8. FULFILLING THE TRACK OCCUPANCY AUTHORITY

Before Fulfilling the Authority the PO must make sure and tell the Train Controller that:
 associated Rail Traffic, Workers and equipment are Clear of the Danger Zone;
 all Work Groups have cleared the Worksite;
 In-Field Protection has been removed;
 if necessary, Signals have been restored to normal use; and
 the portion of Track included in the Authority is available for use.
The PO and the Train Controller must Fulfil the Authority.
The Train Controller must confirm with the PO that:
 Blocking Facilities can be removed; and
 in single line territory, the Half Pilot Keys have been replaced.

NOTE

  • The Train Controller must test the departure signals after Half Pilot Keys
    have been replaced before the PO leaves the site.
  • Testing of Signals must be carried out in accordance with Rule 6005
    Fixed Signals.

The PO must tell the Train Controller about operating restrictions that have been
placed or removed.