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TSA Pipeline and Rail Security

Sets security requirements for pipeline and rail transportation systems, including cybersecurity measures, personnel vetting, and security planning. Applies to owners and operators of pipeline facilities and freight and passenger rail systems.

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About this regulation

Security regulations for freight railroad carriers, passenger rail carriers, rail transit systems, and pipeline operators. Covers security coordinator requirements, security training, reporting of security concerns, inspection and access provisions, and pipeline-specific cybersecurity and physical security directives.

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Regulatory details

Full title: TSA Pipeline and Rail Security
Regulatory body: Transportation Security Administration
Jurisdiction: 🇺🇸 United States
Document type: regulation
Effective date: January 1, 2024
Issuing authority: U.S. Department of Homeland Security — Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Industry: Transportation
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Who this applies to

freight railroad carrierspassenger railroad carriersrail transit systemspipeline facility operators

Key requirements

freight railroad security
passenger rail security
pipeline security plans
cybersecurity measures
security coordinator designation
reporting of security concerns
security training programs
inspection and access provisions

Frequently asked questions about 49 CFR 1580

What is 49 CFR 1580?

Who does 49 CFR 1580 apply to?

49 CFR 1580 applies to freight railroad carriers, passenger railroad carriers, rail transit systems, pipeline facility operators.

How many obligations does 49 CFR 1580 contain?

AuditDSS has decomposed 49 CFR 1580 into 81 atomic obligations from 10 rules. Each obligation is independently testable and risk-scored.

What are the key requirements of 49 CFR 1580?

The key requirements include: freight railroad security, passenger rail security, pipeline security plans, cybersecurity measures, security coordinator designation, reporting of security concerns, security training programs, inspection and access provisions.

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Which jurisdiction enforces 49 CFR 1580?

49 CFR 1580 is enforced in United States by Transportation Security Administration.

When did 49 CFR 1580 come into effect?

49 CFR 1580 became effective on January 1, 2024.

What industry does 49 CFR 1580 apply to?

49 CFR 1580 is primarily relevant to the Transportation industry. AuditDSS covers 64 regulations in this industry sector.

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