Intro RULES Flashcards
1
Q
D
A
Regular Stop to discharge passengers.
(Train must not depart more than three (3) minutes in advance of scheduled time at D stops)
Passengers will be accepted at all D Stops except the final station.
2
Q
Q
A
Non-revenue passenger carrying train.
Departure / Arrival time for equipment trains,
Employees will not consider these trains to be “Legal Dead Head Trains”
3
Q
T
A
Publicly advertised transfer opportunity in Jamaica between eastbound MU and Diesel passenger trains.
Eastbound Diesel passenger train numbers with the letter “T” displayed in the masthead of an eastbound MU train will be held in Jamaica until the transfer of passengers Is complete, unless verbally authorized to depart by Jamaica Management operations Center (JMOC) or Jamaica Supervision
4
Q
Appendix B
A
Train Evacuation
5
Q
Appendix F
A
Security Protocols
6
Q
What is the sequence of a current Timetable?
A
. Station Pages
. Schedules - Monday to Friday
. Schedules - Saturday, Sunday, & Holiday
. Special Instructions
. Appendix A: General Notices
. Appendix A-1: Bulletin Notice
. Appendix A-2: Ongoing Infrastructure Projects
7
Q
The following are prohibited WHILE PERFORMING SERVICE:
A
. Playing cards or OTHER Games
. Reading material other than Company Publications
. Sleeping or Assuming the position of sleep
. The use of electronic devices not related to their duties, unless authorized by the Company
8
Q
E
A
Regular stop for Employees
9
Q
S
A
Regular Stop
10
Q
Z
A
Seasonal Train
11
Q
______ is of the first importance in the discharge of duty
A
Safety
12
Q
In cases of doubt or uncertainty, the ________ _______ must be taken
A
safe course
13
Q
_______ to the rules is essential to safety
A
Obedience
14
Q
The company requires the _______, _______, and _______ discharge of duty by all employees
A
faithful, intelligent, courteous
15
Q
If in doubt as to the meaning of a rule or special instruction, what must be done?
A
Apply to the proper authority for an explanation
16
Q
_______, _______, and _______ in the timetable supersede any rules with which they conflict
A
Special instructions, Effective General Orders, General Notices
17
Q
Appendix C
A
On Train Announcements
18
Q
Appendix E
A
Protocol for On-Board Medical Emergencies
19
Q
What is required when making ink changes as per General Notice?
A
Number of the General Notice
paragraph that required the change
20
Q
Bulletin Notices take effect during _______
A
every Monday at 5:01 AM
21
Q
how many Bulletin Notices can be in effect?
A
Not more than one
22
Q
When reporting for examination, what must employees present for inspection?
A
Their copy of the current timetable
and/or Rules of the Operating Department
23
Q
All employees, whether on or off duty, are prohibited from ________________________________ on LIRR Property
A
Possessing an open container of an alcoholic beverage
Consuming Alcohol
24
Q
When necessary, employees will be re-examined as directed by the ____________________________
A
General Superintendent - Transportation
25
Employees, on or off duty, uniformed or otherwise, must conduct themselves publicly in such a manner that the company will not be subject to _________ or _________
Criticism
Loss of good will
26
Employees who are _________ **while on duty or on company property** will be subject to dismissal
insubordinate
27
What is *prohibited* **while on duty** or **on company property**?
. Gambling
. Fighting
. Uncivil Behavior
. Illegal, immoral, dishonest, or unauthorized activities
. Possession of weapons or harmful substances
28
Employees are prohibited from **using** _________, _________, or _________ or being under the influence or impaired by the same, **while subject to duty or while on duty**
Alcoholic **Beverages**
Intoxicants
Controlled Substances
29
When can you use a company issued electronic device?
(1) Responding to an emergency involving the operation of the train
(2) Receiving phone and/or text messages from the Service Information Office
(3) Reporting information pertaining to the safe and efficient operation of the train **if radio communication fails**
(4) Performing Roadway Worker Protection. Roadway Workers may utilize company issued cell phones **at locations where radios are inoperative** for purposes identified in their job briefing. Phone communications must not be made while actually performing Watchman/Lookout or other Roadway Worker Protection Duties
(5) Fare Collection
(6) Referencing LIRR issued **Electronic Documents**
(7) Electronic Hours of Service **EXCEPT**
- In preparing your equipment
- While engaged in the movement of your equipment
- When laying up your equipment
30
All employees are prohibited from _______ alcohol while on duty
Possessing
31
All employees are prohibited from using or possessing any controlled substance while on duty or subject to duty unless medically authorized by the
LIRR Physician-In-Charge
32
Employees who are requested to take a ______, ______ , ______ test and refuse will be subject to dismissal
Breath
Blood
**and/or** Urinalysis
33
When items for ________ are issued, they must be worn as prescribed
Personal Safety
34
Employees must wear the prescribed uniform including ______ and ______ while performing service
Hat
Badge
35
Employees who are authorized to **transact business** on or about trains and at stations must be ______, ______, and ______
Courteous Orderly Quiet
36
Employees are responsible for the ________ of the company property in their charge
Protection
37
When must employees expect the movement of trains?
at **Any Time**
on **Any Track**
in **Either Direction**
38
Who are the only persons allowed to ride on engines, in operating cabs of Multiple Unit cars, or on rear platforms **without written authority**?
