Katie Inouye
Microlearning: A rediscovered training trend in 2021
As more training moved online and become asynchronous in the past year, it seems to have put "microlearning" back center stage in 2021.
Katie Inouye
- Jun 2, 2021
- 1 min
Webinar: Designated Employees & Designated Instructors
The 243 implementation deadline is passed, now what? In this webinar we will: Review the requirements and best practices for designating...
Katie Inouye
- May 25, 2021
- 3 min
The Difficult Aspect of Safety Training: Addressing Attitudes
Can training impact employee attitudes beyond making sure employees have the knowledge, skill, and ability? I believe it can when it is desi
Katie Inouye
- May 20, 2021
- 3 min
Can you inspire innovation? Do you want to?
As a business owner, consultant, instructional designer, and someone who cares about improving safety in my industry - I sometimes wonder ab
Katie Inouye
- Apr 28, 2021
- 2 min
243 Compliance Checklist
The deadline to submit initial training programs is just days away. But what about the other 243 requirements? Here is a checklist that...
Katie Inouye
- Apr 9, 2021
- 2 min
Do Railroad Contractors Need an FRA Approval Letter?
This has recently become the most common question I am asked by contractors There are a couple of points to consider in order to...
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
- Mar 4, 2021
- 4 min
Is training to blame when there is an accident/incident?
I have seen how often training bears the brunt of the blame when there is an accident or incident. But is training to blame?
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,...
Katie Inouye
- Mar 18, 2019
- 3 min
Implementing Safety Training that Actually Improves Safety
Have you ever attended a safety training program only to return to work and see the same unsafe behavior that the training just...
Katie Inouye
- Jan 15, 2019
- 1 min
Performance Support Tools
At Spark Training, our custom training solutions often involve the implementation of performance support tools to help support ongoing...
Katie Inouye
- Dec 3, 2018
- 3 min
OJT and the 70:20:10 Model of Learning
If you work in the railroad industry, chances are that you have become familiar with the acronym "OJT" for on-the-job training. OJT...