Solid training is essential for railroad safety, that’s a given. And it’s not just the training itself that matters – it’s learner retention. Railroads are realizing they can greatly enhance…
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The term ‘harmonic rocking’ has a ring to it for those not in the railroad industry, but to those in the know, it’s a nightmare scenario that could end up…
Locomotive engineers have been qualified and trained with simulation technology for years. Through technology, the opportunity to leverage simulation beyond locomotive engineers is quickly emerging. Heartwood led the charge by developing…
With recovery on the horizon and industries resuming operations, intermodal transportation is edging toward pre-pandemic levels. During the pandemic of 2020, many railroads have rethought their training protocols and have…
The nation’s rail industry moves 24/7, 365 days per year and in all kinds of weather. Nothing stops it – not even global pandemics. But that doesn’t mean it chugs…
With the final installment of the 2008 Rail Safety Improvement Act guidelines in place, railroads seek to adopt standardized training that meets or exceeds 49 CFR Part 243 (and other)…
Daily locomotive inspections are required, and essential, when it comes to ensuring the safe operation of any railroad. And as railroads seek to continually enhance their safety protocols, they have…
While railroading remains an essential function during and post pandemic, the world will be impacted in various ways – including how we train employees. And capitalizing on methods that work…
How often are your employees forgetting small parts of your technical processes – and are you capturing these instances? It’s likely happening more often than you realize, and it creates…
“CSX is always exploring innovative ways to further strengthen safety, reliability and efficiency. By incorporating Heartwood’s virtual simulation technology, we’ve enhanced our training and improved employee proficiency.” Read the insightful…
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