. Transportation Department Supervisors
. Trainees under the supervision of the Training Department instructors
&
. crew members in the discharge of their duty
39
What must an employee do who is served with a **subpoena**, summons, or other legal process in which the company is or may be interested?
At once notify their **department head**, and be governed by the instructions received
40
________ is required of all employees in their dealings with the public and each other
Courtesy
41
Upon request of a passenger, what must employers provide?
. Identification Number
. Train Number
&
. Other necessary information
42
Crew members of a delayed train must inform passengers of the ________ and ________ of the delay
Cause Duration
43
If a train is stopped for **three** minutes, how often must announcements be made?
Additional announcements must be made **every three minutes**
and **every ten minutes** when possible, a designated crewmember **MUST walk through the train and personally repeat the announcements**, in case the train’s public address (PA) system is not working
44
All employees must have **at least _____ hours rest between shifts**
8
45
All employees **engaged or connected with the movement of a train** may not be permitted to work in excess of
12 hours
46
After working **12 consecutive hours**, an employee must have at least _______________________________ before being permitted to return to work
10 **consecutive hours** off duty
47
Type 1 Assignment
Report is **no earlier than 4:00AM** and **release is no later than 12:00AM**
48
Rest requirements of a Type 1 Assignment
2 **Calendar Days** off within a 14 Day Cycle
49
What must a crewmember do when on duty for more than 10 hours?
The crewmember must notify the **Movement Bureau** and
be governed by their instructions *relative to a deadhead vehicle*.
If crewmembers do not receive immediate instructions, the Movement Bureau must be contacted at 30 minute intervals.
50
Type 1 Assignment rest requirements (in-depth)
If an employee reaches the end of a consecutive 14-day period and has not received at least 2 calendar days without performing **covered** service, the employee *MUST NOT* perform any service for the railroad for two consecutive calendar days before performing **covered service** again
In this instance, although the employee *can perform non-covered service* at the behest of the company on Days 15 and 16, these days will NOT count as rest. The employee therefore would still need an additional two days of not performing ANY service at the behest of the company
51
Type 2 Assignment
Report Time is **anytime between 8:01PM and 3:59AM**
52
Rest Requirements of a Type 2 Assignment
**24 consecutive hours** off in a six day cycle
53
Type 2 Assignment
rest requirements change
Any Type 1 employee whose assignment inadvertently finishes after 12:00AM
, must notify **crew management** ***immediately*** of their new off duty time because their rest requirements have now changed
54
Type 2 Assignment more in-depth
Employees working one or more Type 2 assignments during a period of six consecutive calendar days must have at least 24 **consecutive** hours off duty before returning to **covered** service
If an employee has worked 6 consecutive days and has worked at least one Type 2 Assignment in that period, that employee must receive 24 hours off without performing ANY service before performing covered service again
55
What form must be completed for all accidents?
A **non-employee Accident Report Form** (AR-NE)
56
Emergency Calls preference
Emergency Calls will have preference over all communications EXCEPT **Form L Transmissions** or **emergency calls concerning power**
inform Movement Bureau by telephone or radio
57
What are Train Dispatchers in charge of?
all movements on main tracks, secondary tracks, and sidings
58
*for less serious injury*
Where should the call be made to the Movement Bureau?
if the injury is of a less serious nature,
Notification to the **Movement Bureau** should be made **from the first convenient point where delay to the train will not be incurred**
The report must be made **not later than the conclusion of the tour** of duty on which the injury occurred
59
What should employees do when they change their telephone number or place of residence?
Give immediate **verbal** and **written** notice to the **proper authority**
60
What time will apply?
**Eastern standard time** will apply
61
After setting time for Daylight Savings Time, what must employees do?
Compare their watches with a **standard** clock or **secure time** from the Train Dispatcher
62
Employees **connected with the movement of trains** must use a _____ _____
Reliable watch
63
What must employees who do not have a standard time do?
1) compare with a **standard clock**
2) compare watch with other employees who have a standard time
3) 2 second tone broadcast every hour on the hour via radio channel 2
4) contact the Block Operator
64
When will job briefings be considered completed?
When all employees involved **confirm their understanding** about the information covered
65
What happens to a train of the preceding timetable?
It loses both **right** and **schedule** Thereafter, it may only proceed as provided by Rule 97 (extra train)
66
How long are timetables in effect?
Timetables are in effect until **superseded by the next timetable**
67
When do **schedules** of the new timetable take effect?
At the **leaving time and date** from their **initial station**
68
How long are timetable schedules in effect?
**Unless fulfilled**, 12 hours after their time at each station
69
How will a train more than 12 hours behind their scheduled arrival time at any station proceed?
The train will **proceed only as provided by Rule 97 (extra train)**
70
How are scheduled **meeting times** indicated in the timetable?
By **figures** in **full-faced type**
71
How are scheduled **meets** indicated in the timetable?
Scheduled meeting times are indicated by figures in full-faced type. The number of trains to be met are shown in small figures, **adjoining in brackets**
* start answering with definition of *scheduled meeting time*
72
Where one time is given, what does it indicate?
**UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED**, the leaving time
73
Where two times are given for a train at any station, what do they indicate?
