Federal Register #FRA-2026-0034

FRA Request for Comment: Remotely Controlled Switch Operations Information Collection

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comment on the extension of an information collection related to remotely controlled switch operations. - Government Buyer: - Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Request for public feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of an information collection requirement - Focused on records of protection requests for remotely controlled switches to ensure worker safety during inspections or servicing of rolling equipment or camp cars - Regulatory Reference: - Governed by 49 CFR 218.30 and 218.77 - Products/Services: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Notable Requirements: - The information collection supports regulatory compliance and safety oversight by FRA and state inspectors - Public suggestions are sought for improving the quality and reducing the burden of the collection

Description

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is seeking public comment on the extension without change of an existing information collection request related to remotely controlled switch operations. The collection requires operators of remotely controlled switches to maintain records of protection requests to ensure worker safety during inspections or servicing of rolling equipment. The information supports regulatory compliance monitoring by FRA and state inspectors. Comments are invited to improve the quality and reduce the burden of the information collection.

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