CP Safety Rule Book 2012

Safety Rule Book for
Field Operations
Effective: March 31, 2012
Corporate Safety
Policy
Goal
Our goal is to be the safest railway in North America.
Corporate Commitment
We will integrate workplace, operational and public safety into everything we do.
We will meet or exceed all applicable safety laws and regulations.
We will establish safety objectives and develop plans to meet our goal.
We will provide the leadership, training, tools and resources needed to maintain
a safe and healthy work environment.
We will maintain and continuously improve our safety culture, processes,
technologies and management systems.
Manager Accountability
We will make the Health & Safety of our workplace and our operation our first
priority.
We will empower all employees to perform their work safely and to participate
in safety processes.
We will assess the potential risk of all safety hazards and develop action plans
to prevent accidents and injuries.
We will investigate safety incidents, determine cause and apply appropriate
corrective actions to reduce the risk of recurrence.
Employee Accountability
We will make our Health & Safety and that of our co-workers our first priority
and personal responsibility.
We will identify and report all Health & Safety hazards and incidents.
We will comply with all rules and standards to ensure operational and public
safety.
No job on our railway will ever be so important that
we cant take the time to do it safely.
Mike Franczak
Executive Vice-President
Operations
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Fred Green
President &
Chief Executive Officer
Welcome!
We are pleased to introduce you to the 2012 version of the Canadian Pacific Safety Rule Book for
Field Operations employees. This book has been refined based on the knowledge and experience of
many of your CP colleagues labour and management alike. It is intended to function as an essential
safe-work tool, helping you make safe decisions on the job.
This book contains both safety rules and recommended practices. Safety rules are actions that must
be complied with and enforced at all times. In addition to this, there are recommended practices that
should be followed unless another method is known to be as safe or safer.
Use this book with the understanding that Canadian Pacific as a railroad, including every coworker
out there with you, is committed to your going home safe every day.
Ask for assistance when needed. If you are unsure how to perform the task safely, ask for instruction
from your supervisor, co-worker, trainer, or mentor.
The Safety Rule Book Update Process

In April 2011, a team of CPs railroad professionals came together for a full review and revision of the
Safety Rules & Safe Work Procedures for Transportation/Field Operations Employees (2005 ed.). This
process resulted in the book you now hold. The group was tasked with ensuring the books safety
rules were up to date, accurate, and unambiguous. Those rules that could not be readily complied
with or enforced were revamped. Unclear wording or text that was easily misinterpreted was edited
for clarity. The team was also challenged to maintain consistency wherever the work was the same
across functions.
An Update Committee, composed of employees from across the CP rail network, drove the
revision process. On this committee were people from all levels of the organization representing
different geographical and operational perspectives as well as different job classifications. Committee
members carefully examined the entirety of the existing rule book with an eye towards optimization
and simplification where possible.
The Update Committee did not operate independently, instead soliciting feedback and advice from
a wide variety of sources throughout the Company. All employees who used the previous safety
rule book were asked, through an attached questionnaire, for input and suggestions regarding
improving the book. Prospective changes were circulated amongst subject matter experts and all
recommendations that resulted were carefully considered and implemented as was considered
appropriate.
The following people invested a great amount of time and energy into the revision and update
process of the Safety Rule Book. We thank everyone for this outstanding work.
Paul Jorundson Team Facilitator, Field Operations Safety Specialist
Kevin Sholes Safety Program Specialist
Chad Riddell Manager, Technical Training, Field Operations
Jason Limberg Field Safety Specialist
Tim Organ Locomotive Engineer
Doug Edward Locomotive Engineer
Nate Larsen Conductor
Danny Letain Trainmaster
Craig Thurow Locomotive Engineer
Nathan Blunt Locomotive Engineer, Field Placement Coordinator
Talia Gordon Conductor, Field Placement Coordinator
Glen Murdock Technical Writer
April Taylor Graphic Designer
Mike Pielak Director of Safety Standards
Scott McDade Manager, Rules, Canada
Rod McCorkle Manager, Rules, US
Kim Wachs Manager, Operating Practices, Canada
Kim Johnson Manager, Operating Practices, US
Contents
Organizing the Information................................................................................................................. 4
Additional Features and Value-Adds................................................................................................... 5
Section I: Core Safety Rules................................................................................................................. 7
Section II: Function-Specific Rules and Recommended Practices................................................... 11
T-0 Job Briefings..................................................................................................................................... 11
T-1 Air Hoses, Handling......................................................................................................................... 11
Safe Work Procedure: Coupling Air Hoses.............................................................. 12
Safe Work Procedure: Opening Angle Cocks.......................................................... 12
Safe Work Procedure: Uncoupling Air Hoses......................................................... 12
T-2 Cabling Cars.................................................................................................................................... 13
Safe Work Procedure: Cabling Cars........................................................................ 13
T-3 Chocks............................................................................................................................................. 14
Safe Work Procedure: Handling Chocks.................................................................. 14
T-4 Company Vehicles........................................................................................................................... 14
T-5 Aligning Drawbar/Coupler.............................................................................................................. 15
Safe Work Procedure: Aligning Coupler................................................................... 16
Safe Work Procedure: Using Knuckle-mate............................................................. 17
Safe Work Procedure: Coupler Alignment Strap.................................................... 17
T-6 Coupling/Uncoupling...................................................................................................................... 18
T-7 Knuckle Replacement..................................................................................................................... 19
Safe Work Procedure:Transporting Knuckle to Replacement Location.............. 19
Safe Work Procedure: Replacing Knuckles............................................................... 20
T-8 Crossing Over Rail Equipment....................................................................................................... 21
T-9 Derails.............................................................................................................................................. 22
Safe Work Procedure: Removing Derails.................................................................. 22
Safe Work Procedure: Restoring Derails to Derailing Position.............................. 23
T-10 Emergencies and Derailments..................................................................................................... 24
T-11 Entraining and Detraining Equipment....................................................................................... 25
Safe Work Procedure: Entraining Moving Equipment............................................ 26
Safe Work Procedure: Detraining Moving Equipment............................................ 26
T-12 Fire Safety...................................................................................................................................... 27
Safe Work Procedure: Fire Extinguishers................................................................ 27
T-13 Fusees............................................................................................................................................ 27
Safe Work Procedure: Fusees.................................................................................... 27
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T-14 Hand Brakes....................................................................................................................... 28

Safe Work Procedure: Horizontal Wheel Hand Brakes
(Staff/Stem-Winder)....................................................................................... 28
Safe Work Procedure: Applying Ratchet Hand Brakes............................... 29
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing Ratchet Hand Brakes.............................. 30
Safe Work Procedure: Multilevel (Autorack) Hand Brake Using the
Multilevel Brake Stick..................................................................................... 30
Safe Work Procedure: Applying All Vertical Wheel Hand Brakes.............. 31
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing Vertical Wheel Hand Brake
Equipment With a Release Lever................................................................... 32
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing Vertical Wheel Hand Brake
Equipped Without Release Lever................................................................... 32
T-15 Housekeeping..................................................................................................................... 32
T-16 Multiple Unit (MU) Cable................................................................................................. 33
Safe Work Procedure: Installing Multiple Unit (MU) Cables...................... 33
Safe Work Procedure: Removing Multiple Unit (MU) Cables.................... 33
T-17 Non-CP Personnel.............................................................................................................. 34
T-18 Office Safety........................................................................................................................ 34
T-19 On or About Locomotives................................................................................................ 34
Safe Work Procedure: Grips/Bags on Locomotives..................................... 35
Safe Work Procedure: Opening/Closing Locomotive Cab Windows......... 35
T-20 On or About Tracks........................................................................................................... 36
Safe Work Procedure: Flagging...................................................................... 37
T-21 Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing................................................................ 38
Clothing............................................................................................................ 38
Eye and Face Protection................................................................................. 38
Footwear........................................................................................................... 39
Head Protection.............................................................................................. 40
Hearing Protection.......................................................................................... 40
High Visibility Apparel..................................................................................... 41
Jewelry and Hair.............................................................................................. 41
Respirators....................................................................................................... 41
T-22 Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing Chart..................................................... 42
T-23 Restricted/Close Clearances............................................................................................. 43

T-24 Riding Equipment............................................................................................................... 43
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T-25 Sense and Braking Unit (SBU)/End of Train (EOT) Devices....................................... 45

Safe Work Procedure: Applying SBUs/EOTs........................................................... 45
Safe Work Procedure: Removing SBUs/EOTs......................................................... 45
T-26 Switches........................................................................................................................... 46
Safe Work Procedure: Cleaning Switches - Winter Months.................................. 46
Safe Work Procedure: Switches Equipped With Switch Point Locks................... 47
Safe Work Procedure:Table Top/Horizontal Switches........................................... 48
Safe Work Procedure:Vertical Switch.................................................................... 50
T-27 Three-Point Protection................................................................................................... 51
Safe Work Procedure: Applying 3-Point Protection with Locomotive
Attached to Equipment............................................................................................. 51
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing 3-Point Protection with Locomotive
Attached to Equipment............................................................................................. 51
Safe Work Procedure: Applying 3-Point Protection in
Remote Control Locomotive Service (RCLS)........................................................ 51
Section III: Resources.............................................................................................................. 52
Body Positioning......................................................................................................... 53
Load Handling/Lifting................................................................................................ 54
Flex, Stretch Prevent!.......................................................................................................... 56
Glossary.................................................................................................................................... 59
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Organizing the Information

The Safety Rule Book Field For Operations is organized into an introduction and three main
sections:
Section 1: Core Safety Rules
Section II: Function-Specific Safety Rules, Safe Work Procedures, and Recommended Practices
Section III: Resources.
Each section is described in more detail below.
Sections I & II
Sections I & II establish Core Safety Rules, as well as rules for function-specific work activities, safe
work procedures, and recommended practices, which are function-specific practices that professional
railroaders have found to be safe and efficient for years. The following descriptions outline further
the information these sections contain:
Core Safety Rules: These are common rules to all functions and must be complied with at all times.
The Core Safety Rules are organized into:
Substance Abuse;
Rights and Responsibilities;
Vehicles, Equipment and Tools;
Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment;
Work Environment; and
Materials;
Use of Electronic Devices.
On or About Tracks;
Function-Specific Rules: These are rules that must be complied with at all times. They are written
to address the work of individual functions, but also set the same standard across multiple functions
when appropriate. Topics are numbered and organized in alphabetical order and include standards on
the wearing of Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment.
Recommended Practices: These practices should be followed unless another method is known to
be as safe or safer. These practices give us freedom to decide which is the safest way for us to work.
Safe Work Procedures: These procedures outline the steps to doing the job. Like safety rules, safe
work procedures must be complied with at all times.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Chart: This chart has been created to assist the user in
determining the appropriate PPE that is required based on the task to be performed.
Section III: Resources

This section provides descriptions of CP Standards and Programs, some of which are mandatory
for the safe performance of job tasks. Also featured in this section are excerpts from government
regulations and operating rules, guidelines for particular kinds of work, a glossary of terms used in
the rule book, and a Suggestion Form designed to encourage feedback from all readers.
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Additional Features and Value-Adds

See also References and Icons
In Section II, various topics have see also references to related sources of information. The
references are designed to help you find additional information. However, they are not meant to
exhaustively cover all information or references related to a particular topic. Additional company
and regulatory requirements may be applicable and can be obtained from your supervisor.
Icons
Some topics include icons that represent a special connection to safety issues
Safety at Home: This icon reminds you that the rules and recommended practices
can be applied at home.
Movement Safety Guidelines: Topics with this icon may have a higher potential for risk
of sprains, strains, discomfort, fatigue, or exertion injuries. When you see this icon,
please refer to the Movement Safety Guidelines that appears in Section III Resources.
Critical Safety Rule (CSR): Safety rules if violated can cause great harm to yourself, a
co-worker, or infrastructure.
S.O.F.A.: Switching Operation Fatality Analysis: The recommendations of the SOFA
working group, a true collaborative effort of all stakeholders (FRA, UTU, BLE, AAR, and
ASLRRA), establishing five (5) Lifesaving rules which, when carried out as intended, help
ensure that fatalities and injuries associated with switching operations are eliminated.
3-point protection: A procedure used to protect employees when fouling equipment.