The arriving and leaving times
74
All train and Engine service employees must be in possession of a ______ _______ for use in **passing signals**
white light
75
______ of the prescribed color must be used by **day** and ______ of the prescribed color by **night**
Flags
Lights
76
Red
Stop **and for other uses as prescribed by the rules**
77
Yellow
As prescribed by the rules
78
Green
Proceed **and for other uses as prescribed by the rules**
79
Blue
See Rule 26 **and for other uses as prescribed by the rules**
80
White
As prescribed by the rules
81
Amber
Train marker light **and for other uses as prescribed by the rules**
82
Where must a hand, flag, and lamp signal be given from?
From a point where they can be **plainly seen** and in a manner that can be **clearly understood and given sufficiently in advance to permit compliance**
83
What must be done if there is any **doubt** concerning the meaning of a signal?
The movement must be stopped
84
How must the engine whistle or horn be conveyed?
It should be **distinct** with **intensity** and **duration** *proportionate to the distance* the signal is to be conveyed
85
The unnecessary use of the engine whistle or horn is ________
Prohibited
86
Where must a train traveling greater than 60 mph sound the engine whistle or horn?
At the whistle post
87
If traveling 60 mph or less, where must the engine whistle or horn be sounded?
At least 15 but not more than 20 seconds before occupying the crossing. This may require sounding the engine whistle *beyond* the whistle post
88
When can a train start?
**Only** after the **proper signal** has been given
89
List the communication appliances on a train (between cars of train & the engine)
**Electrical buzzer**
**Radio communications**
**PA System**
90
How make a train proceed in the event of the **communicating signal** becoming **inoperative**?
only after a **proper understanding** has been reached between the Conductor and Engineer **as to how the train will be operated**
91
When must the headlights / auxiliary lights be **extinguished**?
When a train **turns out** to meet another train
**and**
**is stopped clear of the main track**
92
When must the headlights be **dimmed**?
**(a)** While standing or passing through *yards where other engines are working*
**(b)** When approaching stations, at which **stops are to be made** or at which other trains are receiving or discharging passengers
**(c)** When approaching a station where From L’s are to be received or when on a Main Track at a meeting point
**(d)** When approaching fixed signals, if the view of the fixed signal is thereby improved
**(e)** On two or more tracks, when approaching a train in the opposite direction
93
When must the headlights / auxiliary **NEVER be dimmed**?
When approaching **or** passing over public crossings at grade
94
What must be done if the **headlights fail** en-route?
**(1)** The Movement Bureau is notified as soon as **practical**
**(2)** A white light is substituted in place of the headlight
**(3)** The engine whistle or horn is sounded frequently
**(4)** If equipped, the engine bell is rung continuously
**(5)** Where necessary, the train’s speed is reduced
95
The **auxiliary lights** may be **dimmed** when
the headlight is dimmed
96
The lead locomotive of trains that operate over public crossings at speeds **greater than 20 MPH** must have at least
one operable **auxiliary light**
97
At what speed can a train with only **one operable auxiliary light** go when operating over public crossings at grade?
It may continue at MAS
98
If only **one** auxiliary light has failed after departure from a Terminal, when must it be repaired?
as soon as possible, but not later than the next **calendar day inspection**
99
When must the **auxiliary** lights (both) that have failed be repaired?
No later than the next **calendar day inspection** or the nearest **forward point** where repairs can be made
100
If **both auxiliary** lights fail after departure from an initial Terminal, how fast can the train operate over public crossings at grade?
**must not exceed** 20 MPH
101
Where are the **headlights** to be displayed on **Yard engines**?
To the front and rear **at all times**
102
What signals must be displayed on the rear of the train at all times?
(1) A **fixed electric MARKER illuminated** to show **red** on *each side* of the rear of the train
(2) An **electric FLASHER illuminated** to show **amber** to the rear of the train
103
What will be done if the **markers** have **failed** en-route?
A **red flag by day** or **red light by night** must be displayed to the rear of the train
and
if **traveling through tunnels**, a **red light** must be displayed
*tunnels must ALWAYS be said
104
Who is responsible to know that the **markers** are displayed
The conductor
105
What must all **lamps** used by train crews be equipped with?
A red bulb
106
Who is the General Superintendent - Transportation?
Vincent S. Campassano
107
What is a **Blue Signal**?
a **blue flag**, **blue light**, or **blue tag** by DAY
or
a **blue light** or **illuminated blue tag** by NIGHT
108
What do Blue Signals **SIGNIFY**?
workmen are **on**, **under**, *or* **between** rolling equipment
109
When **DISPLAYED**, what does a blue signal **signify**?
Workmen are **on**, **under**, *or* **between** rolling equipment
(1) The equipment must not be **coupled to** or moved
(2) Other equipment must not be placed on the same track so as to reduce or block the view of a blue signal
(3) Rolling equipment must not pass a blue signal
110
Who may remove a blue signal?
only the same craft or group that displayed them
111
Where must a **blue signal** be displayed on a **Main Track**?
at **each end** of the equipment
and
**attached to the controlling locomotive**
112
if the rolling equipment to be protected **includes locomotives**, where must a **blue signal** be displayed?
* for both Main Track & track other than a Main Track
Attached to the *controlling locomotive* at a location where it is **readily visible** to the engineer or operator **at the controls** of that locomotive
113
Where must a **blue signal** be displayed on **a track other than the main track**?
