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Use of whistles and bells is covered by railroad operating rules and by special instructions issued in employee timetables. Many municipalities have banned the use of railroad whistles within city limits, except in cases of emergency. <br /> <br />Where it is allowed, a slow-speed movement will often use an abbreviated grade crossing whistle signal, but it will still be in the - - 0 - form. (When a train is moving at track speed, the whistle signal usually should be commenced 1/4 mile in advance of the crossing.) <br /> <br />The bell is to be rung when approaching and passing over public crossings at grade, and while passing through tunnels and snow sheds. Except when switching, the bell also should be sounded when an engine is about to move.
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