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Transit Systems Scramble to Meet 2020 Positive Train Control Deadline

FRA has approved four systems, but other still have work to do

Stephanie Loder

May 24, 2019

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There are signs of steady and continuous progress, but transportation officials admit many challenges still exist.

Transportation

DC Metrorail Track Maintenance Faces More Scrutiny

FTA report calls for more inspectors, improved training

Jim Parsons

August 11, 2016

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NTSB report on July 31 derailment says deteriorated ties, loose or missing components probably caused rails to shift.

Transportation

DC Metro's Safety Surge Report Card

Jim Parsons

July 20, 2016

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Early results are in on efforts to fast track rail system's voluminous maintenance needs.

Public Transit

After New FTA Order and Foxx's Warning, D.C. Metro Takes Safety Actions

Metro removing porcelain insulators, slowing train speeds to cut electricity 'draw'

Jim Parsons

Tom Ichniowski

May 11, 2016

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DOT Secretary warned on May 10 that he might shut down Metrorail if it failed to adhere to earlier FTA directives.

Enhancing Collaboration and Surpassing Traditional Design-Build Methods with Progressive Design-Build

Earn: 1 PDH; 1 AIA LU/Elective; 0.1 IACET CEU

Progressive Design-Build is reshaping large infrastructure projects by addressing key issues with the traditional Design-Build approach. We'll explore how PDB fosters collaboration between owners, design-builders, and design teams to develop a well-defined scope and budget, plus minimizes cost overruns and reduces liability claims.

Items Tagged with 'transit safety'

ARTICLES

Transit Systems Scramble to Meet 2020 Positive Train Control Deadline

DC Metrorail Track Maintenance Faces More Scrutiny

DC Metro's Safety Surge Report Card

After New FTA Order and Foxx's Warning, D.C. Metro Takes Safety Actions

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