FAST Act | Locomotive Image and Audio Recording Devices for Passenger Trains Regulation

Rail agencies can rely on Wi-Tronix for proven support in navigating intricate regulatory requirements. Our commitment to compliance is exemplified by our success in Canada, where Wi-Tronix became the preferred onboard supplier for SOR/2020-178: Transport Canada’s Locomotive Voice and Video Recorder regulation.

Our cloud-based solution prioritizes data security by enabling granular control over user access. Authorized users can establish strict rules and assign user roles based on specific needs, ensuring that only authorized personnel have access to sensitive data.

Eliminate compliance concerns surrounding in-cab camera systems. Our solution leverages cutting-edge technology, including 360-degree cameras, to deliver a compliant solution. Authorized users can seamlessly access synchronized camera footage alongside other pertinent vehicle data through the web-based portal.

Our team understands the sensitivity of locomotive and image data. That’s why Wi-Tronix prioritizes the strongest security measures to safeguard your information. We utilize a combination of dedicated VPN tunnels and private wireless gateways to ensure data encryption at all times. Rest assured, your critical data remains completely private and never accessible to the public.

Understanding the regulation’s requirements and timelines can be a lot. Wi-Tronix partnered with the Commuter Rail Coalition (CRC) to discuss CFR 229.136 – Locomotive Image and Audio Recording Devices for Passenger Trains regulation alongside Ryan Coholan from Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and Devin Rouse from DCRail Advisory.

Prioritizing passenger and rail safety is our top goal. The Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) Section 11411 / Locomotive Image and Audio Recording Devices for Passenger Trains regulation mandates inward-facing and outward-facing image recording devices in all lead locomotives of passenger trains. This captured data provides your team with valuable insights for improved passenger safety, incident investigations, and more. And with the Wi-Tronix portal, authorized users can access this information anytime, anywhere, and from any device.