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Railroad Protective Liability

For use while filming in and around railroad operations when required by contract

Railroad Protective Liability Insurance: Essential Coverage for Film Productions Near Railroads

Filming near railroad tracks, stations, or active rail operations introduces significant risks and strict contractual requirements from railroad companies. MovieInsure’s Railroad Protective Liability Insurance provides the specialized coverage productions need when working in and around railroad environments. This policy is designed to meet railroad-mandated insurance obligations, protecting both your production and the railroad from potential liabilities.

Railroad Protective Liability is often required by contract before any filming can begin on or near rail property. It safeguards against claims for bodily injury, property damage, and other incidents that could arise during production activities close to railroad operations.

Eligible Applicants

Must be US-based person or entity
All states, except Alaska and Hawaii
Must carry 1m/2m General Liability in conjunction
No pyrotechnics

Coverages

Available coverages include:

liability for productions near and around railroad tracks

Program Highlights & Eligibility

MovieInsure’s Railroad Protective program is available to:

U.S.-based persons or entities
Productions in all states except Alaska and Hawaii
Projects that carry underlying $1M/$2M General Liability coverage
Productions with no pyrotechnics or explosives

This makes the coverage accessible for a wide range of film, commercial, music video, and documentary shoots that require proximity to active rail lines, bridges, stations, or rail yards.

Railroad Protective Liability

	Limits up to 20,000,000

Key Coverages

Railroad Protective Liability: Primary coverage for liability arising from filming activities near railroad operations.
High Limits: Available up to $20,000,000 to satisfy even the strictest railroad insurance requirements.
Contractual Compliance: Helps productions meet railroad company demands for additional insured status and specific coverage terms.

This specialized liability protection works in conjunction with your standard General Liability policy, providing the layered coverage railroads typically demand.

*Please refer to your specific policy for coverage details*

Why Choose MovieInsure for Railroad Protective Coverage?

With focused expertise in entertainment and production insurance, MovieInsure makes securing Railroad Protective Liability straightforward and efficient. They understand the tight timelines and complex permitting processes involved in railroad-adjacent shoots. Fast quote turnaround and competitive rates help keep your production on schedule while ensuring full compliance.

Whether you’re capturing a dramatic train sequence, shooting a music video near tracks, or filming a scene at a rail yard, proper Railroad Protective coverage gives you peace of mind and keeps relationships with railroad authorities positive.

Ready to secure your Railroad Protective Liability insurance? Call 888-959-0772, email quotes@movieinsure.com, or visit the Get a Quote page today. Download the Railroad Protective Application and let MovieInsure handle the details while you focus on creating.

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