This procedure requires both the employee being protected and the employee
providing the protection to act together when providing and releasing the protection.
Pinch-Point: Any point at which it is possible to be caught between the moving parts,
stationary parts, or the material being processed.
Qualified and Authorized: A status attained by an employee who has successfully
completed any required training and demonstrated proficiency in the duties of a
particular position or function and who has been given the right to act.
Flex, StretchPrevent!: Indicates the recommendation to perform Task Specific Flex,
StretchPrevent! When you see this icon, please refer to the Flex, Stretch...Prevent!
program that appears in Section III Resources.
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Glossary Terms
The Glossary in Section III provides safety and operational terms for which you may need further
clarification.
Feedback on the Safety Rule Book for Field Operations

A Suggestion Form has been included at the end of Section III to make it easy for anyone to offer
feedback and suggestions on the book. Simply fill out the form and return it to:
Safety, Environment & Regulatory
Suite 700
401 9th Ave. S.W.
Calgary, AB
Canada
T2P 4Z4
SER_mail@cpr.ca
Fax: (403) 319-3883
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Section 1: Core Safety Rules

Rights and Responsibilities
1. We must make certain that:
a. Job tasks are performed only by individuals who are qualified and authorized to perform
them.
b. Job briefings are conducted before performing work and when activity and/or conditions
change from initial briefing.
c. We advise and redirect to safe work practices anyone observed performing an unsafe act.
d. We inform each other of known unsafe conditions and corresponding control measures.
e. We correct unsafe conditions or protect against them and report them to a supervisor.
f. Oral and written reports of accidents, incidents, including injuries, and related information
are reported to a supervisor not later than the end of shift or as soon as possible.
g. Warning signs, posted instructions, placards, and/or barriers marking restricted areas
and lock-out/tag-out areas are displayed and complied with at all times.
h. We do not participate in horseplay or physical altercations while on Company property or
participating in Company activities.
i. One person does not engage in work activity that by legislation or Company policy
requires two or more people.
j. A copy of the Safety Rule Book Field for Field Operations is accessible while on duty.
k. We do not possess or use a firearm on Company property unless authorized by CP Police
Services to do so.
Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment

2. Wear and maintain approved personal protective equipment and clothing required by job task
and/or work environment, including off-site industries.
3. Confirm that personal protective equipment is in working condition before use, removing from
service if defective.
4. Use approved personal protective equipment for the purpose(s) intended.
Materials
5. Use approved, properly marked containers when storing or transporting flammable liquids or
materials.
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On or About Tracks
6. Look for moving equipment/track unit when approaching, crossing, or fouling tracks.
7. Allow at least 15 feet when passing around the end of standing engine, car, or track unit unless
proper protection is provided.
Substance Abuse
8. Inappropriate substance use is prohibited as identified in Policy 1806 Alcohol and Drug Policy
(Canada) and Policy 1807 Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace and Testing (United States).
Vehicles, Equipment, and Tools

9. Wear seat belt while operating or riding in motor vehicles equipped with them, unless engaged
in inspections and traveling less than 15 mph.
10. Operate, maintain, and repair vehicles, equipment, tools, and materials only when qualified and
authorized.
11. Use approved tools, equipment, and materials for the purpose(s) intended.
12. Do not modify or override safety devices or remove safety guards.
13. Maintain, repair, and store equipment according to prescribed instructions.
14. Inspect all vehicles, equipment, tools, and related safety devices for unsafe conditions before use.
Repair or tag and remove from service if defective.
15. Prior to operation of a vehicle the driver must conduct a walk around of the vehicle to identify
any obstacles, clearance restrictions, or adjacent vehicles that may interfere with executing a safe
movement.
16. Do not use hand held cell phones while operating a company vehicle or mobile equipment while
it is in motion on any type of road except in an emergency.
17. Use company provided cell phones, hands free only, for limited use while operating a company
vehicle or mobile equipment if:
it is solely for company business;
it is safe to do so; and
the vehicle or mobile equipment being operated is NOT on a public roadway in a province,
state, or other jurisdiction where such use is in violation of any law or regulation.
18. Use three-point contact when getting on or off any equipment, machinery, ladder, or vehicle.
19. Face the vehicle or equipment/track unit when getting on or off.
20. Ventilate exhaust when operating internal-combustion equipment inside buildings or enclosed
structures.
Work Environment
21. Keep work area and environment orderly and free from clutter and debris.
22. Do not walk under suspended loads.
23. Identify emergency exits, fire extinguishers, circuit breaker or fuse panels.
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Use of Electronic Devices

For employees governed by GCOR/CROR refer to the applicable operating rules and related special
system instructions.
24. Do not use personal entertainment devices while on duty or on CP property except when used
in an office or other similar locations approved by your supervisor or by the person in charge,
or when such a device is installed in a company vehicle.
25. Do not use personal communication devices except:
In an emergency;
During a recognized meal break; and
For minimal voice communication when:
The track unit/mobile equipment and physical work activities are stopped;
You are not foul of any track; and
You confirm with all involved employees that such use will not interfere with any safety
related duty.
When not in use these devices must be turned off, with any ear pieces removed and stored out of
sight in a location not on your person.
26. Do not use company provided communication devices if you are operating or controlling the
movement of a track unit/mobile equipment unless:
The track unit/mobile equipment is stopped;
related duty.
27. Do not use company provided communication devices when performing/supervising physical
work unless:
All physical work activities are stopped;
related duty.
28. In all other cases you may use a company provided communication device if:
You are authorized;
related duty.
Rules 26, 27, 28 above do not apply to devices directly related to safe railway operations
(e.g. company radios, remote switches, etc.).
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Section 11: Function-Specific Rules and

Recommended Practices
T- 0 Job Briefings
1. Pre-Departure/Yard Checklist - must be completed, reviewed and signed by all crew members
prior to taking charge of an engine. The yard checklist must be done with the supervisor
present where practicable.
2. Job Briefing is led by the conductor/foreman and all crew members must have a clear
understanding of the tasks to be performed prior to commencing any work and/or when work
conditions change.
3. On Board Job Briefing Form all crew members must use the On Board job Briefing form and
the conductor is responsible for completing the form as applicable.
4. Job Debrief yard and switcher crews which have an on-site supervisor must complete a job
debrief prior to the completion of their shift with the supervisor, reviewing safety concerns
and operational issues. If the supervisor is unavailable to participate the crew must complete
and submit the debrief form. Road crews must have a debrief led by the conductor ensuring all
required documents are secured and handed in as required.
T-1 Air Hoses, Handling

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1. Ensure equipment is secured or 3-point protection is provided when handling air hoses.
2. Turn your head away from the glad hands when air hoses are being uncoupled.
3. Never kick, strike at, or jostle the air hose(s) to stop a leak.
4. Do not make any adjustments to air hoses without first closing both angle cocks.
5. Never reach over a drawbar to open or close an angle cock.
6. It is prohibited to bottle the air on a car.
Assume a balanced stance that will enable you to quickly step out from between the
equipment in the event of an unexpected movement.
Keep one foot outside the rail whenever possible.
Clean debris from area if present.
Treat all air hoses and angle cocks as if they are under pressure.
Turn your head away when opening angle cocks to reduce the risk of debris/particles
entering the eyes.
It is permissible to separate train line hoses by making a separation between equipment.
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Safe Work Procedure: Coupling Air Hoses

Step 1: Ensure equipment is secure, if equipment is attached to
a locomotive, ensure 3-point protection is in place.
Step 2: Step between the cars.
Step 3: Make sure that both glad hands have gaskets.
Step 4: Bending down at the knees and hips while maintaining a
neutral spine, grasp the air hose nearest you firmly
behind its glad hand and bend it upward.
Step 5: Grasp the hose farthest away and pull it toward the
bent hose.
Step 6: Match the glad hands into opposite contoured slots and
push them downward. Make certain that the glad hands
are seated.
Step 7: With your head turned away, gradually open the angle cock.
Step 8: Remove 3-point protection
Safe Work Procedure: Opening Angle Cocks

Step 1: Ensure 3-point protection is in place.
Step 2: With your head turned away, gradually open angle cock,
bracing hose against leg.
Step 3: If you hear an air leak, close both angle cocks and make
sure there is no pressure in the hoses before adjusting or
repairing the leak.
Safe Work Procedure: Opening an angle cock or

dumping the air to an uncoupled air hose
Step 2: Grasp the hose at the glad hand clear of the vent port.
Step 3: Brace the glad hand firmly against your thigh just above the knee.
Step 4: Turn your face away from the glad hand before slowly opening the angle cock.
Safe Work Procedure: Uncoupling Air Hoses

Step 2: Close both angle cocks.
Step 3: Bending down while maintaining a neutral spine, firmly
grasp each glad hand with your hand near the coupling.
Step 4: With your arm extended and with a quick motion, pull
upward on the glad hands.
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T-2 Cabling Cars

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1. Ensure cars are secure or 3-point protection is provided before conducting this task.
2. Ensure cars are free of broken parts.
3. Tow only one car.
4. Bleed air brakes off car being towed.
Stay clear of cable under load.
Safe Work Procedure: Cabling Cars

Step 1: Ensure car is secured
Step 2: Locate the hole behind the striker plate.
Step 3: Inspect cable to ensure it is in proper working condition.
Step 4: Feed cable through the hole.
Step 5: Push failed drawbar to one side of pocket.
Step 6: Use hook to secure cable.
Step 7: Loop other cable around head of coupler.
Step 8: Ensure cable hook is secure.
Step 9: Apply a light hand brake on car to be moved, adjusting tension/braking force as required to
control the movement of the car by avoiding slack run-in. Avoid skidding the wheels.
Step 10: Test the effectiveness of the brake applied.
Step 11: Position yourself to apply a stronger brake if required.
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T-3 Chocks
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1. Ensure 3-point or other protection is in place before applying
or removing chocks.
2. Apply and remove chocks only when movement has stopped
and slack has settled.
3. Work only from the side of the equipment.
4. Keep fingers and hands clear of the wheel tread and top of rail.
5. Use only approved chocking devices.
Use caution attempting to remove chock because it may be wedged between the rail and
wheel.
Safe Work Procedure: Handling Chocks

Step 1: Position yourself to the side of the equipment.
Step 2: Grasp the chock by the handle.
Step 3: Wedge the chock between the rail and the wheel.
Step 4: If required, move rail car before removing chock.
Step 5: When removing a chock, place the chock in a designated location or parallel to and against
the rail.
T-4 Company Vehicles

