Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 741 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, RAIL DIVISION
Division 300 - MINIMUM CLEARANCES - GENERAL
Section 741-300-0050 - Temporarily Impaired Clearances

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 741-300-0050

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

(1) The minimum clearance rules do not apply:

(a) During construction or maintenance of the railroad, if restricted clearances are caused by materials and/or equipment necessary to the construction or maintenance, and if all rail movements are conducted in a safe manner; or

(b) During periods of emergency due to derailments, wrecks, washouts and like conditions, provided all rail movements are conducted in a safe manner.

(2) When materials and/or equipment do not comply with the minimum clearance rules, as allowed by section (1) of this rule, railroad employees shall be notified immediately and written notice issued to them within 24 hours, with a copy to the Department. Unless authorized by the Department, impairments shall not be allowed to exist for a period exceeding 30 days, unless all reasonable efforts are being made to complete the work as soon as is possible.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, ORS 184.619, ORS 823.011 & ORS 824.052

Stats. Implemented: ORS 824.050 & ORS 824.052

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