Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) 300 Practice Test

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• The out-of-service limits are identified by which documents?
• Which of the following best describes a Yard?
• Employees must maintain and have with them while on duty a copy of which documents, if their duties are affected by them?
• Damage to property or disruption of railroad operations must be reported to whom?
• Which item is primarily used to notify employees of changes to rules, procedures, or other instructions affecting the movement of trains?
• At switch(es) not equipped with bolt lock or electric lock, the crew member must promptly __________ and then wait ___________ before starting train movement?
• What is defined as the required action conveyed by the signal's aspect?
• Interlocking and controlled point signals remain in service unless otherwise specified by?
• A train must not enter Working Limits until permission has been received by?
• In Rule 261 territory, to assist a disabled train, the Dispatcher may permit an opposing movement in 261 territory. Before giving this authorization, the Dispatcher must issue ______ to the disabled train. A crew member of the disabled train must provide flag protection against the opposing movement.
• Passenger trains, lite locomotives and locomotives operating at the rear of a train must be equipped with an ____________ or have the rear headlight on ____________ at all times.
• What is required when listing numbers or locations in a series on Form D?
• What term refers to a Train not designated by a Timetable schedule?
• When a Conductor or Engineer is relieved, all Form D's and instructions that have not been fulfilled or canceled must be?
• To relieve the 5 minute waiting period, the Dispatcher must determine that no train is moving or has been authorized to move in the direction of the switch(es) from the last TBS, Interlocking or Controlled Point. Which of the following is NOT a valid basis for relief?
• After a stoppage, the initial announcement should be made after how many minutes?
• Under which condition is the Dispatcher not required to notify when entering DCS territory?
• If the cab signal, speed control, or automatic train stop fails en route, in 554 territory, the Engineer must notify?
• Movements operating in the out-of-service portion of the track must not enter the in-service portion without?
• Who is in charge of the out-of-service limits?
• Where maximum authorized speed for track to protect is between 41 MPH and 90 MPH, the minimum distance required for protection is?
• If a Station Stop Is Not Made and the Train Is 2 Miles From Any Of The Locations Noted, The Engineer Must Contact The Conductor And Discuss The Method Of Operation Through The Area.
• When reporting for duty, employees must __________ themselves with, and must ________ with, those instructions pertaining to any portions of the territory on which they are qualified to operate.
• When a Form D is dictated on a train, which group must receive a copy before acting?
• Which term is used to describe the directive to add line 2 authorities to an existing Form D?
• If the Dead Man or Alerter feature failed en route, what must an employee do?
• Where a designated employee is in charge of hand-operated switches, equipment must not foul such switches until receiving?
• The cab signal apparatus on the controlling engine of each train must be tested and found to be operational within ________ before the engine or control car leaves its initial terminal.
• When a wayside signal affecting the movement displays an Approach, Medium Approach, Slow Approach, Restricting, or Stop and Proceed aspect, the Engineer must?
• Movable Point Frog refers to:
• Interlocking or CP signals governing entrance to or within the affected track may be displayed to authorize movement that have received what authority?
• Which statement best describes the NORAC Operating Rules re-examination schedule?
• Employees off duty more than how many days must pass a physical examination before resuming duty?
• Through the Working Limits, what are the maximum speeds for passenger and for freight trains?
• Main Track is a track designated by Timetable upon which train movements are authorized by ABS, DCS, or interlocking rules.
• Form D's must NOT be dictated to or copied by?
• What term denotes the point on a track beyond which equipment will foul an adjacent track, and will not safely accommodate a person riding the side of a car?
• Which document authorizes Form D movement under Rule 562 Territory?
• Once a Form D has been given a "Time Effective" What additions can then be added to the Form D?
• What does a Blue Signal signify?
• The Dispatcher may add 'Additional line 2' authorities to Form D under the condition that no new trains or track cars have been authorized to operate within the limits. What does this action accomplish?
• When notifying the company medical officer about a condition not already on record that could impair duties, this notification must be made?
• Automatic Block Signal (ABS) rules apply only where designated by?
• If a train has passed an Interlocking signal and is delayed, it must proceed at?
• Who is the qualified employee responsible for establishing protection for a roadway worker or roadway workgroup?
• All NJ TRANSIT Rail employees, when originating or initially responding to radio transmissions, must use _________ to identify their employing railroad?
• If the marker fails while en route, who and when should you notify?
• In Rule 251 territory, before giving this authorization, the Dispatcher must issue Form D Line 8 to the Disabled train. The Dispatcher must then issue Form D Line 2 to operate to the whole mile post or station at least how many miles prior to the disabled train, and Line 9 to operate from that location to the disabled train.
• Before authorizing a following movement under Non-Signaled DCS Rules, what must the Dispatcher do?