1. The vehicle operator must be in possession of valid drivers license for the class of vehicle being
operated.
2. Inspect Company vehicles for unsafe conditions before use. Repair or tag and remove from
service if defective.
3. Operate Company vehicles with daytime running lights if so equipped.
4. Do not get on or off a moving Company vehicle.
5. While being transported in Company vehicles, ride only in seats permanently installed or in
approved, identified riding locations.
6. Wear seat belt while operating or riding in motor vehicles equipped with them, unless engaged
in inspections and traveling less than 15 MPH on CP property.
7. While transporting tools, materials and equipment with a company vehicle on road or track,
loads must be contained, immobilized or secured.
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All mirrors should be adjusted and windows cleared to maximize driver visibility.
If operating a vehicle with a restricted rear view and if a passenger is present, it is
recommended the passenger exit the vehicle and provide direction to the driver during the
reverse movement.
Ensure the passenger providing direction is in a safe location and visible at all times to the
driver. Review and agree on the communication to be used between the driver and the
person giving direction. If visibility from the driver to the person providing direction is lost,
the reverse movement must be stopped.
When parking a company vehicle, the vehicle should:
Be parked so a reverse movement is avoided when exiting the parking location; or
Be backed into a parking stall upon arrival
Do not park foul of the track unless on-track protection is provided.
T-5 Aligning Drawbar/Coupler

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1. Separate cars to be coupled by 50 feet
2. Ensure that each group of cars is secured and 3-point
protection is provided prior to stepping foul of
equipment.
3. Check for other equipment movements on the
same track.
4. Do not adjust coupler by kicking it with your foot.
5. Do not lift a drawbar.
Separate cars on straight (tangent) track if

possible.
Align drawbar/coupler from either a backwardfacing or a forward-facing position.
Establish secure footing and handholds.
Keep fingers and hands clear of pinch points.
Listen to what is going on around you. If you hear
any equipment move, step clear immediately.
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Safe Work Procedure: Aligning Coupler with Backward or Forward Method

Step 1: Stand to the side of the coupler.
Step 2: Face or turn your back to the coupler leaning against it.
Step 3: Put one foot beneath the coupler, one foot in front of you or one foot behind you, depending
on method.
Step 4: Watch your footing, especially during wet and winter conditions. Do not step on the rail
when walking, however, it is permitted to brace your foot on the rail for added leverage when
aligning the drawbar using the backward or forward facing technique.
Step 5: Grip the coupler from beneath and watch your fingers.
Step 6: Keep the load close to your body.
Step 7: Bend at the knees and hips while maintaining a neutral spine
Step 8: Raise up from the knees, using your leg muscles, and shift your weight forwards/backwards to
push the drawbar over. Do not lift the drawbar or elevate your shoulders when pushing.
Step 9: Use whole body movements, pushing small distances, stopping and repositioning as needed
(repeating the steps above) until the drawbar is aligned. Do not over exert. Get assistance if
required.
Backward Facing Technique

Forward Facing Technique
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Safe Work Procedure: Using Knuckle-mate

Step 1: Separate cars by 50 feet before stepping foul of equipment.
Step 2: Ensure cars are secured and 3-point protection is applied.
Step 3: Ensure the knuckle is closed and locked, and the pin is down.
Step 4: Connect the Knuckle-Mate by placing it over the top of
the knuckle.
Step 5: Make certain the central pin is securely in the hold of the
knuckle, perhaps by adjusting the top levered nut.
Step 6: Assume a balanced position with a wide base of support such

that your center of gravity is well between your feet. Use both
hands on the handle.
Step 7: Adjust the coupler by pulling on the Knuckle-Mate. Be prepared
for unexpected movement.
Step 8: Step clear of the equipment, without fouling adjacent track, and
remove 3-point protection, where required.
Safe Work Procedure: Coupler Alignment Strap

Step 1: Separate cars by 50 feet before stepping foul of equipment.
Step 2: Ensure cars are secured and/or 3-point protection is confirmed before stepping foul of
equipment.
Step 3: Close the knuckle on each car, step clear and remove 3-point protection.
Step 4: Move the engine or cars towards the standing car and stop movement within 3 feet of the
standing car (an exemption to the 50 ft rule).
Step 5: Ensure 3-point protection is engaged.
Step 6: Place the ends of the coupler strap around the couplers and stand clear of the equipment.
Remove 3-point protection.
Step 7: Slowly separate the equipment to remove the slack from the strap and align the couplers.
Step 8: Move the equipment close enough to allow the coupler alignment strap to be removed.
Step 9: Ensure 3-point protection is engaged. Remove the coupler alignment strap.
Step 10: Step clear of the equipment, without fouling adjacent track, and remove 3-point protection.
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T-6 Coupling/Uncoupling
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1. Before coupling cars:
If riding equipment prior to coupling, stop, detrain
(if riding a locomotive, you are exempt from
stopping and detraining); and
Ensure couplers are aligned and that at least one
knuckle is open.
2. Do not adjust drawbars or knuckles, hoses, or angle
cocks when cars or engines are about to couple.
3. Secure 3-point protection and separate cars by 50
feet when adjusting a knuckle or coupler on equipment with a locomotive attached.
4. Do not jerk the operating lever.
5. Only use an operating lever under the following conditions:
while stopped; or
at a walking pace, never run.
6. Lift operating lever using your hand only.
Where practicable, avoid coupling or uncoupling cars on curves.

Establish secure footing and handholds. Keep fingers and hands clear of pinch points when
adjusting the knuckle.
Do not adjust couplers manually unless they move when you apply limited effort.
Listen to what is going on around you. If you hear any equipment move, step clear
immediately.
Stretch the cars after coupling to ensure cars are connected.
Turn your head away from air hoses as the cars seperate when air is being used.
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T-7 Knuckle Replacement

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1. Separate equipment by 50 feet.
2. Ensure cars are secured and 3-point protection is
provided before stepping foul of equipment.
3. When removing or replacing knuckles, keep feet clear
of area directly beneath knuckle.
4. Do not insert your fingers through the hole at the
bottom of a coupler to raise the lock block to open
the knuckle.
E and F knuckles in storage rack
When opening the knuckle have good footing and handholds.
Safe Work Procedure:Transporting Knuckle to Replacement Location

Loading Knuckle onto Car
Step1: Orient the knuckle so you can lift it with your hands clear of pinch
points.
Step 2: Use a squat technique, with wide stance, bending at the hips and
knees, keeping your back neutral as you lift the knuckle off the ground.
Step 3: Place the knuckle on the ladder rung to take the weight while you
reposition your hands underneath the knuckle.
Step 4: Use a stride stance or semi-squat lift to lift the knuckle up onto
the car deck.
Removing Knuckle from Car

Step 5: Use a squat technique, with elbows braced on
thighs, to slide the knuckle (by slightly taking up the
weight) to the edge.
Step 6: Use a golfers lift to allow your hand to stabilize on
the railcar as you raise the knuckle off the car and
release it to the ground.
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For further instruction on the Golfers Lift refer to the Movement

Safety Guidelines, Section III Resources.
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Safe Work Procedure: Replacing Knuckles

Step 1: Ensure 3-point protection is in place or cars are secured with 50 FT separation.
Step 2: Obtain the correct knuckle type - ensure the correct knuckle type is used.
Step 3: Keeping feet clear of the area under the coupler, make sure the knuckle pin is in place and
open the knuckle.
Step 4: Remove the cotter pin.
Step 5: Remove the knuckle from the coupler.
Step 6: Holding the old knuckle close to the body (with stable base of support), place it away from
the immediate work area so it will not become a tripping or operational hazard.
Step 7: Drop the replacement knuckle over the rail first before repeating
the squat lift.
Step 8: Move the lock block back into the coupler recess with the
operating lever held up with an operating lever strap or other
available item (i.e. haywire, belt).
Step 9: Use a squat technique, with wide stance, bending through the hips
and knees, keeping a neutral spine as you lift the knuckle off the
ground and place it into the coupler pocket.
Step 10: Close the knuckle.

Step 11: Insert the knuckle pin into the pinhole, with both hands free, making sure it locks properly.
Step 12: Remove 3-point protection.
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T-8 Crossing Over Rail Equipment
1. Use the appropriate safety device when crossing over equipment (cross over platforms, ladders,
end platforms, locomotive platforms).
2. Do not cross under equipment.
3. Do not cross over between coupled, moving cars.
4. Do not step onto the coupler, striker casting, sliding center sill, coupler shank, angle cock, air
hose or trainline, journal box, operating lever, or truck side.
5. Do not stand, sit or walk on the top of or on the sides of any open top cars (i.e., gondolas,
hoppers, ballast cars, or air dump cars).
6. Do not cross over between multi-level (auto) cars or cars without end platforms.
7. Do not cross/move from one car to another, either while stationary or while moving.
Maintain 3-point contact when crossing over rail equipment.
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T-9 Derails
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1. Prior to operating a derail:
ensure the track is either clear of traffic in both directions or subject to controlled
movement; and
ensure that your movement is stopped 100 feet from the derail and 3-point protection is
provided before operating the derail.
2. If the derail is found to be defective, report it immediately to your supervisor.
3. Do not place a derail lock in an area where the derail will fall on it when placed in the nonderailing position.
4. When entering a track with a derail, do not ride a car over a derail left in the non-derailing
position. Entrain the movement at a point past the derail. Exemption special derails with locks.
Avoid putting hands in pinch point locations.
Watch for moving equipment. Use proper body mechanics.
Some derails do not have handles. In freezing temperatures, derails may freeze to the rail
surface. Always test the derail in these conditions before attempting to lift.
Use your gloves as padding if you kneel down to access the lock
Safe Work Procedure: Removing Derails

Step 1: Obtain 3-point protection, where required.
Step 2: Unlock and remove the lock.
Step 3: While positioned outside the rail, face the derail getting as close as safely possible to it.
Step 4: Bend at the knees and hips while maintaining a neutral spine. Try to keep your knees behind
your toes as you bend down.
Step 5: Grip the derail handle securely (or if no handle is present lift the derail from the field side
edge, as pictured) with hands and fingers clear of pinch points (test the derail by lifting up
on it slightly to ensure it will freely move). Do not over exert. Get assistance if required.
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Derail with handle
Derail without handle

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Step 6: Use your lower body as the stable base of support as you lift and
move the derail into the non-derailing position.
Step 7: Use the momentum generated as you lift using whole body, smooth
continuous movement and let the derail fall over to the ground as
you lift it past vertical (i.e. the twelve oclock position).
Step 8: Remove 3-point protection, where required.
Safe Work Procedure: Restoring Derails to Derailing Position

Step 1: Obtain 3-point protection, where required. Face the derail and grip
the handle securely with hands and fingers clear of pinch points. If
there is no handle, grip the derail from its edge as shown.
Step 2: Bend at the knees and hips while maintaining a neutral spine.Try to
keep your knees behind your toes as you bend down.
Step 3: Use the momentum generated as you lift using whole body, smooth
continuous movement and let the derail fall over to the rail as you
lift it past vertical (i.e. the twelve oclock position).
Step 4: Do not overexert. Get assistance if required.
Step 5: Lock the derail.
Step 6: Move clear and cancel 3-point protection, where required.
Different Derail Types
Flip with handle
Special
Flip without handle
Dwarf
Power
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Flip with handle and opposite rail
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Flip with handle in both directions

