We are still trying to get all details from this mornings accident looks like our SMART coworkers survived and are okay, just shaken up. We are still awaiting word on the BLE members. Please keep our passengers and coworkers in your thoughts and prayers. We are working with NJT during this difficult time and asking all Hoboken crews to report to the MMC third floor conference room(next to cafeteria) and all outlying terminals to report as normal today 9-29. We will keep updates coming as we receive them.
“Q” Form Update
September 27, 2016 By
Members who are requested redo or make corrections on prior HOS “Q” forms, as per the FRA the time spent doing so is considered time on duty and can not be considered rest.
As per the FRA the time spent doing “Q” forms must be done while you are on duty and are not to be completed on your personal time.
If you are ordered to make corrections on your forms that time must be shown on your hours of service “Q” forms, and is considered time on duty and does not alleviate you from HOS rules considering rest.
If you are requested to update forms record and send all information to GC Burkert at sburkert@utulocal60.com
He needs;
The time and date you were asked
The assignment working
The supervisor requesting you to complete forms
The total time spent making corrections
If you do not have proper rest to cover your assignment either completing of, or the following day
Q Forms
September 26, 2016 By
An update from our GC, please refrain from updating Q forms as per management request, until he gets clarification from the carrier and the FRA on the correct route to proceed. We will keep you updated.
Updated Payroll Contact List
September 23, 2016 By
Payroll will be installing mailboxes on the east and west bound employee station stops at the MMC
NJT Police Employee Awareness Bulletin
September 19, 2016 By
We are the front line employees for NJ Transit and it falls to us to be vigilant and protect our coworkers and passengers, we can all help, if you see something that does not look right or is suspicious, call it into the NJTPD and the dispatcher. Also trust your instincts we can tell if something is not right we see it every day and understand when things are not correct, call it in.
If you have any security questions or concerns call the safety hotline, a supervisor or the assistant chief dispatcher and give details.
Some Updates
September 15, 2016 By
Payroll verification has moved to the ROC in Kearny, time cards are no longer accepted at Maplewood you must bring to the ROC, I have asked that a locking mailbox be installed they have a box available but it is not secure.
Switch keys are available from the TOC all switch locks on Amtrak territory are 102 locks you must use a 102 key to operate gates or switches on the NEC.
The next regular meeting there will be nominations for the vacant VLC spot
The FRA is on property please continue to work safely and properly as we always do. Please report any incidents immediately to the Local 60 office or an officer.
NJTPD CHARGE MAN WITH AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ON TRAIN CONDUCTOR
September 13, 2016 By
NEWARK, NJ — The New Jersey Transit Police Department arrested a man who assaulted a train conductor Sunday after being asked for a train ticket.
22-year-old Peer Fikhman, who is an Israeli citizen, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault on a conductor and theft of services for non-payment of fare.
At approximately 2:40 p.m. Sunday, September 11, Fikhman boarded a train at the Radburn Station. He hid in a restroom to avoid a conductor collecting tickets from customers. Fikhman exited the restroom after 25 minutes and punched the conductor in the face when asked for his ticket.
New Jersey Transit Police were called and met the train at Secaucus Junction, where Fikhman was arrested and charged. The conductor had a visible mark on his face but refused medical attention.
Fikhman was taken to the Hudson County Jail, where bail was set at $5,000 with a 10 percent option. He was still being held at the jail as of late this afternoon.
Aggravated assault on a train conductor, who is clearly identifiable and engaged in the course of his duties, carries up to five years in prison and fines up to $7,500. Theft of service carries a jail term of up to one year.
The charges and allegations contained in this release are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
http://www.nj.com/hudson/index.ssf/2016/09/man_allegedly_punched_nj_transit_conductor_in_the.html
