THE BELT RAILWAY COMPANY OF CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION GENERAL ORDER #

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1 THE BELT RAILWAY COMPANY OF CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION GENERAL ORDER # Effective 0001, Wednesday, January 16, 2019 To: ALL CONCERNED Subject: 2019, Transportation Summary General Order Transportation General Order # is void. Changes to Timetable #6, System Special Instructions, and System Safety Rules SAF-1 The following modifications are made to documents in effect as shown below: BRC Timetable and Special instructions #6, Effective June 19, 2017 Cover: Change President to: Michael J. Grace Physical Characteristics: Add replacement pages: 74, 78, 81, 86, and 87 in Timetable #6 Transportation General Order Page 1

2 1. Speed Restrictions (UPDATED) Ingredion Corporation Argo Plant: INGREDION ARGO PLANT SPEED LOCATION TRACKS NOTES 10 ARGO LEAD ALL LOADED AND EMPTY UNIT TRAINS 10 INGREDION PROPERTY 2. Train Dispatchers and Radio Communication: ALL ALL MOVEMENTS LOCATION TERRITORY AAR RADIO PHONE NUMBER BRC North TD Argo Lead (708) BRC Plant Switching Ingredion Plant N/A 3. Industry Special Instructions: MAXIMUM GROSS WEIGHT OF CAR 143 Tons ARGO INDUSTRIAL LEAD INSTRUCTIONS (UNIT TRAINS) BRC North Train Dispatcher controls use of the Argo Industrial Lead. When handling cars, air hoses must be coupled on all cars, and train line air cut in and charged. Close Clearance exists at all points within 500 of the Archer Avenue overpass, employees must not ride the sides of cars in this area, and must be observant for close clearance. When delivering a unit train to Ingredion for unloading, approach split point derail 500 west of Archer Avenue overpass prepared to stop, GCOR Rule 6.28 applies. After lining split point derail for movement, proceed to gate at Archer Avenue. A mandatory job briefing with the Ingredion Yardmaster must take place prior to proceeding past the gate. INGREDION SPOTTING PROCEDURE When spotting unit trains, and after receiving job briefing from the Ingredion Yardmaster, train will be routed to the grain loop. When practicable, the Ingredion Yardmaster will transport the Conductor to the point of the first cut to verify the lineup for the movement. If unavailable, the Conductor will stay with the train for the movement through the facility Cut 50 cars at the clearance point notated on the map, then spot 50 cars on the outer loop at the compressor building. Return and pick up the next cut and spot 50 cars on the inner loop at the compressor building. If requested by the Ingredion YM, the head car may be left spotted over the pit for unloading. A minimum of 3 hand brakes, and a securement test as outlined in GCOR 7.5 must be performed before leaving any cars unattended in the plant. After spotting train, the light power movement back through the plant will be conducted with the locomotive engineer in the lead unit of the locomotive consist. Conduct a locomotive air test per OP-1 Rule 2.9. BRC Timetable #6 Page 14A

3 INGREDION PULL PROCEDURE Ingredion will place the empty unit train on the lead inside the plant for departure. During the job briefing with the Ingredion Yardmaster, the conductor will verify that all cars have remained on air or have not been off a source of air for more than 4 hours. If cars meet this criterion, crew will perform an Application and Release Test OP-1 Rule 2.6 prior to departure. If cars do not meet this criterion, crew will perform a Transfer Train Air Test in accordance with OP-1 Rule 2.7. If necessary to conduct this test, notify the North Dispatcher so that Mechanical Forces at Clearing can be notified of the need for a Class I Air Test for these cars on arrival at Clearing. When ready to pull the empties back to Clearing the crew must contact the North Train Dispatcher to ascertain when the train can be handled. This is to avoid having the entire Ingredion facility blocked if the train cannot be handled directly at the West Sub Interlocking. INGREDION PLANT RESTRICTIONS Fixed derails are located adjacent to both ends of the MP&L building, and at the entry to the plant west of Archer Avenue. Kicking cars and gravity switching of cars at Ingredion is prohibited. Smoking is prohibited at any location on the Ingredion property, including on or about locomotives or cars. Use of locomotive sanders within the unloading shed is prohibited. Do not stop with the locomotive inside the load out shed, except in emergency. Watch for hazardous footing conditions adjacent to all loop tracks at the Ingredion Argo Plant. Close Clearances exist at Archer Avenue bridge and adjacent to the MP&L Building. In the event a warning siren sounds, crews are to remain on their power, unless otherwise instructed by Ingredion personnel. Notify the Train Dispatcher if a warning siren is heard on the property. In the event of an emergency that requires first responders to respond, immediately notify the North Train Dispatcher to notify Ingredion personnel. BRC Timetable #6 Page 14B

