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Rail Cars: Locomotives Inspection Form Reminder
April 21, 2020 — U.S. Army locomotive engine (courtesy copy)Army regulation, Federal Railroad Association (FRA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) require annual technical inspections on government-owned locomotives and rail cars. These inspections are mandatory and qualified representatives from the Defense Non-Tactical Generator and Rail Center... MORE

Rail Cars: Stow the Tiedown Assemblies!
April 7, 2020 — Remember to do a little housekeeping on the platform area of rail cars. That means stowing all tiedown chain assemblies in the platform’s anchor channels, or moving them to the center before any vehicles drive on or off the rail car... MORE

Rail Cars: Set the Hand Brakes to Stay Safe
February 25, 2020 — Ft Hood rail headRollover accidents that involve rail cars get the attention of rail and unit personnel and possibly the local media—not something any unit wants. A rollover will damage cars and loaded military equipment, not to mention bring harm or death to personnel. So avoid these accidents by keeping these pointers in mind before... MORE

Railroad Maintenance: Keeping Tracks Safely on Track
November 21, 2019 — The Army moves equipment from fort to port on railroad lines. But there are many behind-the-scene activities that enable rail lines to keep operating. Railroad track maintenance is the backbone that keeps the Army’s cargo moving. Without proper track inspection and maintenance, the railroad network can’t move the warfighters’ equipment and supplies. ... MORE

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