1. (1) Minimum side clearances for platforms as measured from centerline of track shall be: Description — Minimum Clearance:

   1. (a) Platforms constructed 8 inches or less above top of rail at greatest height — 4 feet 8 inches;
   2. (b) Platforms constructed in excess of 8 inches but 4 feet or less above top of rail at greatest height — 7 feet 3 inches;
   3. (c) Platforms constructed prior to January 1, 1982, in excess of 4 feet but 4 feet 6 inches or less above top of rail at greatest height — 8 feet.
2. (2) All platforms, except as described in subsection (3)(b) of this rule, shall have a continuous regular surface extending out to a point at least 8 feet 6 inches from centerline of track.

3. (3)

   1. (a) See Figure 310-2 for diagrams of the minimum clearances for platforms.
   2. (b) Platforms described in subsection (1)(a) of this rule may be combined with a platform described in subsection (1)(b) or (c) of this rule, provided the lower platform is level from the clear point (4 feet 8 inches from centerline of track) to track side face of the upper platform. See Figure 305-1 and Figure 310-3.
   3. (c) Platforms described in subsection (1)(a) of this rule may create a walkway condition that requires compliance with OAR 741-320-0070(1).

   4. (d) The Department recommends that platforms described in subsection (1)(b) of this rule, which consists of a cantilever dock or otherwise elevated platform, should have the ends facing approaching train movements, painted with fluorescent paint or reflectorized material to warn train crews of the obstruction.

      [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 860-044-0110
PUC 4-1983, f. & ef. 5-3-83, Order No. 83-242
PUC 13-1981, f. & ef. 12-21-81, Order No. 81-900