Then select current rules, scroll down to chapter 9. They are mandatory and binding on carriers as defined in the scope rule or the preface of each section of this document. The rail safety improvement act of 2008 rsia required that the secretary of the united states department of transportation secretary or dot establish minimum training standards for all safety related railroad employees. Feedback on watco transportation safety rules and safe job procedures suggestion forms have been included in appendix c to make it easier for anyone to offer feedback and suggestions on the book. This file differs in format, but not content, from the printed book issued to crew members. Roadway worker protection regulations 49cfr214, subpart c and cn railroads on track safety rules. The rule book gert8000 and other national operations publications are. This agreement is a contractual arrangement by which the parties signing agree to abide by the aar. Get the best deals on collectible railroad rule books when you shop the largest online selection at. Corrected version of 2015 rail rule book this rule book is an edited version of the 2015 rail rule book, including the corrections made and noted in the first printing of the 2015 rail rule book. The general code of operating rules gcor is a set of operating rules for railroads in the united states. The rules, forms, and settlement regulations reproduced herein supersede those published in the previous edition of this book.
Fra exercises its responsibilities for regulating the safety of the nations railroad system and development of intercity passenger rail through several means, including. These rules herein govern the operations of the railroads listed. The federal railroad administration fra makes it its mission. The rail safety improvement act of 2008 rsia required that the secretary of the united states department of transportation secretary or dot establish minimum training standards for all safetyrelated railroad employees. Any changes to rules and procedures since august 2015 have been released as bulletins and notices which remain in effect. Nec future is the federal railroad administrations fra comprehensive plan for improving the northeast corridor nec from washington, d. Employees must have a copy of, be familiar with, and comply with all safety rules issued in a separate book or in another form. Rail safety california public utilities commission. The railroad commissions current lpgas safety rules can be viewed online at. The gcor is used by class i railroads west of chicago, most of the class ii railroads, and many shortline railroads. Safety rules and general responsibilities for all employees only to the injured employee, an immediate relative of the injured or deceased employee, an authorized representative of the railroad, an officer of the law, or other persons in. Book of museum policies and best practices safety rules.
Appendix d to part 2 minimally compliant analytical track mcat simulations used for qualifying vehicles to operate at high speeds and at high cant deficiencies. Railroads and private car owners subscribe to the aar interchange agreement. Liquefied petroleum gas safety rules texas rrc railroad. The intent is to assist rail employees to perform their duties safely and effectively. The rail rule book contains rules which govern the safe performance and. The office executes its regulatory and inspection responsibilities through a diverse staff of railroad safety experts. Mechanical safety rules and policies in effect at 0001 central, mountain and pacific continental time sunday, october 31, 2004 bnsf safety vision we believe every accident or injury is preventable. Fras office of railroad safety promotes and regulates safety throughout the nations railroad industry. Safety and a willingness to obey the rules are of the first importance in the performance of duty. The track safety standards compliance manual chapters 17 and appendix provides technical guidance to federal and state track inspectors. The interchange agreement promotes railroad safety and efficient interchange. If you do not have the adobe acrobat reader installed on your computer, you can obtain the software free of charge at. Railway passenger handling safety rules pdf transports canada. This manual condenses and paraphrases selected language in the oregon revised statutes.
General safety rules and rules and regulations for the operation of railroad equipment may 1, 1987. Nuclear plants, for example, are subject to the rules of the nuclear regulatory commission nrc. Transportation safety rules and safe job procedures. Through nec future, the fra has worked closely with nec states, railroads, stakeholders, and the public to define a longterm vision for the corridors future. Our vision is that burlington northern santa fe will operate free of accidents and injuries. All railroads and private car owners should have copies of the interchange rules that govern the mechanical requirements for freight cars. Locomotive safety standards the locomotive inspection act makes it unlawful for any carrier to use or permit. Apr 01, 2015 gcor general code of operating rules seventh edition effective april 1, 2015 these rules herein govern the operations of the railroads listed and must be complied with by all employees regardless of gender. Federal railroad administration reminds workers that osha. Gcor general code of operating rules seventh edition effective april 1, 2015 these rules herein govern the operations of the railroads listed and must be complied with by all employees regardless of gender. For example, a railroad may use a locomotive with a defective toilet in switching service for up to 10 days, at which time it must be repaired or used in the trailing position. Union pacific railroad safety book transition guide. Texas central railroad highspeed rail safety standards.
It is optional to print the cror and protection of track units and track work together as one book or. Cpuc is the state agency charged with ensuring the safety of freight railroads, intercity and commuter railroads, and highwayrailroad crossings in the state of california. Legislative rules, nonlegislative rules interpretive rules and policy statements, and. Statement of safety policy it is union pacific railroad s policy to conduct its business in a manner that addresses the safety of employees, contractors, customers and the communities we serve. On march 10, 2020, fra published a notice of proposed rulemaking nprm that would establish safety standards for the texas central railroad tcrr high speed rail system. Link to both fra roadway worker and cns ontrack safety rules under 49cfr214, subpart c, railroad contractors are responsible for the training of their employees on these regulations. The rail safety and standards board rssb publish a rulebook with guidelines and processes that all of us in the industry must follow to. Then select current rules, scroll down to chapter 9, lpgas safety rules and select the rule you want to read. The printed book must be carried at all times by members of the train crews. The guidance provided in this manual may be revoked or modified without notice by memorandum of the associate. Statement of safety policy it is union pacific railroads policy to conduct its business in a manner that addresses the safety of employees, contractors, customers and the communities we serve. To comply with that statutory mandate, the federal railroad. The documents below are in adobe acrobat pdf format.
