Permitting Use of Computer-Based, Three-Dimensional Simulation for Periodic Refresher Training on Brake Systems
Built by the Tribune's code from the Federal Register. No AI wrote this page. Published in the Federal Register Aug. 31, 2026. Document 2026-17792. Updated Nov. 6, 2026.
- What it does
This rule permits railroads to use a simulation that is instructor-led, computer-based, and three-dimensional (3D) to satisfy the hands-on portion of periodic refresher training under FRA's brake system training requirements, consistent with waivers FRA has granted to date. This computer-based 3D simulation training can provide employees with randomized scenarios that may not be readily available for hands-on training and facilitate real-time feedback on performance of duties.
The Federal Railroad Administration's summary, as published in the Federal Register.
- What changed in the regulation
1 part of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations:
Wording on eCFR: the day before it took effect and from the day it took effect (first part listed).
- Compared with
The Federal Railroad Administration has published 23 final rules in 2026 so far, compared with 37 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from Federal Register records since Jan. 1, 2025.
- Before this
1 earlier Federal Register document under regulation identifier 2130-AD51 since Jan. 1, 2025.
- What happens next and when
This rule is effective September 30, 2026.
The agency's dates, word for word.
The record as published
| Document number | 2026-17792 |
|---|---|
| Action | Final rule. |
| Agencies | Transportation Department; Federal Railroad Administration |
| Published | Aug. 31, 2026 |
| Effective date | Sept. 30, 2026 |
| Regulation identifier (RIN) | 2130-AD51 |
| Docket | FRA-2025-0127 |
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