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Inter-Rail Group, Inc.
Safety Guidelines
SAFETY GUIDELINES ........................................................................................ 6
SAFETY BRIEFINGS ................................................................................................. 6 Daily ............................................................................................................. 6 Monthly ........................................................................................................ 7 Involve other contractors at the facility ....................................................... 7
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ................................................................ 8 Clothing Requirements ................................................................................. 8 Boot/Raingear Allowance ............................................................................ 9 Dress Code – Management Personnel ....................................................... 10 PPE Requirements for Switching Operations ............................................. 10
SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................. 11 RAMP INSPECTIONS ............................................................................................. 17 WORK PRACTICES ............................................................................................... 27
Operating Equipment ................................................................................. 27 Climbing on Equipment .............................................................................. 27 Track Protection ......................................................................................... 28
OSHA 300 AND 300A ........................................................................................ 30 Record Keeping Requirements ................................................................... 30
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SafetyGuidelinesThe following safety information is intended to provide important guidelines for accident and injury prevention on a day‐to‐day basis. In addition to the information provided below, it is important to refer to each individual railroad’s safety manual, as well as information available on the Inter‐Rail Portal, such as Standard Operating Procedures, Best Business Practices, and other company materials.
Safety First! Safety is always the first priority. Safety should not be compromised under any circumstances. There may be times when we experience pressure to finish the day’s work. The customer may express concern over getting all railcars unloaded, or overtime hours are running up. Regardless of any operational pressures, accident and injury avoidance trumps all other considerations. Safety rules must be adhered to at all times.
Stop work activities immediately any time one of the following conditions is noted: o A safety rule is violated o An unsafe act is observed o An unsafe condition exists o Equipment is in unsafe condition o Facility or weather conditions pose a hazard o Any circumstance where safety is uncertain
Correct the unsafe condition or implement additional measures to address the situation prior to allowing work activities to resume.
SafetyBriefings
DailySafety Briefings are a vital component of each work day; it is the manager’s job to set the tone for the day. Whoever conducts the safety briefing should be upbeat, enthusiastic and deliver a clear plan for the day’s operations. Every effort should be made to conduct a Safety Briefing prior to the start of the day’s work. Whenever possible, conduct two safety briefings daily – one prior to the start of work, and another during an appropriate break in order to refocus the crew on safety in the latter part of the day. During any major sporting event, the coach calls a time out before the last play of the game. We are no different; we should call a safety briefing before the last track, the last hour of the day, etc. All shifts and job classifications should be included in a Daily Safety Briefing. The Safety Briefings must be documented with the topics noted on the form and list the signatures of the attendees. Please remember to always have at least 1 Quality Topic listed on the safety briefing and always document who conducted the Safety Briefing (there is a spot on the daily Safety Briefing for this person). The Safety Briefings should be kept in the Daily Safety Briefing binder.
Safety Briefings serve to remind the crew of important safety rules and also to disseminate important safety and quality information. Throughout the week, you will receive phone calls, emails, and bulletins
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pertaining to safety and quality concerns from many sources including customers, upper management, and the home office. Be sure to immediately share this information with your crews. If you are discussing any of these items (example, manufacturer bulletin or upper management e‐mail), staple a copy to the Safety Briefing. In addition to these items you will want to discuss site specific issues such as taking precautionary measures in certain weather conditions. At least once per month you are required to discuss sexual harassment. Information on Inter‐Rail’s sexual harassment policy is contained in the Employee Handbook.
MonthlyEach facility is required to conduct monthly safety meetings. Minutes are to include employee signatures for those in attendance. The signed minutes should be distributed to the President, your General/Regional Manager, and the Benefits Coordinator. If your railroad contact(s) have requested copies, please continue to include them on the distribution list. The monthly safety meetings will continue to be an item evaluated on the quarterly scorecard.
For the Safety Meeting lunch, keep all receipts. They should be kept and submitted with your Petty Cash report or expense report, depending on how you funded the lunch.
Choosingatopic Job related (climbing ladders, avoiding falls, lifting posture) Weather related (cold stress, heat stress, evacuation plan) Teamwork Dangers of shortcuts and being in a hurry Preventing accidents and injuries Being audit ready (manufacturer, railroad, AAR) New Standard Operating Procedures Review of past SOPs Safety Alerts
KeepitSimple Do not overload with unneeded information Make if fun and keep their attention Make it hands‐on if possible Have an open discussion format Ask questions, get everyone involved
Involveothercontractorsatthefacility(i.e. railroad, manufacturer, haul‐away carrier, inspection company, guard, etc.)
