OSHA Investigating Fatal Train Collision with Public Works Snowplow

A Bartlett Public Works employee died after a Metra train struck the small snowplow he was operating near the Bartlett station on January 26, 2026.
The collision occurred at the intersection of Oak and Railroad avenues during routine snow removal.
Following the incident, OSHA and federal transportation officials initiated investigations into safety protocols at the crossing.
Authorities are examining potential factors like visibility issues and environmental noise that may have contributed to the accident.

New NIOSH guidance provides a framework for employers to manage safety risks as artificial intelligence enters the workplace.
The agency advises treating AI as a factor that modifies existing hazards rather than a separate category, allowing firms to adapt current control practices.
The guidance specifically warns of psychosocial risks, including increased stress and cognitive load from AI monitoring.
NIOSH recommends proactive assessments to mitigate these software-driven occupational threats.

YMX Logistics is addressing high injury rates in yard operations by transitioning from traditional shunting to advanced yard management systems.
These technological solutions reduce ground-level hazards by minimizing personnel’s physical presence among moving heavy equipment.
The approach integrates automated workflows and real-time visibility to decrease the likelihood of collisions and struck-by accidents.
This strategy aims to create a controlled environment prioritizing preventative safety over reactive measures.