True or False: When recrewed at a point other than a designated recrewing point, the new crew must contact dispatcher prior to any move.

True or False: When recrewed at a point other than a designated recrewing point, the new crew must contact dispatcher prior to any move.

• A. False
• B. True
• C. Not specified
• D. Only if speeding

Answer: (B)

Coordinating with the dispatcher is required whenever a new crew is formed at a location other than the designated recrewing point. Before the new crew can proceed with any movement, they must contact the dispatcher to obtain movement authority and to confirm that their assignment is active and that there are no conflicting moves on the line or in the yard. This ensures proper visibility, safety, and coordination of track occupancy, preventing unauthorized or unsafe movements. The requirement isn’t about speed or optional; it’s about ensuring the correct authority and communication when recrewing happens away from the designated point.

Coordinating with the dispatcher is required whenever a new crew is formed at a location other than the designated recrewing point. Before the new crew can proceed with any movement, they must contact the dispatcher to obtain movement authority and to confirm that their assignment is active and that there are no conflicting moves on the line or in the yard. This ensures proper visibility, safety, and coordination of track occupancy, preventing unauthorized or unsafe movements. The requirement isn’t about speed or optional; it’s about ensuring the correct authority and communication when recrewing happens away from the designated point.