At or near each **manually operated switch providing access** to that track
and
**attached to the controlling locomotive**
114
When workmen are on, under, or between rolling equipment on a **track other than a Main Track**
Each manually operated switch providing access *to the track on which the equipment is located* **must be lined against movement to that track and locked with an effective locking device**
115
What is the speed/MAS in **Maintenance of Equipment service areas**
Restricted Speed not exceeding 5 MPH
116
Where will the **blue signal** be located on **MU equipment**?
It will be *displayed on* the **east and west end master controllers**
The blue ID tags must be clearly distinguishable **at all times** and illuminated at night
117
Where will **blue signals** be located on **DE/DM locomotives**?
It will be *affixed to* the **East and West end Automatic Brake Valves, IF APPLICABLE**.
The blue ID Tags must be clearly distinguishable **at all times** and illuminated at night
118
Most Restrictive Aspects
* Home Signal: **STOP Signal**
* Automatic Block Signals: **Stop and Proceed**
* Distant Signal in Manual Block Territory: **Caution**
* Non-Controlled Home Signals on the Grand Central Branch: **STOP Signal**
119
In *Zone A (Amtrak)*, a train **must not pass a Stop-Signal** without verbal permission from the Console Operator PSCC
120
** To be said after every answer related to 27a (Imperfect Signals)
THE CONDITION MUST BE REPORTED TO THE TRAIN DISPATCHER OR BLOCK OPERATOR **AS SOON AS PRACTICAL**,
WITHOUT CAUSING DELAY TO THE TRAIN
121
In the absence of a (perfect) signal, the signal must be regarded as **displaying the most restrictive aspect** that can be given by that signal
122
If there are **INSUFFICIENT LIGHTS** to conform with an aspect, but the aspect can be **positively determined**, the indication of that aspect will govern
“I would regard this signal as displaying Approach, because I **can positively determine the aspect to be** an Approach”
I would then report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical without causing delay to the train
123
If it can POSITIVELY DETERMINED that the aspect is **more favorable than Stop-and-Proceed**, trains may proceed as though a **Restricting** Signal were displayed.
“I would regard this signal as a RESTRICTING
because although the aspect cannot be positively determined,
it can be positively determined to be **more favorable than Stop-and-Proceed**
I would then report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical, without causing delay to the train”
124
If there are insufficient lights to conform with an aspect on a **Reduced Aspect Signal**
but it can be positively determined that the **aspect is more favorable than STOP**,
trains may proceed as though a RESTRICTING PROCEED signal were displayed
125
Using the *Most Restrictive Aspect* when determining an Imperfect Signal
“I would regard this signal as displaying a Stop-Signal because
the aspect cannot be positively determined and it **cannot be positively determined to be better than Stop-and-Proceed**
It must be regarded as a Stop-Signal because it is a **Home Signal**, and **the most restrictive aspect of a Home Signal is Stop-Signal**
I would then report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical, without causing delay to the train”
126
If **TOO MANY LIGHTS** are illuminated on a fixed signal, it must be regarded as displaying the **Most Restrictive Aspect** that can be displayed by that signal
“I would regard this signal as Stop-and-Proceed, because **TOO MANY LIGHTS are illuminated and must be regarded as it’s MOST RESTRICTIVE ASPECT**
**Because this is** an Automatic Block Signal, **it’s most restrictive aspect is** Stop-and-Proceed
I would then report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical, without causing delay to the train”
127
If a train is stopped by a Home or Interlocking signal, what must the conductor or engineer do?
The conductor or engineer must **immediately** ascertain the cause
128
How may a train **pass a stop-signal**?
In Zone **C**: Rule 241 or Form L authority
In Zone **A**: A verbal permission from the Console Operator at PSCC
129
When equipped, when must the **Engine Bell** be sounded?
(1) When the engine is about to move, except during a continuous switching movement
(2) When approaching **and** passing public crossings at grade
(3) When approaching locations where roadway workers are at work **on or near** track, bridges, or other structures
(4) When passing trains on an adjacent track
(5) When necessary to prevent accidents
The **Unnecessary** use of the Engine Bell is **prohibited**
*Say all 5
130
When must the **Engine Whistle** or **horn** be sounded?
at all places required by rule, special instruction, or law.
It must be sounded at all whistle posts, *standard or portable*, unless otherwise provided,
and when necessary to **prevent accidents**.
131
At specified locations, the Engineer may sound **one short blast** of the *engine whistle or horn* before
starting from a station where a **Highway crossing is partially occupied by or close ahead of trains**
132
What will Utility Assistant Conductors use to pass signals when handling yard switches?
Yellow **flags by Day** and
Yellow **nights by Light**
133
What is a continuous blast of the engine whistle or horn?
an emergency signal for all crewmembers to apply air and hand brakes on the train
134
If a train has **passed a distant signal and stops for any reason**,
*including a stop at a passenger station*
or
*reduces its speed to less than 10 MPH*,
the train must:
(1) Approach the next HOME SIGNAL prepared to stop
**and**
(2) Not exceed 30 MPH unless the train’s speed is further restricted
135
*If YOUR TRAIN becomes disabled*
What signals will be used by employees for Flagging Duties?
Day: **Red flag** and minimum of 5 fusees
Night: **White light** and minimum of 5 fusees
136
Who is responsible for knowing they are equipped with the necessary train signal appliances before leaving a terminal and en-route?
