05-10-2014, 05:05 AM
Ralph,Here's what I notice to be the most glaring.
When switching Kosco you should have stopped before backing across the unprotected crossing so the brakeman could flag protect the crossing-the head brakeman would have stayed at the switch while the rear brakeman handle the work.
You spotted your cabin where it would block the motorist track view-they can't see any on coming train.Safety rules would require you to leave the cabin at least 60' from the crossing if possible if not possible a flagman will be used to direct traffic.
You bump and shoved..You should stop after making the joint..The brakeman will need to connect the air hoses since your are a main line local not a yard job.Also the brakeman would need to flag the unprotected crossing so,a stop was required.
Overall you nailed it pretty good.
When switching Kosco you should have stopped before backing across the unprotected crossing so the brakeman could flag protect the crossing-the head brakeman would have stayed at the switch while the rear brakeman handle the work.
You spotted your cabin where it would block the motorist track view-they can't see any on coming train.Safety rules would require you to leave the cabin at least 60' from the crossing if possible if not possible a flagman will be used to direct traffic.
You bump and shoved..You should stop after making the joint..The brakeman will need to connect the air hoses since your are a main line local not a yard job.Also the brakeman would need to flag the unprotected crossing so,a stop was required.
Overall you nailed it pretty good.
Larry
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!