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AskRail 7.0.1

12.5 MB / 10K+ Downloads / Rating 4.3 - 149 reviews


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AskRail, developed and published by Association of American Railroads, has released its latest version, 7.0.1, on 2024-11-19. This app falls under the Books & Reference category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 10000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 4.3, based on 149 reviews.

AskRail APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: com.ara.android.askrail

Updated: 5 months ago

Developer Name: Association of American Railroads

Category: Books & Reference

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Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing AskRail on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

App Rating

4.3
Total 149 reviews

Reviews

5 ★, on 2025-03-21
Good guide for 1st Responders

5 ★, on 2025-03-20
works great

5 ★, on 2025-03-20
very helpful with the fire department

3 ★, on 2025-01-07
Not yet used except for training

5 ★, on 2024-12-27
It always works.

5 ★, on 2024-11-26
Has worked on all my Android devices!

Previous Versions

AskRail 7.0.1
2024-11-19 / 12.5 MB / Android

AskRail 6.4.3
2024-12-25 / 12.3 MB / Android

About this app

The AskRail app is a hazardous materials safety tool for first responders who are first on scene or directly support the first on scene in the event of a rail incident. Access to certain features, including the ability to query rail car contents based on an equipment number, is restricted to authorized personnel.

To obtain authorization to use the restricted features, you must assert that you are a first responder, provide information about your emergency response agency, and identify a supervisor who can attest to your first responder duties. You also must obtain sponsorship from a Class I railroad. This process may take up to several weeks.

AskRail is a collaborative effort among all North American Class I railroads, the Association of American Railroads, Railinc Corp., and the Transportation Technology Center, Inc. AskRail for Android is FirstNet Listed.

Hazardous material data, guides, and contacts are derived from the current Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) published by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

You can find out more about the ERG at: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/outreach-training/erg

AskRail is maintained by the Association of American Railroads and is not associated with the U.S Department of Transportation.

For more information about AskRail please visit: www.askrail.us.

New features

AskRail 7.0.1 is now available for approved users!

What's New?
Enable push notifications to ensure you are notified when action is required.
Users can now manage their devices when adding a new device that exceeds their device limit.
Minor bug fixes.

App Permissions

Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows access to the vibrator.
Allows an application to receive the ACTION_BOOT_COMPLETED that is broadcast after the system finishes booting.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.