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WV Foreman Practice Test Review
Questions Questions and Correct
Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded
Can a skid mounted fuel tank be used for transportation of diesel?
Ans: No, must be wheeled or self-propelled
What does "attending diesel equipment" mean?
Ans: Diesel equipment operator must be within sight and
sound
What is the maximum concentration of DPM allowed under WV law?
Ans: 0.12 mg/m^3
All significant external surface on diesel equipment should not exceed
what temp?
Ans: 302 deg F
What is the ambient concentration of exhaust gas allowed in the mine
atmosphere under WV law?
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Ans: CO not to exceed 35 ppm, NO not to exceed 25 ppm, NO2
not to exceed 3 ppm
What shall be done, if necessary, so as to provide clearance and to
avoid accidental contact with power lines when moving equipment?
Ans: Equipment shall be insulated and assemblies removed
What is minimum clearance on Trolley side?
Ans: 12"
What is the minimum size of shelter holes?
Ans: 5' deep, 4' wide, and height of entry
Who shall see that a conspicuous light is placed on the front and rear of
trips?
Ans: The motorman and trip rider
Who shall provide conspicuous light for motor/trips?
Ans: Mine Foreman
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How should the deck of locomotives be protected from loose material
in the track entry?
Ans: With shields
What shall be done to regulate the movement of trips?
Ans: A proper system of signals should be provided
From what side shall cars not be coupled?
Ans: From the wire side or inside of a curve
If a locomotive is not coupled to the trip ahead, what distance should
be maintained between the locomotive and trip?
Ans: 300'
What is the maximum distance between shelter holes?
Ans: 100'
What signaling devices shall be provided on locomotives and shuttle
cars?
Ans: Sounding devices
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Is back-poling prohibited?
Ans: Yes, however permitted with precaution to the nearest
turning point, not to exceed 80'
Why is back-poling prohibited?
Ans: Pole may leave the wire and break, causing serious injury
Bottom drop cars shall not be used as man trips
Ans:
What is required on haulage roads between the end car of trips placed
on sidetracks and moving traffic?
Ans: A clearance point shall be marked with an approved
device
What are the primary causes of haulage accidents?
Ans: Improperly maintained track, insufficient clearance, and
unsafe practices
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WV Foreman Practice Test Review
Questions Questions and Correct
Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded
Can a skid mounted fuel tank be used for transportation of diesel?
Ans: No, must be wheeled or self-propelled
What does "attending diesel equipment" mean?
Ans: Diesel equipment operator must be within sight and
sound
What is the maximum concentration of DPM allowed under WV law?
Ans: 0.12 mg/m^3
All significant external surface on diesel equipment should not exceed
what temp?
Ans: 302 deg F
What is the ambient concentration of exhaust gas allowed in the mine
atmosphere under WV law?
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Ans: CO not to exceed 35 ppm, NO not to exceed 25 ppm, NO2
not to exceed 3 ppm
What shall be done, if necessary, so as to provide clearance and to
avoid accidental contact with power lines when moving equipment?
Ans: Equipment shall be insulated and assemblies removed
What is minimum clearance on Trolley side?
Ans: 12"
What is the minimum size of shelter holes?
Ans: 5' deep, 4' wide, and height of entry
Who shall see that a conspicuous light is placed on the front and rear of
trips?
Ans: The motorman and trip rider
Who shall provide conspicuous light for motor/trips?
Ans: Mine Foreman
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How should the deck of locomotives be protected from loose material
in the track entry?
Ans: With shields
What shall be done to regulate the movement of trips?
Ans: A proper system of signals should be provided
From what side shall cars not be coupled?
Ans: From the wire side or inside of a curve
If a locomotive is not coupled to the trip ahead, what distance should
be maintained between the locomotive and trip?
Ans: 300'
What is the maximum distance between shelter holes?
Ans: 100'
What signaling devices shall be provided on locomotives and shuttle
cars?
Ans: Sounding devices
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Is back-poling prohibited?
Ans: Yes, however permitted with precaution to the nearest
turning point, not to exceed 80'
Why is back-poling prohibited?
Ans: Pole may leave the wire and break, causing serious injury
Bottom drop cars shall not be used as man trips
Ans:
What is required on haulage roads between the end car of trips placed
on sidetracks and moving traffic?
Ans: A clearance point shall be marked with an approved
device
What are the primary causes of haulage accidents?
Ans: Improperly maintained track, insufficient clearance, and
unsafe practices
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