• The distance limitation for movement beyond the home signal is measured in what units?
• When operating or verifying the position of a hand-operated switch or fixed derail, employees must?
• What movement is the uncoupled engine (or engines) or leading portion of a train directed back toward the remaining stationary portion of the same train?
• If there are questions about adverse effects of prescribed medication, whom should employees consult before reporting for duty?
• Which term means being in such proximity to a track that a person, tools, or equipment could be struck by a moving train?
• Before transmitting by radio, you should do which of the following to avoid interrupting ongoing transmissions?
• What is required of operators regarding Form D copies?
• Before displaying a signal to divert into the Working Limits between the Stop Signs, the Dispatcher must?
• A device provided by the railroad for authorized business purposes is called what?
• Which of the following is NOT an authorized business purpose for using a railroad-supplied electronic device?
• Which of the following is NOT an authorized use for a railroad-supplied electronic device?
• Which of the following is part of the PA failure protocol?
• If the cab signal changes between fixed signals, the _____________ signal will govern?
• When standing or running backwards, how far should you back up?
• Which statement is true for operation in equipped territory after a departure test?
• Which of the following is NOT a method to deliver a Form D?
• Temporary Block Station (TBS) is established by Bulletin Order of Form D to control the movement of trains. Which document is used to establish a TBS?
• Safety is of first importance on the railroad. True or False?
• Effective Locking Device is characterized by which statement?
• All crewmembers must obtain and carry with the while on duty a 200-degree Fahrenheit Temperature Indicating Crayon?
• Which signal is located in the engine control compartment?
• What status is achieved when the person has satisfactorily completed all training requirements, passed all required examinations and is expected to perform all required duties safely, efficiently and in compliance with all applicable rules and instructions?
• How often must employees be re-examined on NORAC Operating Rules?
• Where should the train stop when approaching a fixed stop signal?
• If the Dispatcher stops a train while it is moving through an interlocking, the train must not move in either direction until?
• Track Cars Shunt the System?
• What constitutes a redundant means for communicating with the Dispatcher?
• The Dispatcher may verbally authorize movement against the current of traffic at an interlocking. The movement is limited to how many train lengths beyond the home signal?
• Distant Signal is used to govern the approach of a train to which signal?
• Which of the following is true regarding the security of freight car and trailer doors and top covers during operation?
• Which statement is true regarding the conditions required before permission is granted for movement within interlocking limits?
• Current of Traffic refers to which of the following?
• What sign is used at the end of ABS territory to indicate the end of Automatic Block?
• What will authorize a track car to proceed past a Stop Signal at an interlocking or controlled point?
• Employees must have a copy of each __________ with them while on duty.
• What three actions constitute the Three Step Protection the engineer must perform?
• Which term refers to the control concept where movements on a track are authorized by a Form D system outside yard limits?
• When a cab signal failure occurs in Rule 562 territory, the conductor must be?
• Which horn sound is used for approaching roadway workers or their equipment on or near the track, regardless of whistle prohibitions?
• If movement to out-of-service limits will involve passing a Stop Signal, the Dispatcher may authorize movement under which rule?
• Division Notice (DN) is a publication that contains instructions or information which do not affect the movement of trains. Which option reflects this definition accurately?
• Form D's which need cancellation will usually be canceled on the same form; under some conditions, a separate Form D must be used.
• If a flat spot on a wheel of a car or engine develops en route, a member of the crew must?
• Track cars must approach interlocking and controlled point signals prepared to?
• Which horn signal is used to acknowledge any other signal not otherwise provided for?
• If there is no flagger or railroad police officer providing warning at a crossing and the dispatcher is notified, the train must:
• If all auxiliary lights fail en route, the train must not exceed how many MPH while the leading end of the train is operating over a public highway crossing at grade, and the auxiliary lights must be repaired at the nest forward repair point?
• Which term describes a system in which movements outside yard limits are authorized by Form D, i.e., Form D Control System?
• Control Station refers to?
• Track Car that is to be used for maintenance on a main track must be issued what to be on track?
• Trains receiving From D for movement in Rule 562 territory must not exceed which mph within the designated limits?
• Track Car (TC) is defined as which of the following?
• Which statement about the temporary Passenger Conductor Certificate when the certificate is missing on duty is accurate?
• Form D Line 13 authorizes movement in Rule 562 Territory for Rule 563.
• All transmission must be repeated by the employee receiving them except?
• Unless otherwise instructed by Bulletin Order or Form D line 13, trains must stop and provide on-ground warning at highway grade crossing equipped with automatic warning devices unless?
• The employee performing the cab signal test must post a signed copy of the test results where?
