Rule 567.3 — Proceeding Through Work Limits

1. (a)Each time a train or transfer is so authorized, the train or transfer must be restricted as follows: “Protect against work (number) between (location) and (location)”.
2. (i)two controlled blocks of the limits; or
3. (ii)25 miles of the limits when there is no controlled block prior
4. (b)A train or transfer authorized as outlined in paragraph (a) must not enter or move within the working limits until a written understanding has been established with the conductor and locomotive engineer or each train or transfer. This understanding must include information with respect to the intended operation of each train or transfer and remain in place until the affected train or transfer has left the working limits.
5. (c)Prior to entering the limits, the train or transfer must also be authorized by signal indication or under the provisions of rules 564 or 568.
6. (d)When entry is to be provided by signal indication, the restriction may only be issued when the train or transfer is within: The RTC must ensure the authorized train or transfer is the only one which will encounter the signal governing entry into the limits.

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