS sign and call for help. A train is always closer than you think.
#FunFactFriday: Do you know the difference from a public and private highway-rail grade crossing? Public crossings are maintained and ruled by a public authority. Private crossings are not intended for public use, only for the property owner and their licensees and invitees. You can find private crossings on or near farm or industrial areas, and sometimes individual homeowners who own property near railroad tracks.
#FunFactFriday: Do you know the difference from a public and private highway-rail grade crossing? Public crossings are maintained and ruled by a public authority. Private crossings are not intended for public use, only for the property owner and their licensees and invitees. You can find private crossings on or near farm or industrial areas, and sometimes individual homeowners who own property near railroad tracks.
Today, August 26, 2021, the U.S. Department of Transportation ,
Federal Railroad Administration announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity making available nearly $362M through the CRISI Grant Program. “CRISI is an opportunity to invest in safety and economic progress across the rail networks that support and connect America,” says FRA Deputy Administrator Amit Bose. Read more here: https://bit.ly/38dCt8i
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The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill marks the most important investment in Amtrak since its creation 50 years ago. Here is a breakdown of the proposed $66B for America’s freight and passenger network.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill marks the most important investment in Amtrak since its creation 50 years ago. Here is a breakdown of the proposed $66B for America’s freight and passenger network.
You can let us know about blocked crossings in your community. Please visit https://www.fra.dot.gov/blockedcrossings/ to tell us where, when, for how long, so we know more about the impacts of blocked highway-rail grade crossings.
You can let us know about blocked crossings in your community. Please visit https://www.fra.dot.gov/blockedcrossings/ to tell us where, when, for how long, so we know more about the impacts of blocked highway-rail grade crossings.
Hey Students, its #Back2School time! Ready for #TriviaTuesday? Track ___ Measurement System practices and technologies measure gage, alignment and track surface to help calculate safe train speeds and other things. A-Geometry; B-Civics; C-Mechanics; D-Design #FRASchool #STEM #LetsLearn
Hey Students, its #Back2School time! Ready for #TriviaTuesday? Track ___ Measurement System practices and technologies measure gage, alignment and track surface to help calculate safe train speeds and other things. A-Geometry; B-Civics; C-Mechanics; D-Design #FRASchool #STEM #LetsLearn
#Back2Basics: #Railroaders, you are only as good as your last run. Shift cars safely.
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#Back2Basics: #Railroaders, you are only as good as your last run. Shift cars safely.
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Class Project Idea: Create your ideal future of rail in America. Remember, rail planning incorporates your science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills. This will be a fun group project! #FRASchool #STEM
Class Project Idea: Create your ideal future of rail in America. Remember, rail planning incorporates your science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills. This will be a fun group project! #FRASchool #STEM
Do not go around descending or lowered grade crossing gate arms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6EPReNSH4Q #StopTrainsCant NHTSA
A train can pass through a segment of track at any time, so always practice patience at highway rail-grade crossings. You know it’s true that there’s no excu...
#SafetySaturday: Never play on or near railroad tracks. A train is closer than you think. #StayOffTheTracks
#SafetySaturday: Never play on or near railroad tracks. A train is closer than you think. #StayOffTheTracks
#FunFactFriday: The Senate passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill that will improve healthy, sustainable transportation options for millions of Americans by modernizing and expanding transit and rail networks across the country. (via The White House)
#FunFactFriday: The Senate passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill that will improve healthy, sustainable transportation options for millions of Americans by modernizing and expanding transit and rail networks across the country. (via The White House)
Hey Educators! Are you looking for creative ways to engage your students in STEM? Enthusiasm in learning can lead to a fulfilling career. Let us know how we can be a part of your classroom. #FRASchool
Hey Educators! Are you looking for creative ways to engage your students in STEM? Enthusiasm in learning can lead to a fulfilling career. Let us know how we can be a part of your classroom. #FRASchool
We are in this together! #MaskUp to protect one another. Remember, masks are mandatory on all forms of public transportation. https://www.transportation.gov/maskup
We are in this together! #MaskUp to protect one another. Remember, masks are mandatory on all forms of public transportation. https://www.transportation.gov/maskup
#TriviaTuesday: TRUE or FALSE Locomotive horns are required to sound for 15-20 seconds before entering all public grade crossings.
#TriviaTuesday: TRUE or FALSE Locomotive horns are required to sound for 15-20 seconds before entering all public grade crossings.
#Back2Basics: #Railroaders know that Blue Signal is an important & successful regulation. Keeping #RailroadWorkers who are on, under, or between railroad rolling equipment safe is a high priority.
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#Back2Basics: #Railroaders know that Blue Signal is an important & successful regulation. Keeping #RailroadWorkers who are on, under, or between railroad rolling equipment safe is a high priority.
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Christopher from Train Talk Productions gives a lesson for kids on railroad crossings including safety equipment and signage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMga7iXrwoY
Learn about the different equipment that makes up a railroad crossing.
#SafetySaturday: It is never too soon to teach children about rail safety. #StayOffTheTracks
#SafetySaturday: It is never too soon to teach children about rail safety. #StayOffTheTracks
#FunFactFriday: Positive Train Control (PTC) systems help prevent train-to-train collisions, over-speed derailments, incursions into established work zones, and movements of trains through switches left in the wrong position. Now nearly 58,000 route miles in America have PTC. https://bit.ly/3fv5LU5 #PTC #RailSafety
#TechyThursday: FRA conducts additional research on the Rail Crossing Violation Warning (RCVW) system in this Phase II project to alert distracted drivers when a train is approaching. Read the report here: https://bit.ly/3xxHoLL
#TechyThursday: FRA conducts additional research on the Rail Crossing Violation Warning (RCVW) system in this Phase II project to alert distracted drivers when a train is approaching. Read the report here: https://bit.ly/3xxHoLL
Notice a blocked grade crossing in your community? Please let us know by using our online reporting tool: https://www.fra.dot.gov/blockedcrossings/
The information you provide allows us to track the location and impacts of blocked crossings.
