If movement to out-of-service limits will involve passing a Stop Signal, the Dispatcher may authorize movement under which rule?

• A. Rule 241
• B. Rule 200
• C. Rule 100
• D. Rule 300

Answer: (A)

Passing a Stop Signal is normally not allowed, but there is a specific provision that covers moving past a Stop Signal when the Dispatcher authorizes it to reach out-of-service limits. This is provided by Rule 241. Under this rule, the Dispatcher can authorize movement beyond a Stop Signal to access or position equipment at out-of-service limits, as long as crew follows the Dispatcher's instructions, uses prescribed speed, and maintains necessary protections. This rule exists precisely to handle situations where reaching a nonoperational portion of track is required and cannot be done through normal signal indications. Other rules govern different situations and do not authorize passing a Stop Signal, so they don’t apply here.