November 20, 2018: (SA) Safety Advisory Related to Temporary Signal Suspensions

The Federal Railroad Administration issued a Safety Advisory regarding railroad operations under temporary signal suspensions. The advisory suggests using industry best practices during the planning and implementation of temporary signal suspensions.
Additionally, the advisory recommends railroads develop and implement procedures that are consistent with those identified as industry best practices to ensure the safety of railroad operations, railroad employees, and the public during signal suspensions.

Docket No. FRA–2018–0037; Notice No. 2; Safety Advisory 2018–02