Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) 300 Practice Test

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