Medeiros named CAO for Short Line Safety Institute
The Short Line Safety Institute has appointed Medeiros as its new chief administrative officer (CAO), adding a new leader to the organization’s executive team.
Why it matters for drivers: The Short Line Safety Institute is focused on safety practices and education tied to short line rail operations. Short line railroads intersect with trucking every day at grade crossings, industrial sidings, ports, and rural routes, and safety programs in this space can affect how freight moves and how drivers interact with rail infrastructure.
As CAO, Medeiros will be positioned to oversee administrative functions that support the institute’s work. While the announcement did not include details about specific initiatives tied to the role, the appointment signals a continued emphasis on building internal capacity for safety-related training and outreach.
Short line railroads are a key part of the freight network, handling first-mile/last-mile moves that connect to larger railroads and to trucks. For professional drivers, that means many loads begin or end around rail facilities, and the safety standards and practices promoted by rail safety organizations can have practical implications at the customer gate, on access roads, and at crossings.