On Friday, Federal Railroad Administrator Joseph Szabo, senior rail industry leaders and rail labor union officials launched a collaborative effort aimed at educating railroad employees about the dangers of using electronic devices while on the job. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is encouraging railroads to adopt anti-distraction programs and challenging all rail employees to avoid the improper use of electronic devices.

"Distraction can impact anyone, whether they're driving a car or working in a railroad environment, and the consequences can be equally serious and even deadly," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood in a prepared statement.

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