4/5/25, 2:22
PM
CSX FREIGHT CONDUCTOR TEST 1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE
Terms in this set (105)
True or False: Employees Must Not 1.) True
1.) Restrict or interfere with the intended 2:) True
functions of any device or equipment 3:) True
2:) Deface or destroy CSX Property 4:) True
3:) Read literature unrelated to work when
on duty
4:) Possess a firearm or other weapon
when on duty, on CSX Property, or when
occupying facilities provided by CSX
unless authorized
At the end of your tour of duty who is The employee to be paid or the employee authorized to make claims for the crew
responsible for claiming pay? or group of workers.
Employees must report to work at the Submit the request to the proper authority and Sufficiently in advance to allow the
designated time and place when called vacancy to be filled
ready to perform service, if you are
unable to work or want time off what
should you do?
Which hand signal is at a right angle to Reduce Speed
the track with slight horizontal
movement?
What hand signal is swing at right angle to Stop
the track?
What hand signal is held at arm's length Release Air Brakes
above the head when equipment is
standing?
Who authorizes a utility employee to The ranking crewmember
work as a member of a train or yard
crew?
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, 4/5/25, 2:22
PM
True or False: You're operating a False
crossover on other than the main track,
signaled track, or siding tracks. You are
allowed to leave the crossover switches
in opposite linings (one in straight the
other in crossover).
What is the normal position of a derailer Derailing position
on all tracks?
Before lining a switch or derail the A) The device is not locked, clamped, spiked, or tagged out of service.
employee must ensure any preceding B) No obstructions will interfere with normal movement of the switch points or
movement has passed the clearance the handle
point and what other items? Select All
That Apply
If a lock is found to be defective or Report the missing lock to the dispatcher
missing what should you do? Select all
that apply Be governed by his/her instructions
You are switching on a yard and throw To make certain the devices is properly lined for intended movements and the
4 switches in the process. After switch points fit properly.
performing this what is the next step
for you?
What is a system of tracks other than main Yard
tracks and sidings and is used for making
up trains, storing cars, and other
purposes?
What is the location near a turnout Clearance Point
beyond which it is unsafe for passage on
an adjacent track and unsafe for an
employee to ride the side of equipment
on the adjacent track?
What is a track connection between two Crossover
adjacent, but not necessarily parallel,
tracks consisting of two switches
whose primary purpose is to allow
crossing from one track to the other?
What is a device consisting of Switch
necessary rails and connections
designed to change the direction of a
movement from the
track on which it is moving to
another track?
What is the distance you should stand 30 feet
from a switch or derail associated with the
route of a passing train?
When crossing tracks with standing cars 1) Cross more than 25 feet from the end of standing cars
in the tracks what must the employee 2) stop and look both ways
do before crossing? Select all that
apply
1) Stop at the bottom step or ladder rung to ensure solid footing
When dismounting from equipment what
before dismounting.
must you do? Select all that apply
2)Ensure a safe area to dismount clear of obstructions
When crossing over a piece of equipment Step on any part of the hand brake, cut lever, angle cock, coupler, or components
utilizing 3 points of contact what must of the cushion underframe.
you not do?
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7
PM
CSX FREIGHT CONDUCTOR TEST 1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE
Terms in this set (105)
True or False: Employees Must Not 1.) True
1.) Restrict or interfere with the intended 2:) True
functions of any device or equipment 3:) True
2:) Deface or destroy CSX Property 4:) True
3:) Read literature unrelated to work when
on duty
4:) Possess a firearm or other weapon
when on duty, on CSX Property, or when
occupying facilities provided by CSX
unless authorized
At the end of your tour of duty who is The employee to be paid or the employee authorized to make claims for the crew
responsible for claiming pay? or group of workers.
Employees must report to work at the Submit the request to the proper authority and Sufficiently in advance to allow the
designated time and place when called vacancy to be filled
ready to perform service, if you are
unable to work or want time off what
should you do?
Which hand signal is at a right angle to Reduce Speed
the track with slight horizontal
movement?
What hand signal is swing at right angle to Stop
the track?
What hand signal is held at arm's length Release Air Brakes
above the head when equipment is
standing?
Who authorizes a utility employee to The ranking crewmember
work as a member of a train or yard
crew?
1/
7
, 4/5/25, 2:22
PM
True or False: You're operating a False
crossover on other than the main track,
signaled track, or siding tracks. You are
allowed to leave the crossover switches
in opposite linings (one in straight the
other in crossover).
What is the normal position of a derailer Derailing position
on all tracks?
Before lining a switch or derail the A) The device is not locked, clamped, spiked, or tagged out of service.
employee must ensure any preceding B) No obstructions will interfere with normal movement of the switch points or
movement has passed the clearance the handle
point and what other items? Select All
That Apply
If a lock is found to be defective or Report the missing lock to the dispatcher
missing what should you do? Select all
that apply Be governed by his/her instructions
You are switching on a yard and throw To make certain the devices is properly lined for intended movements and the
4 switches in the process. After switch points fit properly.
performing this what is the next step
for you?
What is a system of tracks other than main Yard
tracks and sidings and is used for making
up trains, storing cars, and other
purposes?
What is the location near a turnout Clearance Point
beyond which it is unsafe for passage on
an adjacent track and unsafe for an
employee to ride the side of equipment
on the adjacent track?
What is a track connection between two Crossover
adjacent, but not necessarily parallel,
tracks consisting of two switches
whose primary purpose is to allow
crossing from one track to the other?
What is a device consisting of Switch
necessary rails and connections
designed to change the direction of a
movement from the
track on which it is moving to
another track?
What is the distance you should stand 30 feet
from a switch or derail associated with the
route of a passing train?
When crossing tracks with standing cars 1) Cross more than 25 feet from the end of standing cars
in the tracks what must the employee 2) stop and look both ways
do before crossing? Select all that
apply
1) Stop at the bottom step or ladder rung to ensure solid footing
When dismounting from equipment what
before dismounting.
must you do? Select all that apply
2)Ensure a safe area to dismount clear of obstructions
When crossing over a piece of equipment Step on any part of the hand brake, cut lever, angle cock, coupler, or components
utilizing 3 points of contact what must of the cushion underframe.
you not do?
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