Licensing

If you want to access UTA property or would like to install wirelines, pipelines, or other encumbrances on UTA property you will need to get a License. Below is a link for the application.
 
Please be sure to read the License Procedures page to verify that you submit everything necessary to process your request. Any incomplete applications received will not be processed.

Licensing Contact Information- Property Management Department:

Right of Entry: a document (agreement) that gives individuals, businesses, or contractors’ permission to work and/or access UTA property. There are two types of Right of Entries. They are more specifically explained in the Procedures document below.

Applications need to be submitted a minimum of 2 weeks prior to when you plan to start work. The process time may vary due to extenuating circumstances, so please apply early. You will not be issued a Track Access Permit until you have a Right of Entry or permission to enter from UTA’s Property department.

Please note: All persons working on UTA Right of Way Property will need to take UTA’s Roadway Worker Protection and Rail Safety Training. Below is additional information on that training.

Right of Entry Contact Information- Property Management Department:

Track Access Permit

Required for any work on or around UTA’s rail right of way (both active and inactive corridors).

TRAX

TRAX Track Access Permits for the following week (Sunday – Saturday) must be submitted by 11:00 AM Thursday. Please submit permit requests by email and cc all three TRAX Track Access Coordinators.

TRAX Track Access Information                TRAX Track Access Permit

FrontRunner

FrontRunner Track Access Permits for the following week (Sunday – Saturday) must be submitted by 11:00 AM Thursday. Please submit permits by email and cc both FrontRunner Track Access Coordinators.

FrontRunner Track Access Information       FrontRunner Track Access Permit

UTA’s Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) and Rail Safety Training

Required For:  All contractors, invitees, and their employees that perform work, entry inspection and/or service on or near the rail right of way that is owned, leased or operated by UTA, or have the potential of fouling UTA’s rail right of way.

Cost:  Starting February 6, 2013- There will be a charge of $25/person for UTA's Roadway Worker Protection Training. This can be paid at the time of the class with a check. No cash will be accepted on the day of the class!!

Purpose:  To comprehend UTA’s basic rail safety rules, the inherent dangers of working near railroad tracks, prevent railroad casualties and to comply with federal regulations.

Certification Cards: Each employee is required to have a card in their possession if working on or around UTA’s rail right of way and should be able to produce their card upon request.  The cards are valid for one year from the date of issue.

IMPORTANT-On Track Safety:  UTA will provide a qualified Employee in Charge to provide On Track Safety if it is necessary, during the course of your work, to foul the tracks. UTA will determine, at their sole discretion, if on track protection is required.

RWP Training Contact

Primary Contact

Live classes are held on the 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of every month at 1:00 p.m. The classes are held at UTA’s Jordan River Service Center located at 2264 South 900 West Salt Lake City, Utah. If you have any questions please contact Maxcy.

Secondary Contact

Computer based training is offered Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (if terminals are available). This training is located at UTA’s Warm Springs Rail Service Center at 900 N 500 W Salt Lake City, Utah 84116.