T-10 Emergencies and Derailments

See also Emergency Response Plan
Only authorized personnel are permitted at a derailment site.
1. Follow all notification procedures as outlined in location-specific Emergency Response Plans.
2. Approach an emergency or a derailment site only when it has been determined that it is safe to
do so.
3. When arriving at an emergency site, contact the On-Scene Response Coordinator or Person-InCharge for a job briefing.
4. Follow all procedures outlined in the on-site job briefing.
Use extreme caution when walking near or around damaged equipment, structures, re-railing
equipment, track, or walkways, and avoid debris and other material that could cause tripping
or slipping.
Look for and avoid power lines, fiber optic cables, and underground utilities.
Keep clear of all wreckage-clearing equipment, leaning equipment, equipment that is capable
of rolling, and rail or other track structures under strain.
Do not climb on or be about equipment that has derailed except in the performance of
duties as instructed by a Person-In-Charge.
Do not move an injured person unless he or she is in danger of further injury or his or her
location endangers you or anyone else.
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T-11 Entraining and Detraining Equipment

1. It is prohibited to entrain or detrain moving equipment.
2. The ONLY exceptions are:
In emergent situations, such as to avoid a collision;
When operating dual control switches on heavy/mountain grades, to enable returning of a dual
control switch to power position once the movement has occupied the switch points, without
bringing the movement to a stop; and
When slow speed control is being used to load or unload product.
3. Use 3-points of contact on steps, ladders, railings, or handrails when entraining or detraining any piece
of equipment or structure.
4. Entrain and detrain clear of switch stands, bridge approaches, retaining walls, and other fixed objects.
5. Do not get on or off moving track units or other work equipment.
6. Face the locomotive when entraining or detraining from a locomotive stairwell. Use both handrails.
7. Do not jump from any piece of equipment or structure to ground level or onto another adjacent
equipment or structure.
Communicate the intent to entrain or detrain to fellow crew members.
Consider weather, footing, lighting and other pertinent conditions.
When practicable entrain or detrain in the locomotive engineers line of sight.
Check your intended path to ensure it is clear of debris.
When using a cars ladder, improve your footing by turning your feet at an angle and placing the
ball of your foot on the ladders rung against the ladders side rails.
Keep your back in a neutral alignment, maintaining your centre of mass over your base of support
and minimizing twisting. Do not reach up or out from the body excessively with either your
arms or legs.
Use large muscle groups with smooth continuous movements controlling your momentum when
climbing down.
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Safe Work Procedure: Entraining Moving Equipment

Note: Reference exemptions as per rule T-11.
Step 1: Communicate the intention to entrain to person in control of the movement. Stand facing
the approaching movement, clear of its path on the engineer or operators side.
Step 2: Ensure that your entraining area:
Will provide solid footing; and
Does not have any object or condition that will cause you to slip or trip.
Step 3: Identify leading foot and trailing hand:
If movement is from the left: left foot and right hand
If movement is from the right: right foot and left hand
Step 4: Do not attempt to entrain if you think the equipment is moving too fast.
Step 5: Grasp handrail or ladder with trailing hand and, in sync with the movement, step into the
stirrup or step with the leading foot first. Once on the equipment, secure your trailing foot
into the stirrup or step while simultaneously securing your trailing hand on the handhold of
the equipment.
Step 6: Communicate to the person in control of the movement you have entrained.
Safe Work Procedure: Detraining Moving Equipment

Note: Reference exemptions as per rule T-11.
Step 1: Communicate your intention to detrain to the person in control of the movement. When
getting off equipment, always face the direction of travel.Visually select a safe area to detrain
well in advance.
Step 2: Ensure that your detraining area:
Will provide solid footing; and
Does not have any object or condition that will cause you to slip or trip.
Step 3: When getting off equipment, always face the equipment that you are about to detrain and
look where you are going to place your feet.
Step 4: Identify trailing foot and hand:
If movement is from left: left foot and hand
If movement is from right: right foot and hand
Step 5: As you get closer:
a. Narrow your focus on a detraining spot, double checking that it is free of tripping hazards.
b. Drop your trailing foot from the stirrup, make sure it is behind and ahead of the leading foot.
c. Lower your foot to the ground and step away with the other foot.
Step 6: Maintain a grip on the handhold with your trailing hand until you are balanced on your feet.
Step 7: Once your balance is ensured, release your trailinghand from the handhold and step away
from the track.
Step 8: Communicate to the person in control of the movement that you are off the equipment.
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T-12 Fire Safety

1. Replace or report to supervisor for immediate replacement any discharged, missing, or defective
fire extinguisher.
2. Use proper grounding and bonding techniques to prevent static electricity charge when
dispensing or transferring flammable liquids.
3. Dispose of flammable or combustible materials according to established Company guidelines.
Do not leave open flames unattended.
Safe Work Procedure: Fire Extinguishers

Step 1: Carry extinguisher to fire by the handle.
Step 2: Stand upwind of the fire.
Step 3: Pull safety pin to break tamper seal.
Step 4: Operate mechanism which releases gas pressure and extinguisher powder.
Step 5: Direct discharge at leading edge of fire in a slow sweeping motion toward source of ignition.
T-13 Fusees
1. Store fusees in authorized locations.
2. Carry fusees in approved flagging kits.
3. When igniting a fusee:
hold and strike it away from your body;
do not look directly at the fusee; and
do not ignite near fuel sources and be on guard for sparks.
4. When extinguishing a fusee, do not allow the burning compound to come in contact with a
combustible material.
Hold fusee away from body and downwind to avoid inhalation of smoke.
To extinguish a fusee:
Bury the burning end in sand or loose dirt;
Gently strike the burning end of the fusee over the edge of a rail or a heavy metal object
to ensure the burning compound is separated from the rest of the fusee; or
Let the fusee burn to completion.
Safe Work Procedure: Fusees

Step 1: Hold the fusee near the base.
Step 2: Pull the tape over the top to expose the scratch surface on the end of the cap.
Step 3: Twist the cap away from the head of the fusee.
Step 4: Hold the cap stationary, turn your face away, and rub the igniter on the head of the fusee
lightly against the scratch surface of the cap in a motion away from the body.
Step 5: If the fusee does not light, pause before attempting to light it again. While pausing, keep the
fusee pointed away from your face and body.
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T-14 Hand Brakes

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1. Apply the minimum number of hand brakes and test the effectiveness in accordance with
applicable operating rules and operating instructions governing hand brakes.
2. Do not operate the hand brake if it is defective or damaged. Report defective hand brakes.
3. Ensure that cars with defective hand brakes are coupled to cars with effective hand brakes.
4. Remove hand brakes prior to moving car(s) to prevent wheel damage, unless cabling cars.
5. Ensure hands, and other body parts are clear of moving parts of the hand brake.
6. When operating wheel-type hand brakes, always grip the brake wheel with your thumb on the
outside of the wheel rim.
7. Never stand on a rail when applying or releasing a hand brake.
8. Do not apply hand brakes from the ground unless the bottom of the handbrake wheel is at
shoulder height or below and 3-point protection is applied and/or cars are secure.
9. It is permissible to release hand brakes from the ground as long as your torso does not break
the plane of the equipment
Ensure you have secure footing on the car, or where

applicable on the ground, and maintain 3 points of contact.
Apply the hand brake fully, but do not overexert.
Always ask for assistance if the hand brake requires

excessive force to raise/lower or operate.
When practicable avoid using high hand brakes or

horizontal wheel-type hand brakes. Instead, use other cars
(coupled in the same cut of cars) with other types of hand
brakes. If cars with high hand brakes or horizontal wheel
hand brakes are alone or at the low end of a downward
sloping track, the brakes MUST be applied.
Red line indicates the plane

of the equipment
When releasing brakes it is recommended that you check at

least two cars beyond the last hand brake found and released
to ensure there are no more hand brakes applied.
Safe Work Procedure: Horizontal Wheel Hand Brakes (Staff/Stem-Winder)
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1.
Be sure you can operate the hand brake without interference with any load
on the car.
2.
Determine if the hand brake is:

A horizontal wheel with a pawl weight; or
A horizontal wheel with a gradual release (i.e., no pawl weight).
3.
Determine if the wheel/shaft assembly must be raised and lowered for the proper operation of
the hand brake.
4.
Establish a wide base of support, keeping your spine in neutral and bending at the hips and
knees when you squat down to grip the brake wheel. Try to keep your knees behind your toes.
5. Always operate these hand brakes using both hands.

6.
Ensure hands, fingers, and loose clothing are not placed within the spokes of the hand brake.
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Safe Work Procedure: Applying Ratchet Hand Brakes

Step 1: Ensure that the release lever or pawl weight is at the ON position.
Step 2: Determine if you can operate the brake with your heels on the ground to ensure a stable
platform. If yes, follow Steps 3 - 5. If no, follow steps 6 - 9 or use a brake stick.
On Ground
Step 3: If there is slack in the brake assembly operate the
brake lever up and down with a push/pull
movement, with a stable platform being
maintained, until there is resistance. If possible,
alternate between the right and left hands when
taking up the slack. Use the free hand to help stabilize.
Step 4: Once there is resistance, face towards the end of
the car and grasp the handle with a full grip,
keeping your wrist straight. While maintaining a
stable base of support, use your legs to drive
upwards, pushing up with your whole body and
your shoulder in order to apply the handbrake.
Step 5: Apply the hand brake with whole body efforts
until tight.
Go to Step 9.
On Car
Step 6: With feet firmly planted, establish a stable
platform from the side ladder on the car, using
3-point contact at all times with feet firmly
planted.
Step 7: Using a full grip, operate the brake lever up and
down with a push/pull movement until there
is resistance. As you near the end of the slack,
make sure that you use a whole body motion
driving upwards with your legs in order to
engage the ratchet handbrake. Minimize side
bend to reach brake handle. Do not twist and
keep your elbow close to the side of your body.
Step 8: Apply the hand brake with whole body efforts
until tight.
Step 9: After applying the handbrake, check the chain to
ensure it is tight and intact.
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Safe Work Procedure: Releasing Ratchet Hand Brakes

Release the brake from the ground with your heels firmly planted. If this is not possible release the
handbrake from the car maintaining 3-point contact and a neutral spine as you pull up on the release
lever or pawl weight.
Releasing brakes with quick release levers
Step 1: Use the free hand to help stabilize. Rotate the release lever to the release OFF position
while maintaining 3-point contact to release the handbrake.
Step 2: Return the release lever back to the apply On position after the hand brake is fully
released.
Releasing brakes with pawl weight
Step 1: Rotate the pawl weight to the release OFF position while maintaining 3-point contact to
release the handbrake.
Step 2: Use the free hand to help stabilize. Hold the brake near end of the handle and give a short
pull on the handle (as if to apply hand brake) holding your elbow close to your body allowing
the pawl weight to lift pawl out of engagement.
Step 3: Lower the lever back to original position pushing it slightly as it comes to rest against the
lever stop, until the hand brake releases.
Step 4: Return the pawl weight back to the apply On position after the hand brake is fully released.
Safe Work Procedure: Multilevel (Autorack) Hand Brake Using the Multilevel
Brake Stick
Step 1: Position yourself on a balanced surface. Use good body positioning and operate the tool in
close to the body. Maintain comfort by alternating from a left- to a right-handed grip.
Step 2: Couple the brake stick to the brake lever handle. The adaptor on the end of the brake stick
is designed to couple with the two basic types of handles. The adaptor will always rest in
alignment with the brake lever handle for easy coupling. For brake lever handles with a
squared end, the adaptor fastens to the handle through its squared opening in the top of the
adaptor. The end of the handle should stick out the bottom of the adaptor.
Step 3: Once the brake stick is coupled to the brake lever handle, and with two hands on the brake
stick, operate the brake lever up and down until there is resistance (i.e., take the slack out
of the brake assembly).
Step 4: Once there is resistance, tighten the hand brake using whole body efforts. Do not overexert.
Step 5: Once the hand brake is tightened, uncouple the brake stick adaptor from the hand brake
lever handle by removing the adaptor in reverse of how it was coupled to the handle.
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Safe Work Procedure: Applying All Vertical Wheel Hand Brakes

