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[40.4.1] A train dispatcher may not grant permission for a train to pass a red flag. A train
dispatcher may relay this information from the employee in charge of the red flag. -
CORRECT ANSWER: true
A __________ authorizes a train or engine to occupy the main track with designated
limits? - CORRECT ANSWER: Track warrant
a conflicting route must not be established until (9.5.1) - CORRECT ANSWER:
communication has been established with the crews of the approaching train, and it is
known such train has cleared the conflicting route
a track warrant must not be issued to a train within the same or overlapping limits with
another train unless? - CORRECT ANSWER: 1. both train are going the same direction
in signaled territory.
2. in non-signaled territory, trains are going the same direction, and must move at
restrict speed.
3. two or more trains are authorized to "work between" two specific points at restricted
speed within the overlapping limits.
4. trains can proceed through the limits of another train with work between, and trains
are moving at restricted speed.
A weather "warning" meCORRECT ANSWER: - CORRECT ANSWER: Severe weather
has been reported or will occur at any time
a weather "Watch/alert" indicates: - CORRECT ANSWER: Where and when severe
weather may occur
,after a train stops at a fusee, what must it do? (5.6) - CORRECT ANSWER: proceed for
one mile at restricted speed from where the fusee was placed.
After receiving restrictions, instructions or reports of unusual conditions, do the
following: - CORRECT ANSWER: 1. if verbally received, repeat the information received
and obtain confirmation that the information is correct
2. verbally notify train that appear to be traversing or about to traverse the restriction
3. After informing close trains, place appropriate restrictive tag(s) to ensure PTC
enforcement
all crew members are responsible from knowing and not exceeding what? - CORRECT
ANSWER: The maximum Authorized speed for their train.
an employee must get _______ before operating a dual control switch by hand. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Permission
an employee requesting track and time must provide: - CORRECT ANSWER: Name
Occupation
Location
At least 24 hours prior to a new timetable goes into effect, notification will be made by
what? - CORRECT ANSWER: General Order
At what speed do trains move in joint track and time? - CORRECT ANSWER: Restricted
speed
At what speed must trains entering or moving with in yard limits? (6.13) - CORRECT
ANSWER: Movement must be made at restricted speed, unless operating under a
signal more favorable than approach.
,before a Form B restriction is used for protection or authority, what must the job briefing
between the EIC and dispatcher contain? - CORRECT ANSWER: 1. what tracks will be
occupied
2. which, if any, of the dual control switches in the limits with be occupied or fouled
3. what position dual control switches must be blocked in
4. what routing restrictions exist for movements within limits
Before giving information concerning trains or train movements to others? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Require them to identify themselves
Before granting permission to pass a stop signal. what must be done? (40.4.4) -
CORRECT ANSWER: 1. verify the crew can see the stop signal
2. block switches
3. apply track blocks beyond effected control point.
Before granting track and time, the control operator must: - CORRECT ANSWER: apply
blocking to the control machine to prevent movement into the limits.
before initiating movement on a main track or controlled siding, a crew member must:
(6.2) - CORRECT ANSWER: Receive track bulletins affecting their movement, or,
determine from the train dispatcher or yardmaster if any track bulletins are needed.
before place restrictive tag, what should you ask a closely approaching train, and who
do you ask? - CORRECT ANSWER: "can you comply", and the Engineer
Block signals, Cab signals, or both govern the use of? - CORRECT ANSWER: Blocks
Can a reverse move be conducted in control points or Manual interlockings? (6.4.1) -
CORRECT ANSWER: only after getting permission from the control operator
, Can a signal be "in time" when advise a crew that protection is provided? - CORRECT
ANSWER: No
can a train dispatcher grant permission for a train to pass a red flag? - CORRECT
ANSWER: No; but a train dispatcher can relay information from the EIC
Can a train follow the switch at either end of the track warrant limits? - CORRECT
ANSWER: No
can employees relay track Bulletins? - CORRECT ANSWER: Yes
can information be relayed when MOW is behind a train? (40.7.3) - CORRECT
ANSWER: No, direct contact must be made between the train and MOW
Can the train procced without stopping past a red flag? (5.4.2) - CORRECT ANSWER:
Yes, only if the EIC Gives permission
can you change or add to a track warrant? - CORRECT ANSWER: No, you issue a new
one.
