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WMSC adopts three investigation reports after hazardous spill and two improper-movement near-misses
Summary
The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission adopted three investigation reports documenting a contractor rail-grinder hydraulic spill and two near-miss improper rail-vehicle movements; the commission approved the reports by unanimous vote and discussed staff and Metro corrective actions.
The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission voted unanimously to adopt three investigation reports presented at its April meeting: a hazardous-material spill by a contractor-operated rail grinder and two improper rail-vehicle movement incidents.
Mr. Quigley summarized the hazardous-spill investigation (Whiskey0365). On Aug. 7, 2024, contractor-operated rail grinder unit 8126 stalled near Foggy Bottom and later leaked hydraulic fluid after a hose fitting failed; approximately 50 gallons of hydraulic fluid spilled onto the track. No injuries or adverse environmental impacts were reported. Metro Rail and contractor personnel removed the unit from service, cleaned the track with absorbents, and ultimately removed the vehicle from Metro property; WMSC reported the vehicle left Metro property as of Jan.…
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