• In addition to its use in non-ABS territory, what sign may be used at the end of ABS territory?
• Which statement about Controlled Point (CP) is correct?
• What is a Controlled Siding (CS)?
• Foul Time (Rule 140) – who may verbally authorize foul time if the work will not disturb the track?
• When switching passenger equipment or occupied camp cars (coupling) what must be done?
• Which rule governs foul time?
• When the movement is authorized by Dispatcher, the movement must not exceed how many miles per hour?
• Which horn signal is used as an acknowledgement of a hand signal to back up?
• For transmissions that contain information, instruction or advice that could affect safety, what must the receiving employee do?
• The Conductor must contact the Engineer when leaving the last station stop prior to any of the above locations.
• If an error is discovered before Time Effective, the Dispatcher must mark Void on his copy and reissue under another number. What must the receiving employees do with their copies?
• ABS and CSS rules apply when non-signaled DCS rules are substituted for ABS.
• What is the primary purpose of a Yard?
• Passenger Conductors are required by law to carry their Operator's Certificate with them while on duty and have it available for inspection upon demand by an FRA Inspector or an officer of NJT.
• Where Rule 261 is in effect, a train must not make a reverse movement -beyond the limits- of the block without?
• An employee must contact the dispatcher if they do not have a copy of the current information affecting movement of their train.
• Unless otherwise instructed, the Foreman or Track Car Driver must _________________________ of all interlockings and controlled points.
• Which term is used to describe a publication summarizing timetable changes and revision pages issued by the designated officer?
• What is one appropriate way for the Dispatcher to authorize movement against the current of traffic at an interlocking?
• If communication is known to be failing, what may be issued to pass a stop signal?
• What is a Home Signal?
• To make a reverse movement in non-signaled DCS territory, a train authorized by Form D line 2 to operate in a specific direction must?
• What Color Signal Must Be Displayed By Workmen To Protect Against Trains?
• Which statement best describes the process when a signal requires the operator to communicate signal information to a qualified employee?
• Engines and cars must not be operated through water which exceeds how many inches from the top of the rail?
• Movements on a track not governed by ABS, DCS, or interlocking rules must be made at?
• What is the policy on reporting violations and duty?
• The Dispatcher must properly line the route for the movement of track cars at interlockings and controlled points. Signals must not be displayed for movement to?
• Which item is affixed to the rear of a train to indicate that the train is complete?
• Any individual who violates these prohibitions or uses any of the described devices without observing any of the restrictions is subject to?
• Which term refers to a unit or combination of units propelled by any form of energy and operated from a single control, used in train or yard service?
• The Dispatcher must then issue ______ to the assisting train?
• Once Blue Signal Protection Has Been Displayed The Equipment Must Not Be Moved Or Coupled.
• Which action should an employee take if movement information is needed and not readily available?
• Which term is defined as a place designated on the station pages of the Timetable by name?
• At switch(es) equipped with bolt lock but not an electric lock, the crew member must promptly _________ and then wait __________ before operating the switch(es)?
• Before the Form D is canceled, the Conductor must ensure that all switches used by his crew are locked in the normal position.
• What action must be taken if the radio instructions are not understood?
• When no trains or track cars are ahead, _________ must be written on line 3 of Form D?
• Dispatchers or Operators must not advise which information on the radio?
• Which statement about radio transmissions is true?
• Which statement best defines Interlocking?
• When work involves on-track equipment or disturbs the track so that Normal Speed would be unsafe, what form must be issued?
• When damage to property or disruption occurs, what is the required means of reporting?
• Which device is designed to shunt the signal system before the switch points are operated?
• When an ABS failure occurs, non-signaled DCS rules may be substituted by Bulletin Order or Form D line 6.
• What distinguishes Rule 251 from Rule 261 regarding reverse movements beyond block limits?
• A train entering a block between signals must proceed at ______________________ until the ___________________ has entered the block and the entire train has passed the next block signal.
• Who can issue foul time?
• What must be pronounced digit by digit in a Form D?
• An employee may be required to take a breath test and/or provide a urine sample if the Company reasonably suspects violation of this rule. Refusal to comply will be considered:
• Marker is:
• A train authorized by Form D line 2 to operate in both directions has exclusive occupancy of the track, and may operate in either direction. The Dispatcher must not authorize other movements within the line 2 limits. The line 2 authority remains in effect until?
• When a push-pull train that has passed a distant signal makes a station stop or reduces speed to less than 10 MPH it must not exceed which speed, unless governed by a slower speed?
• If necessary, en route to operate from an equipped engine that has not received a departure test, the cab signals must be considered?
• At the close of each transmission to which response is expected?
• If the cab signal, speed control, or automatic train stop fails in 554 territory, the Engineer must not exceed what Speed?
