When the movement is authorized by Dispatcher, the movement must not exceed how many miles per hour?

When the movement is authorized by Dispatcher, the movement must not exceed how many miles per hour?

• A. 2 MPH
• B. 3 MPH
• C. 5 MPH
• D. 1 MPH

Answer: (A)

When movement is authorized by the Dispatcher, you’re operating under a special, very cautious authority that relies on the supervisor’s direct clearance rather than standard signaling. The speed is limited to 2 miles per hour to maximize safety in potentially complex or obstructed areas, where workers may be trackside and signals or track conditions might not be fully protected by normal systems. Moving at this slow pace gives you ample time to observe for hazards, receive and follow any hand signals or verbal instructions, and stop quickly if a conflicting movement or an unexpected condition appears. This controlled pace is specifically set to prevent accidents when authority comes directly from the Dispatcher. Other speeds are not permitted under dispatcher authorization, since they would reduce your ability to react to hazards in this protected context.

When movement is authorized by the Dispatcher, you’re operating under a special, very cautious authority that relies on the supervisor’s direct clearance rather than standard signaling. The speed is limited to 2 miles per hour to maximize safety in potentially complex or obstructed areas, where workers may be trackside and signals or track conditions might not be fully protected by normal systems. Moving at this slow pace gives you ample time to observe for hazards, receive and follow any hand signals or verbal instructions, and stop quickly if a conflicting movement or an unexpected condition appears. This controlled pace is specifically set to prevent accidents when authority comes directly from the Dispatcher. Other speeds are not permitted under dispatcher authorization, since they would reduce your ability to react to hazards in this protected context.