Determine if a CWR temperature adjustment is necessary by consulting rail laying temperature records and
other track condition data that may be available as a result of past track inspections or experiences.
b. If necessary, proceed with the adjustment in accordance with standard practice.
c. Promptly secure the CWR ends to prevent further movement. It is recommended that additional rail
anchors be applied to the CWR ends for a sufficient distance to protect against rail-end movement in either
direction.
d. Saw cut the CWR, or flame cut if approved, on each side of the defect far enough to ensure complete removal
and obtain an opening for a short section of rail. It is recommended that the short rail be one-half the
standard rail length to 36 feet long or at least 3 feet shorter than the standard length. If flame cut, the ends
shall be saw cut to remove the torch cut end for a distance of at least two inches.