Who must confirm compliance before a mandatory directive is issued to a train?

For a mandatory directive to be issued to a train, it is essential that either the engineer or the conductor confirms compliance. This requirement ensures that there is a clear understanding and acknowledgment of the directive by those who are directly responsible for the operation of the train.

The engineer is the individual in charge of actually operating the locomotive, and the conductor oversees the train and the crew, ensuring that safety protocols are followed. Having either the engineer or the conductor confirm compliance means that at least one of these key personnel has acknowledged their responsibility and the need to follow the directive, thus enhancing communication and safety on the train.

This dual confirmation from such authoritative positions is critical to maintaining operational integrity and safety standards within the railway system.