Discuss safety issues together Resolve safety issues together Open communication to address concerns at a local level
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FacilityMeetingsAt times you will be asked to participate in facility safety or quality meetings which may include representatives from manufacturers, railroads, inspection companies, and trucking companies. If an agenda is issued, maintain an electronic folder for these items or keep them in a binder. Any notes taken during these meetings should be kept along with the agenda.
PersonalProtectiveEquipment(PPE)From the moment you conduct your start‐of‐shift Safety Briefing and throughout the workday, observe the crew’s attire and use of PPE. Ensure that proper crew uniforms are worn at all times and that they are clean and in good repair. Additionally, proper work boots, gloves, bump caps, and eye protection must be worn as required based upon the job tasks being performed.
Examples of PPE:
Bump Cap Work Boots Safety Glasses Bump caps must be worn Work boots must be worn when Wear safety glasses whenwhen working inside a rail car performing duties in the yard breaking door seals
ClothingRequirements
Uniforms Employees must wear clean, approved uniforms (coveralls) without exposed buttons, hooks, or
any other objects such as belt buckles that could scratch, mark or otherwise damage a vehicle. Coveralls with short sleeves are permissible. Where approved by our customer, shorts and t‐shirt uniforms are acceptable.
Insulated coveralls will be supplied on an as‐needed basis for those locations in cold climates. Solid BLUE sweatshirts can be worm underneath the coveralls for additional warmth. Solid BLUE hoodies are available in Level One of the Safety Award program.
Employees are not permitted to work without shirts.
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Footwear All employees who work in the yard, whether climbing a railcar or taking inventory, are required
to wear proper work shoes. The shoes must have a neoprene or non‐slip sole, be a minimum of six (6) inches in height and have a defined heel.
Raingear Raingear must be free of exposed buttons, hooks, or any other objects such as buckles that could
scratch, mark or otherwise damage the vehicle on the railcar or while it is in the terminal.
PersonalProtectiveEquipment Ear protectors, eye goggles, knee pads and gloves will be issued by IRT as needed and where
appropriate for the safe performance of job duties. Approved head covering must be worn while working in the terminal.
BumpCaps Blue Supervisor White Loaders/Unloaders – Trained Employees Yellow Loaders/Unloaders – New Hires Red Shuttle Drivers
Jewelry/MutilationProtection Discretion should be used when wearing jewelry. Any objects worn that could damage a vehicle
or cause personal injury while performing job duties are not permissible. Mutilation protection is required to be worn when working in the yard. Items to be covered include belt buckles, rings, watches, rivets on pants, metal buttons, etc..
Boot/RaingearAllowance Employees are eligible to receive $75 per year for boot and raingear allowance on their full‐time
anniversary date. Clerical staff and Checkpoint services employees are eligible to receive $75 every other year on their full‐time anniversary date.
The initial payment should be made to employees after a six month waiting period from their full‐time hire date, again on their one‐year full‐time anniversary date and every year thereafter on their full‐time anniversary date.
The boot and raingear allowance is entered through the payroll system. It is the Manager’s responsibility to track and input the boot/raingear allowance for their employees in accordance with the allowance policy.
Employees failing to adhere to the clothing requirements as outlined in this policy are subject to disciplinary action as deemed necessary by the facility Manager. The discipline can be from reprimand, up to and including discharge.
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DressCode–ManagementPersonnel As management personnel representing Inter‐Rail, your appearance creates a perception of
yourself and an impression of the company. A customer or visitor to your facility should be able to identify you as management.
Business casual clothing such as khakis and a collared or polo shirt are required for customer and visitor meetings.
When working in the yard, approved uniform coveralls or uniform shorts and t‐shirts are acceptable. Proper footwear and personal protective equipment is required as well.
When traveling on business, jeans are permissible as long as your overall appearance is neat and presentable.
ManagerUniformsOperations Managers, Assistant Managers, Upper Management Personnel First year of employment: 4 shirts Subsequent years: Up to 2 shirts as needed
The shirts will be ordered through the home office and should be requested as needed after the first year.