• Although a sufficient number of handbrakes must be applied to standing equipment, a minimum of _____________ must be applied (unless the use of more is indicated by Special Instructions) and if necessary, car wheels must be ________?
• Which Of The Following Is NOT A Standard Hand Signal Listed In The 7 Hand Signals?
• A train may make a reverse movement, at Restricted Speed, - within the limits - of the same block when?
• Track cars must not be placed or operated on tracks where ABS and DCS rules are not in effect without being authorized by who?
• When a flagger for each direction of traffic, or a railroad police officer providing warning at the crossing and the dispatcher is notified, the train must:
• The leading end of the movement must not exceed __________ over the crossing?
• If the cab signal apparatus is de-energized after the departure test has been made, it must be?
• Which statement best defines a Timetable?
• The use of tobacco or electronic cigarettes by employees on all trains including any part of locomotive is prohibited?
• Which term is defined as 'A device consisting of rails and connections designed to divert movement from one track to another'?
• What is the recommended action if the PA system is not working?
• Crew Members assigned to which service will not be required to carry Timetables, NORAC Operating Rules, or Special Instructions while in such service but must have them in their possession when reporting for duty?
• The train may resume the speed authorized by the last signal received when which conditions are met?
• In a Form D line 2 authority to operate in both directions, what must the Dispatcher refrain from doing?
• Cab Signal System (CSS) Rules apply only where designated by?
• What must be done before a train proceeds if protection is required at a station stop?
• Transmitted 3 times to obtain use of radio channels for initial report of conditions endangering train movements?
• Bolt-Lock Switch is described as?
• Which form should be issued if work involves on-track equipment or disturbs the track or catenary so that Normal Speed would be unsafe?
• In cases of communication failure, which Form D line may be used to authorize passage before the train arrives at the Stop Signal?
• What alternative device may be used to indicate the rear of the train if the rear headlight is not illuminated?
• The limits of the Form D authority must be designated by?
• How is an Extra train identified on Form D?
• If a cab signal or related failure occurs in 554 territory and mechanical forces are on duty at the turnaround point to repair the equipment, can it be dispatched?
• A train operating in the opposite direction of the train reported in emergency must?
• Employees qualified on the operating rules and located on the leading engine or car must be on lookout for signals affecting the movement of their train. They must communicate to each other in a clear manner the _________ of each signal as soon as it becomes clearly visible.
• Employees must observe passing trains for defects, and the display of headlights, markers and auxiliary lights. The improper display of headlights, markers and auxiliary lights must be reported to?
• Additional equipment may enter the out-of-service limits after?
• Who is responsible for confirming that a hand-operated switch remains in the correct position after use?
• What is the authority for movement of track cars and must be obtained before track cars are placed or operated on a track where ABS or DCS rules are in effect?
• Who is responsible for properly lining the route for the movement of track cars at interlockings and controlled points?
• Under horn failure at a crossing, which condition could exempt you from continuing on-ground warning after stopping?
• In Rule 251 territory, may the Dispatcher permit an opposing movement against the current of traffic?
• What Two Categories Are Reviewed In A Job Briefing For Coordination Of Employees?
• What is the effect of writing 'NONE' on Form D line 3?
• Who must provide assurance that protection on the track adjacent to the station platform has been provided when a station stop is routed?
• Which term describes an electronic device not provided to the employee by the railroad for an authorized business purpose?
• On duty, employees must __________ with the orders and instructions of that division or railroad, unless otherwise directed.
• Which timing plan correctly describes the PA protocol?
• What is the purpose of walking through the train when the PA system is down?
• When Giving A Hand Signal, Movement Must Be Stopped If?
• Limited Speed is defined as which of the following?
• When hand-operated switch(es) have been restored to normal position, even though the train has not been reported clear of the block, it must not again enter that block without?
• Which statement best defines Absolute Block?
• When Emergency Repair Work Is To Be Done On, Under, Or Between Engines And/Or Cars, And Blue Signal Is Not Available, Who Must Be Notified?
• Form D's may only be dictated to employees who are qualified on the?
• The Working Limits location must be identified by a whole mile post, station, or other physical characteristic location, by which documents?
• Certification can be revoked when the Conductor is in the operating cab with the Engineer and the speed exceeds the maximum authorized limit by at least ______ mph?
• In the case of a single incident involving a violation of TRO-12, the person shall have his or her certificate revoked for a period of?
• Which statement would cause cab signals to be considered inoperative en route?
• The Dispatcher may permit a train to make a reverse movement, at Restricted Speed, within the limits of the same block. When so authorized, a crew member must?
• What defines a Controlled Signal?
• Which crew member is responsible for providing flag protection against the opposing movement?
