MET Railroad

A Legacy of Safety

MET Railroad is committed to maintaining safe operations for our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve.

Safety is the Standard.

MET Railroad’s commitment to safe operations is reflected in national industry recognition from the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association.

Tenants & Customers

Safety Partnership

Safety isn’t just regulatory compliance—it’s fundamental to how we’ve operated since 1911. We maintain rigorous standards, work closely with federal regulators, and partner with tenants to ensure every operation meets the highest safety protocols.

We takes great care to protect our employees and make safety a primary consideration in our workplace culture. We need your full partnership in extending this commitment to your facility, your employees, and your rail operations.

Customer Safety Handbook

Our comprehensive safety handbook provides guidelines to help keep your property safe for everyone. Your specific responsibilities are defined in your Industrial Track Agreement with MET and may contain additional requirements.

Community Members

Crossing Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Railroad Crossing Safety

The only safe place to cross railroad tracks is at a designated public crossing equipped with a crossbuck, flashing red lights, and/or gates. Crossing at any other location is illegal trespassing and may result in tickets or fines.

Critical facts:

94% of all rail-related fatalities and injuries occur at railroad crossings or due to trespassing
Almost all of these incidents are preventable
Disregarding posted signs, driving around crossing gates, or walking on railroad tracks is illegal
MET works closely with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and local law enforcement to enhance crossing safety and prevent trespassing.

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Train Horn Requirements

Under federal law (49 CFR Part 222), locomotive engineers must sound train horns at least 15 seconds, and no more than 20 seconds, in advance of all public grade crossings.

The standard pattern: 2 long, 1 short, 1 long blast, repeated until the locomotive occupies the crossing.

Volume levels: Train horns operate between 96-110 decibels to ensure they can be heard over ambient noise and inside vehicles.

These requirements exist to prevent collisions and save lives. For complete train horn regulations, visit the FRA Train Horn Rule page.

Questions About Safety?

MET Railroad is committed to transparent, responsive communication about safety.

If you have questions about our safety protocols, crossing procedures, or regulatory compliance, please contact us.