Ben, you may recall receiving this certified letter after you let the engine roll into the transfer table pit in March:
Mr. B. Fiorello, Engineman
New Jersey Hi Railers
Attend formal investigation at 9:00 a.m., April 2, 2013, to determine facts and place responsibility, if any concerning your alleged failure to secure engine EMD BL2 at Susquehanna Diesel Shop, resulting in locomotive rolling onto transfer pit, and causing damage to locomotive and transfer pit. Should you so desire, you may be represented by another employee of your choosing, in line with your labor agreement.
Very truly yours,
Hot Water
Superintendent of Shops
The investigation is scheduled for tomorrow. This is your last day to accept discipline by waiver, and I believe Hot Water might be willing to allow you to sign for 15 demerits. I would personally recommend avoiding the investigation, as you are aware that Hot Water will be thorough. I don't possibly see any way that you could blame this one on Wyhog.
There's still time, Ben . . . but not much.