Step 1: Maintain a stable platform at all times while inspecting and operating hand brakes.
Step 2: Inspect the condition of the hand brake, including brake wheel and chain, before attempting
to operate. Ensure the chain is not caught on the platform.
Step 3: Place the release lever or pawl on the on position by reaching behind the wheel with the
right hand.
Step 4: Grip the brake wheel with your thumb and fingers on the outside
of the wheel rim, then turn the wheel in a clockwise motion at a
steady pace, using short strokes, to take up the loose chain (slack).
Step 4: Turn the wheel at a steady pace using short strokes to avoid
awkward work for the hand, wrist, or shoulder. Apply ALL vertical
wheel hand brakes by rotating the brake wheel in a clockwise direction.
Step 5: Maintain a neutral spine by keeping hips and shoulders aligned and
in line with the pulling direction used to tighten the brake.
Standing on Ground: Place your right hand at the 4 oclock position. Use
short pulls with the wrist, hand and back in neutral
position while pulling towards the body (elbow down
to trunk) to reduce awkward positions. As needed,
use body weight to initiate pulls to compliment arm
strength.
Standing on Car: As the handbrake becomes tight, Place your
right hand at approximately the 5 to 8 oclock
position range on the rim. This is dependent on
your height and position standing on the car.
Use whole body efforts with smooth continuous
movements and neutral positions to minimize
awkward postures of the back and shoulder.
Step 6: Apply the brake fully but do not over exert.
Step 7: After applying the hand brake, check the chain to ensure
it is tight and intact.
Note: The rail cars illustrated below have end mounted vertical wheel hand brakes that can be
applied from the ground if the procedures outlined above are followed.
Frame Car (for automotive frames)
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A Coil Car
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing Vertical Wheel Hand Brake Equipment With a
Release Lever
Step 1: Assume the same firm stance you would when applying
the hand brake.
Step 2: With right hand, without reaching through the hand
wheel, rotate the release lever in a clockwise direction
toward the release OFF position. Push firmly until
the hand brake releases.
With some types of hand brakes, the hand wheel will spin in a
counter-clockwise OFF direction when the hand brake
releases. On newer units, the hand wheel will not rotate when
the hand brake releases. Newer units can be identified by the
words FULL RELEASE NON-SPIN on the release lever.
Step 3: Keep your hand, elbow, arm, leg and clothing clear of
the brake wheel and chain. After full release is
completed, return the release lever to the ON
position.
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing Vertical Wheel Hand Brake Equipped Without
Release Lever
Step 1: Assume the same firm stance you would when applying the hand brake.
Step 2: Grasp the rim of the wheel at about the one oclock position with the right hand, keeping
the right hand on the outside of the rim.
Step 3: Turn the wheel counterclockwise as indicated by the word OFF and the directional arrow
located near the top of the hand brake.
Step 4: Counter-clockwise rotation of the hand wheel gradually releases the hand brake to any
desired level of brake force. To fully release the hand brake, continue the counter clockwise
rotation of the hand wheel until all force is released. Then give the wheel a free turn or two
in the same direction until all chain is unwound.
Step 5: The hand brake may be reapplied at any point during gradual release by rotating the wheel in
a clockwise ON direction.
T-15 Housekeeping
See also T-18 Office Safety
1. Dispose of refuse in an appropriate and approved receptacle or waste bin.
2. Keep work and locker areas clean, orderly, and free from clutter and debris, including hazardous
items.
3. Identify emergency exits, fire extinguishers, circuit breaker or fuse panels, and other emergency
equipment and keep them unblocked and accessible.
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Keep machinery and equipment clean.
Remove or bend down protruding objects that present a hazard. Return and secure materials
and equipment after use.
Clean up oil spills, grease, flammable liquid or other slippery substances immediately. Dispose
of rags in a proper container.
When disposing of refuse reduce, reuse and recycle when able.
T-16 Multiple Unit (MU) Cable

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1. Ensure 3-point protection before installing or removing multiple unit (MU) cables.
2. When dummy receptacles are not provided, remove and store MU cables in the designated
location on the unit or ensure they are hung in a manner that does not impede any walkways.
Perform task with two employees when possible.
Safe Work Procedure: Installing Multiple Unit (MU) Cables

Step 1: Take up a position from the locomotive platform
or from the ground.
Step 2: Pick-up the pre-placed MU cable from the platform
with your right hand and lift MU receptacle cover with
your left hand.
Step 3: Align 27 pin plug in corresponding slots.
Step 4: Manipulate plug into receptacle.
Step 5: Release cover ensuring locking tab is engaged.
Step 6: Ensure cable is in captain hook and free from contact
with coupler.
Safe Work Procedure: Removing Multiple Unit

(MU) Cables
Step 1: Take up position from the platform or from the
ground.
Step 2: Lift MU receptacle cover with your left hand and
manipulate plug out of receptacle with your right hand.
Step 3: Place MU cable on the platform, detrain and lift cable
from the platform and plug into dummy receptacle
from the ground.
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T-17 Non-CP Personnel

See also Dealing with Trespassers - An Employee Guide, 3rd Party Process Guidelines, Minimum Safety
Requirements for Contractors Working on CP Property, Minimum requirements for 3rd party Operators on CP
Property in Canada.
1. Employees responsible for non-CP personnel must ensure they:
Understand the terms of the Minimum Safety Requirements for Contractors and 3rd Party
Operators Working on CP Property in Canada;
Receive site-specific safety orientation and job briefing.
Wear PPE according to location-specific requirements.
2. Do not foul track without proper protection.
Report any suspicious persons to security or supervisor on duty.
T-18 Office Safety

See also Office Safety Training Program and T-15 Housekeeping.
1. When sitting in a chair, keep all chair legs or casters on the floor.
2. Use only approved stepladders to access elevated locations.
3. Ensure that desk and file cabinet doors and drawers are closed when not in use.
Keep aisles, walkways, and work areas clear of obstacles and tripping hazards.
Keep blades and sharp pointed objects in the closed position when not in use.
Store heavy materials on lower shelves.
T-19 On or About Locomotives

1. Use door handles or other opening/closing devices
whenever provided.
2. Keep locomotive cab clean and free of debris, clutter
and slip/trip hazards.
Ask for assistance when placing grips/bags on locomotives, if required.
Use a grip/bag that can be handled in a backpack/pack sack fashion and use both shoulder
straps and engage all belts to reduce the chance of any materials snagging on obstacles as
you enter the train.
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Safe Work Procedure: Loading Grips/Bags on Locomotives

Step 1: Maintain 3-point contact while handling grips/bags and entraining and detraining.
Step 2: Lift bag/grip from ground up and onto locomotive deck, following the Movement Safety
Guidelines.
a. Starting with one foot on the ground and one hand on
the railing, use the momentum of the hand-held grip by
swinging it back to enable it to easily swing up to the
platform of the locomotive.
b. Extra momentum can be provided by stepping up to the
first step as the bag swings up.
Alternate technique: If your handheld grip is not that heavy:
c. Stand with your shoulder in contact with the handrail for
stability while balancing your hand-held grip on your
bottom hand and guiding the grip with your other hand
on the side.
d. Push-up with your bottom hand with a forceful motion
to launch your hand-held grip up to the locomotive platform.
Step 3: Push the hand-held grip forward on the platform to allow
room for your feet as you climb onto the platform.
Step 4: Once on the platform, place one hand on the railing and use
a golfers lift technique to lift the hand-held grip and
continue along the walkway. With the handheld grip held to
the front of your body, navigate around any obstacles
as you enter the locomotive.
Step 5: Once inside the locomotive, sit on the edge of an empty
seat while taking off your back pack-style grip to allow the
weight of the grip to be taken-up by the seat as you remove
your pack.
Safe Work Procedure: Opening/Closing Locomotive Cab Windows.

While standing or placing one knee on the chair seat pan, with your arm closest to the window use
the palm of your hand to push on the handle to open or close the window.
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T-20 On or About Tracks
1. Do not sit on or lean against stationary equipment unless proper protection is provided.
2. Look in both directions before:
Fouling or crossing a track
Getting on or off equipment
Operating a switch
3. Do not walk between rails or foul the track, except when duties require and it is safe to do so.
Always remain alert and attentive to possible movement.
4. When walking between equipment, ensure there is a minimum of 50 feet of separation between
equipment.
5. Do not step on any part of a(n):
rail
switch or switch machine, except to operate foot pedal
frog
derail
retarder
defect detector/hot box detector
Automatic Equipment Identification (AEI) reader
6. At night and during periods of reduced visibility, use a lantern or other approved light source to
perform work.
Hump Yard Retarder
Hump Yard Inert Retarder
Use caution during bad weather and when visibility is impaired.
When traversing a bridge be aware of weather conditions, lighting conditions and bridge
surface conditions. Walk directly between the running rails if no walkway is provided. Ensure
there are no openings between the outside running rails in excess of 12.
If found in a situation where you are located between adjacent track movements, kneel down
and stop the movement you are controlling.
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Safe Work Procedure: Flagging

If required to manually protect a crossing equip yourself with the following:
By dayHigh Visibility apparel
By nightHigh Visibility apparel and red fusees or a red light
Step 1: To stop vehicles by day, face vehicles required to stop and raise an arm straight out with
palm facing driver. To stop vehicles by night, face vehicle required to stop and while holding
red light or fusee, swing arm from side to side at right angles to the road.
Step 2: If flagging alone at a crossing where vehicles can move in either direction, speak to the driver
of the first vehicle stopped to ensure that the driver remains stopped clear of the crossing
while you stop the vehicle arriving from the other direction. When stopping vehicles at
crossings with more than one track, first stop the vehicle whose line of sight is most
restricted by the equipment.
Step 3: Stand to the side of the lane(s) of traffic you are controlling, position your body at a right
angle to the road.
When working at or near crossings, train crews should avoid using hand signals for train
operations which could be misunderstood by motorists using the crossing.
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T-21 Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing

1. Wear approved PPE and clothing that meets or exceeds CP policies See PPE Clothing Chart
(T-22).
Clothing
2. When working in other than an office environment, wear ankle-length pants and waist-length
shirts with minimum quarter-length sleeves at all times. Clothing must not interfere with vision,
hearing or use of hands and feet.
3. Wear protective clothing when the potential for chemical or physical injury to the body exists.
Secure flared, loose, or torn cuffs with straps to prevent catching in machinery or on
equipment.
Eye and Face Protection

