Standard

Rail Transit Track Inspection and Maintenance

Abstract

This standard provides minimum requirements for inspecting and maintaining rail transit system tracks.

Document History
Document Number Version Publication Date Publication Related Information
APTA RT-FS-S-002-02 Rev. 1 04/17/2017 Published Current

Keywords

fixed structures, inspection, maintenance, qualifications, rail transit system, structures, track, training

Summary

This document establishes a standard for the periodic inspection and maintenance of fixed structure rail transit tracks. This includes periodic visual, electrical and mechanical inspections of components that affect safe and reliable operation. This standard also identifies the necessary qualifications for rail transit system employees or contractors who perform periodic inspection and maintenance tasks.

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