CSX Freight Conductor Final Exam Questions and Correct Answers

CSX Freight Conductor Final Exam
Questions and Correct Answers
Question 1
When riding on equipment employees must be prepared for unexpected movements
and slack action and what else?
Correct Answer
Ride the side of cars equipped with a horizontal grab iron or a vertical grab iron



Question 2
What is the proper procedure to perform a hand brake test on a single car?
Correct Answer
Shove the car and observe for retarding effect, if observed the car passes test.



Question 3
When getting off equipment you must ensure you have stable footing and what else?
Correct Answer
You are clear of any obstructions



Question 4
You are operating on the q79510 at max speed in CP territory and you experience an
air brake emergency what is required when permitted to proceed?
Correct Answer
Operate the Train not to exceed 20 MPH for 1 train length




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,Question 5
Your train enters a block on a clear signal and has to stop, what must you do to
proceed?
Correct Answer
Proceed prepared to stop at next signal and not exceed 40 MPH



Question 6
Multi Part T/F:
Employees must not:
1) Be Dishonest, insubordinate, disloyal, or quarrellsome
2) Be Boisterous, profane, or use vulgar language
3 Get Into Altercations
4) Perform practical jokes or horseplay
Correct Answer
All True



Question 7
What is a track connection between two adjacent but not necessarily parallel tracks
consisting of two switches whose primary purpose is to allow crossing from one track
to the other?
Correct Answer
Crossover



Question 8
When shoving or pushing equipment, how many feet must you stop before an
improperly lined switch?
Correct Answer
150 ft




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,Question 9
When using telemetry to perform a brake test on a train what is the maximum
difference in air pressure from the EOT to the HTD?
Correct Answer
3 PSI



Question 10
What is the max speed of excepted track?
Correct Answer
10 MPH



Question 11
When getting off of equipment you must: Select all that apply
Correct Answer
1) Keep clear of adjacent tracks
2) Stop at the bottom step or ladder rung to check for solid footing



Question 12
What items are required on the lead locomotive?
Correct Answer
6 red fusees and 1 red flag



Question 13
MPTF: To prevent slips and falls:
1) Remain alert and mindful of your surroundings at all times
2) Uses designated walkways and crosswalks
3) Plan and choose routes that afford safest walking conditions
4) Keep clear view of where you are walking and avoid carrying object that block view

Correct Answer
All True




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, Question 14
True or False: When handling one or more clearance implicated shipments in a train,
do not enter a yard or terminal where a yardmaster is on-duty until the yardmaster is
informed of the shipment.
Correct Answer
True



Question 15
Which of the following statements is true about authorized train speeds?

Correct Answer
Must Not Be Exceeded



Question 16
True or False: The defect detector alerts you to a hot bearing and upon inspection you
find that it is previously tagged, you are required to set this car out.
Correct Answer
True



Question 17
You are working outside the office, you are required to have boots with a oil resistant
sole and laces and what other feature?
Correct Answer
Defined heel not exceeding 1 inch



Question 18
What is the hand signal for reduce speed?
Correct Answer
A slight horizontal movement at arm's length at right angle to the track.




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