ManagerClothingAllowanceEffective: May 1, 2012 Operations Managers, Upper Management Personnel
A $150 clothing allowance per year will be issued to Operations Managers and upper management personnel on their full‐time anniversary date. The initial payment will be made to employees after a six month waiting period from their full‐time hire date, again on their one‐year full‐time anniversary date and every year thereafter on their full‐time anniversary date.
The clothing allowance will be entered in the payroll system by the home office.
Management personnel failing to adhere to the clothing requirements as outlined in this policy are subject to disciplinary action. The discipline can be from reprimand, up to and including discharge.
PPERequirementsforSwitchingOperations1. Bump cap (white or blue) or black baseball type cap with liner and appropriate logo. 2. Safety glasses (prescription glasses may be worn as long as they meet ANSI impact requirements
with approved side shields where required by the railroad). 3. Ear Plugs (to be worn within 100 feet of locomotive). 4. Uniforms – orange with reflective tape and appropriate logo in black. (In an emergency, orange
safety vests with reflective strips may be worn until coveralls are available, however they must be of the tear away type.)
5. Reflective arm bands. 6. Leather gloves. 7. Boots (defined heel and must cover ankle – steel toed where required by the railroad).
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Ordering Information: Aramark Uniform Company (800‐677‐6060 ext. 6007) Sherry
Item #shv‐1309 ‐ Summer – Orange Coveralls with Reflective Tape with Black Logo – Short Sleeve Item #shv‐306 – Summer – Orange Coveralls with Reflective Tape with Black Logo – Long Sleeve Item #shv‐324 – Winter Coveralls with Reflective Tape with Black Logo Item #1305 – Hat – Black with Orange Logo – Summer Type with Mesh Back Item #325 – Hat – Black with Orange Logo – Summer Type with full back Item #1943 – Hat – Orange Winter Pull Over
Airgas Safety – (800‐678‐2878 ext. 35611) Isaac Pearson
Item #14509‐1 Reflective Arm Bands
Galeton Supply – (800‐221‐0570)
Item #9200‐200 – Safety Glasses – Clear Item #9200‐201 – Safety Glasses ‐ Dark Item #9502 – Ear Plugs with Strings Item #9530 – Ear Plugs with Neck Bands Item #9441 – Bump cap Item #2103 – Gloves – Leather Palm Knit
Wrist – Panther Style Item #2133 – Gloves – Safety Cuff
SafeWorkEnvironmentConditions in the work environment which may pose hazards to employees are too numerous to list. However, it is important to be intimately familiar with all facets of the work environment and the potential for changes that may occur unexpectedly which create new unsafe conditions. Potential work hazards include the following categories:
Theofficespace All office areas are to be maintained in a clean, neat, and organized manner. Ensure all office equipment is stable and in good repair. This includes not only chairs, desks,
filing cabinets, shelves, etc., but also lockers, refrigerators, washers/dryers, copy machines, etc. Do not overload shelves or stack items in an unsafe manner. Put the heavier items on the lower
shelves. Ensure walkways are free of tripping hazards, including cables and wires, pulled up carpeting or
floor tiles, file boxes, etc. Be vigilant against excessive dust and mold, which may pose respiratory health risks. Emergency lightning must be placed in required areas. Ensure they are in working order by
testing them a minimum of once a month.
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Critical information (such as Federal/State Law posters, Worker’s Compensation posters, Open Up forms, Facility Environmental Response Plan, Facility Evacuation Plan and Emergency contacts) must be displayed in common areas.
Locker rooms, restrooms and laundry rooms are to be kept clean and organized, free of tripping
hazards, properly labeled, refilled and with all equipment in working order.
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Storageareas Know all areas of the facility where items are stored, and
know all items that are kept there. Keep them neat and organized. Check them regularly.
Avoid storing items in places which necessitate unnecessary climbing, bending, or reaching.
Store hazardous materials properly. This means: o Check the labels. Depending on the item: do not
exceed allowable temperatures; expose to open flames, etc.
o Store only flammables in the flammable locker and combustibles in the combustible locker. Do not store any other items such as tools, rags, cardboard boxes, etc. in either locker.
o Properly dispose of expired materials or unserviceable equipment.
o Ensure spill protection is in place as required and clean up any spills immediately.
