The employee in charge must also obtain the license numbers of nearby automobiles. When necessary, other employees can assist in obtaining this information, which must be included in reports covering the incident.
Where signaling devices are provided or a flagman is on duty, the employee in charge and assisting employees must try to determine who, among the witnesses, can testify whether the signaling devices were functioning properly or if the flagman was performing his duties properly.
When possible, obtain the names of witnesses who can testify about bell and whistle signals.
If requested by the claims department, the equipment inspected must be marked for identification and placed in custody of the responsible manager or employee.
A mechanical department employee must further inspect the equipment at the first terminal. This employee must promptly report inspection results to the proper manager.
A personal injury that occurs while off duty that will in any way affect employee performance of duties must be reported to the proper manager as soon as possible. The injured employee must also complete the prescribed written form before returning to service.
General Code of Operating Rules. Employees governed I by these rules must have a current copy they can refer to while on duty.
Hazardous Materials. Employees who in any way handle hazardous materials must have a copy of the instructions or regulations for handling these materials . Employees must be familiar with and comply with these instructions or regulations
Air Brakes. Employees whose duties are affected by air brake operation must have a copy of the rules and instructions for operating air brakes and train handling. Employees must know and obey these rules and instructions.
Timetable/Special Instructions. Employees whose duties are affected by the timetable/special instructions must have a current copy they can refer to while on duty.
Train Dispatchers and Control Operators. The train dispatchers and control operators must have a copy of rules and instructions for train dispatchers and control operators. They must be familiar with and obey those rules and instructions.
Classes. Employees must be familiar with and obey all rules, regulations, and instructions and must attend required classes. They must pass the required examinations.
Explanation. Employees must ask their supervisor for an explanation of any rule, regulation, or instruction they are unsure of.
Issued, Canceled, or Modified. Rules may be issued, canceled, or modified by track bulletin, general order, or special instructions.
The use or possession of intoxicants, over-the-counter or prescription drugs, narcotics, controlled substances, or medication that may adversely affect safe performance is prohibited while on duty or on company property, except medication that is permitted by a medical practitioner and used as prescribed. Employees must not have any prohibited substances in their bodily fluids when reporting for duty, while on duty, or while on company property.
They must wear the prescribed uniform when required.
When operating on another railroad, unless otherwise instructed, employees will be governed by:
Safety rules and the air brake and train handling rules of the railroad they are employed by
The operating rules and timetable/special instructions of the railroad they are operating on
If an employee is called to report for duty before legal off-duty time has expired, before accepting the call to work, the employee must notify the individual making the call that off-duty time has not expired.
A. Notification
When communication is available employees must notify the train dispatcher or another authority of the time the law requires them to be off duty. Employees must provide notification early enough that they may be relieved, or transportation provided, before they exceed the hours of service.
B. Exceeding the Law
Employees must not exceed the federal hours of service law without proper authority. However, they must not leave trains, engines, or cars on the main track without proper protection. Employees must secure trains properly and, if possible, before they exceed the hours of service.
Employees must not stand on the track in front of an approaching engine, car, or other moving equipment.
Employees must be aware of the location of structures or obstructions where clearances are close.
Employees must report promptly to the train dispatcher any fires seen on or near the right of way, unless the fires are being controlled. If there is danger of the fire spreading to a bridge or other structure, crew members must stop their train and help extinguish the fire.
Cause of fire, if known, must be promptly reported.
When possible, train or engine crews wanting to stop the train to eat must ask the train dispatcher at least one hour and thirty minutes before the desired stop.
When riding on the head end, the conductor will ride in the control compartment.
Cars must be checked for:
Instructions will be issued to trains handling excessive dimension loads. If no instructions have been issued regarding handling the car, the conductor will immediately notify the train dispatcher.
Crew members handling excessive dimension equipment must ensure that the equipment will clear nearby objects, including equipment on adjacent tracks. If the train cannot reach a point with enough clearance, crew members must make sure protection is provided against movements on adjacent tracks.
The pilot will inform the engineer of speed restrictions, signals, sidings, etc. to make sure the train detours over the railroad safely.
When an engine is stopped in a tunnel and cannot move promptly, crew members must:
Crew members of a passenger train stopped in a tunnel or deep snow must:
The train dispatcher should be notified immediately so that proper arrangements can be made to protect persons and equipment.
D. When These Requirements Will Not Apply
These requirements will not apply if air currents carry the exhaust gases away from the train. Safety of passengers and crew members must be the first consideration.
At locations where yardmasters are on duty, employees in train, engine, and yard service must comply with the yardmaster's instructions. At locations where no yardmaster is on duty, these employees will work according to the instructions of designated employees.
A. Conductor Responsibilities