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Motorcar operations on this railroad are
a privilege.
Lets
help
ensure
future
runs by
being
extra
safe
while on
the
property.
This will be a long day of motorcar operations.
Please
be well
rested at
the start
of the
day.
Wear proper footwear for the environment.
Leather
boots with
steel toes
preferred.
Please,
no
open
toe
shoes.
Restricted speed: Always be able
to stop your car
within
one-half
the sight
distance.
Grade Crossings: Automobiles have
the right of way.
Details
at the
safety
meeting.
Additional Items to keep in mind:
Always be on
the alert
for moving
equipment
while
working
near
any r
ailroad
tracks
or
facilities.
Do
not step
or walk on
the top of
the rail,
frog,
switches,
guard
rails
or
other
track
components.
In
passing
around
ends of
standing
cars,
engines,
railroad
machinery
or other
on-track
equipment,
leave at
least one
railcar
length
(50
feet)
between
yourself
and the
end of the
equipment.
Avoid
walking or
standing
on track
at any
time.
When
it is
necessary
to walk or
work on
track,
always
keep
a
sharp lookout in both
directions
for
approaching
trains or
other
on-track
equipment.
Before
stepping
or
crossing
tracks,
look in
both
directions
first.
The same
is true
when
walking
around
machinery
and
equipment
on and
about
the
tracks.
Do
not sit
on, lie
under, or
cross
between
cars
except as
required
in
performance
of your
duty and
only when
track and
equipment
is
under
proper
protection.
In
multiple
track
territory,
do not
stand on
one track
while
a
train is
passing
on
another.
Always
expect
movement
at any
time, on
any track,
in either
direction.
Always
keep in
mind that
a split
second of
inattention
can
result
in
a serious
accident. |