During which part of the year is it permissible for conductors to remove their uniform coats while on duty?

The choice regarding the time period when conductors can remove their uniform coats while on duty aligns with the practical considerations of weather and comfort for employees. Typically, this period spans from May 1st to October 1st, which encompasses the warmer months when the need for a heavy uniform coat diminishes due to rising temperatures.

During this timeframe, it is reasonable to expect that conductors would be able to perform their duties more comfortably without their uniform coats, thus maintaining a professional appearance while also considering their comfort in potentially hot weather. This policy helps to balance professionalism with the practicalities of working conditions, supporting employee well-being while ensuring they remain identifiable in their roles.

Other options may not adequately reflect the warmer months when removing coats is still appropriate, either starting too early or ending too late, thereby failing to align with seasonal temperature changes that affect comfort on the job.