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CSX CONDUCTOR WEEK 2 TEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE
Practice questions for this set
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When a signal aspect permits a train to proceed when the condition of the block does
not justify.
Select the correct term
1Improper signal aspect. 2Block signal
3Intermediate signal
Don't know?
Terms in this set (91)
Engine This is a locomotive unit propelled by any form of energy.
This is designed entirely to carry trailers, containers, motor vehicles and or auto
Intermodal Train
frames.
Car shop repair area 1 or more tracks for testing, servicing and repair of rolling equipment.
Siding This is an auxilliary track for meeting and passing trains.
Limited speed Not to exceed 45 miles per hour.
Medium speed Not to exceed 30 miles per hour.
Slow Speed Not to exceed 15 miles per hour.
A speed that will permit stopping within one half the range of vision. It will
Controlled speed also permit stopping short of a train, a car, an obstruction, on track
equipment, or a stop signal.
A speed that will permit stopping within one half the range of vision. It will
Restricted Speed also permit stopping short of a train, a car, an obstruction, on track
equipment, or a stop signal.
Spring switch Equipped to restore to normal position after being trailed through.
Dual Control Switch This is power operated and also equipped for hand operation.
A segment of track designated in special instructions. No more than 10 mph, no
Excepted track
passenger service and no more than 5 hazmat cars.
Block Signal A fixed signal at an entrance of a block to govern train movement.
Block Track section of defined limits.
Signal Aspect. The appearance of a fixed signal.
Signal Indication Information conveyed by the signal aspect.
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When a signal aspect permits a train to proceed when the condition of the block
Improper signal aspect.
does not justify.
Intermediate signal Equipped with a number plate.
Controlled point Where signals are remotely controlled, defined in time tables.
A block signal that is activated either by track circuit or in conjunction with
Automatic Block Signal interlocking or controlled point circuits. This block signal automatically indicates
track condition and block occupancy.
Color light signal Displays aspect by a color of light.
Color position light signal Displays aspect by position of colored lights.
Controlled point Where signals are remotely controlled defined in time tables.
Written or electronically transmitted notice of information and instructions not
System notice
affecting the movement of trains issued by the Operating rules department.
Written or electronically transmitted notice of information and instructions not
General notice
affecting the movement of trains, issued by a division.
A computer generated form issued by the train dispatcher. It contains current
Dispatcher bulletin operating instructions applying to the train addressed. It also contains information
as to the latest system and general bulletins issued.
A computer generated document consisting of some or all of the following:
Tonnage graph, restricted and special handling list, CT-168 report, clearance
CSX train documentation
bureau instructions, train listing and hazardous endorsement, hazardous
special handling instructions, and hazardous materials radio waybill form.
A form used to record specific instructions regarding movements and controlled
EC-1
blocks.
A clearly distinguishable blue flag, blue light, or blue tag by day, or blue light or
Blue Signal blue tag by night. When displayed, it signifies that workmen are on, under or
between equipment.
An employee assigned to a train when the engineer or conductor is not qualified
Pilot
on the segment of track.
Accidents, Defects in track, bridges, What conditions must be reported promptly and by the quickest means to the
signals or highway crossing warning proper authority?
devices, fires on or near the right of way.
Safe course In case of doubt or uncertainty what course must always be taken?
Rules, Special instructions, signal Where may train speeds be authorized?
indications, dispatcher messages or other
means.
Lowest speed When there is a difference in speeds what speed will govern?
Who must take the necessary action to stop the train when the engineer fails or is
Crew members
unable to do so?
A working radio in the occupying Before departing its originating terminal, each train must be equipped with what?
controlling loco motive
Durring switching operations When may short identification be used?
Listen to make sure the channel is not What is the first thing you must do before transmitting by radio?
being used
Each have a written copy, make certain it Before acting on a mandatory directive what must the engineer and conductor
is read and understood by all members of do?
the crew.
Clearly Marked with an "X" and retained Mandatory directives that have been annulled, fulfilled or canceled must what?
for a period of 7 days.
Emergency transmissions What transmissions will have priority over all other transmissions?