• The Working Limits area is designated by which documents?
• What describes the tracks between the opposing home signals of an interlocking?
• When on-track equipment is not continuously attended by the Employee in Charge, the equipment must be?
• The Dispatcher must ______ the employee of all information affecting the movement of his train. The receiving employee must ______ this information.
• A train must not enter or foul ABS territory without?
• Before transmitting by radio, the employee must?
• When necessary to report the passage of a train prior to fouling or occupying a track, employees must identify the passing train by?
• When running, what should you do if instructed to stop?
• Trains must receive a Form D before departing a TBS on a main track.
• Which of the following is acceptable to authorize a movement to reverse direction within an interlocking if a proper interlocking signal is not present?
• To signify that message was received and understood?
• Employees are prohibited from? (Tampering)
• Who bears the ultimate responsibility for the safe operation of the train?
• Which term describes a train that has been designated by a timetable schedule?
• In relation to violations, what must employees do promptly?
• Track cars must not exceed ________?
• Which statement correctly describes the policy irrespective of knowledge about the delay cause?
• If a train stops less than one engine length beyond an Interlocking signal, it must not proceed without?
• If only one signal indication is possible, this indication will?
• Dual control switches must not be hand-operated until permission is obtained from the?
• Which rule specifies the required distance and direction for flag protection?
• What describes an Automatic Block Signal?
• Which term denotes the movement of an uncoupled engine or leading portion back toward the remaining stationary portion of the train?
• The next signal, when more favorable, must also be communicated by the?
• Which of the following governs movement when the cab signal conforms to the fixed signal upon entering the block?
• The fouling point of a track is indicated by which of the following?
• Safety Job Briefings should be conducted how?
• For Conductors or Assistant Conductors, when must their physical occur?
• Who Can Remove A Blue Signal Protection?
• After Time Effective, what additions can be added to the Form D?
• A block system, signaled or non-signaled, in which the movements of trains outside of the yard limits is authorized by Form D.
• If a train clears a block at a hand-operated switch and the switch has been restored, the dispatcher must be informed that it is now reported clear as a direct result of which statement?
• A Train Or Track Car Must Not Be Operated Without A?
• What term describes a passenger train with a Multiple Unit (MU) or control car on either end?
• The use of alcoholic beverages or intoxicants on duty is:
• If the cab signal fails en route in Rule 562 territory, which action should the engineer take?
• Effective Locking Device is described as?
• At the close of each transmission to which a response is not necessary?
• True or False: If you have permission to pass a Stop Sign, you are not required to stop.
• Interlocking Signals are:
• Who must show or read Form D line 4 or 13 to the person in charge of the additional equipment?
• Train crew members must inspect cars and engines for the following problems?
• When a Dispatcher or Operator physically delivers one or more Form D's to an employee, the numbers of all Form D's delivered must be indicated in which portion?
• Which statement is true regarding abbreviations on Form D?
• What must employees visually confirm when verifying a hand-operated switch?
• Normal Speed is defined as which of the following?
• When standing, what action should you take to begin moving?
• Which horn signal is used to acknowledge a stop signal other than a fixed signal?
• Which of the following best defines a hand-operated switch?
• Restricted Speed is defined as which of the following?
• At switch(es) equipped with an electric lock, the train movement may begin as soon as?
• Employees must report _____________ of movements over switches to the Dispatcher or Employee in Charge of that location.
• Under a dispatcher-authorized reverse movement within the same block, which statement best describes crew placement?
• Without prior authorization from the Dispatcher, you must not exceed how many hours of work?
• A train designated by Timetable Schedule is called what?
• Temporary Block Station (TBS) is defined as which of the following?
• The Foreman or Track Car Driver must perform a _________________ to see that the track car is in safe operating condition before operating it.
• Which document can designate the limits of Form D authority?
• After Form D is fulfilled or canceled, what must be done?
• Which statement accurately describes the requirement for auxiliary lights before departure?
• Who must repeat the signal information to the Engineer?
• When a passenger train is approaching, what must be true about the station platform area?
• When should follow-up updates be provided after the initial announcement?
• Which Statement Best Describes Safety Job Briefings?
• When a Form D is dictated to an employee on a train, the receiving employee must ensure that employees on the train who are addressed in the Form D receive a copy of it when?
• Conductors have overall responsibility for?
• What is the interval for subsequent announcements after the initial?
• In Rule 562 Territory, what is the standard operating speed when a cab signal is not available?
• Employees having questions about possible adverse effect of prescribed medication must consult who before reporting for duty?
• Which statement is true about the PA failure protocol?
• What term describes a track adjacent to a main track and used for meeting or passing trains?
• Time in transit deadheading back to your terminal at the end of your tour of duty is NOT time on duty for Federal hours of service requirements, but cannot be considered as rest. True or False?
