問題一覧
1
When stopped clear of the main track to meet another train how should our HEADLIGHTS be?
Off
2
A train is sitting in the yard, the utility man is attached, he has going in between protection, The u-man ask the engineer for assistance on the 5th motor, what is required of the engineer?
Another person of the crew must replace the engineer on the controlling locomotive
3
Describe a reverse movement?
A Opposite the authorized direction, made at restricted speed, main track-controlled siding, or any track where a block system is in effect?
4
A switch crew is pulling out the yard onto the main track and their Trailing ends stops between outer opposing signals they need to change direction from there current location what is required?
they must receive permission from the controlling operator
5
There Head end stops at the outer opposing signals do I need permission?
no their trailing end is still in the yard
6
Before permission is granted for a BACKUP, what must occur between a crew member amd dispatch/ control operator?
how much authority we have to make a GCOR 6.6 Backup movement job Safety Briefing, train length
7
A train just past a flashing yellow block signal and is approaching with the light absent/ dark?
treat is as the most restrictive
8
A train traveling on the main track approaches a red signal with a number plate, how should they proceed pass the signal?
restricted speed, leading wheels pass the next governing signal
9
A west bound train in CTC passes a flashing yellow signal, they are going 35 mph, the train stops on the block for the crew to make a set out. Once the set out is completed and they’re ready to move west again?
proceed prepare to stop at then next signal when it is visible, and it gives a proceed indication
10
A road switcher is moving and it passes a green block signal the crew set out all the remaining cars in the train and will now proceed east light power! How must the crew proceed?
Initiating moment restricted speed until the leading wheels passes the next governing signal
11
A train passes restricted signal in CTC the crew stops to setout a car before reaching the next signal, once the set out is complete and they are ready to go they see that the next signal is flashing yellow, how must the train proceed to that next signal ?
restricted speed leading wheels
12
While stopped a red controlled signal on CTC territory how must authority be granted to pass the signal?
verbal and signal indication
13
While operating within the limits of Track and Time, a train encounters a stop indication, how must the crew proceed pass the signal?
Stop and then proceed at restricted speed
14
Track and Time does not authorize trains to occupy what kind of limits?
automatic interlockers you have to work the box
15
A train is in NON- Signaled TWC Territory. How can the crew determine the train is complete before reporting clear of there limits?
Rear ETD and air pressure , verify markers , observe rear of train , stop and inspect , two consecutive TWD Axles counts
16
How much air do you need on the rear of a train during a TRANSFER TRAIN AIR BREAK TEST?
60, 15
17
After completing our INITIAL CLASS 1 AIR BRAKE TEST, we notice we need to arrange a solid block of cars due to hazards car placement. Which air brake test must the crew perform once the cars have been rearranged
class 1 on the cars that were rearranged
18
A train has been tied down in the siding and the crossing has been cut for 2 hours and the relief crew has shown up to put it back together. What air brake test needs to be performed?
Cutting off and recocoupling
19
A crew set out the rear unit of four unit consist and have recoupled to their train, what air brake test do they have to perform?
class 3
20
A train has set out the middle unit of three locomotives consist, 10 cars not previously tested were picked up, and added to the train at the same location. What air brake test do they have to do?
locomotive , class 1, class 3
21
Reducing brake pipe pressure to near 0 without placing the train on emergency requires the Automatic Brake Valve Handle to be in what position
HO/CS
22
Under which of the following circumstances to operate a light locomotive consist, from the cab nearest the direction of travel?
bad weather , 2 miles , someone from the crew not protecting the movement
23
In which handle should our INDEPENDENT BRAKE VALVE and our MU-2A be when it’s in trail?
Release cut out/Trail
24
Our train is stop and our movement is delayed, what break pipe reduction must be done when operating conditions allow?
15psi
25
If the wheel slip light comes on, what should the engineer do?
throttle down and if it’s still on consistent/ persistent, STOP
26
What AUTOMATIC BRAKE. HANDLE is used to charge the train?
release
27
What device must be reset during or after an emergency or penalty brake application?
A PCS
28
When do you need to be in manual control in TO when approaching the end of your track warrant/ stop target?
2 miles or approach whatever is greater
29
What are the two things we check when taking charge of an active PTC
switches and breakers and correct GTB
30
What if we have enforcement braking event while operating in PTC? Who do we contact?
PTC Desk, Dispatcher
31
When can you cut out PTC?
in a tunnel , when you get the proper authorization , when it becomes defective
32
When operating in PTC when do we use restricted mode?
when enroute , doing work
33
How do we verify the same opposite switch when building a DP train?
start movement with the remote unit only
34
What needs to be done for a train check?
10psi , can be moving , 10 mph one train length?
35
Movement has started, and the train check fails, and we are in a bad spot for communication?
Stop and do it again
36
Crankcase pressure button pops out?
close the door and report it too mechanical
37
Low water pressure button pops out?
Reset it once and if it pops out again report it too mechanical
38
The dynamic brake control circuit breaker flips off. What happens to Dynamic Brakes?
all Dynamic Brakes will not work on the control stand
39
What happens when you cut out the traction motor on a DC locomotive?
you lose all dynamic on the unit and reduces power
40
How often do locomotives need a daily inspection?
every calendar day
41
If the cards are signed on the lead locomotive what can you assume?
they are all signed
42
What are some NON-Complying Defeects?
