US Issues New Rail Safety Rules After Quebec Disaster
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The Federal Railroad Administration on Friday issued an emergency order aimed at making the hauling of hazardous materials safer, following last month's deadly Quebec fuel train accident.
The order forbids trains hauling hazardous materials, which include crude oil and ethanol, from being left unattended on main tracks or siding unless approved by the agency. The order also requires railroads to develop processes for securing unattended hazardous materials on mainline tracks and siding. These processes include securing the locomotive, reviewing and verifying braking procedures and inspecting equipment.
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