During Planned Work, when the work begins at 09:00 and you are inside the limits but have not received authorization, what must you do at 09:00?

• A. Stop and wait for authorization from the EIC
• B. Proceed at restricted speed
• C. Continue through with caution
• D. Exit the limits immediately

Answer: (A)

The key rule here is that work inside designated Planned Work limits cannot continue without explicit authorization from the EIC. If you’re inside those limits and the scheduled start time arrives without having been authorized, you must stop immediately and wait for the EIC to grant authorization before resuming.

Stopping ensures that the work can begin under the confirmed plan, with the proper safety measures, protection for personnel, and coordination with train movements. Proceeding at any speed, even restricted or cautious, is not allowed without clearance, because movement or activity inside the limits without authorization could create hazards for workers and oncoming trains. Exiting the limits right away isn’t the required action at the moment you’re inside and awaiting authorization—the safe, correct step is to halt and await being cleared by the EIC.