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CSX CONDUCTOR WEEK 2 TEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE
Practice questions for this set
Learn 1/7 Study using Learn
When a signal aspect permits a train to proceed when the condition of the block does
not justify.
Select the correct term
1Improper signal aspect. 2Block signal
3Intermediate signal
Don't know?
Terms in this set (91)
Engine This is a locomotive unit propelled by any form of energy.
This is designed entirely to carry trailers, containers, motor vehicles and or auto
Intermodal Train
frames.
Car shop repair area 1 or more tracks for testing, servicing and repair of rolling equipment.
Siding This is an auxilliary track for meeting and passing trains.
Limited speed Not to exceed 45 miles per hour.
Medium speed Not to exceed 30 miles per hour.
Slow Speed Not to exceed 15 miles per hour.
A speed that will permit stopping within one half the range of vision. It will
Controlled speed also permit stopping short of a train, a car, an obstruction, on track
equipment, or a stop signal.
A speed that will permit stopping within one half the range of vision. It will
Restricted Speed also permit stopping short of a train, a car, an obstruction, on track
equipment, or a stop signal.
Spring switch Equipped to restore to normal position after being trailed through.
Dual Control Switch This is power operated and also equipped for hand operation.
A segment of track designated in special instructions. No more than 10 mph, no
Excepted track
passenger service and no more than 5 hazmat cars.
Block Signal A fixed signal at an entrance of a block to govern train movement.
Block Track section of defined limits.
Signal Aspect. The appearance of a fixed signal.
Signal Indication Information conveyed by the signal aspect.
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When a signal aspect permits a train to proceed when the condition of the block
Improper signal aspect.
does not justify.
Intermediate signal Equipped with a number plate.
Controlled point Where signals are remotely controlled, defined in time tables.
A block signal that is activated either by track circuit or in conjunction with
Automatic Block Signal interlocking or controlled point circuits. This block signal automatically indicates
track condition and block occupancy.
Color light signal Displays aspect by a color of light.
Color position light signal Displays aspect by position of colored lights.
Controlled point Where signals are remotely controlled defined in time tables.
Written or electronically transmitted notice of information and instructions not
System notice
affecting the movement of trains issued by the Operating rules department.
Written or electronically transmitted notice of information and instructions not
General notice
affecting the movement of trains, issued by a division.
A computer generated form issued by the train dispatcher. It contains current
Dispatcher bulletin operating instructions applying to the train addressed. It also contains information
as to the latest system and general bulletins issued.
A computer generated document consisting of some or all of the following:
Tonnage graph, restricted and special handling list, CT-168 report, clearance
CSX train documentation
bureau instructions, train listing and hazardous endorsement, hazardous
special handling instructions, and hazardous materials radio waybill form.
A form used to record specific instructions regarding movements and controlled
EC-1
blocks.
A clearly distinguishable blue flag, blue light, or blue tag by day, or blue light or
Blue Signal blue tag by night. When displayed, it signifies that workmen are on, under or
between equipment.
An employee assigned to a train when the engineer or conductor is not qualified
Pilot
on the segment of track.
Accidents, Defects in track, bridges, What conditions must be reported promptly and by the quickest means to the
signals or highway crossing warning proper authority?
devices, fires on or near the right of way.
Safe course In case of doubt or uncertainty what course must always be taken?
Rules, Special instructions, signal Where may train speeds be authorized?
indications, dispatcher messages or other
means.
Lowest speed When there is a difference in speeds what speed will govern?
Who must take the necessary action to stop the train when the engineer fails or is
Crew members
unable to do so?
A working radio in the occupying Before departing its originating terminal, each train must be equipped with what?
controlling loco motive
Durring switching operations When may short identification be used?
Listen to make sure the channel is not What is the first thing you must do before transmitting by radio?
being used
Each have a written copy, make certain it Before acting on a mandatory directive what must the engineer and conductor
is read and understood by all members of do?
the crew.
Clearly Marked with an "X" and retained Mandatory directives that have been annulled, fulfilled or canceled must what?
for a period of 7 days.
Emergency transmissions What transmissions will have priority over all other transmissions?
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