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If a train overruns any block signal that requires it to stop, the crew must : 1.Warn other trains at once by radio 2. Stop train immediately 3. Report it to TD.

Changing Established RoutesDo not establish or authorize a conflicting route until communicating with the approaching train’s crew and ensuring that the train has stopped clear of the conflicting route.  The control operator must avoid operating a device controlling a switch, derail, movable point frog, or lock when any portion...

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ABS Block

Track Release Time*Location being reported past or TW limits that were released*Time TW was partially released*Question “Is that correct, over?”

Overlap Circuits – When report is received or TD becomes aware a train has passed an overlap circuit without permission: *Advise the train involved to stop and remain stopped until further instructions are received from CD*immediately notify the CD.

Contingent Authorities - Do not issue TW authority contingent upon a condition. Issue only after

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Automatic Block

Restrictive Track Warrant – Do not issue track warrant electronically if it restricts authority or movement and the train or MW foreman has previously received authority to leave the station.  Verbally issue the restricting track warrant to a crew member or MW foreman. Do not issue second paragraph GCOR/MWOR 14.13.

Suspend Block System Signals –Division General Manager authorizes a block system or section of a block system removed from service.

 Whistle Warning Request– “Whistle freely...

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Restricted Speed – A speed that allows stopping within ½ the range of vision short of: Train, Engine, Railroad Car, Men or Equipment fouling the track, stop signal, or derail or switch lined improperly. The crew must keep a lookout for broken rail and not exceed 20 mph. Rules may be issued, canceled, or modified by track bulletin, general order, or special instructions. Time- Not vary by correct time by more than 30 seconds. Employees must not use radio to give info to a train or engine crew

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