The Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) conducts an annual review of Safety Culture Assessments (SCA) reports created in a given year. A Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) research results paper titled …
Several of the Ten Core Elements of a Strong Safety Culture discuss the importance of safety-related communications. This Safety Tip offers some recommendations to help railroads establish strong lines of …
Summer heat is dangerous and can be deadly. This Safety Tip describes the symptoms of and first-aid treatments for three levels of heat-related illness. It also provides tips for preventing …
The Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) has released a Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) research results paper analyzing the twenty Safety Culture Assessments (SCAs) conducted on short line railroads in 2023, …
After completing a Safety Culture Assessment and reading the final report, railroads can use the Opportunity Resolution Worksheet to organize and prioritize opportunities for improvement. This Opportunity Resolution Worksheet template …
In a test of a new model for participation in the Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C3RS), the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) chose the Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) to …
SLSI has adopted the 10 Core Elements of a strong safety culture. Element 6 discusses the importance of employees taking personal responsibility for safety, and this month’s tip offers steps …
SLSI has adopted the U.S. Department of Transportation Safety Council’s definition of a strong safety culture, which utilizes 10 Core Elements. Element 10 covers training and resources to support 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 …
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 …
