How many speeds may MW employees authorize through the limits of a form B?

MW employees may authorize two speeds through the limits of a form B. This provision allows for flexibility in the operations depending on the conditions on the track and any potential hazards that may require varied speeds. Having two distinct speed limits enhances safety while ensuring that maintenance activities can be performed efficiently.

The first speed is typically a maximum allowable speed for maintenance-of-way employees to ensure they can work safely without risking collisions with trains that may be operating within the vicinity of the work area. The second speed serves to provide a more reduced speed option that may be necessary under certain conditions, such as when work is actively taking place or when there are equipment or environmental factors affecting how trains can safely navigate the area.

This system is designed to balance operational efficiency with essential safety protocols in maintenance environments, facilitating safe interactions between train movements and maintenance activities.