. The Pennsylvania railroad : its origin, construction, condition, and connections ; embracing historical, descriptive, and statistical notices of cities, towns, villages, stations, industries, and objects of interest on its various lines in Pennsylvania and New Jersey . ofroad repairs may direct. Rules for Switch-tenders.—405. Switch-tend-ers on the road are under the orders of the super-visor; those in yards are under the direction of yarddispatchers. 406. They are responsible for the safety of trains passing the switches under their charge, and theduties, although simple, require the closes
. The Pennsylvania railroad : its origin, construction, condition, and connections ; embracing historical, descriptive, and statistical notices of cities, towns, villages, stations, industries, and objects of interest on its various lines in Pennsylvania and New Jersey . ofroad repairs may direct. Rules for Switch-tenders.—405. Switch-tend-ers on the road are under the orders of the super-visor; those in yards are under the direction of yarddispatchers. 406. They are responsible for the safety of trains passing the switches under their charge, and theduties, although simple, require the closest attention,as any neglect may cause serious accident. 407. They must keep the switches locked right forthe main track, except when passing trains to or fromthe opposite track or siding. 40S. They must always be on the watch for ap-proaching trains, and give the safety signal if all isright. 409. They must carefully examine the conditionof the switches, keep them clear of snow or otherobstruction, and promptly report to the foreman ofroad repairs any defects. 410. When day and night switchmen are employed,they must not leave their posts until relieved by eachother, and the one going off duty must inform the onecoming on when trains that are due have not
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