In Rule 562 Territory, what is the standard operating speed when a cab signal is not available?

In Rule 562 Territory, what is the standard operating speed when a cab signal is not available?

• A. Normal speed
• B. Cautious speed
• C. Restricted Speed
• D. Maximum speed

Answer: (C)

When cab signals aren’t available, you must operate at restricted speed. This means moving at a speed you can safely stop within the range of vision and be ready to slow for any signal indication or obstruction. Without the cab’s guidance, you can’t rely on higher or normal speeds, so staying at restricted speed keeps you able to respond to any approaching signals, workers, or equipment on the track. If cab signals become available again, you can return to normal operating speed as allowed by the signal.

When cab signals aren’t available, you must operate at restricted speed. This means moving at a speed you can safely stop within the range of vision and be ready to slow for any signal indication or obstruction. Without the cab’s guidance, you can’t rely on higher or normal speeds, so staying at restricted speed keeps you able to respond to any approaching signals, workers, or equipment on the track. If cab signals become available again, you can return to normal operating speed as allowed by the signal.