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Nashville, TN

September 23–26, 2018

Preventing Rail Suicides and Trespasser Strikes

Patrick Sherry, Ph.D., Professor, °ÄÃÅÓéÀÖ³¡
September 25

Suicide in the United States has surged to the highest levels in nearly 30 years, a federal data analysis has found, with increases in every age group except older adults. While suicide is a community issue, railroads and transit agencies are increasing their attention to this growing problem. Recently-released U.S. government statistics reveal that railroad grade crossing incidents and rail trespass casualties increased in 2017, as well. Join a discussion on efforts and partnerships agencies have designed for the prevention of suicides and trespasser strikes.

Mental Health Awareness & Trespass Prevention Strategies in Rail Transit

Hilary E. Konczal, CSSD-WSO, CSM, CST
Chair, Commuter Rail Safety & Security Subcommittee
Chief Safety and Environmental Officer, Metra, Chicago, IL