Sanders , horn , two headlights , one ditch light , speed indicator , saftey devices , chair not secure
43
What are some NOT Non-Complying Defects?
weather strip, windshield cracks , wipers , one headlight , safety valve pops off , ground fault relay, air compressor
44
If your walking through and doing your daily inspection, what are some things you have to correct?
ensure locomotive air brakes are applied on each locomotive during visual inspection , confirm that sufficient main reservoir pressure is present , verify that hand brakes are released on all locomotives , ensure air hose are coupled between all locomotives including brake pipe , position cutout and valves for multiple-unit operation
45
If we have a flat spots how big do they have to be?
1 2 1/2 inches or conjoining 2 inches 10 mph to be set-out locations
46
Who is responsible for conducting an air brake test?
the crew or person performing the air test
47
What percent of brake must be functional?
100% before departure and 95% entoute
48
What do we need to perform an Air Flow Method for Brake Pipe Leakage Test?
AFM measured 10 CFM , Air Flow Guage or ETD at the rear, Maintaining type Automatic Brake Vlave
49
What are the flow requirements for a DP and conventional train
60 psi 90psi cfm
50
What test require the brake pipe leakage test?
class 1, class 1A, class 1 with yard test plant air
51
When do we do a Class 1?
initial terminal , cars not previously tested, cars off air more than 24 hours , cars that have been rearranged
52
How is a cutting off and recoupling test performed?
determined that brake pipe pressure is being restored as indicated by gauge or device at the rear end of the train before proceeding
53
How far can. We go on a Transfer Train Air Brake Test?
20 miles
54
How do we conduct a Class 3 Air Brake Test?
75 psi on the rear 20 psi set it should go down 5 psi
55
Inbound train inspection and we want to get the brake pipe to near 0 psi so it isn’t left emergency what handle position does it need to be in?
Handle Off
56
Bell not operative
tag it and report it to mechanical and report when you tie up
57
When do we do a Class 3 Air Brake Test?
Set out pick up a locomotive or set out pick up a car
58
What are the steps for switching operating ends?
Air brakes are applied , hand brakes are off , main reservoir pressure , hose and angle cocks are in good working condition
59
What do we do if we are attached to cars on a moving locomotive consist?
get up to 10 mph Actuate for 5 seconds per locomotive
60
What do we need to consider when securing equipment?
grade , tonage , train makeup , weather
61
If we are releasing for a hold what air brakes do we release?
all air brakes
62
How do we secure a single car
spin the brake and release and cut away make sure it doesn’t move
63
What tracks can you do a single car securement?
main track actively switching , yard , siding , auxiliary tracks
64
How do we tie down a locomotive, light power in a yard?
sufficient hand brakes minimum of one
65
How does the control stand when you are tying it down?
20psi , independent fully applied , cut in for lead and fuel gene off , reverse removed , doors locked
66
How should angel cocks never be left?
partially open/closed
67
Lacing a train up on level, how much air should be set as the Conductor is lacing hose?
20 psi and 40 psi on mountain grade
68
Which trains do NOT require emergency capabilities from the rear?
local switches that can be done in 1 tour of duty , passenger , light power
69
Which Two must have emergency capabilities
Through Freight and Key trains
70
You get FR NO-COMM with the ETD, what needs to be done?
Reduce to 30 mph
71
If you have an abnormal loss of brake pipe pressure, what should you do?
stop, secure, and find the problem
72
When on an empty grain, coal, bare table train how many dynamic brake axles can it have
28
73
When on a loaded coal train how many dynamic brake axles should it have?
32
74
How should air be set with the AUTOMATIC BRAKE VALVE
Actuate for 2 seconds apply minimum 6-8psi then 10 more seconds
75
How much air do you set on a delayed departure?
15psi
76
What dynamic braking should we use when operating on curved track?
the lowest practical level and lowest train throttle to start movement
77
In a turn out what dynamic can be used
notch 4
78
When is stretch braking allowed
when more fuel efficient way of braking is not available
79
If the train goes into penalty what trains handle position do we put our AUTOMATIC BRAKE VAVLE in?
suppression for 1 minute and 2 minutes of DP
80
How much air is needed to do a train check?
10 psi
81
You go by a yellow flag that is not in writing what needs to be done in two miles?
10 mph
82
How do we resume speed after an unannounced yellow flag?
4 miles beyond the yellow flag, rear end, and talk to dispatcher, green board
83
What is the most important information for the red flag?
location
84
When do the headlights need to be DIM
dark territory yard switching wait for another train on the main
85
Does the number lights always need to be illuminated on the leader
yes when practically
86
What is a shove movement
on any track it must be protected max speed 20 mph
87
Can a reverse movement be made if a signal maintainer is behind the train?
yes
88
Can a Backup movement be made of a signal maintainer is behind the train?
yes if he knows
89
If you’re in 6.28 limits and see a signal is an Approach what is your speed?
at a speed that allows you to stop short of, TERMSD.
90
If a DED. Gets us what is the first thing we are going to do?
warn other trains , light a fuzee, tone up the dispatcher
91
We have severe slack action do we need to inspect the whole train?
yes
92
If you receive a Box 2 automatic crossing warning device or partial activation
stop and protect movement, unless devices are seen to be working or otherwise instructed