Katie Inouye
Why Training is to Blame for Railroad Fatalities and Incidents
When was the last time you discussed the root causes behind railroad incidents? Stick with me here… many of you who know me, know that I...
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Holly Rainwater
- May 11, 2022
- 3 min
10 Steps to Collection Site Security and Integrity – What Are You Doing to Assist Your Collector?
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has done a good job providing collection agents with information on maintaining the integrity of a...
Katie Inouye
- Apr 29, 2022
- 1 min
Join Us for an Upcoming Webinar
Join us for one of our upcoming webinars! Register below. Drug & Alcohol Testing: Collection Site Integrity As a DOT employer, how good...
Katie Inouye
- Apr 21, 2022
- 1 min
Updating your 243 Plan Just Got Easier
It's been almost a year since 49 CFR Part 243 has gone into effect for contractors and short line railroads.
Katie Inouye
- Feb 19, 2022
- 6 min
Effective March 4th: Mechanical Employees Included in Part 219
On February 2, 2022, FRA published a Final Rule updating 49 CFR Part 219 to include Mechanical Employees. This post provides a brief update
Katie Inouye
- Oct 6, 2021
- 3 min
What Records Must be Maintained for 243?
There are a handful of records you should be maintained to ensure you can demonstrate your compliance with 49 CFR Part 243.
Katie Inouye
- Sep 28, 2021
- 4 min
243 Oversight and 217 Operational Tests
While railroads can use their operational testing program for the required periodic oversight in 243, there are some differences you should
Katie Inouye
- Aug 8, 2021
- 2 min
243 is here and I just hired someone, now what?
Your 243 submission is done. But now you are hiring, are you ready to implement your plan?
Katie Inouye
- Apr 5, 2021
- 1 min
Webinar: 243 Question & Answer
The May 1st implementation deadline for 49 CFR Part 243 is almost here! Join us to talk through any remaining questions you may have on...
Katie Inouye
- Apr 2, 2021
- 2 min
How to Submit Your 243 Programs
Are you almost ready to submit your 243 training programs but having questions about what to submit or not to submit or how to use the FRA's
Katie Inouye
- Mar 30, 2021
- 2 min
Grandfathering-in Existing Employees Under 49 CFR Part 243
Do you need to re-train your existing employees under 49 CFR Part 243? The answer is probably not. However, I have talked to several...
Katie Inouye
- Feb 28, 2021
- 2 min
Can you use your 217 program for 243? Yes, BUT (and it is a big BUT)...
I have seen growing confusion regarding the difference between the OJT and the current industry practice of conducting efficiency (or operat
Katie Inouye
- Feb 10, 2021
- 3 min
Flipping the Perspective of 49 CFR Part 243
If you are feeling stuck trying to get started with 49 CFR Part 243, you are not alone. However, I have found that simply looking at the req
Katie Inouye
- Oct 16, 2019
- 1 min
Free 243 Webinar w/FRA: Initial Training Programs & Oversight
Get your questions on 243 answered with Rob Castiglione from FRA and walk away with a process for the initial training program requirements.
Katie Inouye
- Aug 5, 2019
- 1 min
Webinar Series: A Practical Overview of 243
Go beyond FRA's compliance guide and gain practical insights to help you prepare for 243 with this free webinar series.
Katie Inouye
- Jun 8, 2019
- 1 min
FRA has Changed What You Will Submit for 49 Part 243
If you currently gathering paperwork for your Part 243 submission, you'll want to take a look at FRA's new compliance guide for Part 243.
Katie Inouye
- May 18, 2019
- 1 min
FRA Proposes to Update Engineer Certification
While not unexpected for many of us, FRA proposed to revise the regulation that governs the certification of locomotive engineers.
Katie Inouye
- Apr 17, 2019
- 2 min
3 Reasons for Small Businesses to Invest in a Learning Management System
Many small companies may not have even heard of a learning management system (LMS). However, for companies, such as short line railroads,...
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