4 ITEM 2 INDIVIDUAL LINE STATION PAGES Kenton Line Station Page New Manual Interlocking on MT1 placed in service at MP 16.8, designated as 87 TH STREET. Rule 4.3 Symbol I (Manual Interlocking). Station at 87 TH STREET YARD, MP 16.8 is retired. Third Rail Siding, between 87 TH STREET and PULLMAN JUNCTION is designated a CTC Siding, GCOR Rule 10.1 applies. Maximum Speed 15 MPH. Authority to occupy the Third Rail Siding must be granted by the South Train Dispatcher, or by a proceed indication of a controlled signal. The Third Rail Siding is now Controlled Track for the purposes of RWP compliance. Track and Time, GCOR 10.3, is required to occupy the Third Rail Siding with ontrack equipment. Intermediate signals on MT2 at MP 17.55, formerly mounted on a signal bridge, are retired and replaced with single head, high mast block signal located at MP The new signal is a left-hand signal for northward trains on MT2. New signals display aspects in accordance with BRC Speed Signals, BRC Timetable 6, Pages Signals can display aspects in accordance with Rule 9.1.2, STOP AND PROCEED, Rule APPROACH, and Rule CLEAR. An electrically locked hand throw switch is placed in service on the Third Rail Siding at MP to access Industry 787. This switch is a crossover that must not be operated without permission of the South Train Dispatcher. When operating this crossover, the switch on the Third Rail must be operated before operating the switch on the Wabtec Lead. Failure to do so will extend the time required to unlock the Third Rail Siding Switch. Two new replacement pages for Timetable #6, Pages 86 and 87 are provided as an attachment to this General Order. Transportation General Order Page 2

5 Kenton Line Item 1. Method of Operation Update chart with new highlighted item below: METHOD OF OPERATION TRACK LOCATION CTC MT1, MT2 CRAGIN to HAYFORD CTC MT1, MT2, SOUTH RUNNING TRACK, WABASH LEAD HAYFORD to WESTERN AVENUE CTC MT1, MT2 WESTERN AVENUE to BELT JUNCTION CTC MT1, MT2, MT3 BELT JUNCTION to 80 TH STREET CTC MT1, MT2 80 TH STREET to ROCK ISLAND JUNCTION CTC MT (NS CONNECTION) ROCK ISLAND JUNCTION TO CP 509 CTC THIRD RAIL SIDING 87 TH STREET to PULLMAN JUNCTION GCOR 6.28 GCOR ND STREET YARD COMMERCIAL AVENUE YARD YARD YARD Kenton Line Item 2. Manual Interlockings Insert the following interlocking station: LOCATION CONTROL STATION 87 TH STREET BRC South TD Transportation General Order Page 3

6 Item 3. Operating Characteristics OTHER THAN MAIN TRACK Remove the following Information: Kenton Line Item 4 Speed Restrictions MILEPOST RANGE LOCATION METHOD OF OPERATION THIRD RAIL SIDING 6.28 Add the following item: MILEPOST DESCRIPTION MPH THIRD RAIL SIDING (CTC) 15 Kenton Line Item 5 Speed Restrictions (Turnouts and Crossovers) Add the following item: MILEPOST DESCRIPTION MPH 16.8 MT1 to THIRD RAIL SIDING 15 Transportation General Order Page 4

