RR Manual Ch 5 - Sheet1 Flashcards
(51 cards)
From the Railroad Manual
How many trespassers are killed every year on RR property in the U.S.?
500
From the Railroad Manual
Do not enter railroad property without the permission and assistance of a _______________________
railroad employee, except during emergencies.
From the Railroad Manual
While working on the right of way helmets, eye protection, and __________ must be worn.
steel-toed shoes
From the Railroad Manual
Expect train movement where/ when while operating in the railroad right of way?
Any track, in any direction, at any time.
From the Railroad Manual
Why should firefighters avoid stepping on the rails?
They are slippery
From the Railroad Manual
Railroad switch points usually move in ________ seconds.
one to five
From the Railroad Manual
Should department personnel operate railroad switches?
NO
From the Railroad Manual
Should hose lines be stretched over the train rails?
No. If possible, place hose lines under tracks by digging out ballast. Trains must be stopped while digging is done.
From the Railroad Manual
Which direction should a firefighter look when approaching or stepping across tracks?
Look in both directions.
From the Railroad Manual
What should a firefighter do when finding a fusee or torpedoe in the railroad right of way?
Do not tamper with or move it.
From the Railroad Manual
Always leave _____ feet between you and the end of any standing train, car, or locomotive.
25
From the Railroad Manual
Keep a safe distance, at least _____ feet, from passing trains and equipment.
30
From the Railroad Manual
Which direction should a firefigher face when a train is approaching? What should the firefighter be on the alert for?
Face the direction from which train is traveling. Be alert for loose steel bands or any other items hanging off the train.
From the Railroad Manual
Are firefighters permitted to move locomotives or cars?
NO
From the Railroad Manual
No units are to enter track areas until ___________.
The incident commander has confirmed that all trains are stopped.
From the Railroad Manual
Do not place any apparatus or equipment within ______ of the centerline of the nearest track.
15 feet
From the Railroad Manual
Flagging protection must be provided by the fire department if the _______________.
owner / operator of the tracks cannot be reached to confirm that trains have been stopped.
From the Railroad Manual
Where should a lookout be posted at on railroad incidents? What is the reason?
At both ends of an incident to warn firefighting units if an unexpected train approaches.
From the Railroad Manual
Before working on, near, or under a train that is not derailed, make sure the ______ is set on at least _____ cars and that those cars are ______.
handbrake; two; chocked.
From the Railroad Manual
Who will release the handbrakes?
Railroad employees only.
From the Railroad Manual
(DO or DO NOT) apply water down a diesel-electric locomotive exhaust stack during a stack fire.
Do not
From the Railroad Manual
(Do or do not) operate any valves, relief devices, or mechanical devices __________
Do not; without the assistance of railroad employees.
From the Railroad Manual
Where are the fuel shut-offs located on locomotives?
Both sides and on cab fire wall.
From the Railroad Manual
When should safety handles, platforms, and ladders NOT be used on train cars?
On damaged tank cars.
