Is an entry into the conductors report necessary about the switch position after making a rear-end set out in non-signaled TWC? SSI Item 10-K

• A. Yes.
• B. No.
• C. Only if the dispatcher requests.
• D. Only if the switch failed.

Answer: (A)

When operating in non-signaled track under Train Working Conditions, documenting the switch position after a rear-end set out is required. This entry in the conductor’s report creates a clear, traceable record of how the switch was aligned at the end of the move, which protects against miscommunication and ensures the next crew and the dispatcher know the exact track state before any further movement.

This practice matters because non-signaled territory relies on crew communication and precise records to prevent unintended routes or conflicts. If the switch position isn’t documented, there’s no reliable proof of what was done, which could lead to unsafe movements or delays.

So, you document the switch position regardless of whether there were issues; it isn’t optional and isn’t contingent on the dispatcher’s request or on a switch failure.