Railroad Legal Glossary: F
Facing Point Lock: A locking device which automatically locks the switch points of a spring switch in normal position.
Final Judgment: The written ruling on a lawsuit by the judge who presided at trial. This completes the case unless it is appealed to a higher court. Also called a final decree or final decision.
Fixed Signal: A signal of fixed location indicating a condition affecting the movement of a train.
Fraud: Occurs when intentional false statements are made to entice a victim to give up something of value.
FRED: Flashing Rear End Device.
Frog: The intersection of two rails of a switch.
Full Service Application: Corresponds to a handle position for the automatic brake handle. When an application is made on the automatic brakes the equalizing reservoir pressure drops in proportion to the handle movement.
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