Code of Maine Rules
17 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
229 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - GENERAL
Chapter 502 - REGULATIONS GOVERNING ILLUMINATION OF SWITCHING LEADS IN RAILROAD YARDS
SUMMARY: The following rules and regulations govern the adequate and reasonable illumination of switch leads in railroad yards where frequent switching service is normally performed during the hours of darkness.
BASIS STATEMENT: The Commissioner of Transportation is authorized by 23 M.R.S.A. §7308 sub-§ 13 to adopt rules and regulations for illuminated switching leads in order to provide maximum safety to train and yard service employees who are required to work on or about moving railroad freight equipment during the hours of darkness.
*HISTORICAL DERIVATION: PUC General Order #23, September 3, 1965; DOT rule adopted May 15, 1979 repealed and replaced by the above rule.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY: 23 M.R.S.A. §7308 sub- § 13