What must westbound trains do at the stop board on Hollis Lead opposite the eastbound pedestal signal at Hillside yard?

What must westbound trains do at the stop board on Hollis Lead opposite the eastbound pedestal signal at Hillside yard?

• A. Stop and proceed without permission.
• B. Proceed into the hillside east lead without permission.
• C. Stop and proceed only after obtaining permission from hillside yardmaster (Yard 2) before entering hillside east lead.
• D. Stop and hold at the signal until further instruction.

Answer: (C)

At stops where a yard lead is involved, entry is not allowed without formal clearance. The stop board on Hollis Lead opposite the eastbound pedestal signal marks the point where a westbound train must obtain authorization before entering the hillside east lead. The hillside yardmaster, referred to as Yard 2, controls movements into that lead and must grant permission to proceed. Once Yard 2 provides clearance, the train may enter the hillside east lead; without that permission, entry is not permitted. This rule keeps movements coordinated with yard activity and prevents conflicts with other trains or yard operations.

At stops where a yard lead is involved, entry is not allowed without formal clearance. The stop board on Hollis Lead opposite the eastbound pedestal signal marks the point where a westbound train must obtain authorization before entering the hillside east lead. The hillside yardmaster, referred to as Yard 2, controls movements into that lead and must grant permission to proceed. Once Yard 2 provides clearance, the train may enter the hillside east lead; without that permission, entry is not permitted. This rule keeps movements coordinated with yard activity and prevents conflicts with other trains or yard operations.