Housekeeping for Safety

Accidents and injuries can occur not only in the yard or while operating vehicles, but also in employees’ workspaces. Utilizing good housekeeping practices can help prevent injuries and lead to …

Railroad Terminology for First Responder Training

Hazardous materials response training for volunteer or remote emergency responders should include an introduction to essential railroad terminology that relates to the transportation of hazardous materials. Check out this hazmat …

Switches, Derails and Clearance Points

Knowing about switches, derails and clearance points and best practices for operating and using them is crucial for team member safety. Check out this safety tip to learn more about …

Winter Work Preparedness

Good preparation is essential to personal safety when preparing for outdoor work during the winter. Check out this safety tip to learn more about frostbite and hypothermia and how to …

OSHA Standards and the Top Ten Most Frequently Cited

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. OSHA standards are …

One-Time Movement Approval Process

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has the authority to issue one-time movement approvals (OTMA) for bulk packages/packaging that no longer conform to the Hazardous Materials Regulations. Check out this hazmat …

Blue Signal Protection

Blue signal usage should be employed when any employee or contractor is engaged in the inspection, testing, repair, and servicing of rolling equipment whose activities require them to work on, …

Non-Accidental Releases (NARs)

Routinely reviewing protocol for hazardous materials releases is a great topic for safety briefings. Check out this hazmat safety tip to learn more about non-accidental releases (NARs) and necessary response …

Railroad Right-of-Way Precautions

While not inherently dangerous, the rail environment contains a unique infrastructure and moving equipment. It’s better to know before you go when responding to calls for service on railroad property. …

Job Safety Briefings

Check out this Safety Tip to learn more about best practices for conducting job safety briefings. Watch a Safety Minute video on this topic by clicking here.