(a) The training and qualification for roadway workers assigned the duties of watchmen/lookouts shall include, as a minimum, consideration of the following factors:
- (1) Detection and recognition of approaching trains.
- (2) Effective warning of roadway workers of the approach of trains.
- (3) Determination of the distance along the track at which trains must be visible in order to provide the prescribed warning time.
- (4) Rules and procedures of the railroad to be used for train approach warning.
- (b) Initial and periodic (as specified by § 243.201 of this chapter) qualification of a watchman/lookout shall be evidenced by demonstrated proficiency.
[61 FR 65976, Dec. 16, 1996, as amended at 81 FR 37890, June 10, 2016]