Category 1
An Intermediate Terminal Air Brake Test may only be performed in/for an MUE operation cab if a passing Initial Terminal Air Brake for the exact consist was performed.
A) True
B) False
A) True
The definition of Normal Direction of Traffic is
A) The direction opposite of the Normal Direction of Traffic
B) The direction in which trains normally operate on a specific track as specified in the Timetable Special Instructions
C) The movement of an uncoupled engine or leading portion of a train back toward the remaining stationary portion of the same train
D) A movement opposite to the direction previously authorized.
B) The direction in which trains normally operate on a specific track as specified in the Timetable Special Instructions
Improper use of sand can result in the train "losing" signal-system protection.
A) True
B) False
A) True
A) True
B) False
B) False
If it is necessary to cutout the brakes on one car in a five-car R44 train while en route, which of the following procedures apply?
A) The train must be treated as a Failed Train since it may not be able to safely stop within the braking distance provided by the signal system
B) The Cab Signal and ATC should remain cut-in and switches sealed if possible
C) Train speed must not exceed 30 MPH
D) Authorization is required by the Superintendent of transportation or his designee, who may issue additional instructions.
E) All of the above
E) All of the above
The definition of a Non-Equipped Train is
A) 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 ATC cut-in/cut-out switches must both be sealed in the cut-in pos.
B) A train not equipped with Cab Signal and speed control (ATC) equipment.
C) 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.
D) 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.
B) A train not equipped with Cab Signal and speed control (ATC) equipment.
When a track is out-of-service by Operational Bulletin, Form X Line 2 or Form Z Line 2, who has responsibility to ensure that a train does not improperly enter the out-of-service limits?
A) Train Dispatcher
B) Engineer
C) Conductor
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
If a Class A train is authorized by the Dispatcher to proceed as a Partially Equipped Train, the train my proceed governed by the Controlled Signals and the cab signal at not exceeding.
A) Medium Speed
B) Restricted Speed
C) Limited Speed
D) Normal Speed
E) 20 MPH
C) Limited Speed
The authorized abbreviation for PRINCES BAY SIDING?
A) PBSD
B) MWSD
C) PASD
D) PRSD
A) PBSD
The authorized abbreviation for RICHMOND VALLEY SIDING?
A) RVYD
B) RVSD
C) MWSD
D) RVS
B) RVSD
The authorized abbreviation for FERN INTERLOCKING
A) FRX
B) FNX
C) FIL
D) FEX
A) FRX
The Maximum Authorized speed for Non class A trains descending Grade from Grasmere to Clifton is?
A) Slow Speed
B) Restricted Speed
C) Limited Speed
D) Medium Speed
B) Restricted Speed
A train overruns Oakwood Heights Station by approximately 450 feet. What is required for the train to make a reverse movement back to the station?
A) Verbal permission of the Dispatcher
B) Form X Line 4
C) A controlled signal displaying a proper signal aspect.
D) Form X Line 9
E) Full Flag Protection
B) Form X Line 4
How may a Form Z be canceled?
A) On the same Form Z
B) By another Form Z
C) By a Form X
D) Cannot be cancelled until after the Form Z has been fulfilled
A) On the same Form Z
When are Employees required to check their watch is set to the correct time
A) 12:01 PM
B) Hourly
C) 12:01 AM
D) Before starting duty
D) Before starting duty
The definition of a Class A Train is
A) A train meeting the Class A Train requirements as defined in the Timetable Special Instructions. For SIR-R44 MUE cars.
B) A train not authorized by a Timetable Schedule
C) A train authorized by a Timetable Schedule
D) An engine with or without cars
E) A train consisting of electric self-propelled cars designed for passenger service, which MUE cars collect electricity through the use of third-rail contact shoes
A) A train meeting the Class A Train requirements as defined in the Timetable Special Instructions. For SIR-R44 MUE cars.
When are Employees required to check their radios
A) Hourly
B) When ready to depart their initial trip
C) Upon arrival at Control Center
D) Before starting duty
D) Before starting duty
If a train has received For x Line 10 instructions to proceed at Restricted speed, and if the cab signal upgrades form Restricting to a more favorable aspect, when may the train accelerate above Restricted Speed in accordance with the cab signal rules?
A) Only after clearing the limits prescribed by the Form X
B) When available visibility allows a higher speed
C) Never
D) When the route is seen to be unoccupied
E) When Verbally instructed by the Dispatcher
A) Only after clearing the limits prescribed by the Form X
If a non-Class A train is required to operate at restricted speed, the train must proceed prepared to stop with one-half the range of vision of any of the prescribed conditions, but not exceeding:
A) 15MPH
B) 10MPH
C) 20MPH
D) Caution Speed
E) Slow Speed
B) 10MPH
The authorized abbreviation for LANDING INTERLOCKING?
A) LDX
B) LTL
C) LIL
D) LSX
A) LDX
The authorized abbreviation for ST. GEORGE INTERLOCKING
A) SGX
B) STV
C) SIL
D) STX
A) SGX
Slow Speed is defined as
A) A speed that shall permit stopping within one-half the range of vision and to stop short of any train, equipment, obstruction on or fouling the track, switch or derail improperly lined, broken rail, misaligned track or any other condition that may require a stop or for which speed should be reduced but not exceeding 15mph for class a trains and track cars and 10mph for all other train these restrictions apply to the movement of the entire train or track car length unless otherwise specified in the rule or instruction that requires restricted speed.
B) For Class A Trains, not exceeding 20 MPH. For all other trains, not exceeding 15 MPH.
C) The highest speed permitted on a track for a particular class/type of train equipment as authorized in the Timetable Special Instructions.
D) For Class A Trains, not exceeding 15 MPH. For all other trains, not exceeding 10 MPH.
E) For Class A Trains, not exceeding 30 MPH. For all other trains, not exceeding 20 MPH.
D) For Class A Trains, not exceeding 15 MPH. For all other trains, not exceeding 10 MPH.
The authorized abbreviation for ST. GEORGE BALL PARK?
A) STB
B) SGB
C) STP
D) BPS
D) BPS
The authorized abbreviation for TOTTENVILLE TERMINAL?
A) TNV
B) TTX
C) TTT
D) TNX
A) TNV
The definition of a Failed Train is
A) 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 ATC cut-in/cut-out switches must both be sealed in the cut-in pos
B) 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 not equipped with Cab Signal and speed control (ATC) equipment
D) 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
B) 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