Railroad Legal Glossary: H
Highball: A signal that is given to tell the appropriate individual that it is acceptable to proceed at the maximum permissible speed.
Hog: A locomotive.
Hoghead, Hogger: A railroad engineer.
Horsepower per Trailing Ton: The total horsepower of all working locomotives divided by the total trailing weight of the train established in tons.
Hostler: A person who operates engines in engine house territory and works under the direction of the engine house foreman.
Hostler's Controls: A simple throttle to allow independent movement of locomotives not equipped with engineers controls.
Hot Box: On friction bearings, an overheated journal bearing.
House Track: A track entering, or along side a freight house. Cars are spotted here for loading or unloading.
Hearing: A proceeding usually without a jury.
At Munley, Munley & Cartwright, our goal is to provide exceptional legal services to our clients. We strive to achieve the highest standard of excellence for the protection of individual rights through team work and the use of our considerable resources and experience. For a free consultation regarding your legal concerns, contact us today for a free consultation or call us toll free at 877-421-9173.
