The Prototype
The train dispatcher runs the daily operations on the railroad, under the guidance of senior management. They are responsible for issuing train orders as necessary to keep things running smoothly. Those train orders use the track warrant system to record dispatcher orders to Train crews.
Train dispatchers must be familiar with the Spacial Instructions governing current timetable, bulletins, circulars and notices relating to train movements; track conditions, etc, They should have sufficient knowledge of the Hours of Service Law governing train dispatchers; operators, train; engine and yard men to guard against violations. An up-to-date file of bulletins, circulars and notices will be maintained in the office and accessible to each train dispatcher which must be reviewed before commencing each day's work.
Train dispatchers should familiarize themselves with the physical
characteristics of tho territory in their charge so as to more efficiently
carry on their duties by studying station diagrams, charts or blue prints and
acquaint themselves with track and station layouts, signaling location as
related to location of train order signal, grade conditions at or near sidings
as we11 as grade and running conditions over district. A knowledge of the
conditions under which trains must operate is of great value to train
dispatchers and results in easier handling of trains by them which is reflected
in betteer performance of trains.
When an engineer alone, or a crew not familiar with the subdivision, is
running without a pilot, train dispatchers should give them additional advice,
assistance, and information to help thorn safely over tho road.
Train dispatchers will write lineup in train order book and listing all trains
on the road, or that are orered or expected to run over the territory involve
as he has knowledge of them. They will also specifiy whether regular trains are
on time or late including sections, for extra trains, specify approximate
time at some station or present locationa and when expected to leave. When
authorizing movement of trains that have not been included in the lineups
issued give such trains written informtion either by message or train
order.
The WWSL
The WWSL has an automated crossing with the Northern Pacific at Brady Wash. The NP dispatcher notifies the WWSL if the scheduled train is running late. When the WWSL built the Second Division, it was granted trackage rights from the Milwauke Road and Union Pacific between South Montesano and Preachers Slough. The WWSL dispatcher coordinates with the MILW/UP dispatcher, located at Aberdeen WA, for occupation of the main line.
The WWSL has operational cooperation with the Olympic Peninsula Logging Company and the Saginaw Timber Company.
Train dispatching will be conducted in accordance with established guidelines found in the Uniform Code of Operating Rules, Drain Dispatching Instructions and Timetable and Special Instructions.
Train Crews will be called based on the Crew Call Sheet.
Track Warrants issued will be recorded in the Dispatch Record.
Publications
2.2.1 UCOOR
2.2.2 Train Dispatching
2.2.2a Train Dispatchers Instructions
2.2.3 Timetable and Special Instructions
2.2.3a WWSL Timetable and Special Instructions
2.2.3b OPLC Timetable and Special Instructions
2.2.3c STC Timetable and Special Instructions
Forms
2.3.16 Crew Call Sheet
Reference:
http://cwrr.com/Lounge/Reference/rules/title.html
Carsten S. Lundsten Railroad Rules, Signalling, Operations
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