• Form D's are in effect until which condition?
• When spotting, switching, or making up trains, you should be prepared to stop.
• The Dispatcher may relieve crew members from the 5 minute waiting period. To do so, the Dispatcher must?
• A Train is defined as which of the following?
• When the crew can immediately determine that their train is not fouling adjacent tracks, the crew must promptly do what?
• Interlocking signals governing entrance to or within the affected track require which authority?
• When a Form D restricting the movement of a train covers a portion of the track within 3 miles of the point of delivery, the train must be stopped. Form D must be delivered before the signal to proceed is displayed unless?
• The Engineer must verbally communicate to a qualified employee on the engine or train the name and location of each signal, as soon as the signal is clearly visible. The qualified employee must?
• Which statement is NOT part of the PA failure protocol?
• During a delay with the PA system down, which action best keeps passengers informed?
• If a Passenger Conductor does not have the certificate with them on duty, what must you do?
• True or False: Both switches of a hand-operated crossover must be properly lined before movement; the movement must be completed before either switch is restored.
• Which term describes a unit or combination of units propelled by energy and operated from a single control?
• A flat spot that is less than 2 1/2 inches in length or if there are 2 adjoining spots, each less than 2 inches in length the train may proceed/continue at?
• Before permission is granted, to make a reverse movement, the Dispatcher must determine that?
• What is a non-controlled track designated in the timetable upon which movements may be made subject to prescribed signals and rules, or special instructions?
• Which entity may demand to inspect a Passenger Conductor's Operator's Certificate?
• When switches are in opposite positions they are?
• Before giving permission for movements not governed by fixed signal within interlocking limits, the Dispatcher must determine that?
• If cab signal fails in Rule 562 territory and there is a Clear to Next Interlocking signal, what should the engineer do?
• Which document must employees carry to work?
• What action is taken when a line 2 authority is fulfilled after the train clears the limits?
• Both switches of a hand-operated crossover must be properly lined before equipment begins crossover movement, and the movement must be completed before either switch is restored to normal position
• Train and engine crews must notify the appropriate Train Dispatcher how long in advance before the expiration of their legal on-duty period?
• The improper display of headlights, markers and auxiliary lights must be reported to whom?
• The employee providing protection must remain at that location until recalled. If the employee sees or hears a train approaching before he has reached the prescribed distance, what must he do?
• Before Going On, Under, Or Between Engines And/Or Cars, What Must Workmen Display?
• If a switch is operated manually, what category does it fall under?
• Movement Permit Form D is:
• Which term describes a passenger train with a MU or control car on both ends?
• When a train operating in a specified direction clears the limits of its line 2 authority, the line 2 authority is?
• On Form D line 2 authority, when multiple track cars operate, they must?
• What document must be issued to remove a track from service?
• Form D's fulfilled or canceled must be marked with an X and retained for inspection for a period of 7 days.
• Which combination accurately describes the timing of PA announcements?
• When flag protection is required, employees must go where?
• If more than one indication is possible, and all are more favorable than Stop and Proceed, trains may proceed as though which signal were displayed?
• Crossing at Grade is defined as?
• Which statement describes the effect when only one signal indication is possible?
• How must Trains approach home signals, controlled point signals, and signals at the beginning of ABS territory__________?
• Which statement describes the requirement for an employee who operates a hand-operated switch or fixed derail?
• What term refers to the status indicating a person is prepared to perform duties safely after completing training and examinations?
• If a train that has passed a block signal stops for any reason other than a passenger train making a station stop, it must proceed at what speed?
• When an additional line 2 authorities is transmitted to an employee on a train, the receiving employee must ensure that?
• What is a Controlled Point (CP)?
• Who is responsible for performing a Visual Inspection of a track car before operation?
• Which term refers to an employee assigned to a train or track car when the Engineer, Conductor or Track Car Driver is not qualified on the territory to be traversed?
• Employees equipped with flagging equipment must?
• The unauthorized use of personal electronic device to perform any function when required to perform service is prohibited and must be?
• Switches within the designated limits may be left in the reverse position and unattended. Before the Form D is canceled, what must the Conductor ensure?
• To reverse direction within the limits of an interlocking, trains must have either?
• Which statement about Form D completion is true regarding legibility?
• Dispatchers must not display signals nor give authority for movements in direction of the out-of-service track until?
• Movements in the direction of an out-of-service track must be notified by?
• When a train clears a block at a hand operated switch or crossover, and the switch(es) have been restored to normal position, it must be?
• What is the minimum operating duration of the automatic warning device before a train may proceed?
• The assisting train must operate from that location to the disabled train?
• Distant Signal governs the approach to which signal?
