BNSF Dispatcher - Trivia Questions For Exam 1 Verified Solutions 2024 Update

BNSF Dispatcher - Trivia Questions For Exam 1 Verified Solutions 2024 Update What is a track within CTC or interlocking limits where signal indication authorizes a sidings use? Controlled Siding What is a fixed signal outside a block system that governs the approach to a block signal, interlocking signal, or switch point indicator? Distant Signal What is a notice of conditions affecting train movement? Track Bulletin Three types of authority in TWC territory? Where designated by the timetable, a *track warrant* will authorize main track use under the direction of the train dispatcher or as prescribed by Rule 6.13 *(Yard Limits)* or Rule 6.14 *(Restricted Limits)*. From a train crew perspective, in ABS territory, the train has a track warrant between Anna and Dora stations. The train has a stop indication at Bess-(in between Anna and Dora), how may the train proceed? --A crew member must contacted the train dispatcher and obtained permission to pass the Stop indication. --if the train dispatcher cannot be contacted, move 100 feet past the signal, wait 5 minutes, then proceed at restricted speed Specifically, what are the 2 ways that trains may authorized to occupy the track in CTC territory? *(Must be able to write this out for Exam1)* *--unless a controlled signal displays a proceed indication* *--the control operator authorizes verbally* [verbal has three options: • Movement past a Stop indication under Rule 9.12.1 (CTC Territory). • A train to enter track between block signals as follows: "(Train) at (location) has authority to enter (track) and proceed (direction)." After entering the track, the train is authorized to move only in the direction specified. • Track and Time under Rule 10.3 (Track and Time).] Outgoing dispatchers are required to make a written transfer, to accept responsibility for the position the relieving DISPR must what (to the transfer)? Sign and Time the transfer. When issuing Track and Time to MW crew in a Non-ICS control point, what must we verify with the employee? Determine if their work will cause a track indication or shunt in the control point. Who must approve for a train to: Cut Out of the PTC system? A Chief Dispatcher, PTC Mentor or the PTC Operations Center (PTCOC) must give approval prior to PTC being placed in cut out status. *Fill in the Blank on Exam1* When a series of locations require reduced speeds, the green flags could overlap the yellow flags, when this is the case, how will yellow and green flags be displayed? When this is the case, employees must: • Place a yellow flag before each speed restriction. • Place a green flag at the end of the last speed restriction. Timetable Characters: A AUTOMATIC INTERLOCKING Timetable Characters: B GENERAL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND CIRCULARS Timetable Characters: R RESTRICTED LIMITS Timetable Characters: T TURNING FACILITY Timetable Characters: M MANUAL INTERLOCKING Timetable Characters: Y YARD LIMITS Timetable Characters: J JUNCTION Timetable Characters: X CROSSOVER When is restricted speed no longer required? The train must maintain restricted speed until: --train goes by a block signal more favorable than restricted speed --the next signal is visible, that signal displays a proceed indication, and the track to that signal is clear (ABS) How are trains Identified? Trains will be identified by initials and engine number, adding the direction when required. A new timetable is put out. How long does it have to be out? At least 24 hours before a new timetable goes into effect, notification will be made by general order. A track bulletin will also be issued at least 24 hours before the new timetable goes into effect and continue for 6 days after the effective date. Rules Hierarchy: There is a rule in the rulebook. What can change it? Track Bulletins, General Orders, and System Special Instructions Can a train with a Box 2 authority make a reverse move? Yes, depending on the conditions