Railroads no longer need to measure track 'runoff' — other rules cover it

The US Federal Railroad Administration has removed a specific measurement requirement for track surfaces. It turns out other existing safety rules already address the same problem.

Railroad operators previously had to measure a specific track parameter called 'runoff' to ensure safety. This rule change means they no longer need to do that, simplifying compliance. The agency believes other rules already in place are sufficient to prevent the same kinds of accidents.