7 Kenton Line Item 9 Highway/Rail Grade Crossings Replace entire chart on Page 11 with the following: MILEPOST CROSSING PHYSICAL LOCATION * CANAL BANK ROAD East of 4203 S. Cicero Ave (PVT.) 7.99 ARCHER AVENUE 5264 S. Archer Avenue (Archer and Kolmar TH STREET (KENTON LINE) 4579 W. 55 th Street TH STREET 4598 W. 59 th Street X RD STREET 4598 W. 63 rd Street X (KENTON LINE) TH STREET 4600 W. Marquette Road X (MARQUETTE BLVD) COLUMBUS AVENUE (SW HWY.) 2599 W. Columbus Avenue X X X * NOTE: Addition of active crossing warning protection to the existing private crossing at this location 59 TH Street Line Station Table (Page 12) Change Milepost for Clearing Yard within the station table from 5.0F to 5.0Y. 59 TH Street Line Item 5, Speed Restrictions (Turnouts and Crossovers): (Page 13) Change 20 MPH speed restriction notes for #3 XO 65 th Street Interlocking from NORTHWARD DIRECTION ONLY to BOTH DIRECTIONS WHEN RECEIVING MEDIUM SPEED SIGNALS. ITEM 8 Change title to LINE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS (Page 13) Add the following: Rule , Switches in West Receiving Yard Trains inbound to the West Receiving Yard, with permission from the East Yardmaster to enter the yard, will not select inbound routes until the head end of the movement passes the sign located at 65 TH STREET, MP 4.40F. Transportation General Order Page 5

8 ITEM 4 CLEARING YARD SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS (Addition to Pages 21, 24, 25) 2. Operating Characteristics OTHER THAN MAIN TRACK(S): DIESEL SHOP LIMITS (NEW) Diesel Shop limits now extend west on the North Thoroughfare from West End of 412 Pocket Switch to a point approximately 360 west of the switch to allow access to the Store House Lead. A sign is in place denoting the new west limits. 14. SPECIAL CONDITIONS (CLEARING YARD) YARD TEST PLANT AIR IN DEPARTURE YARDS (Supersede) Cars worked by Mechanical Department forces will be left with air coupled and cut-in. Air will be coupled to the end which will be used as the head end of the train. When cars are left with yard air cut in, and the track is disturbed for reasons such as a bad order set out or other reasons, the track must be re-spotted for air and the air connection to the yard air restored. This is to maintain the integrity of the air test by leaving the cars on a source of compressed air. This may require the track to be re-spotted, which is the responsibility of the crew handling the cars. When written notice of the Class I Air Test (Air Slip) is documented it may be left in the knuckle of the lead car on each track by Carmen. After verifying that the track has hand brakes applied, remove the yard air before coupling onto the train. Do not allow the train to go into EMERGENCY. When a track is disturbed, and the air slip removed, the Yardmaster must be updated on the location of the air slip. Yard air hoses, after being disconnected, must not be left where they can cause a stumbling hazard. Transportation General Order Page 6

9 SWITCHES: Where switches are equipped with locking pins, hasps, or switch locks they must be used. Report missing locking pins, hasps, or switch locks to the Yardmaster, GCOR Rule 8.8 applies. Switch locks, hasps, or locking pins are in use the following Locations: EAST DEPARTURE YARD: 3 LEAD to 4 LEAD CROSSOVER 35 CROSSOVER 40 CROSSOVER 35 EAST DEPARTURE 35 EAST DEPARTURE to LOW SIDE LADDER LEAD 35 EAST DEPARTURE to 34 POCKET Transportation General Order Page 7

