Commentary

• November 17, 2021
• Regulatory

49 CFR Part 243 Training Costs: ROI Considerations

The costs railroads can save with simulation training recertifications are significant. Railroads have to meet recertification standards for FRA compliance, performing check-in training for safety reasons. However, if railroad workers aren’t able to accurately and immediately identify danger points, disaster is imminent.

Commentary

• September 20, 2021
• Freight Cars

FRA’s Waiver Process for Training Innovation

FRA waivers come in handy—when you know they exist. Every company, utility and mode of transportation experienced accelerated technological adoption in 2020 to accommodate pandemic challenges.

Commentary

• July 02, 2021
• News

Five Takeaways From COVID-19’s Impact on Railroad Staffing

As it has with everything else in the world, COVID-19 has impacted railroading in a variety of ways—and staffing is one of them. Here are five takeaways from this past year, around what to expect and potential ways to alleviate the impact of each.