Rule 104.1 — Spring Switches

1. (i)If the points are found to be properly closed the movement will be governed by the indication of the signal, if any.
2. (a)A spring switch will be identified by a spring switch sign bearing the letters “SS”.
3. (b)Employees must keep clear of the switch handle while it is being lifted or released.
4. (ii)If the switch points are not properly closed and cannot be closed by use of the switch handle, the points must be spiked in the proper position and the movement will be governed by the indication of the signal, if any. After operating over a spiked spring switch, the spike must be removed and the RTC or employee in charge notified as quickly as possible.
5. (c)When trailing through a spring switch, a movement that stops must not be reversed, nor slack taken, until the switch has been properly set by hand.
6. (d)When ice or snow conditions warrant, all movements must stop before trailing through a spring switch and examine the switch points, cleaning them if necessary.
7. (e)When a movement is required to operate over a spring switch in the facing point direction at RESTRICTED speed, a stop must be made before the leading wheels are on the switch points, and the switch points must be examined from a position on the ground.

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