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Improving Railroad Safety through Understanding Close Calls

Improving Railroad Safety through Understanding Close Calls

Summary

Railroads can reduce risk before an accident by systematically studying close calls. Analyzing close calls is a proactive way to manage safety. A close call is "an opportunity to improve safety practices in a...