August 2016

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The FRA has acted...

Overview

Positive Train Control (PTC) is a processor-based/communication-based train control system designed to prevent train accidents.  PTC may be voluntarily developed and implemented by a railroad following the requirements of Title...

Introduction

The objectives of FRA's Human Factors R&D Program, consistent with Departmental strategic goals, are to improve the safety of rail transportation. This goal is achieved through applied and theoretical...

November 30 –...

November 28-30,...

October 13-15, 2015

The Federal Railroad Administration hosted the second FRA Rail Program Delivery Meeting—a three-day conference for grantees, railroad representatives, federal oversight contractors, and staff, focused on rail project...

For FRA grantees, these videos introduce basic...

FRA’s FINAL CAPITAL COST ESTIMATING GUIDANCE IS AVAILABLE HERE

FRA developed this capital cost estimating guidance for project sponsors and the railroad industry as part of...