10 WEST RECEIVING YARD: SOUTH THOROUGHFARE: 16 WEST RECEIVING to 15 WEST RECEIVING CROSSOVER ALL CROSSOVER SWITCHES ON THE HUMP APPROACHES MUST BE RESTORED TO NORMAL POSITION AFTER USE SOUTH THOROUGHFARE to East End, CSXI Bedford Park Intermodal Facility. 7 and 8 LEAD at East End, CSXI Bedford Park Intermodal Facility. CROSSOVER SWITCHES AT THIS LOCATION ARE EQUIPPED WITH BRC SWITCH LOCKS, AND MUST BE LOCKED AFTER USE. SOUTH THOROUGHFARE CROSSOVER MUST BE LINED FOR THE SOUTH THOROUGHFARE AFTER USE. NORTH THOROUGHFARE: 412 POCKET CLEARING DISTRICT YARD: 1 MAIN 1 MAIN, DISTRICT LADDER LEAD WEST END DISTRICT LADDER LEAD ONE MAIN, EAST END OF TRACK EAST END SCRAP DOCK LEAD SWITCH Change to Page 26 RADIO CONTROL SWITCHES WEST RECEIVING YARD (Rule ) Remove the following sentence: Permission to occupy the Ladder Lead or Back Lead must be obtained from the East Humpmaster prior to fouling the lead. Addition to Page 31 CROSSING RESTRICTIONS - CLEARING YARD AND INDUSTRIAL LEADS Add the following: CENTRAL AVENUE YARD ACCESS CROSSING (South Thoroughfare) When necessary to cut this crossing, cut not less than 300' on either side of the crossing. Transportation General Order Page 8

11 Item 5, System Special Instructions: Add the following rule to BRC Timetable and System Special Instructions #6, dated 0001 June 19, 2017 Item 5, System Special Instructions, Modifications to the General Code of Operating Rules GCOR Remote Control Movements (Supersede) Replace entire rule with the following: Remote control movements, in both directions, are considered shoving movements. Before initiating movement, the remote-control operator, or a crew member, must be in position to visually observe the direction the equipment moves. When Remote Control Zone is equipped with pull back / stop protection (PSP), the operator must verify that PSP is operational. Pull back and stop protection must again be verified if PSP is overridden. Relief of Providing Protection The Remote-Control Operator is relieved from providing protection, and the requirement to stop with half the range of vision for movement when: The remote-control zone has been activated. Switches and derails are known to be properly lined. Track(s) with the zone are known to be clear of other trains, engines, railroad cars, and men or equipment fouling track. Note: These steps must be repeated each time the remote-control zone is activated. GCOR Protection of Movements (New) Rule is removed 7.1 Switching Safely and Efficiently (Application) On tracks where the foul point is not indicated, or is not visible, the foul point must be determined as follows: a. Stand on the tie butt with your outside foot (the one that is closest to the connecting track) at the edge of the tie, then put your inside (opposite side) foot against the rail, finally extend your arm outward toward the connecting track. b. Move to a location where your extended arm is approximately 4 feet from the edge of the nearest running rail on the connecting track. c. From this location, leave equipment an additional 50 feet into the track. Transportation General Order Page 9

12 GCOR Safety Stop (SSI) (Addition) Rule is removed GCOR 7.6 Securing Cars or Engines (Supersede) Replace Grade Securement Chart-Chart A, Timetable and Special Instructions #6, Page 49, with the following: Grade Securement Chart- Chart A Tons Grade 0 > 0.25 > 0.50 > 0.75 > 1.00 > 1.25 < Item 6, Remote Control Zones (Pages 57-60) All remote-control zones indicated in Item 6 Remote Control Zones, are inactive. Remote Control Zones are not currently in use on the BRC Transportation General Order Page 10

13 Item 11 BRC SPEED SIGNALS (Page 70) Add the additional Signal Aspect below to BRC Timetable #6, Item 11, Speed Signals Rule RESTRICTING: (Add New Aspect) ITEM 13 LINEAR OPERATIONS PROFILE/MAPS: Kenton Line - Page 78 Replace with new page (attached) Kenton Line - Page 81 Replace with new page (attached) Kenton Line Page 86 Replace with new page (attached) Kenton Line Page 87 Replace with new page (attached) 59 th Street Line Page 91 Change Signal 161, MT2, Central Avenue, from a single head signal to a two-head signal. 59 th Street Line Page 92 Change Signal 2LA at NARRAGANSETT from a two-head signal to a single head signal. Change Signal 2R at NARRAGANSETT from a two-head signal to a three-head signal. 59 th Street Line Page 93 Change Signal 4R at 65 TH STREET from a single head signal to a two-head signal. Transportation General Order Page 11

