Railcar movers are formidable pieces of equipment used to move railroad cars around in a rail yard, rail line or industrial railway. Capable of being driven on the ground and on rails, railcar movers are so large, that they are capable of moving loads in excess of 50,000 pounds making proper safety procedures just as big of a deal as they have become.
Railcar operators have a significant responsibility to ensure safety in three key areas:
- To ourselves
- To fellow employees
- To customers and their goods
Most Common Safety Issues
- Using Equipment Not Designed to Move Railcars
- Lack of Railcar Mover Operator Training Program
- Operators Not Following Proper Railcar Moving Procedures
Safety is not a joke. Get properly trained, maintain clear communication with ground staff and, follow rules of the rail.