Air Brakes and Train Handling Rules - Alaska Railroad

61 Air Brake Tests61.2.1 Responsibilities Of Person In ChargeThe person(s) performing the air brake test is in charge of the trainwhile the tests are being conducted.Before authority is given to apply or release the brakes or move thetrain, the person(s) in charge must determine that all employees aresafely positioned.61.2.2 Responsibilities Of Engineer During TestUnless authorized by the person(s) in charge, an engineer must not:1. Apply or release train brakes.2. Move the train during or after the air test is complete.61.2.3 Responding To Emergency Brake ApplicationDuring TestIf an emergency brake application occurs during an air brake test:1. Recover the air.2. Recharge the system.3. Reapply the air brakes.61.2.4 Cutting Out Maintaining FeatureCut out the maintaining feature on controlling locomotives or yard airbrake testing devices only during air brake leakage tests.61.2.5 Using End-Of-Train Telemetry DevicesWhen conducting an air brake test, you may verify that the brakesapply or release on the rear car by checking the end-of-train telemetrydevice as follows:• When the rear brake pipe pressure decreases at least 5 psi, thebrakes are applied.• When the rear brake pipe pressure increases at least 5 psi, thebrakes are released.61-2 ARRC Air Brakes and Train Handling Manual June 1, 1996