BNSF Train Dispatcher Final Part 1
1. A block or interlocking signal without a number plate, or designated by
an A marker.: ans- Absolute Signal
2. A siding within CTC or interlocking limits where a signal indication
autho- rizes the siding's use.: ans- Controlled Siding
3. An absolute signal controlled by a control operator.: ans- Controlled Signal
4. The tracks between outer opposing absolute signals of an interlocking:
In- terlocking Limits
5. A movement opposite the authorized direction.: ans- Reverse Movement
6. A fixed signal at the entrance of a block that governs trains entering
and using that block.: ans- Block Signal
7. A block system that uses block signal indications to authorize train
move- ments.: ans- Centralized Traffic Control [CTC]
8. The location of absolute signals controlled by a control operator.: ans-
Control Point
9.A track connection between two adjacent tracks, consisting of two
,switches, which is intended to be used primarily for the purpose of crossing
over from one track to the other.: Crossover
10.The movement of trains in one direction on a main track, as specified
by the rules.: Current of Traffic
11.A fixed signal outside a block system that governs the approach to a
block signal, interlocking signal, or switch point indicator.: Distant Signal
12.An electrically controlled lock that restricts the use of a hand-
operated switch or derail.: Electric Switch Lock
13.A main track where trains are operated in both directions.: Single Track
14.A place designated by name in the timetable station column.: Station
15. A notice of conditions affecting train movement. It
may also authorize movement against the current of
traffic where Rule 9.14 (Movement with the Current of
Traffic)
is in effect.: Track Bulletin
16.A method to authorize train movements or protect men or machines on a
main track within specified limits in a territory designated by the timetable.:
- Track Warrant Control [TWC]
17.Main Track [Verbatim]: A track extending through yards and between
,stations that must not be occupied without authority or protection.
18.Restricted Speed [Verbatim]: When required to move at restricted
speed, movement must be made at a speed that allows stopping
within half the range of vision short of:
• Train.
•Engine.
, •Railroad car.
•Men or equipment fouling the track.
•Stop
signal. or
•Derail or switch lined improperly.
When a train or engine is required to move at restricted speed, the crew
must keep a lookout for broken rail and not exceed 20 MPH.
Comply with these requirements until the leading wheels reach a
point where movement at restricted speed is no longer required.
(6.27)
19.Train [Verbatim]: One or more engines coupled, with or without cars,
displaying a marker, and authorized to operate on a main track.
20.How may rules be issued, canceled or modified?: Track bulletin,
general order or special instruction
(1.3.1)
21.How much can watches and clocks be off?: 30 Seconds
1. A block or interlocking signal without a number plate, or designated by
an A marker.: ans- Absolute Signal
2. A siding within CTC or interlocking limits where a signal indication
autho- rizes the siding's use.: ans- Controlled Siding
3. An absolute signal controlled by a control operator.: ans- Controlled Signal
4. The tracks between outer opposing absolute signals of an interlocking:
In- terlocking Limits
5. A movement opposite the authorized direction.: ans- Reverse Movement
6. A fixed signal at the entrance of a block that governs trains entering
and using that block.: ans- Block Signal
7. A block system that uses block signal indications to authorize train
move- ments.: ans- Centralized Traffic Control [CTC]
8. The location of absolute signals controlled by a control operator.: ans-
Control Point
9.A track connection between two adjacent tracks, consisting of two
,switches, which is intended to be used primarily for the purpose of crossing
over from one track to the other.: Crossover
10.The movement of trains in one direction on a main track, as specified
by the rules.: Current of Traffic
11.A fixed signal outside a block system that governs the approach to a
block signal, interlocking signal, or switch point indicator.: Distant Signal
12.An electrically controlled lock that restricts the use of a hand-
operated switch or derail.: Electric Switch Lock
13.A main track where trains are operated in both directions.: Single Track
14.A place designated by name in the timetable station column.: Station
15. A notice of conditions affecting train movement. It
may also authorize movement against the current of
traffic where Rule 9.14 (Movement with the Current of
Traffic)
is in effect.: Track Bulletin
16.A method to authorize train movements or protect men or machines on a
main track within specified limits in a territory designated by the timetable.:
- Track Warrant Control [TWC]
17.Main Track [Verbatim]: A track extending through yards and between
,stations that must not be occupied without authority or protection.
18.Restricted Speed [Verbatim]: When required to move at restricted
speed, movement must be made at a speed that allows stopping
within half the range of vision short of:
• Train.
•Engine.
, •Railroad car.
•Men or equipment fouling the track.
•Stop
signal. or
•Derail or switch lined improperly.
When a train or engine is required to move at restricted speed, the crew
must keep a lookout for broken rail and not exceed 20 MPH.
Comply with these requirements until the leading wheels reach a
point where movement at restricted speed is no longer required.
(6.27)
19.Train [Verbatim]: One or more engines coupled, with or without cars,
displaying a marker, and authorized to operate on a main track.
20.How may rules be issued, canceled or modified?: Track bulletin,
general order or special instruction
(1.3.1)
21.How much can watches and clocks be off?: 30 Seconds
