(f) A track owner shall advise the appropriate FRA Regional Office at least 10
ยง213.235 Inspection of Switches, Track Crossings, and Lift Rail Assemblies or Other
qualified State or FRA inspector while
... between railroad maintenance requirements and the very minimal FRA safety standards.
concrete plank (for 141-lb. rail) placed on 10-ft. switch ties. Also
6.4 Switches, Track Crossings, Lift Rail Assemblies or Other
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation (DOT).
Appendix E (informational): Typical track and switch inspection forms .
{besps_c}0|2turnouts.jpg| Gauge for inspection of switch rail damage (U.K.).
The Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Track Safety Standards are the