Can you deviate from safe rules or accepted safe practices? (TDCOM 40.1.1) -
CORRECT ANSWER: No
can you extend a track warrant? - CORRECT ANSWER: No
can you grant a back up movement where MW authorities exist? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Yes, must do a job brief. "Draw line in the sand"
can you issue a track warrant contingent on a condition? - CORRECT ANSWER: No
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[40.4.1] A train dispatcher may not grant permission for a train to pass a red flag. A train
dispatcher may relay this information from the employee in charge of the red flag. -
CORRECT ANSWER: true
A __________ authorizes a train or engine to occupy the main track with designated
limits? - CORRECT ANSWER: Track warrant
a conflicting route must not be established until (9.5.1) - CORRECT ANSWER:
communication has been established with the crews of the approaching train, and it is
known such train has cleared the conflicting route
a track warrant must not be issued to a train within the same or overlapping limits with
another train unless? - CORRECT ANSWER: 1. both train are going the same direction
in signaled territory.
2. in non-signaled territory, trains are going the same direction, and must move at
restrict speed.
3. two or more trains are authorized to "work between" two specific points at restricted
speed within the overlapping limits.
4. trains can proceed through the limits of another train with work between, and trains
are moving at restricted speed.
A weather "warning" meCORRECT ANSWER: - CORRECT ANSWER: Severe weather
has been reported or will occur at any time
a weather "Watch/alert" indicates: - CORRECT ANSWER: Where and when severe
weather may occur
,after a train stops at a fusee, what must it do? (5.6) - CORRECT ANSWER: proceed for
one mile at restricted speed from where the fusee was placed.
After receiving restrictions, instructions or reports of unusual conditions, do the
following: - CORRECT ANSWER: 1. if verbally received, repeat the information received
and obtain confirmation that the information is correct
2. verbally notify train that appear to be traversing or about to traverse the restriction
3. After informing close trains, place appropriate restrictive tag(s) to ensure PTC
enforcement
all crew members are responsible from knowing and not exceeding what? - CORRECT
ANSWER: The maximum Authorized speed for their train.
an employee must get _______ before operating a dual control switch by hand. -
CORRECT ANSWER: Permission
an employee requesting track and time must provide: - CORRECT ANSWER: Name
Occupation
Location
At least 24 hours prior to a new timetable goes into effect, notification will be made by
what? - CORRECT ANSWER: General Order
At what speed do trains move in joint track and time? - CORRECT ANSWER: Restricted
speed
At what speed must trains entering or moving with in yard limits? (6.13) - CORRECT
ANSWER: Movement must be made at restricted speed, unless operating under a
signal more favorable than approach.
,before a Form B restriction is used for protection or authority, what must the job briefing
between the EIC and dispatcher contain? - CORRECT ANSWER: 1. what tracks will be
occupied
2. which, if any, of the dual control switches in the limits with be occupied or fouled
3. what position dual control switches must be blocked in
4. what routing restrictions exist for movements within limits
Before giving information concerning trains or train movements to others? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Require them to identify themselves
Before granting permission to pass a stop signal. what must be done? (40.4.4) -
CORRECT ANSWER: 1. verify the crew can see the stop signal
2. block switches
3. apply track blocks beyond effected control point.
Before granting track and time, the control operator must: - CORRECT ANSWER: apply
blocking to the control machine to prevent movement into the limits.
before initiating movement on a main track or controlled siding, a crew member must:
(6.2) - CORRECT ANSWER: Receive track bulletins affecting their movement, or,
determine from the train dispatcher or yardmaster if any track bulletins are needed.
before place restrictive tag, what should you ask a closely approaching train, and who
do you ask? - CORRECT ANSWER: "can you comply", and the Engineer
Block signals, Cab signals, or both govern the use of? - CORRECT ANSWER: Blocks
Can a reverse move be conducted in control points or Manual interlockings? (6.4.1) -
CORRECT ANSWER: only after getting permission from the control operator
, Can a signal be "in time" when advise a crew that protection is provided? - CORRECT
ANSWER: No
can a train dispatcher grant permission for a train to pass a red flag? - CORRECT
ANSWER: No; but a train dispatcher can relay information from the EIC
Can a train follow the switch at either end of the track warrant limits? - CORRECT
ANSWER: No
can employees relay track Bulletins? - CORRECT ANSWER: Yes
can information be relayed when MOW is behind a train? (40.7.3) - CORRECT
ANSWER: No, direct contact must be made between the train and MOW
Can the train procced without stopping past a red flag? (5.4.2) - CORRECT ANSWER:
Yes, only if the EIC Gives permission
can you change or add to a track warrant? - CORRECT ANSWER: No, you issue a new
one.
Can you deviate from safe rules or accepted safe practices? (TDCOM 40.1.1) -
CORRECT ANSWER: No
can you extend a track warrant? - CORRECT ANSWER: No
can you grant a back up movement where MW authorities exist? - CORRECT
ANSWER: Yes, must do a job brief. "Draw line in the sand"
can you issue a track warrant contingent on a condition? - CORRECT ANSWER: No