Conductors, Engineers, **and** Assistant Conductors
137
Where must red flags & fusees be kept in?
* MU Trains
* Diesel Engines
* and other On track Equipment
138
The following signals will be used by employees performing **flagging duties for outside contractors**
1) **Approved** Hard Hat
2) Company issued **High Visibility Apparel**
3) Red Flag & Fusees - minimum of 5 required
4) White Light
5) Whistle
139
Where will **Permanent Speed Restriction Signs** be located?
Located at a proper braking distance
from the pointS of restriction
to permit the required speed reduction to be made
140
Unless otherwise provided, where will **Temporary** Speed Signs be placed? (In relation to the track to which they apply)
to the RIGHT of the track to which they apply
141
Where will **TEMPORARY ADVANCE Speed-Limit** signs be located?
Located at a proper braking distance
from the point of restriction
to permit the required speed reduction to be made
142
When may a train increase its speed after passing through a temporary speed restriction territory?
After the *rear* of the train has **Passed the Temporary Resume Speed Sign**
143
How will **Temporary** Speed signs be placed into service?
(1) General Notice
(2) Bulletin Notice
(3) Temporary Speed Restriction Bulletin
(4) Form L
(5) Speed Restriction Form
144
How are **General ORDERS** and **General NOTICES** issued?
By the authority and Over The Signature of the General Superintendent - Transportation
145
How are **General NOTICES** and **General ORDERS** numbered?
Consecutively, **prefixed** by the
NUMBER OF THE CURRENT TIMETABLE
146
How are **BULLETIN Notices** numbered?
Consecutively, **prefixed** by the
last two digits of the current year
147
Zone A
Amtrak N.E. CORRIDOR -
New York Division, A to Harold Interlocking including **All tracks in Penn Station** and Lines 1, 2, 3, and 4
Arch Street Access
148
Zone C
LIRR - Entire System including West Side Yard
149
Zone D
NYAR Jurisdiction -
NYAR Secondary Number 1 and Number 2 track
“C” Secondary Track
150
How are new rules, annulments, and changes in rules made effective?
General ORDERS
and
General NOTICES
151
When reporting for duty, Employees must examine the _______ _______
Bulletin Board
152
Where effective General Orders, General Notices, and/or Bulletin Notices are **not posted**, employees must do what?
They must contact the Block Operator, who will contact the Train Dispatcher.
The *Train Dispatcher* will update the employee on all that information via Form L.
The employee must then receive copies of that information at the **first convenient point**
153
In what time frame must an employee who has not made a **trip in service** requalify on the physical characteristics over any portion of the railroad?
Zone C = 36 months
Zone A = 12 months
154
What action must be taken when a car or engine is found to be in **a condition that might interfere with the safe movement of a train**?
The Conductor or Engineer
must **immediately** notify the MOVEMENT BUREAU
155
When crews **rerail** cars or engines, what must they do?
Inspect them for **bent axles** or other defects
156
What must be done if a defect is found?
The equipment must be **set out** and the **Movement Bureau notified**
157
If any cracks are found on the _____, _____, _____, and _____, the car must be set out
. Flange
. Tread
. Plate
. Hub
158
Trains must be notified and stopped if observed with the following defects:
Hot Journal
Smoking Tractor Motor
Sliding Wheel
Broken Wheel
Sticking Brake
Swinging car door
Open plug door
Defective truck
Equipment dragging
Lading shifted over the side or end of car
159
Restricted Speed (RS)
When a train is required to move at Restricted Speed, the movement must be controlled at a speed not exceeding 15 mph and in a mode of operation prepared to stop within one-half the range of vision short of:
* Any signal requiring a stop
* Another train
* Any obstruction
* Derail set in the derailing position
* Switch improperly lined
* Broken rail or highway warning device malfunctioning
* Other on track equipment
160
When **may** a train **leave early** in advance of its scheduled leaving time?
*On* ***TWO OR MORE TRACKS*** *where **Rule 251** is in effect, or where **Rule 261** is in effect:*
(1) At passenger stations with **verbal permission from a representative of the General Superintendent - Transportation**
(2) At D Stops, by not more than 3 minutes in advance of schedule leaving time
(3) At stations not scheduled to receive passengers
161
When must a train ***NOT* leave early in advance** of its scheduled leaving time
**Single track** where **Rule 251** is in effect
162
How are **Regular Trains** *d*esignated in Form L & other forms?
both Engine Number & Schedule
163
How are **Extra Trains** *d*esignated in Form L & other forms?
both Engine Number & direction
164
How are *Extra Trains* / *Regular Trains* **i*dentified***?
by Leading Engine Number
165
**How** will a train crew keep passengers informed of a **delay** on board a train?
**Cause** and **Duration** of delay
Additional announcements must be made **every three minutes**
and **every ten minutes** when possible, a designated crewmember **MUST walk through the train and personally repeat the announcements**, in case the train’s public address (PA) system is not working
166
What does an EXTRA Train in **Single Track with Rule 251** in effect , need to proceed?
Form L Authority , except within Yard Limits
167
What gives you authority to operate as an EXTRA Train on **TWO or More Tracks with Rule 251** in effect?
or
What gives you authority to operate as an EXTRA Train where **Rule 261** is in effect?
proper signal indication or
permission from the Block Operator
168
Where will *time apply* on **Single Track where Rule 251** is in effect?
**UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED**,
time will apply **at the first switch where an opposing train clears**.
When there is *no switch*, time will apply at the **station**
169
Where will time apply on **TWO or More Tracks where Rule 251** is in effect?
or
Where will time apply where **Rule 261** is in effect?
time will apply at the station
170
On **Single Track where Rule 251** is in effect, where will **Inferior Trains** clear?
**UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED**,
at the first switch where an opposing train clears. If there is no switch, at the station by **not less than 5 minutes unless otherwise provided by Form L**
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By what time must an **inferior train** clear the time & block?
Not less than 5 minutes, unless provided by Form L
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When an **Inferior Train** is unable to clear the MAIN TRACK on **Single track where Rule 251 is in effect**, what must a crewmember do?
They must protect the **head end** as provided by Rule 99
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What are the *minimum distances* when providing **FLAG PROTECTION**
Manual Block: 1200 feet
Automatic Block: 500 feet
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How far must a (you/Flagman) go back in **Manual Block territory** to protect your train?
*Minimum* of 1200 feet
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What must be taken into consideration when providing **flag protection** for your train?
* Grade
* curvature of track
* weather conditions
* sight distance
* and other conditions which would affect **how protection must be given**
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When may Flagman return to the train?
When **recalled** & safety to the train permits
and upon leaving behind a lighted fusee
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ALL Crewmembers are responsible for the __________ of their train
Protection
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If a Train finds a fusee burning on or near a track,
* **ALWAYS SAY THESE AT THE END OF YOUR ANSWERS** *
**If a fusee is found on **or** near a track,
the condition must be reported to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical without causing delay to the train**
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What must a train do if it finds a fusee burning on **or** near its track in **Single Track** territory?
1) Stop
2) Extinguish the fusee
3) Proceed at Restricted Speed
4) Report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical with causing the delay to the train
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What must a train do if it finds a fusee burning on **its own track** in **Multiple Track** territory?
1) Stop
2) Extinguish the fusee
3) Proceed at Restricted Speed
4) Report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical with causing the delay to the train
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What must a train do if it finds a fusee burning **near / adjacent to its track** in **Multiple Track** territory?
1) Stop
2) Proceed at Restricted Speed
3) Report the condition to the Train Dispatcher or Block Operator as soon as practical without causing Delay to the train
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* Treating fusees like a Stop-and-Proceed
After encountering a fusee, trains will operate at Restricted Speed the minimum distance according to that territory (500 feet for Automatic Block, 1200 feet for Manual Block)
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Where must fusees not be placed?
1)
2)
3)
4)
1) Bridges
2) Trestles
3) between the East Portals of the **East River Tunnels**
4) A
unless necessary to prevent an accident
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After encountering a fusee, how long/far will the Train Proceed at Restricted Speed?
if in Manual Block = 1200 feet
if in Automatic Block = 500 feet
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Rule 100 *relieves you from doing flag protection on*
Main Track, Same Track, Following Movements
these three are when you’re protected
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True or False: Rule 100 relieves you from providing flag protection on a Secondary Track
FALSE
Rule 100 relieves you from doing flag protection on a **Main Track** (not Secondary)
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True or False.
As per Rule 100, you are protected from Following Movements on the *Same* track
TRUE
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When must you do Flagging as an exception to Rule 100?
on a **Manual Block** for *Following Movements* when:
a Disabled Train is awaiting the arrival of an assisting train
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What must be done if
emergency brakes are pulled
or
a train stops or becomes disabled under **Unusual circumstances**?
Adjacent tracks, as well as **tracks of other railroads which are liable to be obstructed**, must be protected *immediately* in **BOTH directions** until it is ascertained that they are safe and clear for the movement of trains.
An **immediate radio transmission** must be made to the **Block Operator** and to other trains operating in the area.
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**Less than 12** hours = 8 hours rest
**More than 12** hours = 10 hours rest
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What must be held between the Conductor & Engineer before a move is made with
* The Engineer not on the leading end?
or
* pushing and shoving moves?
A **Job Briefing** must be held
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When doing a Job Briefing for
* When Engineer not on the leading end
* Pushing & Shoving moves
What must be included in the Job Briefing?
(1) The **Mode of Communication** to be used to control the movement of the train between the Engineer & **Qualified employee** controlling the move
(2) The physical characteristics to be encountered
(3) Sequence and type of signal(s), when possible
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When cars are **pushed**, a crew member must take a *conspicuous position* on the LEADING CAR to determine that ______________________
**the track in front of them is *clear***
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When a hand sign cannot be passed directly or relayed to the Engineer, the movement must be stopped unless a ________________ **or** _____________ is being used
. Back-up **valve**
. Back up **hose**
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When movements are made against a **fixed obstruction**, QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES must instruct the Engineer to make a _______ _______
Safety Stop
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How far from the fixed obstruction must a **Safety Stop** be made?
How fast may the train move after a Safety Stop has been made?
**Two Car lengths** from the fixed obstruction
Not exceeding 2 miles per hour
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Where must train cars be left ***on tracks adjacent to Public Crossings*** at grade?
