Re: Signaller causes SPAD

["Tezza" <tezza2000@dingoblue.net.au>]

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>   "Tezza" <tezza2000@dingoblue.net.au> wrote:
> > I don't know of any instances of that happening (except maybe setting
> back), but I'm sure it happens.
>
> Setting back usually occurs when the train has overrun a very short
> distance (not more than one car maybe) and is OK as long as it is done
> under the correct procedures.

I was actually referring to freight trains. It is allowed in certain
circumstances, but of course a freighter shouldn't set back without someone
at the rear.