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Issue No. 3 – July 2022
The latest information to keep you informed on the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project.
A message from the Minister of Transport
Dear Residents of Lac-Mégantic, Nantes and Frontenac,
I am pleased that many of you attended the Open House held in June, and I hope you enjoyed the time spent with the experts and that they answered your questions about the project.
From the beginning, this project has been about helping the community recover from the tragedy, and we want to do it right.
Risks of refilling single-use TC-39M/DOT-39 cylinders
The purpose of this safety advisory is to advise the general public of the risks and dangers involved in refilling 1lb cylinders intended for one-time use only.
The definition of single-use cylinders
A TC-39M/DOT 39 cylinder is a seamless, welded, or brazed cylinder. They are most known as propane camping cylinders to conveniently provide fuel for heating and cooking during outdoor activities and for torch fuel use.
Zero-emission vehicles
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Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles
Purchase and lease incentives up to $
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) combine different information and communications technologies, such as cameras, Bluetooth detection, and advanced data analytics. These systems can help make the transportation system safer and more efficient, and they're a key part of Canada's road transportation system.
Order under Section 32.01 of the Railway Safety Act due to COVID-19, No. 22
Whereas the World Health Organization has characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic and that pandemic is affecting Canada;
Whereas, pursuant to section 45 of the Railway Safety ActFootnote a, the Minister of Transport has, in writing, authorized the Director General, Rail Safety, to make an order under section 32.01Footnote b of that Act;
Order pursuant to Section 32.01 of the Railway Safety Act (MO 22-02) Order Ending Vaccination Mandates for Passengers and Employees
Whereas, pursuant to section 32.01 of the Railway Safety Act, if the Minister considers it necessary in the interests of safe railway operations, the Minister may, by order sent to a company require the company to stop any activity that might constitute a threat to safe railway operations or to follow the procedures or take the corrective measures specified in the order;
Whereas ministerial orders 21-07.3 and 21-09.2, issued pursuant to section 32.01 of the Railway Safety Act, included requirements related to verifying proof of vaccination for passengers and employees;
Research summary – Assessment of Alternating Current Field Measurement Non-Destructive Testing (ACFM NDT) for use on tank cars
Summary
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques are often used to identify flaws during routine tank car inspections. One technique known as Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFM) is being proposed for use by tank car manufacturers for inspection purposes.
Subpart F
F. Inspection
1. Scope
This subpart prescribes minimum requirements for the frequency and manner of inspecting track to detect deviations from the TSR.