ANSWERS GRADED A+
● employees are responsible for their personal safety and accountable for their
behavior as a condition of employment. employees must:. Answer: - work within the limits
of their physical capabilities and not use excessive force to accomplish tasks - correct or
protect any unsafe condition or practice and report to proper authority - be aware of the
surroundings and maintain situational awareness to avoid risks associated with required tasks
● safety is the most important element in performing duties. obeying the rules is
essential to:. Answer: - jobs safety - continued employment
● employees must expect the movement of trains, engines, cars, or other moveable
equipment at any time in either direction.. Answer: true
● when a mandatory directive or instruction concerning train movement has been
repeated correctly, the repeat must be acknowledged as correct.. Answer: true
● an employee who does not understand a radio communication or who receives a
communication that is incomplete must:. Answer: not act upon the transmission unless it
affects the safety of the railroad or public and then the safe course must be taken, including
stopping the movement until communication is understood
● remote control movements are considered ____________ movements, except when
the remote control operator controlling the movement is riding the leading locomotive
in the direction of the movement.. Answer: shoving
● before entering a remote control zone, all employees that are not part of the remote
control crew must determine whether the zone is activated. employees may receive
this information from the remote control operator, other authorized employees, or
special instructions.. Answer: true
● employees must check the condition of the equipment and tools they use to perform
their duties. what must be done if they are found to be defective?. Answer: - they must
not use defective equipment or tools until they are safe to use - the must report any defects to
the proper authority
, ● before work begins, who must be included in the job briefing?. Answer: all individuals
involved in the task
● employees lifting and moving material must:. Answer: - ensure secure footing and a
good grip on the materials - keep object close, upper body erect, lift smoothly and do not lift
and twist at the same time
● transportation department employees must wear appropriate footwear while on duty.
which is an example of appropriate footwear?. Answer: lace up boots for transportation
department employees
● employees must wear approved hearing protection:. Answer: - within 150 feet of master
or group retarders during humping and trimming operations - anytime withing a radius of 150
feet around a locomotive
● company approved eye protection must be worn while on company property or on
duty, except when in:. Answer: - enclosed vehicles (including locomotives) - office areas and
lunch rooms
● use the correct tool or equipment for the task to be accomplished in accordance with
the manufacturer's operating instructions. unauthorized use of tools, equipment and
machinery is prohibited.. Answer: true
● to prevent slips, trips and falls, erect barricades, signs or cones where appropriate..
Answer: true
● when walking near or crossing tracks, step over rails, frogs, switches, guard rails,
etc.. Answer: true
● if care is taken to prevent injury, employees may jump from equipment or structures
such as docks, rail cars, platforms, etc., or across ditches, pits, manholes or other
openings. Answer: false
● when walking, keep your eyes on pathway. if hazardous underfoot conditions exist:.
Answer: - keep your hands out of pockets for balance - take short, deliberate steps, with toes
pointed outward - when stepping over objects, such as rails, be sure your front foot is flat
before moving your rear foot
● employees are prohibited from getting on or off moving equipment unless necessary
to prevent injury to themselves or others.. Answer: false