Storage containers/buildings must have Emergency contacts listed, as well as the facility address. Doors must remain closed when not in use, and secured open while in use. All items must be properly labeled and in place. Steps must be painted for visibility and anti‐slip tape applied to steps for added security.
Materials should be stored securely and clearly labeled. All materials must be visible and reachable. Do not store any materials on top shelves. Tools are to be placed on hangers.
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Theyard Ensure all traffic signage is present and
clearly legible. This includes stop/yield markings, speed limit signs, etc.
Look for and correct any tripping hazards whenever possible. This includes potholes or uneven pavement. Where practical, these areas should be clearly marked with cones or other appropriate hazard indicators. Where certain tripping hazards may not be correctable, ensure the crew is aware of the hazard and takes appropriate precautions.
Handrail Safety signs must be posted at entrances and exits. Signs must be properly secured.
Keep the yard free of trash and other debris. Ensure bridge plate racks are in good condition with proper signs.
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Fire extinguisher should be properly secured and mounted at a proper height. It must be inspected at least once a month, with the inspection tag completed.
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TheequipmentPerform daily inspections of all equipment prior to use.
Equipment may not be operated if any unsafe condition exists. o Equipment includes shuttle vans, locomotives/trackmobiles, loading ramps, golf
carts, bridge plates, tools, derails, trailers, and railcar components. o Unsafe conditions include, but are not limited to, bald tires, significant fluid
leaks, and critical structural concerns. Perform regular maintenance in accordance with manufacturer requirements. For shuttle vans and other company vehicles, the following items are to be inspected
daily and documented on a daily inspection sheet prior to use. o Check all fluids, including:
Oil Power steering fluid Brake fluid Transmission fluid Coolant
o Check the engine belt. Replace if signs of wear are visible, or when recommended in the owner’s manual.
o Check for leaks. After the vehicle has been parked overnight, look under the vehicle for signs of leaks.
o Check all lights. If any light is inoperative, replace immediately. o Check all tires. Tires must have tread across their entire surface. Replace tires
before they become bald. o Check interior and exterior condition for cleanliness, and make repairs to
defective items immediately. Examples include broken mirrors or light covers, torn seats, major body damage, etc.
o When operating a vehicle for the first time that day check the following: Firm brake feel and absence of brake squeal. Taut steering feel. Transmission goes into gear and park positively and securely. Parking brake cable does not have excessive slack.
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Examples of unacceptable vehicle conditions
Keep vehicle interiors tidy! Replace well‐before tires are bald!
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RampInspectionsEquipment inspections must be completed daily, prior to use. If safety concerns are noted during inspection, the equipment must be taken out of service immediately. Inspecting equipment daily and making necessary repairs is a must. It demonstrates a commitment to the safety of employees and illustrates dedication in providing customers with a quality service and providing a damage free product. Without equipment the job would not get completed. Find problems before they occur to keep employees safe and avoid delays.
PortableLoadingRamps Inspect all structural components, metal grating, welds, and bolts. If discrepancies are noted,
schedule repairs immediately. If discrepancies are critical and could lead to sudden failure, do not use the equipment until repairs can be completed; lock out equipment if such conditions exist.
Check hydraulic fluid levels, hoses, and cylinders. If any leaks are noted, schedule repairs immediately. If more serious leaks occur, contain and clean up the spill in accordance with proper hazardous materials handling and disposal. Do not use the equipment until repairs can be completed; lock out equipment if such conditions exist.
Leaks such as these should be repaired right away.
