NJ A4460

Requires a minimum of two crew members on "dangerous hazardous trains" transporting 200,000+ gallons of petroleum or 20,000+ gallons of other hazardous materials, with exceptions for trains originating out-of-state until they add or remove cars within New Jersey

Prohibits trains exceeding 8,500 feet in length on main lines and branch lines, with civil penalties of $500-$1,000 per violation and up to $250,000 for grossly negligent violations causing death, injury, or imminent hazard

Mandates railroad companies submit bridge inspection reports to the Commissioner of Transportation, Governor, and Legislature within 30 days of each inspection

Establishes a wayside detector system program requiring the Department of Transportation to work with railroad companies to install and maintain detection systems for identifying defects like hot wheel bearings, with a funding assistance program prioritizing companies based on hazardous traffic volume and proximity to populated areas

Authorizes designated labor representatives from non-profit labor organizations to enter privately owned railroad property to inspect for safety hazards, with protections including immunity from civil liability and prohibition on trespass claims during inspections