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1 Dec 2017

Technical Bulletins

HMG 117 – Sift Proof Packages

Author
Office of Safety

Subject Hazardous Materials

Keywords: Sift Proof

Abstract: defining a Sift Proof Package

Bulletin Number
HMG-117
Discipline
Hazardous Materials

1 May 2017

Compliance Manuals

Federal Register Notices - Document Drafting Handbook

Author
National Archives and Record Administration

Keywords: federal register notices, FRN

Abstract: Gives guidance and examples for drafting Federal Register documents. This guidance explains how to follow the submission, format, and editorial requirements established in 44 U.S....

Discipline
General

28 Oct 2014

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

12 Sep 2014

Technical Bulletins

The Federal Hours of Service Laws, Hours of Service Recordkeeping and Reporting Regulations, and Signal Covered Service

Bulletin Number
S-14-01
Discipline
Signal and Train Control

9 May 2014

Compliance Manuals

Hours of Service Compliance Manual; Passenger Operations

Author
Office of Railroad Safety

Subject Hours of Service, Operating Practices, Passenger Rail

Keywords: Hours of Service

Abstract:

This manual provides clarification on hours of service requirements found at 49 CFR Part 228, Hours of Service Recordkeeping, and FRA hours of service interpretations and...

Discipline
Operating Practices