Rangierordnung
Rangierordnung is a set of rules governing shunting operations in railway yards and during shunting moves. It defines responsibilities, procedures and safety measures for the movement, coupling and uncoupling of railway vehicles and for securing them during handling. The purpose is to ensure safe, efficient and standardized yard work, prevent accidents and coordinate with other traffic.
The regulation is typically issued by the railway undertaking or by national railway safety authorities, and
Variants exist between countries and operators; in practice Rangierordnung is adapted to national legislation and company