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Under this statute, the FRA utilizes civil penalties to compel railroads to correct safety deficiencies and procedural weaknesses. These penalties are often applied in cases involving: 21304 rar
: Failure to submit accurate monthly reports on collisions, derailments, and injuries. AI responses may include mistakes
: Non-compliance with mandates for Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatus (EEBA) in locomotive cabs, especially when transporting hazardous materials. Regulatory Context These penalties are often applied in cases involving:
: Violations of the Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) regulations, such as improper use of safety bays or niches.
The FRA uses the data collected from these reporting requirements to establish inspection strategies and calculate the costs and benefits of new safety rules. Compliance is monitored through internal control procedures (ICPs) that railroads must maintain and audit.
Section 21304 is frequently cited alongside related enforcement statutes:
