Category: Transportation
SMART TD members at Birmingham Terminal Railway ratify first pact
After four-plus years of arduous contract negotiations and mediation, SMART TD train and engine service members operating at Birmingham Terminal Railway (BHRR) have ratified their first generation collective bargaining agreement that governs wages and working conditions on th [...]
SMART TD welcomes Golden Isles’ yardmasters, train and engine service employees
Train and engine service employees as well as yardmaster employees of Golden Isles Terminal Railroad recently voted yes to SMART TD representation. On May 12, the National Mediation Board (NMB) certified that SMART TD has been duly designated and authorized to represent train [...]Amtrak engineer faces criminal charges in 2015 Philadelphia crash
NPR.org recently reported that Brandon Bostian is facing eight counts of involuntary manslaughter, one count of causing or risking a catastrophe and several counts of reckless endangerment – for the 2015 Amtrak crash near Philadelphia. Bostian, an experienced train engi [...]Railroaders – Tips on sleeping well, despite grueling schedule
Employees of the railroad are no strangers to working long hours and ever-changing shifts. Despite these challenges, rail workers are expected to maintain healthy sleep habits. Click here to learn more about sleep management with RailroadersSleep.org’s, “Smart Sl [...]“Women of Steel” exhibit showcases women trailblazers of the railroad
The Union Pacific Museum recently opened the “Women of Steel” exhibit that honors and highlights the history and achievements of the unsung women trailblazers in one of the few industries still dominated by men – the rail industry. The exhibit will run at th [...]
Tick bites: arm yourself with facts and prevention tips
Health experts are reporting that due to above-average winter temperatures across most of the country, tick populations are on the rise. Click on Your Track to Health to learn the basics about tick bites. For tips on how to prevent tick bites, click here to visit the National [...]