Interpretations, Rulings, and Explanations on Questions Raised, Regarding the Laws, Rules, and Instructions for Inspection and Testing of Locomotives ... Uniform Understanding of the Requiremen - Hardcover

United States Interstate Commerce Commission

9780666061096: Interpretations, Rulings, and Explanations on Questions Raised, Regarding the Laws, Rules, and Instructions for Inspection and Testing of Locomotives ... Uniform Understanding of the Requiremen

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ISBN 10: 0666061092 ISBN 13: 9780666061096

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

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A practical guide to locomotive inspection rules and testing requirements, based on regulatory standards for rail operations.

Interpretations, Rulings, and Explanations on Questions Raised, Regarding the Laws, Rules, and Instructions for Inspection and Testing of Locomotives and Tenders and Their Appurtenances provides formal guidance on hydrostatic tests, monthly and annual inspections, and how to report the results. This edition helps readers understand what must be checked, when tests are due, and how records should be completed and filed.

The material is framed to support inspectors, railroad managers, and maintenance staff in applying the rules consistently. It emphasizes precise procedures, proper documentation, and the chain of responsibility from the inspector to the company officers in charge.

What it covers: testing schedules, documentation, and the handling of inspection reports and affidavits.
What you’ll learn: specific requirements for hydrostatic testing, dome cap removal, and stay-bolt inspections.
What to expect: guidance on gauges, valve testing, leakage checks, and brake and signal equipment inspections.
How it’s used: procedures for signing, swearing to, and submitting monthly and annual reports, including out-of-service and final filings.

Ideal for readers involved in locomotive maintenance, regulatory compliance, or railroad safety programs who need clear, rule-grounded procedures.

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