14 ROADWAY SIGNS SIGN NAME NOTES STATION STATION SIGN Used in accordance with RED FLAG GCOR STOP OBSTRUCTION STOP BANNER (I) Display of Red Flag Used for testing purposes to simulate on-track equipment where GCOR 6.27, Restricted Speed, or GCOR 6.28, Other than Main Track applies STOP GX STOP BANNER (2) CROSSING RESTRICTION SIGN Used for testing purposes to simulate on-track equipment in territory where GCOR 6.28, Other than Main Track applies. Used for testing purposes to simulate a red flag, displayed in accordance with GCOR Display of Red Flag, in locations where GCOR 6.28, Other than Main Track applies. A red flashing light MAY be displayed Used to notate highway/pathway crossings with timetable or special instruction restrictions W WHISTLE SIGN Sound Whistle Signal (7) for highway/pathway crossing BRC Timetable 6 Page 74

15 BRC Safety Rulebook, SAF-1, Effective January 1, 2017 Change required distance for hearing protection, Rule , distance from retarders. Replace Rule Footwear PPE Requirements Page 18, with the following and add Winter Footwear Hump Retarders: (Supersede) Change rule reference from 50 to Footwear PPE Requirements: (Supersede) When working in areas where this is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole of the foot or electrical hazard; protective footwear as defined in OSHA Standard 29 CFR is required. All footwear worn as safety footwear for the purpose of complying with Rule 11.7 must meet the requirements of ASTM which specifies requirements for built in safety devices and safety toes. Individual departments may specify additional requirements. Compliant footwear is required for employees in the following departments: Transportation Mechanical Engineering IT (Communications) Winter Footwear: (NEW) (TRANS) BRC Transportation Department in train and engine service are required to wear approved winter footwear whenever snow or ice is present on the ground or forecast to occur during the assigned work shift. Employees subject to this rule are required to have approved studded overshoes readily available for use during the period November 1 thru March 31. Two types of winter footwear are approved for use while performing train, yard, and engine service: LaCrosse Two Buckle Overshoe, Item LaCrosse Four Buckle Overshoe, Item Information regarding the procurement or replacement of winter boots can be obtained from the Chief Clerk, Transportation or the Trainmaster-Operations. Transportation General Order Page 12

16 Sufficient Distance (Classification Yards) (SUPERSEDE) In Classification Yards, and other locations where cars are likely to roll together, additional safeguards are required to work between or on the end of equipment. When necessary to open a knuckle do the following: If necessary to physically manipulate any component except the uncoupling lever, ensure not less than 50 feet of separation is provided. Utilize the uncoupling lever and minimize the time that any portion of the body is in the foul of the equipment. In Classification Yards, or other locations where cars are likely to roll together, when necessary to work on the end of a car, such as when adjusting a drawbar, do the following: Separate cars by at least 50 feet. When necessary, apply sufficient hand brakes or secure equipment to prevent movement of the unattached portion. When working on the ends of cars, employees must continuously watch the cars on the unattached portion of the cut, and, if movement is detected, immediately proceed to a point of safety to avoid being struck by rolling equipment. Transportation General Order Page 13

17 BRC Operating Practices Manual, OP-1, Effective January 1, 2017 OP-1, Rule Locomotive Inspection (ADDITION) Replace Rule Op 1.2.1, Locomotive Inspection Section D, Page 10 with the following: D. Documentation of Inspection: Reporting Requirements: LOCOMOTIVE DAILY INSPECTION REPORT (BRC Form 2322): Locomotive Inspections will be documented using locomotive inspection reports, which will be retained on the locomotive for each calendar month. A new form must be used for each month. These forms will be placed in the locomotive, in the same holder as the 92-day inspection report forms (Blue Card) in the locomotive cab. Transportation employees performing locomotive inspections will, after inspecting the locomotive, complete the LOCOMOTIVE DAILY INSPECTION REPORT form located on the locomotive. This requires the employee to document all information listed for the calendar day that the inspection was performed. A separate form must be completed for each locomotive in a consist including hump mother and slug consists. A signature and employee ID number must be provided to comply with the provisions of 49 C.F.R If a defect is found, indicate Y in the DEFECT column and then complete an RCO / LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER S DEFECT REPORT. LOCOMOTIVE DAILY INSPECTION REPORTS are not to be removed from the locomotive, except by Mechanical Department representatives. RCO / LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER S DEFECT REPORT (BRC Form 2323): If a defect is found during a locomotive daily inspection, after completion of the LOCOMOTIVE DAILY INSPECTION REPORT, the employee conducting the inspection is responsible for notifying the Diesel Shop Foreman by radio and notifying the Yardmaster or Train Dispatcher of the condition. The employee MUST then complete a RCO / LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER S DEFECT REPORT, BRC Form 2323 and scan the form to the diesel shop before tie-up. Transportation General Order Page 14

