Class Quiz Flashcards

(30 cards)

1
Q

How long is a speed restriction notice in effect for?

A

For one week unless superseded by a new speed restriction notice.

Every Monday at 12:01 AM

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2
Q

What is the MAS for a freight train traveling with in yards

A

Restricted speed not to exceed 5 mph

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3
Q

What speed must a train operate at if an aspect of absolute clear, absolute medium clear, or flashing slow approach cannot be displayed at the entrance to a track where rule 410 is in effect? How long will the train proceed at that speed?

A

Proceed at restricted speed to the next interlocking signal

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4
Q

How are general orders and general notices numbered?

A

Consecutively prefix by the number of the current timetable

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5
Q

Where does time apply for train 2701 at N D siding? Note and the siding is a passing siding on the montauk branch

A

At the West switch at ND siding

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6
Q

Describe when the cab signal indicator will supersede a fixed signal

A

After passing a fixed signal and the cab signal indicator is further restricted or more favorable

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7
Q

A train running against the current of traffic is relieved from providing flag protection because a rule 100

true or false

A

True

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8
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In single track 251, extra engine 401 West has a form L to ID the engine number of train 2702 at BH. If the crew fails to ID the engine number, explain all things needed for the extra to come out of the siding? Note BH is a passing siding on the Montauk branch.

A

Verbal clear block.

Clearance card form A

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9
Q

A MU train traveling on main track incurs a speed failure in 410 territory. After getting permission to cut out the speed control, they notice the cab signal indicator and warning device are both operative at what speed may the train proceed

A

Upon receiving an aspect of absolute clear, absolute medium clear, absolute slow clear, or flashing slow approach, proceed in accordance with the signal indication and be governed by the cab signal indicator not exceeding 60 mph # 7

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10
Q

Where two or more main tracks are in-service, they shall be designated by________and their use indicated by________.

A

Number

Special Instructions

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11
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What authority will an extra train need to enter the main track at a hand operated switch in automatic Glock signal system territory? (Be complete)

A

261 (not equipped with electric lock)

-Form L

251 and 261 with electric lock

-Verbal permission from the train dispatcher to the Block Operator

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12
Q

When switching at an interlocking, what is the authority to make a switching move against the current of traffic, without receiving a form L?

A

Verbal permission from the train dispatcher through the block operator under flag protection

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13
Q

What must be done when the prescribed markers become in operative on a train during the day?

A

Substitute with a red flag and red light when passing through tunnels to the rear of the train

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14
Q

What authority would train number 521 need to operate on the C secondary? Note C secondary track is located in zone D territory

A

Verbal permission from the NY AR yardmaster/trainmaster located at fresh Pond

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15
Q

Give the indication for the engine whistle or horn signals
A. 5 short
B. O-O
C. O

A

A. Call inspector
B. Fire or smoke condition exists to be sanded continuously at open interlocking or Block station is radio is in operative
C. Preparatory to starting from a station with a highway crossing is partially occupied by or close ahead of trains

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16
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What is the maximum authorized speed on a secondary track?

A

Restricted speed unless otherwise provided

17
Q

Under what conditions can A train do 60 mph with a speed failure and 410 territory?

A

MU train with a signal of absolute Clear, absolute medium clear, absolute slow clear or flashing still approach with cab signal indicator in warning device operative

18
Q

What is the most restrictive aspect of a distant signal in manual and automatic territory?

A

Automatic- stop and proceed

Manual- caution

19
Q

What is the authority needed for a lite engine to reenter a manual block after having past beyond its limits

A

Proper block authority from the train dispatcher through the block operator

20
Q

What speed much trains whose consist this include freight equipment proceed until they can signal indicator displays an aspect of 70 or better

A

Restricted speed

Note after receiving a cab signal indicator aspect of 70 or better they may proceed at 45 mph

21
Q

How will employees broadcast an emergency over the radio? What must other employees using the radio do when they hear an emergency radio transmission?

A

Say the word emergency three times. Other employees must stop all radio transmissions

22
Q

How can NYAR enter the main track from East Hampton double ended freight if the track is out of service?

A

Permission from the roadway worker in charge and shown or read a copy of the form L

23
Q

What are the procedures for a train entering a speed failure in 409 territory?

A

CPR when unresponsive

24
Q

What is passenger extra 7002 East authority to occupy a secondary track in zone C?

A

Proper signal indication or permission from the train dispatcher do the block operator

25
When would the superior train have to take the siding at a meet?
Stated in the Form L
26
When would a eastward regular train take the siding ?
- Note in the timetable | - stated in the Form L
27
A NYAR train in 409 territory occurs a speed failure. The audible warning device is inoperative at what speed will this train proceed?
Not exceeding 40mph
28
Who are form L's for a train crew addressed to ?
Conductor and Engineer
29
When will the following text to be written in the body of the form L? NO 2708 GETS THIS FORM AT
1. When the superior train is being restricted and the train is at the point of restriction 2. When the superior train is at the meet location when receiving the orders
30
List two exceptions when a train crew is relieved from testing the radio on board the train?
Crew equipment turns with radio and communications redundancy functioning as intended Crew change points at any point where crews change equipment and a Face-to-face verbal exchange of information between crews indicates that the working radios are functioning as intended