- (1) Except as provided in section (2) of this rule, all overhead clearance shall be at least 20 feet 9 inches above the top of rail.
- (2) Minimum clearance may be decreased to the extent defined by a half-circumference of a circle having a radius of 8 feet 6 inches with its center at a point 14 feet above top of rail and directly over centerline of track.
- (3) The overhead clearances set forth in these rules are minimum requirements established for employee safety. Nothing in these rules shall prohibit a railroad from requiring greater clearances.
(4) See Figures 305-1 and 305-3 for a diagram of minimum clearances. For bridges and tunnels see OAR 741-310-0040(2).
[ED. NOTE: Figures referenced are available from the agency.]
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 184.616, 184.619, 823.011 & 824.052
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 824.050 & 824.052
History
RD 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 8-28-06
RS 2-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-20-98
RS 2-1996, f. & cert. ef. 3-14-96, Renumbered from 860-044-0055
PUC 4-1983, f. & ef. 5-3-83, Order No. 83-242
PUC 13-1981, f. & ef. 12-21-81, Order No. 81-900