Statistics relating to railroad safety performance in the United States during the period 1977-1982 are compiled and reviewed. A substantial improvement occured during this period in each of the major areas of safety performance-human injuries, train accident and financial cost. Some correlations are noted between safety performance indicators and other measurable variables. Keywords: Data base; Safety programs; Personal injuries; Correlation analysis; Financial investment.


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    Title :

    Statistical Analysis of Railroad Safety Performance, 1977-1982


    Contributors:
    J. F. Polk (author)

    Publication date :

    1987


    Size :

    205 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English