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Front #221
GCOR 8.12
BNSF A is going to cross over from yard track 1 to yard track 2. How must the crossover switches be lined before moving through them?
A crew member can line the switch the train is on and initiate movement from track 1, but must stop at least 50 ft from the crossover switch on track 2.
Both switches of the crossover movement must be in corresponding position before initiating movement through the crossover.
A crew member can line the switch the train is on, track 1, and then initiate movement through the crossover.
Answer: Both switches of the crossover movement must be in corresponding position before initiating movement through the crossover.Feedback: A primary reason both switches of a crossover must correspond is to eliminate the possibility of the movement running through a switch improperly lined.