Rule A

  1. (i) be subject to and conversant with applicable CROR rules, special instructions and general operating instructions;
  2. (ii) have a copy of this rule book, the general operating instructions, current time table and any supplements, and other documents specified by the company accessible while on duty;
  3. (iii) provide every possible assistance to ensure every rule, special instruction and general operating instruction is complied with and shall report promptly to the proper authority any violations thereof;
  4. (iv) communicate by the quickest available means to the proper authority any condition which may affect the safe operation of a movement and be alert to the company’s interest and join forces to protect it;
  5. (v) obtain assistance promptly when it is required to control a harmful or dangerous condition;
  6. (vi) be conversant with and governed by every safety rule and instruction of the company pertaining to their occupation;
  7. (vii) pass the required examination at prescribed intervals, not to exceed three years, and carry while on duty, a valid certificate of rules qualification;
  8. (viii) seek clarification from the proper authority if in doubt as to the meaning of any rule or instruction;
  9. (ix) conduct themselves in a courteous and orderly manner;
  10. (x) when reporting for duty, be fit, rested and familiar with their duties and the territory over which they operate;
  11. (xi) while on duty, not engage in non-railway activities which may in any way distract their attention from the full performance of their duties. Except as provided for in company policies, sleeping or assuming the position of sleeping is prohibited. The use of personal entertainment devices is prohibited. Printed material not connected with the operation of movements or required in the performance of duty, must not be openly displayed or left in the operating cab of a locomotive or track unit or at any work place location utilized in train, transfer or engine control; and
  12. (xii) restrict the use of communication devices to matters pertaining to railway operations. Cellular telephones must not be used when normal railway radio communications are available. When cellular telephones are used in lieu of radio all applicable radio rules must be complied with.

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