18 Scan Process at any On Duty Location: 1. Select SCAN/FAX 2. From the Address Book (Favorites), select LOCOMOTIVE DAILY INSPECTION 3. Select START Scanning Verification: Assistance with Scanning: Once scanning is complete, it will be displayed on the computer terminal. On the computer terminal screen, a folder marked LOCOMOTIVE DAILY INSPECTION is displayed. Select this folder to identify that a scan was received with a matching timestamp. Open this form and verify that your scan is correct and legible. If the scan is not visible, or complete in the folder, contact the Locomotive Shop Foreman, (708) for disposition of the form. If the scan is unreadable, scan the form again. If the scan process is successful, and a legible form is displayed on the computer terminal, it is not necessary to retain a printed copy. Call (800) for BRC IT Support in the event of issues with the scanning process. OP 1, Rule Locomotive Winter Idle (NEW) When ambient temperatures are forecast to be below 10F, or when directed by proper authority, locomotives in yard service will be left in high idle to avoid instances of freezing. To prepare a locomotive to be left in winter operations, do the following: On locomotives equipped with a WINTER/SUMMER Selection Switch in the electrical panel: Ensure locomotive is left with WINTER selected. On locomotives not equipped with a WINTER/SUMMER selection switch: Leave the locomotive isolation switch in RUN. Generator Field Switch to OFF Reverser centered Leave throttle in RUN 3 (3 rd Throttle Notch) In all cases, ensure the locomotive consist is properly secured in accordance with GCOR 7.6 Securement, and GCOR Unattended Locomotives as applicable. Transportation General Order Page 15

19 Note: When instructed to leave locomotives in Winter Idle, Rule OP , Unattended Equipment, is modified, removing the requirement to isolate the locomotive. OP RCO Radio Frequencies (Supersede) Replace the Radio Frequency Chart with the following: Location East Yard Assignments Hump Assignments West Yard Assignments Industry Assignments Frequency F2 F1 F3 F3 OP Assignment of OCU (Supersede): Change second paragraph to read: The OCU s will be issued and returned in the Yard Office in clear view of the security camera. OP OCU Batteries (Addition): Add the word charger to the end of the last sentence. OP Special Operating Procedures (RCL) BRC Yards: (Addition) OP Red Hump OCU s and Batteries (New) New OCU s for the hump operation have been implemented. These OCU s and batteries can be identified by their red color. The new OCU s are lighter in weight, contain larger displays, and include additional functions. Additionally, the new OCU s and batteries incorporate GPS tracking technology. The use of yellow (hump boxes) on the hump is no longer acceptable, unless authorized by proper authority. Use of Red Hump OCU s: Hump assignments will use batteries marked for the specific shift and assignment only. Assignments are denoted on the battery charger cradles. Battery use on the hump for extra hump assignments, or if batteries are not ready for use, will be coordinated through the Trainmaster-Operations. Transportation General Order Page 16

