Safety Guidelines

Read Before Operating

All operators must read and understand these safety guidelines before operating S.A.A.R.T.H.I.

General Safety

• Never operate the system without valid corridor access permissions
• Always coordinate with station master and obtain block/OHE clearance
• Wear mandatory PPE: high-visibility vest, safety shoes, hard hat
• Maintain communication with control room at all times
• Know the emergency stop procedure before starting any run

Electrical Safety

• Do not open the compute enclosure in the field
• Handle batteries per manufacturer guidelines
• Do not operate in heavy rain or standing water

Track Safety

• Follow all railway safety rules per the operating corridor's authority
• Clear the track immediately when block time expires
• Be aware of adjacent line traffic at all times

Emergency Procedures

• Emergency Stop: Document the e-stop procedure
• Equipment failure on track: Document the recovery procedure
• Medical emergency: Document the first-response protocol

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