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RampinGeneral Approved paint per railroad or manufacturer Equipment number located on ramp Properly stenciled (manufacturer, capacity) No broken welds or cracks Washers utilized on moving pins Cotter pins or hitch pins utilized on pins Cotter pins properly spread Zip ties properly cut, no excess Zerk fittings properly greased Block and tackle has graphite applied
Main rollers have graphite applied No excess lube, grease, or graphite present Bolts tightened (rust drips indicate loose bolts) Bolts replaced with Grade 8 as needed Lights working (if applicable) If a feature is on the ramp it must be in working
order, (lights, horn, emergency brake, etc) No debris shall be on the ramp at any time Complete scheduled oil changes Complete scheduled tune‐ups Replace air filters as needed
SteeringWheel Good condition, working properly Steering wheel cap present
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SeatandPlatform Good condition, free of tears Arms present on seat Retractable seatbelt Seat properly secured Platform properly secured No loose bolts
FireExtinguisher Good condition Properly mounted/secured Inspection tag present Inspected monthly
Gauges (steering column and behind engine)
Legible Fluid filled (if applicable) No broken needles (if applicable) No missing caps (if applicable)
IgnitionSwitch• Properly labeled • Switch set to proper setting
Choke,EmergencyBrake,andThrottle Properly labeled Properly secured
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RampControlLevers Properly labeled Properly secured
Cotter pins present Cotter pins properly spread
RampShifter• Properly labeled (forward, reverse) • Boot properly secured
Brakes• Working condition, resistance when
pressure applied • Anti‐slip tape applied to pedal • Fluid present • No leaks from master cylinder
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Battery• Properly secured • No corrosion present • Contained in marine box for weatherproofing
Tanks (fuel and hydraulic)
• Properly labeled • Capacity stenciled • Warning signs, flammable • No leaks • Bolts tight
TankGauges (fuel and hydraulic)
• Legible • No leaks • Tank properly filled
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Tires• Correct tire size • Properly inflated to prevent wear • Sufficient tread present
Wheels• Good condition • No damage • All lug nuts present • All lug nuts tight
WireRopeLiftCables• No damage, no frays • Lubed, CX77 only • 6‐9 twists on the dead end • Dead end torched to prevent
fraying • Hose clamp utilized to prevent
fraying
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HydraulicHoses• No damage • No leaks • Proper PSI • Wrapped if contacting metal • Grommets used as needed
Outriggers• Proper working condition • No leaks
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SandShoes• Good condition • No damage • Clean and free of fluid • Extra support braces preferred (not pictured)
Bridge,Ground,andMainCylinders• Proper working condition • No leaks • Breathers (if applicable) • Clevis secured to shaft • Proper length pins utilized • Washers as needed • Cotter pins as needed; properly spread
Grating• No cracked welds • No missing sections • No sharp edges that could damage vehicles • Proper repairs
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Handrails• Properly secured • No broken welds • Free of sharp edges • Holes filled with gap filler to prevent insect
infestation
SpeedLimitSign• Properly secured • Good condition, legible • Proper speed noted • Posted in view of driver
Bridge• Handrail in good condition • Pins in good condition • Pins have “T” brackets welded or
cotter pins present • No cracks in plates
• Fabricated braces present as needed on plates
• Recommend: grating across gap between plates to prevent employees falling
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LatchPawlAssembly• Latch pawls properly welded to rod • Rod cannot be cut and re‐welded • Locking cam housing not broken, seal intact • Locking cam housing bolts present, tight • Latch pawl guard present (if applicable) • Main bearing bolts present, tight • Main bearing in good condition
Lockout/Tagout• Ramp taken out of service • Proper tag applied • Name, date, exceptions noted • All exceptions noted on tag • AAR can audit ramp tagged out, so note all exceptions • AAR cannot audit ramp if tagged out as “Surplus Equipment‐ Not in Use”
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WorkPracticesObserve work practices regularly. Crews should perform all duties in a safe and professional manner. This not only pertains to operation of equipment, but all facets of work, including walking/running, climbing, installing/removing chocks, adjusting decks, opening/closing railcar doors, etc. An individual who walks or runs directly into a drive aisle without first looking both ways places himself at risk. The same is true for the individual who fails to maintain three points of contact while climbing or jumps down from a rail car deck or coupler.
OperatingEquipment When operating any moving equipment, always comply with all traffic rules. This includes traffic
patterns, yield and stop signs, directional arrows, and posted speed limits Never operate at unsafe speeds. Under certain conditions, the safe speed may be less than the
speed limit. Consider weather, visibility, proximity of persons and other vehicles, and level of activity in the area.
Always scan for people, vehicles, and stationary obstructions while in motion. Keep your eyes outside of the vehicle you are moving and never take your eyes away from the immediate task of driving. Come to a full and complete stop before performing functions not directly related to maneuvering the vehicle, such as adjusting accessories or signing bay tags.
When leaving the immediate control of a vehicle, the transmission must be placed in park or low gear, the parking brake must be set, and the engine must be shut off. Immediate control of a vehicle is defined as being seated with feet in the proper position to reach pedals and hands on steering wheel and shift lever as appropriate.
