Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane season is June 1st through November 30th. Heavy rain, high winds and flooding can cause severe damage to railroad equipment and infrastructure. Knowing what…
Bites and Stings
Bites, stings and diseases from insects, snakes, rodents and other animals can pose some danger to railroad workers, as railroad right of ways, switches, derails,…
Sleep and Worker Fatigue
Long work hours and extended and irregular shifts may be stressful physically, mentally and emotionally, and demanding work schedules may disrupt the body’s natural cycle,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…