Safety-Related Communications
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 …
The Hazards of Summer Heat Exposure
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 …
Short Line Safety Institute: 2023 Systematic Review
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, …
Opportunity Resolution Worksheet
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 …
SLSI Serves as Peer Review Team for Short Line C3RS
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 …
Core Element 6: Personal Responsibility
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 …
Safety Culture Core Element 10
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, …
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 …
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 …