Loading ramps may only be driven with the use of a spotter. The spotter must be positioned at the rear/lower end of the ramp and where continuous communication with the ramp operator is maintained. While the loading ramp is in motion, no person other than the loading ramp operator may be on the equipment.
Never park on or “foul” tracks. Always park vehicles and equipment clear of tracks and out of the path of any railcars or locomotives.
When operating a vehicle inside of railcars, no vehicles may begin moving until: all chocks have been removed; required bridge plates are in place; doors are open with door pins locked; hinged decks are set and locked correctly; railcar decks are clear of debris or obstructions; and the loading ramp is in place. Over‐sized vehicles require the use of a spotter.
ClimbingonEquipment Whenever climbing on or off any vehicle, railcar, or other equipment, three points of contact
must be maintained. Three points of contact is defined as having two hands and one foot or one hand and two feet on contact with surfaces that will support body weight. Never jump from any height.
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Never grab or step on a surface that is not designed to support a person’s body weight or that is unstable.
All handbrakes must be fully set prior to performing work or climbing onto railcars. Single rail cars must additionally have wheel chocks applied.
Never climb on or off moving equipment. Vehicles and equipment must be at a full and complete stop when getting on or off. When a vehicle is in motion, all passengers must be seated. No passengers may be standing either inside of a vehicle or on an outer step. Passengers may not ride in the open bed of a pickup truck under any circumstances.
Riding on the back step of a shuttle van is strictly prohibited!
TrackProtection No work may be performed on any section of track without proper track protection in
place. At minimum, track protection will consist of a red or blue flag as appropriate and a locked derail, both properly positioned. Under certain circumstances, a switch which is locked away and a safe distance from the work being performed may take the place of a derail. In all cases, the lock must be placed by the craft protecting their work. No other craft may possess the key to the lock or handle the derail or switch in any manner.
The derail must be installed in a location that will provide protection to the section of
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track where work is being performed. If a switch is locked away to provide protection the switch must be located where it will protect the work. In most cases, the location of the derail or switch must be at least 50 feet from the workers or equipment being protected.
A red or blue flag, as appropriate, will be placed in conjunction with the derail or switch protecting the work. For a derail, the flag is to be placed forward of the derail in a position that will provide adequate warning to other equipment which may attempt to enter the track. For switch protection, the flag will be placed behind the switch and forward of the work.
o When work is being performed during hours of darkness, the flag must be lighted.
Once work has been completed, flags, derails, and locks may be removed only when all craft workers have been informed that the tracks are no longer protected and instructed to stay clear.
Portable derail Hinged “flop‐over” derail
A Flag must accompany a derail
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OSHA300and300AEffective: January 1, 2002, Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
The OSHA Act sets standards for employers to maintain safety and health standards for employees. Each Inter‐Rail Transport location is required to maintain a log of all injuries on OSHA Form 300 and Summary OSHA Form 300A. Both forms are obtainable from the local OSHA offices located throughout the country and from the Home Office. You can also download the forms from:
http://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/new‐osha300form1‐1‐04.pdf
In the event an OSHA inspector arrives at your facility, immediately contact your railroad representative and your General Manager and advise them of the presence of an inspector, the agency they represent, the name of the inspector, and the nature of the business or inspection they will be conducting.
RecordKeepingRequirementsOSHA Form 300 – Log of Work‐Related Injuries and Illnesses require that entries must be made within seven days of learning of an injury or illness. Both forms, OSHA 300 and OSHA 300A must be kept for five years.
Full instructions are on each of the OSHA Form 300 and OSHA Form 300A. Federal Law requires employers to be in compliance with OSHA recordkeeping of injuries and or illnesses.
OSHA Form 300 – Log of Work‐Related Injuries and Illnesses
Work related injuries that result in death, the loss of a workday, or require medical treatment beyond first aid, involve loss of consciousness, or restriction of motion must be recorded on OSHA Form 300, Log and Summary of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.
OSHA Form 300A – Summary of Work‐Related Injuries and Illnesses
The OSHA 300A form must be completed even if no work‐related injuries or illnesses occurred during the year. Using the log (Form 300), count the individual entries you made for each category. Write the totals on 300A, if you had no cases, write “0”.
PostingRequirementsThe OSHA Form 300A must be posted from February 1 to April 30 of the year following the year covered by the form.