Close clearance definition
Close clearance means a permanent or temporary situation where an obstruction near a railroad track physically impedes a person who is lawfully riding the side of a train from clearing the obstruction. Rule 761—813.5(327F) provides further detail on the dimensions that identify a close-clearance situation.
Close clearance means a permanent or temporary situation where an obstruction near a railroad track physically impedes a person who is lawfully riding the side of a train from clearing the obstruction.
Close clearance means a location along railroad tracks where there is an obstruction that falls within the following dimensions: starting at the centerline of track at top of rail and extending 5 feet both sides horizontally and level therewith, thence upward vertically 15 inches, thence upward diagonally to a point 4 feet above top of rail and 8 feet laterally from centerline of track, thence vertically to a point 14 feet above top of rail.
Examples of Close clearance in a sentence
Any clearance not in compliance with the foregoing is a "Close" clearance.