#TriviaTuesday: Which subjects are helpful for a fulfilling career in transportation? A-Science; B-Technology; C-Engineering; D-Mathematics; E-ALL #FRASchool
#TriviaTuesday: Which subjects are helpful for a fulfilling career in transportation? A-Science; B-Technology; C-Engineering; D-Mathematics; E-ALL #FRASchool
#Back2Basics: Make yourself aware of Close Clearances. One moment of carelessness can lead to a lifetime of sorrow. Please perform your job as safely as possible. https://bit.ly/32akdKk
#Back2Basics: Make yourself aware of Close Clearances. One moment of carelessness can lead to a lifetime of sorrow. Please perform your job as safely as possible. https://bit.ly/32akdKk
Here is a timeless message from @NJTransit on #RailSafety. https://bit.ly/3iWkkRf
One of two powerful public service announcements urging customers, citizens to "stay off the tracks"
#SafetySaturday: Do not take shortcuts over railroad tracks, only use designated crossings. #TracksAreForTrains #StayOffTheTracks
#SafetySaturday: Do not take shortcuts over railroad tracks, only use designated crossings. #TracksAreForTrains #StayOffTheTracks
#FunFactFriday: Did you know America’s freight railroads carry approximately 40 tons of freight for each person in the United States every year? Many of the goods people use daily, such as: consumer products, automobiles, construction materials, food, and much more, are transported by trains.
#FunFactFriday: Did you know America’s freight railroads carry approximately 40 tons of freight for each person in the United States every year? Many of the goods people use daily, such as: consumer products, automobiles, construction materials, food, and much more, are transported by trains.
As Americans continue to vaccinate, we still need to protect our children, communities and essential workers against COVID-19. Please wear a mask while traveling on public transportation. #MaskUpSaveLives
www.transportation.gov/maskup
As Americans continue to vaccinate, we still need to protect our children, communities and essential workers against COVID-19. Please wear a mask while traveling on public transportation. #MaskUpSaveLives
www.transportation.gov/maskup
President Biden on Investing in Passenger Rail
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Crossing railroad tracks is not a convenient shortcut—it’s a dangerous one. #AlwaysExpectATrain Take a quick survey to provide feedback on this video: https://bit.ly/2usqpzN.
If in need of help at a railroad crossing, or to report a safety concern, call the phone number on the blue Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign. Take a quick survey to provide feedback on this video: https://bit.ly/2usqpzN.
Unless they’re designated as “Rail-Trails,” never run on railroad tracks. Take a quick survey to provide feedback on this video: https://bit.ly/2usqpzN.
When approaching railroad tracks, don’t ignore the crossbuck sign, flashing red lights or descending crossing gates. Take a quick survey to provide feedback on this video: https://bit.ly/2usqpzN.
Never go fishing on railroad bridges or take selfies on #TrainTracks. #AlwaysExpectATrain Take a quick survey to provide feedback on this video: https://bit.ly/2usqpzN.
Unlike motor vehicles, oncoming trains can’t stop quickly. A train traveling at 55 mph can take a mile or more to come to a complete stop. #StopTrainsCant!
These small signs could save your life and someone you love. Video: @olinational https://bit.ly/2XrYZDn
Entre el 2014 y 2018, murieron 798 personas en vehículos involucrados en cruces de ferrocarril. Alto. El tren no para.
These small signs could save your life and someone you love. Share this important information now. Video: Operation Lifesaver Inc.
#TipTuesday: Winter weather can create a driving nightmare. Would you know what to do if your car got stuck on #railroad tracks? Here are five things you need to know...and don't forget to share it with your family and friends.
On behalf of the Federal Railroad Administration, we salute veterans on this #VeteransDay & extend a tremendous “Thank You” to those who made sacrifices to protect our country and keep us free. https://bit.ly/2z0pp59
Federal Railroad Administration publishes a report about the capacity of rail tank cars carrying hazardous materials to survive a fully engulfing pool fire for 100 minutes, under total containment conditions. Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/2z4qBnl. #FRAResearch #Safety
Do you think you can beat a train? You can't. You'll lose. ALWAYS. #StopTrainsCant | https://www.transportation.gov/stop-trains-cant …
Train vs. car...Do you think you will win? Hint: The answer is NO! You'll lose. Always. #StopTrainsCant
It’s #CincoDeMayo! Here’s your outing checklist: ✔️Secure a designated driver ✔️Stay alert at railroad crossings ✔️NEVER try to beat a train Remember, #StopTrainsCant | https://www.transportation.gov/stop-trains-cant
#WowWednesday: At FRA's Transportation Technology Center (TTC) in #PuebloCO, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) applications are advancing rail technology. Take a peek inside the center.
It's #NationalBikeMonth, the perfect time to remind cyclists (pedestrians and motorists too) to use caution when approaching railroad crossings. Remember, #StopTrainsCant
Texting + driving ≠ driving. Put the phone down, stay alert when approaching railroad crossings and #JustDrive. Remember, #StopTrainsCant.
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