§ 301-10.162 - When may I use other than coach-class train accommodations?  


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  • § 301-10.162 When may I use other than coach-class train accommodations?

    You may use other than coach-class train accommodations only when your agency specifically authorizes/approves this use under paragraphs (a) through (e) of this section.

    (a) No coach-class accommodations are reasonably available on a train that is scheduled to leave within 24 hours of your proposed departure time, or scheduled to arrive within 24 hours of your proposed arrival time;

    (b) When use of other than coach-class accommendations is necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need.

    (1) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement by a competent medical authority. However, if the disability is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required. Certification statements must include at a minimum:

    (i) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating that special accommodation is necessary;

    (ii) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and

    (iii) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation accommodations based on the disability.

    (2) A special need must be certified annually in writing according to your agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required;

    (3) If you are authorized under § 301-13.3(a) of this Subchapter to have an attendant accompany you, your agency may also authorize the attendant to use other than coach-class accommodations if you require the attendant's services en route;

    (c) When exceptional security circumstances require other than coach-class rail accommodations. Exceptional security circumstances are determined by your agency and should only be authorized to the minimum other than coach-class accommodation necessary to meet the agency's mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited to:

    (1) Use of coach-class accommodations would endanger your life or Government property;

    (2) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying an individual authorized to use other than coach-class accommodations; or

    (3) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled pouches or packages;

    (d) Coach-class accommodations on an authorized/approved foreign rail carrier do not provide adequate sanitation or health standards; or

    (e) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your agency's internal procedures pursuant to § 301-70.102(i).

    [FTR Amdt. 2009-06, 74 FR 55148, Oct. 27, 2009]