• Which term is defined as 'A place designated on the station pages of the Timetable by name'?
• If work on or adjacent to a track will create a condition interfering with the safe passage of trains, that work must?
• Movable Point Frog refers to:
• Which term describes a hand-operated switch that is equipped with an electrically controlled device to restrict its movement?
• Switch (Sw) is defined as which of the following?
• On Form D, what must be done with applicable line numbers?
• What is the correct shorthand used to identify the railroad in radio transmissions?
• Track cars approaching interlocking and controlled point signals should be prepared to do what?
• Which term describes a location from which an interlocking is operated?
• How Many Hand Signals Are Listed Under The 7 Hand Signals Rule?
• Which information must be used to identify the passing train when reporting its passage prior to fouling a track?
• What term describes a method of establishing working limits on a controlled track when work will not disturb the track or catenary structure in a manner that would prevent movements at Normal Speed?
• Cab Signal is defined as?
• If the qualified employee fails to repeat the required signal information (Name & Location) to the Engineer. The Engineer must?
• Which device is provided to an employee by the employing railroad for an authorized business purpose?
• Which of the following describes who Form D may be dictated to?
• Movements at Restricted Speed must comply with Rule 80 by ensuring the movement can be stopped within what distance?
• A Block is defined as what?
• Which term describes a speed category not exceeding 30 MPH?
• Are employees allowed to break seals on interlocking appliances or other equipment without authorization?
• What must be obtained before fouling a hand-operated switch when a designated employee is in charge?
• What term designates the specific operating rule or group of operating rules that govern the use of tracks, as designated by the Timetable?
• Where Rule 251 is in effect, a train must not make a reverse movement - beyond the limits- of the block without?
• When entering a block between signals, a train must proceed at what speed until the entire train has entered the block and the next block signal is passed?
• Which action aligns with keeping passengers informed during a delay?
• If the cab signal and fixed signal do not conform, the ___________________________________ will govern movement through the block.
• When a track car clears the track specified on Form D line 2, the Form D authorizing the use of the track is __________, and a new ___________ must be issued for any further movement.
• To pass a Stop Signal, a train must have?
• A temporary Passenger Conductor Certificate is valid for how long?
• What part of the Timetable prescribes direction, number, frequency, and times for movement of designated trains?
• If radio instructions are not understood or radio contact is not maintained, what must the movement do?
• Which Form D line may provide exceptions to stopping at highway grade crossings?
• In non-signaled DCS territory, does the speed limit apply to both passenger and freight trains?
• Which term refers to a signal at a fixed location that affects the movements of a train?
• Rules 554 and 556 will not apply in territory where Rule 562 is in effect.
• If auxiliary lights fail en route and cannot be repaired immediately, where should the lights be repaired?
• Block Signal is best described as?
• Bulletin Order (BO) is defined as?
• Movement on a running track must be made at Restricted Speed, unless otherwise specified in the Timetable. Movement may begin only after receiving either?
• After the train has stopped, flag protection must follow which guideline?
• Under TRO-12, a single incident involving a violation results in certificate revocation for how long?
• Which term is defined as 'The signal appearance, which conveys an indication as viewed from the approaching train or from the cab display'?
• How must track cars approaching at-grade highway crossings be prepared?
• If you know the cause of the delay, should you still delay the initial announcement?
• If a flat spot is found in excess of 2.5 inches, but less than 4 inches the train must not exceed?
• At Restricted speed, how far may a track car reverse movement beyond?
• If the work involves on-track equipment or will disturb the track or catenary structure so that it would be unsafe for Normal Speed, what must be issued?
• If multiple indications are possible and all are more favorable than Stop and Proceed, trains may proceed as though which type of signal were displayed?
• When the Engineer operates a train from other than the leading end of movement, a crew member or other qualified employee must provide point protection to ensure that the movement is made safely. The person providing the point protection must?
• Which option properly describes a Controlled Signal?
• What should employees do with the entire Form D?
• If the horn or whistle fails on the lead engine en route, you must stop before each public highway crossing at grade and provide on-ground warning until the crossing is occupied, unless?
• What is the last step described when a Conductor or Engineer is relieved regarding Form Ds?
• A train approaching a fixed signal requiring a stop must?
• Division Notice (DN) is best described as?
• A track signaled in both directions (261); A signal indication will be the authority for train to operate in __ on the same track.
• Before leaving the engine leaves its Initial terminal, which equipment must be operational?
• If a passenger train is routed to stop at a station across a main track or controlled siding between the train and the platform, what must be done before proceeding?
• Which statement describes an Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)?
• Which speed category applies when a movement must be able to stop within half the range of vision?
• The Conductor and Assistant Conductor must NOT occupy which location unless necessary in the performance of their duty?
