2026 Questions and Correct Detailed Answers
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1. The conductor will be using hand signals to control the shoving movement . Is a
radio job briefing required before initiating movement ? 6.5 - CORRECT
ANSWER-No, not after clear understanding of using hand signals
After making and stretching the coupling, the conductor requests "Red Zone
Protection" through an agreed upon hand signal in order to cut-in air to the head
portion of the train and release hand brakes.
2. What action is required by the engineer before the conductor fouls the
equipment? 81.5.4 - CORRECT ANSWER-Full set independent brake or the
train break; reverse in center and verify set and centeror red zone and if hand
signal used
3. The securement form left by the previous crew indicates there are 8 applied
hand brakes on the head portion of the train. How many hand brakes must the
conductor check beyond the last lane brake that is released? 32.1 - CORRECT
ANSWER-3 more handbrakes past last applied
, 4. Will the conductor be required to establish Track Breach Protection if work is
performed between the siding and the main track? SSI Item 12 - CORRECT
ANSWER-Yes, Unless second employee can warn of oncoming trains
5. The conductor proceeds to the road crossing to couple the train together. The
road crossing at Tucson is not equipped with automatic warning devices. What
action is required, if any, by the conductor when shoving across the crossing and
coupling the tram? 6.32.1 - CORRECT ANSWER-Must only be on ground if
crossing stopped/ approaching crossing
After making and stretching the coupling, the conductor informs the engineer
that the angle cock on the rear portion is closed. The engineer reviews the DP
secondary screen and observes 70 psi on the brake pipe gauge of the rear DP
remote and a numeric value flow reading while in "Set Out" mode.
6. When is it permissible to close the angle cock on the portion of the train to be
left standing hen securing a train and detaching locomotives or locomotives and
cars? 32.1.3, 33.0. - CORRECT ANSWER-Yes, it depends on the situation; on
cuts of two or more cars or multi platform cars with 2 hand brakes, , a minimum
of 2 hand brakes must be applied unless otherwise stated
7. The conductor requests "red zone protection" using the radio in order to cut in
air to the rear portion and release hand brakes. After confirming "Red Zone
Protection", what action is required by the engineer before the conductor cut in