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24 Jul 2018

Policy and Guidance

Revised Positive Train Control Guidance Regarding Interoperability Testing, Operations and Maintenance Manuals, and Certification Responsibilities

Subject Positive Train Control

Keywords: Positive Train Control, Interoperability, Testing,

Abstract: In January and February 2017, FRA issued three guidance letters regarding positive train control (PTC) system interoperability testing; Operations and Maintenance Manual (OMM)...

10 Feb 2017

Policy and Guidance

PTC Host and Tenant Relationship and Responsibilities Guidance

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Positive Train Control

Keywords: positive train control, ptc, host, tenant, guidance, guide, safety plan

Abstract: This is a document providing guidance on each host and tenant railroad’s responsibilities when implementing PTC and developing a PTC Safety Plan.

25 Jan 2017

Policy and Guidance

PTC OMM Guidance

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Positive Train Control

Keywords: positive train control, ptc, omm, guidance, guide, manual, safety plan

Abstract: This is a document providing guidance for railroads preparing OMMs and Safety Plans to meet requirements

10 Jan 2017

Policy and Guidance

PTC Interoperability Testing Guidance

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Positive Train Control

Keywords: positive train control, ptc, interoperability, guidance, guide

Abstract: This is a document providing guidance and answers to common questions regarding PTC system interoperability testing

30 Dec 2016

Policy and Guidance

FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION GUIDANCE FOR DEVELOPING AN ATMOSPHERE-SUPPLYING EMERGENCY ESCAPE BREATHING APPARATUS PROGRAM

Subject Operating Practices, Worker Protection, Accident Reduction, Program Evaluation

Abstract: This document provides guidance to railroads developing and implementing an atmosphere-supplying emergency escape breathing apparatus (EEBA) program to protect railroad employees...