See also CPs Eye and Face Protection Policy
4. Safety eyewear used on CP or customer property as a minimum must:
meet CSA Z94.3 (in Canada) and ANSI Z87.1 (in the US);
have permanently attached side shields;
not contain transition lenses;
not have mirrored finishes; and
be obtained from CP approved lists and sources.
5. Tinted safety eyewear used on CP property must:
not be worn at night, in buildings/tunnels or when visibility is reduced due to low light and/or
weather conditions; and
6. Personal tinted sunglasses cannot be worn while operating or riding in any movement or track
unit.
Ensure that your safety glasses are tinted when light intensity causes you to squint.
Do not wear contact lenses in work environments where hazards from particulates or
chemicals are present.
Do not apply insect repellent directly onto your safety eyewear as its use can possibly
degrade the eyewear and reduce its level of protection.
Exemptions
You are exempted from wearing approved safety eyewear in:
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Office areas;
Designated lunch break areas;
In vehicles, locomotives, machines, or equipment with windows closed, unless you are
performing repairs or maintenance work; and
Areas where exemption has been granted based upon a risk assessment that indicates an
adjustment to the personal protective equipment requirement.
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Footwear
See also CPs Safety Footwear Policy
7. Safety footwear used on CP property as a minimum must:
meet CSA Z195 Grade 1, Green Triangle (in Canada) and ASTM F13 (in the US);
have puncture and oil resistant soles;
have an upper greater than 6 inches in height (measured from the top of the sole, instep
side, to lowest point on the top of the upper) that encircles and supports at least 1 inch
above the ankle bone;
have a defined heel with a minimum height of 3/8 inches measured from the sole except
where exempted;
have laces and be laced fully to the top at all times to provide adequate ankle support
except where exempted; and
be maintained so they are free of tears and have a functioning tread.
To see exemptions refer to the CPs Safety Footwear Policy
8. Anti-slip winter footwear must be worn when snow and/or ice conditions exist when working.
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Head Protection
See also Head Protection Policy
9. Head Protection used on CP property as a minimum must:
meet CSA Z94.1 (in Canada) and ANSI 89.1 (in the US);
not be worn backwards;
be fluorescent orange and display approved retro-reflective markings;
not be worn with anything placed between the plastic shell and suspension except for winter
liners provided they are inspected prior to every use to ensure they do not adversely affect
the proper fit or function of the hard hat;
not be worn with anything on top of the head that may interfere with the proper use of the
suspension:
baseball-style caps are not permitted to be worn underneath a hard hat as they will not
allow the suspension to work properly during impact; and
bandanas, handkerchiefs, hoodies, touques, skull caps, inner turbans or welders caps that
do not contain metal parts can be worn under a hard hat with a ratchet type suspension,
only if it is worn smoothly on the top of the head. A ratchet type suspension will ensure
the best possible fit.
be free of any stickers unless approved and they are not placed closer than inch from the
edge of the hard hat and do not cover any existing hard hat damage; and
Do not apply insect repellent onto or inside the hard hat as its use can possibly degrade the
hard hat and reduce its level of protection.
Exemptions
You are exempted from wearing approved head protection in:
office areas;
vehicles or work equipment with overhead protection except ballast regulators and
spreaders and unless you are performing repairs or maintenance work;
designated lunch break areas; and
areas where exemption has been granted based upon a risk assessment that indicates an
Hearing Protection
See also Hearing Loss Prevention Program
10. Hearing protection used on CP property as a minimum must meet CSA Z94.2 (in Canada) and
ANSI S12.6-2008 (in the US):
be used in accordance with the CP Hearing Loss Prevention Program; and
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High-Visibility Apparel
See also CPs High-Visibility Policy
11. High Visibility apparel used on CP property as a minimum must:
meet CSA Z96 Class 2 standard;
be visible at all times;
be worn zippered or snapped up at all times; and
12. New hires must wear lime green / yellow high visibility vests throughout their first year
of service.
Exemptions
You are exempted from wearing approved high visibility apparel in
office areas;
designated lunch break areas; and
areas where exemption has been granted based upon a risk assessment that indicates an
Jewellery and Hair

13. Do not wear jewellery or loose clothing around a potential source of entanglement or electrical
equipment.
14. Tie back or secure long hair.
Respirators
15. Respirators used on CP property as a minimum must:
meet CSA Z94.4 (in Canada) and ANSI Z88.2 (in the US) standards and:
be used in accordance with the Respirator Protection Policy;
be properly fit tested; and
Work Gloves
16. Work gloves used on CP property as a minimum must be obtained from approved sources and
be worn in accordance with the PPE Chart (T-22)
Fall Protection
17. Use fall protection when working at heights in excess of:
8 feet (2.4 meters) in Canada;
12 feet (3.66 meters) on bridges in the United States; and
6 feet (1.83 meters) everywhere else in the United States.
18. Use 3-Point contact as a fall protection system only when climbing, working from or descending
a ladder at a height less than 20 feet (6.1 meters).
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T-22 Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing Chart

The following chart indicates minimum PPE requirements for Transportation/Field Operations
employees while conducting general and specific activities.
Transportation/Field
Hearing
Gloves/
High
Hard
Operations PPE
Protection Mitts Visibility Hat
Requirements
Vest
M = Mandatory
R = As Required
- = Not Required
Crews of work trains
R
M
M
R
Customer Property
R
M
M
R
Handling switches
critical parts on cars,
R
M
M
engines, EOT/SBU
devices
In locomotives R
closed windows
In locomotives M
open windows
Intermodal Facilities
R
M
M
R
Riding on
locomotives outside
M
M
M
of cab
Riding on rail cars
M
M
Train inspections
R
R
M
R
Working auxiliaries/
R
M
M
M
derailments
Working in
close proximity to
R
M
retarders
Respiratory Eye
Protection Protection
Safety
Footwear
R
R
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
Note: Local management may designate other areas or jobs that require additional PPE. All PPE must
meet CP approved standards.
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T-23 Restricted/Close Clearances

1. Review the applicable operating bulletins/notices, timetables (special instructions) for close/
restricted clearances during job briefings and follow-up job briefings.
2. When riding on equipment, stop the movement and detrain before reaching a restricted/close
clearance.
3. When riding in equipment (locomotives, track equipment and/or motor vehicles), keep all body
parts within the confines of the equipment.
Stand outside the rail of the adjacent track and extend the arm towards the equipment.
When you are unable to touch the equipment, leave the equipment at least an additional 50
feet into the track to ensure equipment is beyond the clearance point.
In cases where crew members must take a position between the equipment and the
location where restricted or close clearance exists to facilitate switching operations, they
must first approach the area while walking or riding on the clear/non restricting side of the
track.
After the movement is stopped, the crew member may then cross to the other side of the
equipment and make whatever short movements are required to facilitate spotting or lifting.
These movements should be no more than a car length in distance and the crew member
must place himself in a position that allows the maximum margin of safety should the
equipment derail during the movement.
T-24 Riding Equipment

1. Always ride on the side ladder of the lead end of equipment and face the direction of travel.
2. It is permissible to ride the platform of a locomotive, caboose or other equipment with a
designated riding platform (e.g. passenger cars).
3. It is permissible to ride the platform of the leading end of a tank car with the employees feet
outside of the rail and body positioned outside of the handrail.
4. Only use designated handholds while riding equipment.
5. Always maintain 3 point contact when riding equipment and ensure your body is facing the
ladder or stairwell.
6. It is permissible to ride the end platform of a car only on the trailing
end of a movement.
7. The following is prohibited, do not ride:
the lead end platform or front ladder of equipment except as

noted in #3 above or while performing a gravity drop;
on the deck of a flat car, bulkhead or centerbeam;
on any equipment while entering, inside, or leaving any building or

structure;
on the roof of any rolling stock or on the lading of any car;
inside the end cage of equipment;
or step on operating levers;
inside a gondola; or
between cars unless operating a handbrake during a gravity switch.
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Before riding on any type of equipment always consider:
the different designs and configurations of cars and equipment
your physical characteristics and capabilities
the amount of slack in the train or cut of cars
your surroundings and possible clearance issues (do not lean

away from the ladder)
the potential for slack action at anytime
Exercise caution, using the grab irons and handholds, maintain 3-point
contact when walking on locomotive platforms.
When using a cars ladder, improve your footing by turning your feet at
an angle and place the balls of your feet on the ladders rung against
the ladders side rails.
Avoid riding on the bottom step when going over highway crossings
at grade.
When running the units through flange ways that may be obstructed
with snow, ice or other material, stop, detrain and walk clear of
the movement while watching for wheel climb until you are beyond
the condition.
When riding on a locomotive it is recommended that you ride on the

engineers side. If a situation exists preventing this notify the engineer.
Where possible ride on the opposite side of an adjacent track where

equipment is present, notifying the engineer and/or other crew members.
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T-25 Sense and Braking Unit (SBU)/End of Train

(EOT) Devices
1. Store sense and braking units (SBUs) and end of train
devices (EOTs) in designated locations and/or on racks
where available.
2. Ensure 3-point protection is provided, when required,
while applying and removing SBUs/EOTs.
Ensure proper footing at all times.
Do not place an SBU/EOT where it can be a tripping

hazard.
When handling SBUs/EOTs on/off truck beds or carts, use

a golfers lift posture to drag the unit as close as possible
to your body before lifting.
Whenever lifting/handling SBUs/EOTs from the ground or

from racks, keep the unit close to your body, use a wide
base of support, unlock your knees and bend from the
hips while maintaining a neutral spine (keep your head and
chest up).
Safe Work Procedure: Applying SBUs/EOTs

Step 1: Lift SBU/EOT in accordance with Movement Safety
Guidelines.
Step 2: Measure and adjust clamps to the kind of drawbar you
are using.
Step 3: Apply clamp locking arm and lock.
Step 4: Apply train line hose.
Step 5: Open angle cock.
Safe Work Procedure: Removing SBUs/EOTs

Step 1: Close angle cock.
Step 2: Bleed air pressure from hose.
Step 3: Uncouple air hose from SBU/EOT.
Step 4: Remove hasp/hook.
Step 5: Disengage locking device.
Step 6: Loosen clamp locking arm
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Step 7: Reapply hasp/hood to locking device.

