The U.S. railroads have place a considerable emphasis
on ensuring the safety of their employees, customers,
and the communities they serve. The rail industry
has reduced its overall train accident rate 65%
from 1980 to 2003, including 16% in since 1990.
According to an April 2003 Federal Railroad Administration
report, “As judged by most indicators, long-term
safety trends on the Nation’s railroads
are very positive…and progress is being
made to continue these positive trends.”
The rate of railroad employee casualties is down
76% since 1980 and 64% since 1990, with 2003 the
lowest rate on record. U.S. railroads also have
employee injury rates well below those of most
major European railroads.
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