The handbook is written to meet the needs of project owners, and small and mediumsized contractors. It is made available for people to use in studying to take the safety exam. Unauthorized access, use, distribution, or modification of union pacific computer systems or their content is prohibited by law. Uprr general code of operating rules union pacific railroad. Doing for railway transportation what ralph naders unsafe at any speed did for the automobile industry, railroad collisions is a sobering look at how mismanagement and misinformation endangers lives throughout americas sprawling rail system. Pdf this chapter presents an abstract system framework called system for. Some railroads modify the gcor rules to suit their specific operations. Vtg rare 1948 n y railroad mta single car testing device new york air brake co.
Fra is announcing three public hearings to provide members of the public an opportunity to provide oral comments on the proposed safety requirements. An examination of mismanagement and misinformation that endangers lives. The commissions rail safety program serves the public and railroad employees by implementing engineering, education and compliance programs that reduce deaths, injuries, and property damage on or around railroads. It is optional to print the cror and protection of track units and track work together as one book or separately as cror book 1 and cror book 2. The compliance manual provides guidance for enforcement of the track safety standards tss. Effective june 1, 2017 includes updates as of february 15, 2019 pb20369 union pacific railroad. Railroad operations and safety branch the railroad operations and safety branch rosb is responsible for ensuring that california communities and railroad employees are protected from unsafe practices on freight and passenger railroads by enforcing state and federal rail safety rules, regulations, and inspection efforts. An evaluation of railroad safety 1978, by united states congress office of technology assessment pdf files at princeton items below if any are from related and broader terms. When used by a railway, they will not indicate the word optional in that companys version of the cror. The field manual is required to be on hand at all railroad freight car repair facilities and affiliated contract shops. Union pacific will strive to prevent all incidents, accidents, injuries and occupational. Employees governed by these rules must have a current copy they can refer to while on duty. The staff includes 400 federal safety inspectors who operate out of eight regional offices. If you do not have the adobe acrobat reader installed on your computer, you can obtain the software free of charge at whenever you discover a safety violation which the carrier does not immediately correct, you should promptly contact the employees union representative, andor the.
Safety resource manual, personal protective equipment policy assessment. The rail rule book contains rules which govern the safe performance and conduct of all rail employees and personnel responsible for revenue service and maintenance of sfmtas rail operations. Dec 30, 2016 the federal occupational safety and health administration osha is not the only agency that makes rules protecting worker safety and health. Liquefied petroleum gas safety rules railroad commission of. The gcor rules are intended to enhance railroad safety. Each regional administrator is supported by two deputy regional administrators, chief inspectors, supervisory specialists, grade crossing safety managers and. Within ctc limits or within manual interlocking limits unless track bulletin form b is in effect. Safety rules and general responsibilities for all employees. Any changes to rules and procedures since august 2015 have been released as bulletins and notices which remain in. Burlington northern santa fe will achieve this vision.
Then click on the link that says lpg safety rules pdf under examinations and certification. Construction project safetymanagement bestpractices handbook. Construction project safetymanagement bestpractices. Please note electronic pdf proofs andor laser proofs are for content and layout only. Those rules shown as optional may be adopted by a railway. The railway accounting rules is a publication of the association of american railroads. Bnsf provides safety rules for all employees, as well as craftspecific safety rule books, which describe safety precautions and considerations for most daily work tasks. The general code of operating rules gcor garden railways.
Union pacific railroad contractor minimum safety requirements union pacific railroad contractor minimum safety requirements page 6 of 14 footwear as defined by osha standard 1910. The rules cover employee responsibilities, signaling equipment, procedures for safe train movement, dealing with accidents and other topics that directly and indirectly affect railroad safety. The purpose of the oregon driver manual is to help drivers prepare. New railroad safety book trains magazine trains news. Railroad rule book union pacific mechanical exam for firemen to engineer 1950. The georgia department of transportation, office of. The railroad safety units mission is to identify, reduce and eliminate hazards at atgrade railroad crossings in the state of georgia through the installation of warning device equipment, crossing consolidation, roadway and striping improvements to crossing approaches and grade separations. New railroad safety book trains magazine trains news wire. Reason for and objective of the third railway safety framework document. Aug 24, 2016 apparently this book is available as a free download. Bnsf train, yard and engine employees are also subject to the general code of operating rules, which is a standard set of rail industry rules. They will guide and direct us in maintaining a safe work environment. Union pacific railroad company contractor minimum safety.