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The beginning of a new year is an ideal time for rail operators to evaluate compliance programs before operational demands increase. Track inspections play a critical role in maintaining safe and reliable rail infrastructure, yet they are often an area where small gaps can develop if programs are not regularly reviewed. Addressing these needs early in the year helps organizations reduce risk, improve consistency, and stay aligned with regulatory expectations. Under 49 CFR Par

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) recently approved a waiver allowing freight railroads to reduce the frequency of manual track inspections when automated inspection technology is being used consistently. Under the new guidelines, railroads may shift from twice-weekly visual inspections to once a week , supported by automated systems that use lasers, sensors, and high-resolution imaging to detect changes in track geometry. Railroads maintain that this technology is mo