As far from the crossing as conditions permit
AND
at least 100 feet from the crossing, whenever possible
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What must be done when encountering a sign that reads **”STOP-TANK CAR CONNECTED”**?
Cars must not be coupled to or moved.
Other cars must not be placed on the same track so as to **obstruct the view** of the sign without first notifying the person who placed the sign.
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After being used, **switches** must be ________ and _________
lined and locked
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Rule 104a
when operating a switch equipped with a keeper, the switch lever must be latched & secured to prevent unintentional movement
It must be latched so that the switch cannot be thrown until the **keeper** is intentionally released
When is switch is equipped with an **S-hook**, the **hook must be secured in the stand** after throwing the switch and not in use .
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When are conductors **not responsible** for a switch that they are utilizing?
When at a location where a Utility Assistant Conductor is stationed
or
when left in charge of a crewmember of the following train
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How must the switches of a **Crossover** be lined before making a movement over the crossover?
In **corresponding** positions
(Both switches have to be lined the same way)
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What does a crosstie painted yellow indicate?
The fouling point of the track **where the tie is located on**
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When **reporting clear of a Main Track**, what must the report include?
The ***Main Track switch*** has been **lined normal & locked**
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What is the normal position of a Main Track *switch*?
Lined for the Main Track
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How must you approach switches where a Utility Assistant Conductor is stationed?
UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED, at **Restricted Speed**
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How are spring switches identified?
A white disc with the letters SS in black
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In a Spring Switch, what does green in both directions indicate?
**Switch points** are in the *normal* position
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On Spring Switches, what does red in both directions indicate?
**Switch points** are in the *reverse* position or not properly lined
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When would you have to line an Automatic Safety Switch for trailing point movements?
(1) During periods of snow and/or ice
(2) **Stopped** before all the wheels of an engine or car have passed through the switch & before a reverse movement
(3) Utilizing a Crossover
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Under what circumstances may trains be allowed to operate through standing water?
In an emergency & when authorized by the General Superintendent - Transportation,
Movements may be made through water when its depth **does not exceed** 2 inches above the top of the rail, and the train’s speed **must not exceed** 2 miles per hour
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When operating on a *Secondary Track* or *siding*, how fast may a train go?
**Restricted Speed**, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED
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What is your authority to operate on a Secondary Track?
UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED by Timetable Special Instruction,
permission from the Block Operator,
or Signal Indication
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Trains using a *Secondary track* or *siding* will not protect against **following** movements, unless otherwise provided
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How may trains operate *against* the Current of Traffic?
UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED,
they must be authorized by **Form L**
and
comply with ***timetable speed restrictions*** and ***special instructions***
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When a train crosses over to, or obstructs another track,
**it must be protected** as prescribed by Rule 99, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED
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Movement on **tracks other than MAIN Tracks** must be made at what speed?
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, Restricted Speed
218
Key = Gates UP
Knife = Gates DOWN
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When switching at an interlocking, when can movements be made **against the Current of Traffic** beyond interlocking limits?
with permission from the Block Operator at Restricted speed
and
under flag protection
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*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
________________________
All movements within interlocking limits stop immediately
221
*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
OO
Resume normal movement after receiving the proper signal or permission from the Block Operator
222
*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
OOO
Whistle or horn test
223
*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
OOOO
call signal maintainer
224
*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
OOOOO
call electric traction employee
225
*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
OOOOOO
call maintenance of way employee
226
*within an interlocking & Towers blast this*
OOOOOOO
call drill crew
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Radio Channel 1
Train to fixed location
228
Radio Channel 2
Movement Bureau / Train Dispatchers
229
Radio Channel 3
Train to fixed location / yard and freight operations (Except Ronkonkoma & Babylon Yards)
230
Radio Channel 4
Maintenance of Equipment, Intra-Train, Babylon & Ronkonkoma Yards
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What are the exceptions to testing the radio:
(1) Crew Equipment turns
(2) Crew Change Point: A face to face verbal exchange that the working radio & communications redundancy are functioning as intended
232
_______________ repeated 3 times will obtain the use of radio channels to report conditions endangering train movements
EMERGENCY
233
What does Code BRAVO mandate?
(1) No trains will leave a terminal or enter a tunnel
(2) All en-route trains will stop at the next passenger station. ANNOUNCEMENT MUST BE MADE
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What to announce to passengers during a Code BRAVO:
“Ladies and gentlemen, as a **security precaution**, *all* trains have been **directed** to stop.
I will update you as soon as I receive further instructions”
235
______________ are essential to maintaining order
Announcements
236
How should a transmission that was not fully understood be treated?
As though it was not sent
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Communication Safety Stations in the East River Tunnels
blue lights
located on the tunnel walls at intervals **not exceeding 400 feet** staggered on each side of the tunnel
238
Communication Safety Stations in Grand Central
blue lights
located on the tunnels at intervals **not exceeding 1/10th** of a mile in length on the bench wall side of each tunnel
239
Communication Safety Stations in the Atlantic & Flatbush Tunnels
blue lights
installed on the bench walls **North of No. 1 Track** and **South of No. 2 Track**.
Spaced **1,500 feet** apart
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Radio: “ROGER”
To signify that the message was received and understood
241
Radio: “OVER”
To indicate to the receiving employee that the transmission is *ended*.