• Track car movements at an interlocking may be made one track car length beyond the home signal into ABS or DCS territory for an immediate movement in the opposite direction. Such movements require?
• Interlocking Station is defined as a location from which:
• Which of the following is true regarding indicators for the fouling point?
• The Dispatcher may direct addressee(s) to add ___________________________ authorities to a specified direction Form D which is still in effect providing no new trains or track cars have been authorized to operate within the___________________________?
• When must the Dispatcher be promptly notified by the crew regarding entering DCS territory?
• Under the following conditions, a train that has experienced a cab signal, automatic train stop, or speed control failure may be dispatched from a turnaround point, governed by the rules that apply to an en route failure?
• Which statement best describes the 'Three Step Protection' actions?
• Which Form D line must be issued to the disabled train before authorizing an opposing movement in Rule 261 territory?
• If the movement authority on Form D is fulfilled, what must be issued for any further movement?
• What is a Derail?
• Slow Speed is defined as which of the following?
• Track Barricade is best described as which of the following?
• For electric lock, movement may begin as soon as what condition is met?
• The directive includes General Orders, Bulletin Orders, and Division Notices. Employees must familiarize themselves with and comply with these instructions.
• Interlocking Limits are defined as what?
• Which statement best describes Track Car (TC)?
• Employees whose duties require coordination with other employees must hold a job briefing to review all _________ and ___________ before, during and after such duties.
• The maximum authorized speed in non-signaled DCS territory for passenger trains and freight is?
• How is a scheduled train identified on Form D?
• What priority is stated as most important on the railroad?
• The Dispatcher may direct addressee(s) to add additional line 2 authorities to a __________ Form D which is still in effect.
• Which option best completes the track movement rule: Movement may begin after receiving either a signal indication or verbal permission of the employee governing movements on that track?
• To provide flag protection against an assisting train, an employee equipped with flagging equipment must proceed in the proper direction a distance of __ and display __ when the assisting train is seen or heard approaching.
• Which term refers to being at or near a track in a position where equipment on an adjacent track could be struck?
• If in doubt of the meaning or application of a rule or special instruction, an employee must request an explanation from whom?
• Employees have the right to challenge in Good Faith any directive that would violate the operating rules or instructions in respect to the operation of hand operated switches/crossovers and fixed derails, shoving movements, leaving equipment in the clear. This challenge must be made in which manner?
• The cab signal should conform to each fixed signal within ______seconds after a train enters a block?
• At what maximum speed must equipment with spear-type couplers be coupled?
• If an error is discovered on a Form D before "Time Effective" has been given the Dispatcher must direct receiving employees to destroy their copies. The Dispatcher must mark "Void" on his copy in the Form D booklet then?
• Reverse movements in Rule 562 territory must not be made without what?
• Which signal aspects trigger the requirement for the Engineer to verbally communicate the name and location of each signal to a qualified employee?
• Which statement best defines a Train?
• Blue Signal indicates?
• Which term refers to a publication used to summarize changes to the Timetable and other instruction manuals, containing revision pages issued periodically by the designated officer?
• When the cab signal aspect changes to Restricting between fixed signals, the Engineer must take action at once to reduce to?
• Trains must not make unscheduled stops to receive or discharge passengers or employees without?
• An initial announcement must be made if a train has been stopped for at least ______ and additional announcements must be made at ______ intervals thereafter.
• If the cab signal conforms to the fixed signal upon entering the block, the ______________ signal will govern?
• If communication fails before the "Time effective" has been given the train must?
• What can substitute a Stop Sign when the track is not obstructed?
• A train must not occupy DCS territory outside yard limits without?
• Once all addressees have repeated the Form D correctly, the Dispatcher will give __ which must then be repeated by the receiving employee?
• During cab signal failure en route in 554 territory, notification must be given to whom as soon as possible without delay to train?
• Who should an employee contact to obtain an explanation about rule meanings when in doubt?
• For Conductors or Assistant Conductors regardless of age, when must they have a physical?
• Medium Speed is defined as which of the following?
• In event of radio failure en route, the Dispatcher must be notified when?
• A train operating in the same direction as the train reported in emergency must?
• If there is no Employees' Register located at the duty location, the employee should ______.
• Which document governs where Cab Signal System (CSS) rules apply?
• Which statement defines signal aspect?
• Before authorizing an opposing movement in Rule 261 territory, which Form D line must be issued to the disabled train?
• Which horn signal is used to acknowledge any other signal not provided for?
• Which Form D lines indicate the authority for the movement of track cars?
• Blocking devices must be applied to protect against opposing movements whenever which rule is in effect?
• Which term describes a length of track with defined limits on which train movements are governed by signals?