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16 Oct 2024

Technical Bulletins

HMG-127 One-Time Movement Approval Procedures

Author
Karl Alexy

Subject Hazardous Materials

Keywords: one-time movement approval, one time movement approval, HMG-127, hazardous material, bulk packaging, hazmat package, procedure, OTMA, 49 CFR, 174.50,

Abstract:

Provides procedures for applying for a One-Time Movement Approval in accordance with 49 CFR 174.50 for bulk hazardous materials packagings (e.g., tank cars) that do not meet...

Discipline
Signal & Train Control

29 Aug 2023

Compliance Manuals

Hazardous Materials Compliance Manual

Author
Office of Railroad Safety

Subject Hazardous Materials

Keywords: hazmat; HM Safety Program

Discipline
Hazardous Materials

19 Apr 2023

Reference Materials

Cab Technology Integration Lab (CTIL) Clean-Ops Plan

Author
Gina Melnik; Matthew Isaacs

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: simulator; laboratory research; Human Subjects; COVID-19; coronavirus; Volpe

Abstract:

...

19 Jul 2019

Reference Materials

Strategic Plan for the Cab Technology Integration Laboratory

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: CTILWEB, CTIL, Cab Technology Integration Laboratory, strategic plan, human performance, human-centered design, simulation, human-in-the loop simulation, human factors, railroad safety, industry collaboration

Abstract: This strategic plan establishes a path to realizing the Cab Technology Integration Laboratory (CTIL) program’s vision of advancing railroad safety by using human-in-the loop...

1 Jul 2019

IMOUs

Belt Railway of Chicago Non-Operations IMOU

Author
Brian Reilly

Subject Railroad Safety Program Management, Safety Culture

Keywords: c3rs

Abstract: Implementing Memorandum of Understanding for the Belt Railway of Chicago Non Operations crafts