Response is expected
242
Radio: “OUT”
To indicate to the receiving employe that the transmission is *complete*
No response expected
243
After a train has received a Form L, what must be done?
The Conductor or Engineer must inform **ALL crewmembers** of the information contained in the body of the form
244
* No information may be given by radio about the **aspect** displayed by a FIXED Signal
* UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED, radio communication may not be used to convey instructions that would have the effect of overriding the indication of a fixed signal
245
What must be done if **communication has been lost**?
the train’s movement must be stopped **Immediately**
246
Announcements Pulling Into a station & Pulling Out of a station:
**Pull In:**
(1) Name of the station
(2) Train time
(3) Destination
**Pull Out:**
(1) Next station
(2) Transfer information
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Who do **Conductors & Train Crewmembers** report to?
The General Superintendent - Transportation
248
True or False.
The **Conductor** has general charge of the train
True
249
Who do train **crewmembers** report to (REPORTING FOR DUTY)?
The conductor
* since conductor is not mentioned in the question. Asking for train crew members only.
250
Who do Utility Assistant Conductors report to?
The General Superintendent - Transportation
251
Utility Assistant Conductors must **obey the instructions of**:
1)
2)
Transportation Department Supervisors
and
Yardmasters
252
What must be included in your announcements from ***initial terminals* & at *transfer points***?
The **cars** that will platform at stations where the whole train does not fit on the platform
253
What must be observed before opening the doors at short platforms?
The conditions in both directions outside of the train to **confirm that the train is fully platformed**
254
At **what location must the doors be operated from**, at (short platform)?
From where the **toggle** is utilized, to zone off cars
255
What must be **communicated to the Conductor before** operating the doors at a short platform?
“ the toggle is in the OFF position”
256
What must NOT be used to zone off cars at a short platform?
The buttons on the **door control panel**
(instead, the toggle must be used on short platforms)
257
**Before closing the doors**, what must the crewmember operating the doors receive?
A **proper** hand signal
258
When may a crewmember give the Engineer the signal to proceed?
After receiving the indication that all doors are closed & to the extent practicable, they have observed that **all side doors are clear of obstructions**
259
After closing the doors & giving the signal to proceed, what must a crewmember operating the doors do?
Have their head out the window **observing conditions in both directions**, until the location where the doors have been operated from **clears the platform** or until conditions safely permit
260
When doors open off the platform, who must be contacted prior to moving the train?
* The Movement Bureau,
* the NY Stationmaster (when in Penn Station)
* the GCT Stationmaster (when in Grand Central Terminal)
*basically, self-reporting yourself. Do it!
261
*when leaving*
The doors on the Engineer’s side will close last **when there are platforms on both sides**
262
**After closing the doors** (at short platform), the toggle must be at the _________ position
THROUGH
263
How will **Permanent** Speed Restriction signs be placed into service?
General Notice **OR** General Order
264
If the **Engineer fails to control the speed of the train**, the crewmembers must:
Stop the movement **to ensure safety**
265
When approaching **Grand Central** or **Penn Station**, where must a crew member be positioned?
Second rear car of the train
this crewmember must confirm to the **Conductor** that
the **rear of the train is properly platformed** *before the doors are opened*
266
What is the procedure for **cutting out** the doors? (testing doors)
The malfunctioning door must be **cut out electrically** & *manually locked*.
On M3 equipment, both door leaves must be cut out electrically & manually locked
267
Train service employees must close any ________ _________ found in the open position
end doors
268
How many handbrakes must be applied when laying up your train?
**UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED**,
a minimum of two handbrakes **on each end**
269
How many handbrakes will be applied when laying up your train in
Penn Station/
Grand Central/
Atlantic Terminal
ONE handbrake on the **East End**
270
Train crews **cannot be relieved from applying handbrakes** by the Yardmaster or M of E personnel, under any circumstance
271
When an *Automatic Safety Switch* has an **S-Hook**, the **hook must be secured in the stand**
after throwing the switch
272
How many handbrakes for Freight Train if its **less than 1,999** tons?
Minimum of 2 handbrakes on each end
273
How many handbrakes for Freight Train if its **2,000 - 2,999** tons?
5 handbrakes
274
How many handbrakes for Freight Train if its **3,000 - 3,999** tons?
7 handbrakes
275
How many handbrakes for Freight Train if its **4,000 - 4,999** tons?
8 handbrakes
276
How many handbrakes for Freight Train if its **5,000 - 5,999** tons?
9 handbrakes
277
Before approaching final terminal:
- Walk through train, check bathroom
If passenger remains, contact:
1)
2)
3)
4)
1) Controlling tower
2) Yardmaster (if applicable)
3) Transportation Supervision
4) and/or Movement Bureau
278
True or False: Crew are relieved from complying with Rules 99 and 152 **within interlocking limits**
True
279
What is the ***procedure*** for making a **CROSSOVER MOVEMENT**?
**BEFORE making a movement over a Crossover**, the switch points must be *lined* in corresponding positions
**AFTER making the movement over a Crossover**, the switch points must be *restored* to the normal positions
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What does a sign reading “STOP-TANK CAR CONNECTED” **indicate**?
Tank cars are connected to **stationary pipes** for loading and unloading
281
When **both** the arriving & leaving times of a train are shown in full faced type
When 1 or more trains are to be met between those times
