Category 1
When there is a conflict between Form X and Form Z that are both in effect and apply to a movement, the document that governs is the:
A) Form Z
B) Both the Form X and Form Z must be obeyed - Contact the Dispatcher for resolution
C) Most recent SBS
D) SB in effect
E) Form X
B) Both the Form X and Form Z must be obeyed - Contact the Dispatcher for resolution
The normal direction of traffic between St. George Interlocking and Tottenville Interlocking is
A) Num 1 Northward Num 2 Southward
B) Num 1 Eastward Num 2 Westward
C) Num 1 Southward Num 2 Northward
D) Num 1 Westward Num 2 Eastward
D) Num 1 Westward Num 2 Eastward
The authorized abbreviation for BRADY INTERLOCKING
A) BDX
B) BCR
C) BRX
D) BCV
C) BRX
The authorized abbreviation for POND INTERLOCKING
A) PNX
B) PIL
C) PDX
D) POX
C) PDX
The maximum Authorized Speed all Clifton MUE shop and yard tracks for Non Class A Trains
A) 10MPH
B) 5MPH
C) 15MPH
D) Restricted Speed
B) 5MPH
After what time in the evening do the requirements for an express train to "blow" the whistle approaching a passenger station charge under the rules?
A) 10:00 PM
B) 7:00 PM
C) 10:00 AM
D) Engineer's judgment
E) Sunset
A) 10:00 PM
If equipment is found to be improperly secured an immediate report must be made to
A) Deputy Superintendent Transportation
B) Superintendent Transportation
C) MTA police officer on duty
D) Train Dispatcher
D) Train Dispatcher
Can a Form Z and/or Form X be relayed via several employees
A) Yes
B) No
A) Yes
The authorized abbreviation for ST. GEORGE TERMINAL
A) STX
B) STG
C) SGT
D) SGS
B) STG
If only one marker light is illuminated on a CPL signal, the signal is to be treated as displaying what aspect?
A) Cab-Signaled Proceed
B) Slow Approach
C) Stop
D) Stop and Proceed
E) Restricting
D) Stop and Proceed
A photocopy of Form Z is acceptable
A) True
B) False
A) True
Without proper authority, the total number of occupants allowed in an operating cab of a Class A train is:
A) 4
B) 3
C) 1
D) 2
E) 5
B) 3
Address or Telephone Number changes must be reported within
A) 7 days
B) 1 day
C) Annually
D) 1 Month
A) 7 days
A) Sunrise
B) 10:00 AM
C) 10:00 PM
D) Engineer's judgment
E) 7:00 AM
E) 7:00 AM
For an engine's SG, ATC and PSS apparatus to be used on the leading end of a train, it must have passed a Daily Departure Test within what time period prior to the train's departure from its initial terminal?
A) Since 12:01 AM of the same day
B) Within the last 27 hours
C) Within the last 24 hours
D) Within the last 30 hours
E) No later than the testing time on the previous day
B) Within the last 27 hours
A form Z must be held in possession of a total of how many days
A) 15
B) 1
C) 28
D) 30
D) 30
Maximum Authorization Speed within St. George Interlocking Limits (Except STG Track 1 or 10 to the North Shore) For Class A Trains
A) 10
B) 15
C) 20
D) 5
A) 10
If a Form Z Line 2 is in effect removing NUM 1 Track from service between St. George and Brady Interlocking's, and if a Work Train needs to pass a Landing Interlocking Controlled Signal on NUM 1 Track that is displaying Stop, the following action should be
A) Obtain verbal permission to pass the Stop aspect from both the Dispatcher and the Employee-in-charge
B) Pass the Stop aspect on authority of the Form Z Line 2 because the Controlled Signal is located within the Form Z Line 2 out-of-service limits
C) Contact the Dispatcher and ask for the signal to be cleared
D) Request that the Employee-in-Charge listed on Line 2 either personally come to or send a representative to the Controlled Signal
E) Contact the Dispatcher and ask for Form X Line 11 authority to pass the Stop aspect.
A) Obtain verbal permission to pass the Stop aspect from both the Dispatcher and the Employee-in-charge
What Operating Rules are in effect on NUM 1 Track between Holly and Fern Interlocking's (Circle the letters for all correct answers)?
A) Rule 14.0 (Cab Signal System and Related Rules) and its subparts
B) Rule 9.0 (Movement of Trains) and its subparts
C) Other Than Main Track rules
D) Interlocking rules
E) Rule 11.5 (Tracks Signaled in Both Directions) and its subparts
A) Rule 14.0 (Cab Signal System and Related Rules) and its subparts
B) Rule 9.0 (Movement of Trains) and its subparts
D) Interlocking rules
Which of the following are fixed signals (place a check on the letters for ALL correct answers)?
A) Approach Speed Limit Sign
B) A flagman posted at the correct warning distance
C) Car Stop Marker
D) The red marker(s) at the rear of a train
E) CPL Signal
A) Approach Speed Limit Sign
C) Car Stop Marker
E) CPL Signal
The authorized abbreviation for ENGINEER is
A) ENGR
B) EGR
C) ENG
D) ENR
A) ENGR
The definition of a Fully Equipped Train is
A) A train not equipped with Cab Signal and Speed control (ATC) equipment
B) A train not meeting the definition of a Fully Equipped Train on which the ADU and the Cab Signal Equipment are fully operational on the leading unit for the direction of movement. The Cab Signal cut-in/cut-out switch must be sealed in the cut-in position
C) A Train on which the ADU, the Cab signal and the speed control (ATC) equipment are all fully operational on the leading unit for the direction of movement. The Cab Signal cut-in/cut-out and the ATC cut-in/cut-out switches must both be sealed in the cut-in position
D) A train having Cab signal and speed control (ATC) equipment that does not meet the definition of a Fully Equipped Train or the definition of a Partially Equipped Train
C) A Train on which the ADU, the Cab signal and the speed control (ATC) equipment are all fully operational on the leading unit for the direction of movement. The Cab Signal cut-in/cut-out and the ATC cut-in/cut-out switches must both be sealed in the cut-in position
May an additional Temporary Speed Restriction be added to a Form X or Form Z already in effect
A) Yes
B) No
B) No
The Maximum Number of MUE Cars for a passenger train in Revenue Service is
A) Five
B) Three
C) Seven
D) Four
A) Five
The display of a Blue Signal means that workers may be on, under or between rolling equipment
A) True
B) False
A) True