Step 8: Remove SBU/EOT in accordance with Movement Safety Guidelines.
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T-26 Switches
1. Ensure adjacent and intended tracks are clear of employees, conflicting movements of rail cars,
locomotives, or track equipment.
2. Keep your body, hands, and feet clear of all moving parts and out of the path of the switch
handle.
3. Do not apply force with your foot on a switch/derail handle.
4. Check the switch rods and switch point for ice, ballast, or any other debris that may prevent the
switch from lining freely. Check if the switch has been spiked.
5. Remove the switch point lock pedal, where equipped, before operating switch.
6. When necessary to handle a switch, ensure switch points fit properly prior to allowing a
movement to pass.
7. Reapply the switch lock or keeper after the switch has been lined.
Watch for spring action when lifting handles.
Expect the switch to operate stiffly - never use excessive force while operating a switch. If
there are no visible obstructions and the switch still will not move, seek assistance.
A gap between the point and stock rail can potentially cause a derailment.
Snow and ice, uneven ballast, and debris are hazards that increase your risk of a slip or trip
while operating the switch.
Maintain 30 feet between leading end of movement and switch points this will help keep the
stock rail and points at the same level, reducing resistance in throwing the switch. When the
stock rail and points are uneven, it causes resistance in throwing the switch.
Remember: Communicate when possible between crew members. Lined, Locked, and
Checked.
Safe Work Procedure: Cleaning Switches- Winter Months

Step 1: Communicate your location and ensure that 3-point protection is provided.
Step 2: Using the broom, clean area between the switch points, switch plates and heel blocks.
Step 3: Start with a wide stance and position your feet so your hips and shoulders face the work to
minimize twisting and sidebending.
Step 4: Using a neutral spine while you sweep, brush across your body using short strokes. Move
your feet to avoid twisting or overreaching and maintain a steady, deliberate pace to minimize
fatigue.
Step 5: When cleaning the switch points, ensure that they are free of ice and hard packed snow.
Step 6: Clean the connecting rod area.
Step 7: Ensure there is no gap between the switch point and stock rail after throwing the switch.
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Always be aware of movement on adjacent tracks.
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Safe Work Procedure: Switches Equipped With Switch Point Locks
When working with switches equipped with switch point locks:

Step 1: Operate main track switches only if you are qualified to do so.
Step 2: Know the difference between the two basic types of switch point locks.
Step 3: Remove the padlock from the switch point lock.
Step 4: Push the pedal down with your foot to release the switch points.
Step 5: Operate the switch.
To relock the switch points:
Step 1: Return the switch to its normal position.
Step 2: The locking device should return to its normal position automatically. If switch point lock fails
to snap into locking position, reopen switch and repeat process.
Step 3: Do not attempt to pull up the pedal by hand or other means. Contact the appropriate
authority and report the switch point lock defective.
Switch point lock applied
White paint indicates switch

point lock is present
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Safe Work Procedure:Table Top/Horizontal Switches
High Stand Table Top Switch
Ground Stand (Dwarf) Table

Top Switch
Step 1: Check the switch points. Clear switch points of snow,

ice, ballast, and debris.
Step 2: Use a golfers lift (or similar) to reach down and remove
the keeper or switch lock.
Step 3: Ensure a wide base of support and firm footing - stand

behind the direction of travel. Be aware of potential
spring tension. The switch could be under tension causing
the handle to snap over quickly when released.
Step 4: Lift the switch handle to the horizontal position by
palming the handle upward. Protect your thumb by
making sure your thumb does not wrap around the handle.
Step 5: Raise handle by bending at the hips, keeping a neutral

(straight) spine posture with your head and chest up.
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Step 6: Complete raising the handle with an open palm watching

for spring action of the handle.
Step 7: Once the handle is in the raised position, reposition your
body to the opposite side of the switch in preparation to
pull the switch handle.
Step 8: Make sure you have a wide base of support (a stable
platform) with firm footing. Maintain a neutral (straight)
spine keeping your head and chest up with your shoulders
and hips facing the work.
Step 9: Position your hips and shoulders behind the line of pull. Ensure
your centre of gravity stays in the middle over your base of
support during the pulling motion and ease the switch handle
over the table until you are sure the switch points move freely.
Step 10: Keep your body, hands, and feet clear of all moving parts and
of the path of the switch handle. Do not overexert. If the
switch requires excessive force to operate, ask for assistance.
Step 11: With this good body positioning and footing, pull the handle
towards you in stages with a steady, even effort. Make sure
that your centre of gravity stays between your base of
support during the pulling motions. Adjust your body
position and footing as required to continue the throw using
a stable platform by keeping your weight between your feet.
Step 12: Maintain a neutral spine by bending through your hips (your
spine is 16 times stronger in this position) keeping your
joints neutral and use smooth, continuous whole body effort
to pull the handle when completing the throw. When near the
end of the table, re-position your body to pull the switch the
rest of the way and push the handle down in place until it
is fully inserted into the retaining notch.
Step 13: Keep your spine in neutral as you install the keeper or lock
(one way of doing this is by using a golfer's lift).
Step 14: Conduct a final visual sweep of the points before leaving the
area of the switch. Ensure the switch points are tight to the
stock rail prior to allowing rail equipment to pass.
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Safe Work Procedure:Vertical Switch
Ergo D Handle Switch
Ergo Tri Handle Switch
Step 1: Check the switch points. Clear switch points of snow, ice, ballast, and debris.
Step 2: Use a golfers lift to reach down and remove the keeper or switch lock.
Step 3:When first releasing the foot latch, stand clear from handle. Expect the
switch to suddenly operate easily or stiffly.
Step 4: Maintain a neutral posture of the spine with shoulders and hips facing the
work while keeping your head and chest up. Reposition your feet as
needed to maintain a stable base.
Step 5: Keep your hands safe by palming the handle upward with an open handed
grip. Keep your thumb clear of the handle. Raise the handle past the
mid-point using a steady, even, whole body effort.
Step 6: Once the handle is in the raised position, reposition your body to the
opposite side of the switch. Ensure you have a wide base of support and
firm footing. Position your hips and shoulder behind the line of pull.
Step 7: Ensure your centre of gravity stays between your base of support during
the pulling motion. Maintain a neutral spine and keep your head and chest
up ensuring your joints are neutral. Use the momentum of your body to
smoothly pull the handle down.
Step 8: Re-position your body to pull the switch the rest of the way continuing to
use smooth, continuous whole body effort and push the handle down into
the opposite retaining notch. If the switch gets stuck or stops abruptly
while operating, do not overexert. Re-check the switch points and retry.
Step 9: Re-position the latch then lift on the handle prior to inserting keeper to
ensure the handle is latched. Keep your spine neutral as you install the
keeper. One way of doing this is by using a golfers lift.
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Step 10: Conduct a final visual sweep of the points before leaving the area of the
switch. Ensure the switch points are tight to the stock rail prior to
allowing rail equipment to pass.
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T-27 Three-Point Protection
Provide 3-point protection when cars are connected to

locomotives and when:
Changing out air hose gasket,
Coupling air hoses,
Adjusting knuckle/drawbar,
Replacing knuckle,
Operating cutout cock on car (Control Valve),
Replacing knuckle pin,
Operating retainers underneath a car,
Installing or removing EOT/SBU,
Opening or closing angle cocks,
Repairing or adjusting equipment on car or locomotive,
Working on the ground with one or both feet between the rail; or
Working on the ground and breaking the plane of the equipment with your torso.
Red line indicates the plane

of the equipment
Request 3-point protection in order to perform any task safely.
Safe Work Procedure: Applying 3-Point Protection

Step 1: Apply engine brakes and train brakes if cars are cut in on air.
Step 2: Center the reverser.
Step 3: Open the generator field switch.
Step 4: Communicate to your crew member that 3-point protection has been applied.
Safe Work Procedure: Releasing 3-Point Protection

Once confirmation is received the 3-point protection is to be removed:
Step 1: Close the generator field switch.
Step 2: Move the reverser to forward or reverse.
Step 3: Release the air brakes.
Step 4: Communicate to your crew member that 3-point protection has been released.
Safe Work Procedure: Applying 3-Point Protection in Remote Control

Locomotive Service (RCLS)
Ensure that the operator in control communicates that 3-point protection is established.
Confirm with controlling belt pack operator that:
Step 1: Speed selector is in STOP.
Step 2: Reverser is in NEUTRAL.
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Step 3: Automatic train brake is in LIGHT or greater.
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Section III: Resources

A Critical Safety Rule Violation has the potential to cause serious personal injuries,
fatalities and/or train accidents to employees on our property. Please know these 11 Critical Safety
Rules.
1. Hold job briefings when required and ensure proper communication at all times;
2. Do not tamper with any safety appliance in order to render it non-functional;
3. Apply proper derail protection when required;
4. Never ride the leading platform of any car during a shove;
5. Never go between equipment without proper 3-point protection;
6. Do not cross over between moving equipment;
7. Never step on a coupler to cross between equipment;
8. Do not ride in rolling stock (i.e., employee riding within a loaded gondola or bulkhead
flat, hopper car cage);
9. Do not bottle the air;
10. Always properly secure equipment; and
11. Protect the point during a shove.
An Event Based Cardinal Rule Violation has the potential to cause a serious train accident and/or
injuries to employees on our property and may occur as a result of a violation or the lack of adherence to:
Operating Rules
System Special Instructions
Timetable Special Instructions
Timetable Subdivision Footnotes

Operating Instructions
Other related operating infractions
Please know the Event Based Cardinal Rule Violations. These are as follows:
1. Collision between on-track equipment
2. Movement of a train, engine or track unit without proper authority
3. Failure to provide proper protection for on-track personnel
4. Unintended movement of railway equipment
5. Failure to protect a hand operated main track switch
6. Operation or control of a train, engine or track unit in an unsafe manner
Movement Safety Guidelines

See Also CP.s Ergonomics Awareness Training Program
Task Planning
1. Know the Task
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Know the steps in the task before beginning.
Know the hazards and assess the risks that may exist before beginning.
Discuss the steps and hazards with your supervisor and coworkers.
Keep the lines of communication open as you work through the steps of the task.
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2. Use Proper PPE
Use all PPE required for the task.
Use any additional approved PPE that can help with physical demands.
3. Use the Tools Designed for the Work
Always use the tools designed for the work - Do not use the wrong tool for the task.
Always ensure that the tools are maintained and in good working order.
4. Ask for Assistance When Needed
If the task is beyond your physical capacity, ask for assistance.
If you are unsure of how to perform the task safely, ask for instruction from your supervisor
and/or co-workers.
If the task requires handling awkward loads, or those that may shift, ask for assistance.
Body Positioning
1. Keep the Joints Neutral
Position your work to best keep the joints of your body near their neutral position.
Position yourself so that your postures and movements keep your joints within their neutral
positions.
Maintain the backs natural curves. Bend at the hips and knees, not at the waist.
When bending, stick your buttocks out and keep your knees directly above or behind your
toes. This will improve stability when you lift and minimize stress on the knees.
Dont keep your body in any one position for too long; adjust your position and stretch.
Keep your head up. Lifting your head relieves some of the tension in your lower back and
helps maintain the natural curves of the back.
2. Have a Stable Platform
Keep your body weight centered over your platform.
Keep legs shoulder width apart with weight evenly distributed over both feet.
Tighten your abdominal muscles to help stabilize your core.
Make sure you keep breathing.
Ensure the working platform is free of obstructions and not slippery.
If lifting or working with one hand, place the other hand on a table, your knee, or other
support for stability.
3. Face Your Work
Face your work directly, or face the direction in which physical effort is applied.
Do not twist your back position your chest, hips and your toes so that they are facing the
same direction.
Avoid walking backwards when possible especially when lifting and carrying.
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Load Handling/ Lifting

