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28 Jan 2021

Presentations

Human Error Potential in Human-Automation Interaction: Investigations of Performance in the Locomotive Cab

Author
Angelia Sebok

Subject Automation, Human Factors, Positive Train Control, Train Control

Keywords: HF; Operator Performance; human performance; Cab Technology Integration Lab; CTIL; simulation; simulator; human-in-the-loop; PTC; Trip Optimizer; TO; workload

Abstract:

The study was a simulator-based human-in-the-loop investigation of human-automation interaction, specifically with Positive Train Control (PTC) and Trip Optimizer (TO) systems...

3 Jun 2019

Compliance Manuals

Training, Qualification, and Oversight for Safety-Related Railroad Employees; Compliance Guide

Author
Rob Castiglione

Subject Railroad System Oversight

Keywords: Training

Abstract: Updated May 2019 Compliance Guide for 49 CFR Part 243

Discipline
Human Performance Division

25 Apr 2007

Technical Bulletins

Guidance for Record Keeping of Annual Periodic Inspection of the Hand or Parking Brake on Passenger Cars and Unpowered Vehicles Used in Passenger Trains, 49 CFR Section 238.307(d)(2)

Author
Office of Railroad Safety

Subject Motive Power and Equipment

Keywords: Blue Card; unpowered vehicles

Bulletin Number
MP&E 07-02
Discipline
Motive Power and Equipment

3 Apr 2007

Technical Bulletins

Inbound Inspection & Record-keeping Requirements Related to Extended Haul Trains

Author
Office of Railroad Safety

Subject Motive Power and Equipment

Keywords: Class I Brake inspection

Bulletin Number
MP&E 07-01
Discipline
Motive Power and Equipment

10 Jan 2005

Technical Bulletins

Retention of ExclusiveOoccupancy Records by Dispatcher

Author
Edward W. Pritchard

Subject Roadway Worker Protection, Track

Keywords: RWIC; train dispatcher ; control operator in charge ; 49 C.F.R. Part 228; RWP

Bulletin Number
G-05-23
Discipline
General