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Front #225

GCOR 8.20

You have just pulled cars out of an industry track, leaving it clear. In what position must the fixed derail be left?

The derail is controlled by the customer; it is not the crew's responsibility to handle.
The derail must be left in the non-derailing position.
The trainmaster or yardmaster instructs the crew on how to position the derail.
The derail must be left in the derailing position.

Back #225

Flag

GCOR 8.20

Answer: The derail must be left in the derailing position.

Feedback:
- Because an industry track is also considered an auxiliary track, the derail must always be left locked (if equipped) in the derailing position, regardless if the track has cars or is clear. - The only time the derail is to be in the non-derailing position is to permit movement over the derail. - The derail is a form of protection for BNSF crews and for customers who work on rail cars.