20 NOTE: OCU batteries must returned to the assigned cradle charger for the specific shift and assignment at the end of duty. In the event of a crew change at other than the top of the hump, the assigned battery is to be returned by the original assigned crew, prior to tie-up. All defective batteries will be reported to the Trainmaster-Operations immediately, this may be relayed through the Yardmaster. Defective batteries must be placed in bins provided at the on-duty locations. Any defects noted on an OCU will be brought to the attention of the Trainmaster- Operations immediately, this may be relayed through the Yardmaster. Yardmasters are responsible for noting any issues or damage reported by crew members into the Operational Issues Applications in Belt Apps. Information reported must include the OCU and battery number(s), nature of defect, and location where the defect occurred. In addition, the disposition of the asset must be noted. When a crew is required to get hump power from the diesel shop, they will take boxes and batteries from the hump. When hump assignments are assigned to take power to the shop, they must return OCU s and batteries to the on-duty location, unless instructed by proper authority. Batteries returned to the on-duty location must be placed on the charger for recharging in the designated slots. When removing or replacing the battery, turn the OCU off. The battery is in the recessed area on the underside of the OCU. The battery is held in position by tabs at one end and secured using a spring-loaded catch. Ensure the battery is fully secured and locked in the OCU battery compartment. Batteries and OCU s are considered safety devices, and misappropriation of these resources, or failure to properly return batteries in accordance with these instructions, is not acceptable. This may be considered as theft of company material. Programming of Red Hump OCU s: New Hump OCU Programming Procedure: 1. OCU must be turned OFF. 2. Select (Operating Frequency) F1, F2, or F3. 3. Select PROG A or PROG B (Starts program to assign an OCU as either an A or a B unit) Transportation General Order Page 17

21 4. THE OCU Infrared Transceiver is activated when: A. Depressing the OCU ON/Off button and IMMEDIATELY depressing either the left or right Reset/Sand RSC (a.k.a. Vigilance) button. B. The Alpha Numeric Display indicates IR Link Release Vigilance. C. The RCO now has five (5) seconds to respond to this instruction to Release the RSC (Vigilance) button. D. When the RCO responds by releasing the Reset/Sand (Vigilance) button within 5 seconds, the OCU now activates the Infrared Transceiver for at least a 20 second period and displays the message IR LINK. 5. Align OCU with the OPP Infrared eye (transceiver of the OPP Station). A. Alignment and successful data transfer is confirmed by an audible beep from the OCU, plus the Alpha-Numeric display indicates OCU LINK COMPLETE. B. Check that the intended OCU COM LED is now ON. Note: Step 4 (A): Depressing the OCU ON/OFF button and IMMEDIATELY depressing either the left or right Reset/Sand RSC (a.k.a. Vigilance) button will cause the OCU to become UNLINKED/UNPROGRAMMED from a locomotive at any time. This process should not be done for any other purposes, except for programming OCU s while on the locomotive, or when instructed by proper authority. OP Yard / Industry / Work Train Assignments, OCU Chargers and Batteries (New) Yard Assignments, Industry Assignments, and Work Trains are now equipped with OCU Batteries labeled for a specific shift and job assignment. These batteries are to be used by the specific shift and assignment only unless instructed by proper authority. Each assignment has four batteries provided (two batteries for the Conductor and two batteries for the Helper.) All OCU batteries and Cradle Chargers are labeled for each assignment and position. All OCU batteries must be returned to the assigned cradle charger for the specific shift and assignment at the end of duty to allow for re-charging. In the event of a crew change, at other than the location where assignment reported for duty, the OCU batteries must be returned to the original location and placed in the assigned charger by the original assigned crew. Transportation General Order Page 18

22 All defective OCU batteries and Cradle Chargers will be reported to the Trainmaster- Operations immediately, this may be relayed through the Yardmaster. Defective batteries must be placed in bins provided at the on-duty locations. OCU Battery use for Extra Assignments, or if OCU Batteries are not ready for use, will be coordinated through the Trainmaster-Operations Yardmasters are responsible for noting any issues or damage reported by crew members into the Operational Issues Applications in Belt Apps. Information reported must include the OCU and battery number(s), nature of defect, and location where the defect occurred. In addition, the disposition of the asset must be noted. NOTE: Batteries and OCU s are considered safety devices, and misappropriation of these resources, or failure to properly return batteries in accordance with these instructions, is not acceptable. This may be considered as theft of company material. C. L. Gorski Superintendent Transportation Transportation General Orders in Effect: Year of Issuance Number GO GO001 Transportation General Order Page 19

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