Who is responsible for managing the waybill?

The conductor or engineer is responsible for managing the waybill because this individual is typically in charge of the train’s operation, ensuring safe transportation of hazardous materials, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The waybill contains important information about the cargo, including its contents, origin, and destination, which is critical for both safety and regulatory compliance during transport.

While other roles such as the driver, dispatch, and logistics manager play significant parts in the overall transportation process, they generally do not have direct oversight of the waybill. The driver focuses on operating the vehicle, dispatch coordinates logistics and communication, and logistics managers handle broader supply chain operations. Thus, the conductor or engineer's specific responsibility in overseeing the waybill reaffirms their role in ensuring that all relevant information regarding hazardous materials is correctly documented and managed throughout the journey.