Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 741 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, RAIL DIVISION
Division 310 - SIDE CLEARANCES
Section 741-310-0030 - Platforms
Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 741-310-0030
Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024
(1) Minimum side clearances for platforms as measured from centerline of track shall be: Description -- Minimum Clearance:
(a)
Platforms constructed 8 inches or less above top of rail at greatest height --
4 feet 8 inches;
(b) Platforms
constructed in excess of 8 inches but 4 feet or less above top of rail at
greatest height -- 7 feet 3 inches;
(c) Platforms constructed prior to January 1,
1982, in excess of 4 feet but 4 feet 6 inches or less above top of rail at
greatest height -- 8 feet.
(2) All platforms, except as described in subsection (3)(b) of this rule, shall have a continuous regular surface extending out to a point at least 8 feet 6 inches from centerline of track.
(3)
(a) See Figure 310-2 for diagrams of the
minimum clearances for platforms.
(b) Platforms described in subsection (1)(a)
of this rule may be combined with a platform described in subsection (1)(b) or
(c) of this rule, provided the lower platform is level from the clear point (4
feet 8 inches from centerline of track) to track side face of the upper
platform. See Figure 305-1 and Figure 310-3.
(c) Platforms described in subsection (1)(a)
of this rule may create a walkway condition that requires compliance with OAR
741-320-0070(1).
(d) The Department
recommends that platforms described in subsection (1)(b) of this rule, which
consists of a cantilever dock or otherwise elevated platform, should have the
ends facing approaching train movements, painted with fluorescent paint or
reflectorized material to warn train crews of the obstruction.
Figures referenced are available from the agency.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, 184.619, 823.011 & 824.052
Stats. Implemented: ORS 824.050 & 824.052
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