Federal Railroad Administration finalizes new certification rules for train dispatchers and signal repairmen to improve rail safety.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has finalized new federal certification rules for train dispatchers and signal repairmen, setting minimum standards to ensure they have the necessary skills to operate modern, high-tech rail systems. The FRA aims to improve rail safety following the East Palestine derailment and address investor pressure on railroads to continuously cut costs. The rules were in development before the derailment, but the FRA sees them as part of broader efforts to enhance safety in the industry.

May 20, 2024
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