1.
Minimize and stabilize the Load
Use approved mechanical assists to your advantage.
Do not overload yourself. Instead, make more trips.
Ask for assistance. Coordinate the lift and use good communication when working with a
partner.
Ensure you have a good grip, use both the palm and the fingers. Use gloves if necessary.
Keep the load evenly balanced and make sure the load will not shift when lifting.
2. Keep Loads Close
Get as close to your work as is safely possible.
Reorganize your work area to get closer to your work.
Lift at waist level whenever possible, squat for low loads, use a tool or ladder to reach high
loads.
Avoid reaching to initiate a lift, move the load close to you first.
3. Use Whole Body Efforts
Use the large muscles of the body, legs, trunk, and shoulders.
Use efficient and smooth movements . Dont use choppy or jerking motions.
Use your bodys momentum to an advantage.
When possible, push instead of pulling.You have more power when pushing, and it is easier
to maintain neutral postures.
4. Stack the Bones
Keep your upper body erect so your skeleton supports your body weight.
Keep your skeleton in line with gravity.
Support your upper body when bending or reaching away from being in line with gravity.
Do not twist or side bend when handling loads - move and turn with your feet, not your
waist.
5. Whenever possible use one of the following lifting techniques:
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1. Basic Squat Lift - Use for objects small enough to straddle where you have enough room
to use a wide stance.
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2. Balanced One Hand Partial Squat Lift - Use for small loads that can be safely grasped with
one hand.
3. Semi-Stoop Lift - Use when obstacles prevent you from bending your knees. Be careful
when using this lift. Lifting over obstacles that prevent you from bending your knees put
you at increased risk for muscle strain. When possible, step over or into the obstacle.
4. Golfers Lift - Use for small light objects. This lift is recommended for people with knee
problems or decreased knee strength.
5. Tripod Lift - Use for objects with uneven weight distribution. This lift is also recommended
for people with decreased arm and torso strength.
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Glossary
Air: Trains air brake system, as in to handle (operate) the air.
Air brake hose: The flexible connection between brake pipes.
Angle cock: The two-position valve located at the end of brake pipes.
Approved: Acceptable to or meeting CP requirements.
Authorized: Given the right to act.
Bad order: Equipment that is in need of repair. For example, a defective rail car.
Bottle the Air: To close the angle cocks on both ends of a charged cut of cars,
thus not allowing them to have an emergency brake application when separated.
Chock: A device used to secure rolling stock when the hand brake is inoperable.
Clamped switch: A clamp applied at the front of the closed switch point to
prevent movement of switch points or realignment of switch.
Commercial Vehicle: A vehicle weighing more than 10, 000 lbs. or 4, 500 Kg.
Examples include but are not limited to BTMFs, Material Handling Trucks, and Welding
Trucks.
Communication Device: Any electronic device capable of communicating
remotely, through oral communications, text messaging, electronic mail, or electronic
transmission of any media. This includes but is not limited to: cell phones, walkietalkies, 2-way radios, PDAs, GPS navigation units, Palm Pilots, Blackberrys, portable
computers and similar devices.
Company vehicle: Any owned, leased, rented or private vehicle licensed to operate
on public roads when used for company business by any CP employee, contractor or
other 3rd party authorized to be on CP property.
Compliance: The act of obeying regulation/law, policy, rule, procedure, or other
requirement.
Confined space: An enclosed or partially enclosed space with a limited or
restricted entry or exit that is large enough and so configured that a person can
enter and perform assigned work. A confined space is not designed for continuous
human occupancy except for the purpose of performing work tasks.
Contractor: A person who in the pursuit of independent business undertakes to
perform a job or piece of work for CP, retaining in himself, control of means, method
and manner of accomplishing the desired result.
Coupler: An appliance for connecting cars, locomotives, or track units.
Crossover platform: A horizontal structure on the end of rolling stock to allow a
person to crossover while stopped.
Cut of Cars: A group of cars coupled together.
Defined heel: The angle of the inner face of the footwears heel (i.e. Breast of Heel
Angle) is approaching 90 degrees. Safety footwear with heel characteristics such as
this will assist in preventing a foot to slip through a railcar stirrup or side ladder, for
example.
Derail: A track safety device designed to guide cars, locomotives or track units off
the rails at a selected location as a means of protection against collisions, run-away
equipment, or other accidents.
Designated walkway: An area defined with yellow markings or tape where the
wearing of PPE is not required.
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Designated platform: A horizontal structure at the end or on the side of a car or

locomotive designed for riding on a facing point movement.
Employee: Any person in the employ of CP, including part and full-time workers but
not contractor/vendor workers.
EOT/SBU device: End of Train or Sense and Braking Unit. A device that defines the
end of a train and monitors the air brake system and train integrity.
Equipment: One or more engines and/or cars which can be handled on their own
wheels in a movement.
Firm footing: A stance where you are balanced with weight evenly distributed
across both feet on secure ground, equipment, or other surface.
Fouling track: The placement of an individual or an item of equipment in such
proximity to a track that the individual or equipment could be struck by a moving
train or track unit or in any case within four (4) feet of the field side of the nearest
rail.
Frog: A track structure used at the intersection of two running rails to provide
support for wheels and passageways for their flanges, permitting wheels on either
rail to cross to the other.
Fusee: A red flare for flagging purposes or for raising ones attention to a hazard or
emergent condition.
Hand brake: The brake apparatus used to manually apply or release the brakes on
rolling stock or track units.
Handhold: An apparatus affixed to a car, locomotive, track unit, equipment, or
structure designed to assist with ascending and descending, or riding.
Hazardous substance: Substance which is explosive, flammable, toxic, corrosive,
oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful to personnel. Includes a controlled product
and a chemical, biological, or physical agent that is hazardous to the safety or health
of the person exposed to it.
Ignition source: Heat, flame, spark and static electricity that is capable of causing a
fuel mixture to burn.
Interbox connector (IBC): An apparatus or device to lock and secure the upper
container to the lower container when loaded on a double stack rail car platform.
Job briefing: A discussion held among co-workers prior to and during the
performance of work to review the work to be performed, the associated hazards,
control measures, emergency procedures, protection measures, and tools/equipment
required.
Knuckle: The pivoting casting that fits into the head of a coupler to engage a mating
coupler.
Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO): Methods, devices, and procedures for preventing
the sudden and uncontrolled release of energy from a system, machine, or piece of
equipment.
Minimum distance from live electrical power line: See chart showing
minimum safe distance to power line in Resources.
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Neutral Spine: Using your spine stabilizing muscles to maintain the natural three
curves of your spine (i.e. an arch in the low back and the neck regions, and a slightly
forward curve in the mid-back region). Maintaining your spine in this neutral position
allows optimal distribution and translation of force through the bony structure of the
spine resulting in safer and stronger movement patterns through the hips, knees and
ankles, as well as provides a stable position for shoulder muscle activity.
Operator: The person who actively controls any motorized equipment.
Pawl Weight: A hinged or pivoted device that fits into a notch of a ratchet wheel to
prevent backward motion of a hand brake.
Personal Entertainment Device: Any personal radio, TV, DVD player, CD
player, game player, computer, I-Pod, MP3 player, or similar electronic video or audio
entertainment device which may distract a person from safely performing their work.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): A device or item of apparel worn to
protect a worker.
Person in charge: A qualified person appointed by CP, through his/her position,
experience and knowledge, to ensure the safe and proper conduct of an operation,
task or job, or the work of employees. Also, an employee assigned by CP to
coordinate the work in accordance with the requirements of the safety rules and safe
work procedures.
Physical work: Maintenance or inspection of on or off track equipment;
maintenance or inspection of track, signals, or structures; operating power tools or
welders; working foul of track; or other similar work where a distraction can put a
person or the public at risk, and includes directing or supervising the safe conduct of
such work.
Plane of the Equipment: The extreme outer edge of adjoined equipment.
Proper body mechanics: Work activity which follows CPs Movement Safety
Guidelines. See Resources.
Proper authority: Those individuals who are qualified by virtue of their expertise
or their position of leadership to approve, certify or sanction. Also, having secured
approval for acting in a particular manner.
Public roadway: A road that is not CP property.
Qualified: A status attained by an employee who has successfully completed any
required training and demonstrated proficiency in the duties of a particular position
or function.
Restricted clearance: Area where the position of any object will not permit the
passage of a train or other movements on the track, including anyone riding on such
movements.
Restricted Rear-view: Applies to trucks that are equipped with a canopy or service
body that restricts visibility through the rear window.
S.O.F.A.: Switching Operation Fatality Analysis. The recommendations of the
SOFA working group, a true collaborative effort of all stakeholders (FRA, UTU, BLE,
AAR, and ASLRRA), establishing five (5) Lifesaving rules which, when carried out as
intended, help ensure that fatalities and injuries associated with switching operations
are eliminated.
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Spiked switch: A spike applied at the front of the closed switch point to prevent
movement of switch points or realignment of the switch.
Supervisor: A person designated by CP to oversee a defined territory or work task
and who is held responsible for the behavior and production of a group of workers.
Torso: The central part of the body to which the head, arms and legs are attached.
Includes the chest, shoulders, stomach and hips.
Three-point contact: When ascending/descending ladders or stairs, and getting on/
off vehicles or equipment contact must consist of two hands and one foot, or two
feet and one hand.
Three-point protection: A procedure used to protect employees when fouling
equipment. This procedure requires both the employee being protected and the
employee providing the protection to act together when providing and releasing the
protection.
Trained: Has participated in learning event(s) appropriate to the topic. Learning
events include but are not limited to: On-the-job practice and application of skills and
knowledge, apprenticeships, coaching between/among peers and supervisors, written
or verbal instructions that have been reviewed with the individual, classroom learning,
computer-based training (CBT).
Walking pace: Walking at a speed of not greater than four miles per hour which is
the top speed most people can walk before breaking into a trot or run.
Wheel chock: A device, usually in the form of a wedge, when placed firmly against
both sides of a rail car, locomotive, or track unit wheel, prevents it from rolling
unintentionally.
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CP Safety Rule Book Suggestion Form

Your Name (please print):_____________________________________________________
Craft:_____________________________________
Years of Service:_______________
Phone Number:(________)____________________________________________________
Submit form to: Safety, Environment & Regulatory
Suite 700
401 9th Ave. SW
Calgary, AB
Canada
T2P 4Z4
Fax: (403) 319-3883
Please consider my suggestion for modifying the Safety Rule Book for Field Operations.
My suggestion is as follows (write on back if needed):
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My suggestion applies to the following section(s):
[ ] Core Safety Rules
[ ] Movement Safety Guidelines/Stretch Flex & Prevent
[ ] Rules and/or Recommended Practices
[ ] Glossary
[ ] Safety Work Procedures (T/FO Only)
[ ] PPE section and/or chart(s)
Exact location of change Im suggesting (e.g., page number, topic, rule number/letter, etc.):
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Our goal is to be the safest railway in North America.

The Safety Rule Book Update Process

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T-14 Hand Brakes....................................................................................................................... 28

T-23 Restricted/Close Clearances............................................................................................. 43

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T-25 Sense and Braking Unit (SBU)/End of Train (EOT) Devices....................................... 45

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Organizing the Information

Section III: Resources

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Additional Features and Value-Adds

3-point protection: A procedure used to protect employees when fouling equipment.

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Feedback on the Safety Rule Book for Field Operations

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Section 1: Core Safety Rules

Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment

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Vehicles, Equipment, and Tools

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Use of Electronic Devices

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Intentionally Left Blank

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Section 11: Function-Specific Rules and

T-1 Air Hoses, Handling

Keep one foot outside the rail whenever possible.

Clean debris from area if present.

It is permissible to separate train line hoses by making a separation between equipment.

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Safe Work Procedure: Coupling Air Hoses

Safe Work Procedure: Opening Angle Cocks

Safe Work Procedure: Opening an angle cock or

Safe Work Procedure: Uncoupling Air Hoses

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T-2 Cabling Cars

Stay clear of cable under load.

Safe Work Procedure: Cabling Cars

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Safe Work Procedure: Handling Chocks

T-4 Company Vehicles

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T-5 Aligning Drawbar/Coupler

Separate cars on straight (tangent) track if

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Safe Work Procedure: Aligning Coupler with Backward or Forward Method

Backward Facing Technique

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Safe Work Procedure: Using Knuckle-mate

Step 6: Assume a balanced position with a wide base of support such

Safe Work Procedure: Coupler Alignment Strap

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Where practicable, avoid coupling or uncoupling cars on curves.

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T-7 Knuckle Replacement

E and F knuckles in storage rack

When opening the knuckle have good footing and handholds.

Safe Work Procedure:Transporting Knuckle to Replacement Location

Removing Knuckle from Car