Rule 550. Train not equipped with Cab signal Apparatus:

    The movement of a train not equipped with cab signal apparatus is prohibited, except when authorized by the Timetable. Movements authorized by the Timetable will be governed by fixed signal indication. Such movements must be made at Restricted Speed, unless the Dispatcher authorizes Rule 556.

Explanation:

    Cab Signal System (CSS) rules apply only where placed in effect, by either the Timetable or the Bulletin Order. If a train is not equipped with Cab Signal apparatus, the train may not be operated in Cab Signal territory. NJ Transit has no Timetable Exceptions (the one exception NJ Transit allowed (NC 550) was recently removed from GO 101 by the Newark Division Summary BO). 

Rule Review:

Rule 550, Trains not equipped with cab signal apparatus:

The movement of trains without cab signal apparatus in cab signal territory is:

1.  Prohibited at all times.
2.  Okay, if the linseed signals are working properly.
3.  Allowed if the crew knows the rules.
4.  Prohibited except when authorized by the Timetable.

Trains not equipped with cab signal apparatus:

1.  May be allowed into cab signal territory with permission of the Trainmaster.
2.  May be allowed into cab signal territory with permission of the Dispatcher.
3.  May be allowed into cab signal territory on signal indication.
4.  May be allowed into cab signal territory if the crew wants to get home.

The movement of trains without cab signal apparatus must be made at:

1.  Restricted speed though out the entire trip.
2.  Restricted speed, governed by fixed signals, unless the Dispatcher authorizes Rule 556.
3.  Track speed governed by fixed signals.
4.  The speed authorized by Form D, line 13.

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