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Automatic Release
(Rule 67)
​

The claim:

  • You will claim a basic day for each departure of the terminal switching limits after the first arrival-unless call sheet shows "multiple", then see Multiple (Rule 31) Claims.

  • Trip Rate not Basic Day: Per Q&A #18 of the 2002 National Agreement, if dogcatching a train from a trip-rate pool, a trip rate is the appropriate claim.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:

  • Federal Tie-Up (complete and accurate showing all work performed)
  • Repeat for each terminal departures.
  • A trip rate should be claimed in place of a basic day, if dogcatching a train from a trip-rated pool

    CLAIM FORM


    ​Example:
    Was called under rule 67 @ _____ hrs to dog catch the (train symbol) @ mp___. After dogcatching the  (train symbol) ,and arriving back at on-duty terminal, was instructed per Dispatcher_____ to dogcatch the (train symbol) at (MP location). Departed  (circ-7) terminal limits @ _____hrs in bus  (direction, north, east, west, south) . Arrived (MP location)and took charge of train & departed @ _____hrs. Arrived back inside  (circ-7) terminal limits @ _____hrs. Claim 130 mile basic day penalty for violation of rule 67, not being automatically released after arrival at terminal. 


    ​NOTE:
    For each violation, the first out available conductor off the Protecting Extra Board is entitled to a basic day mishandling claim.
    • Save them a copy of your claim
    • Print the board standings for Protecting Extra Board showing availability for each violation​

    The claim for 1st Out Extraboard Man:
    • You will claim a basic day penalty when a violation of Rule 67 occurs, and you were first out and available. 

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
    • A copy of the Federal Tie-Up (complete and accurate showing all work performed) of the trainman who violated Rule 67.
    • A board standing for the Protecting Extra Board showing your first out and available status. 

    REQUIRED CLAIM LANGUAGE:

    ​At _____ hrs Conductor___(Name)   was called to dog catch the (train symbol) . After dogcatching the  (train symbol) ,and arriving back at on-duty terminal, he/she was instructed to dogcatch the (train symbol) at (MP location). Departed  (circ-7) terminal limits @ _____hrs in bus  (direction, north, east, west, south) . Arrived (MP location)and took charge of train & departed @ _____hrs. Arrived back inside  (circ-7) terminal limits @ _____hrs. I was first out and available and should have been called for this service. Claim 130 mile penalty for not being called for this work. Per Crew Consist Modification, claim is made in addition to any and all guarantee payments.
    Copy the relevant Claim Template above, paste it below and in the comments section of the CMTS Time Claim screen.  Fill in the blanks accordingly. This form will be immediately sent to the local chairman.

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  • Home
    • Local 506 Info >
      • Officer Contacts
      • Update Contact Information
    • The Reports Page
    • Member Toolbox
    • Safety Committee >
      • Safety Concerns & Suggenstions Form
    • UTUIA
  • Crew Consist
  • Claims
    • Claims Information
    • Assigned Jobs Performing Extra Road Service
    • Board Runaround
    • Called Off Road To Cover Yard When Extra Board is Exhausted (RULE 32K)
    • Claims While Taking Rules Exam
    • Dropped Turns
    • Dogcatch Claims >
      • Automatic Release (Rule 67)
      • Multiple Dogcatch (Rule 31)
    • EOT Handling
    • Extra Dodger Assignment Change
    • Failure to Furlough after 48 Hours
    • HI (Held In) Status
    • Meal on Non-Interdivisional Service (Dogcatching, etc)
    • Road Crews Driving Company Vehicles
    • Road Crew Hostling Power
    • Senior Applicant Extra Board Seniority Restriction
    • Single Day Requests
    • Step-Ups
    • Tied-Up at Intermediate Point
    • Train Exchange
  • New Hire Information
    • New Hire Home Page & Important Info
    • Membership Application
  • Furlough Information
  • News Blog
  • Agreements & Attendance Policy
    • Salina Hub Agreement
    • Expanded Salina hub
    • 1992 CREW CONSIST MODIFICATION
    • AWTS Agreement
    • Vacation Agreement
    • Zone 100 Modification Agreement
  • Union Insurance
    • Disability Insurance Policies
    • DIPP Insurance >
      • Schedule of maximum benefits
      • DIPP summary plan description
      • DIPP Summary of Material Modifications
      • DIPP Program Application
      • DIPP Claim Form
  • Health and Welfare
  • Maps & Yard Procedures
    • Fairfax Job Aid
  • Quick Reference Guides, "How To's", and Common Q&A
    • Vacation Bid Process
  • UTU Political Action and Resources
  • Excess Hours of Service Report
  • Helpful Links