Standard
Contractors’ Responsibility for Safety on the Right-of-Way (ROW)
Abstract
This rail standard identifies a contractor’s responsibilities for knowing, complying with and enforcing rail transit agency (RTA) guidelines, rules and procedures and should govern the activities of contractors performing work on or near the right-of-way.
Document History
| Document Number | Version | Publication Date | Publication | Related Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APTA RT-OP-S-010-04 | Rev. 3 | 02/28/2023 | Published | Current |
| APTA RT-OP-S-010-04 | Rev. 2 | 10/06/2016 | Published | Superseded |
Keywords
contractor, right-of-way, safety
Summary
This standard shall be applied whenever contractors or other persons perform any work on or near the RTA’s ROW in order to assist in protecting themselves, their employees and subcontractors, passengers, RTA employees, and the public. It is the responsibility of every individual entering or working in close proximity to the RTA to follow all safety rules and procedures contained in this standard, to use caution, and to apply all safe work practices.
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APTA RT-OP-S-016-11, “Roadway Worker Protection Program Requirements”
APTA RT-OP-S-020-13, “Rail Transit Track Allocation Program Requirements”
APTA RT-OP-S-021-14, “On-Track Equipment Safety Requirements”
APTA RT-OP-RP-026-20, “Roadway Worker Near-Miss Reporting Requirements”
APTA RT-OP-S-020-13, “Rail Transit Track Allocation Program Requirements”
APTA RT-OP-S-021-14, “On-Track Equipment Safety Requirements”
APTA RT-OP-RP-026-20, “Roadway Worker Near-Miss Reporting Requirements”
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