Federal Railroad Administration Enforcement of the Hazardous Materials Regulations: Penalty Guidelines

FRA is publishing the penalty guideline amounts it uses in initial determinations of proposed civil penalty assessments for documented violations of DOT's Hazardous Materials Regulations. This action will make those against whom FRA enforces the Hazardous Materials Regulations more aware of the potential consequences for documented violations. FRA intends the publication of these penalty guidelines to increase compliance with the Hazardous Materials Regulations and, thereby, to enhance safety. FRA is also revising its enforcement procedures to reflect the current statutory minimum and maximum penalties for violations of the Federal hazardous materials transportation safety laws.