BNSF MAINTENANCE OF WAY
OPERATING RULES (MWOR) VERSION
1 COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
1. According to the definition of ‘Restricted Speed’, what is the maximum speed permitted
when moving through a turnout or crossover unless otherwise specified?
A. 10 MPH
B. 15 MPH
C. 20 MPH
D. 25 MPH
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Restricted speed requires movement at a speed that allows
stopping within half the range of vision, but in no case exceeding 20 MPH unless the rule or
signal indicates otherwise.
2. When displaying a Yellow-Red Flag, how many miles in advance of the restriction must it
be placed if not otherwise specified by track bulletin or message?
A. 1 mile
,B. 1.5 miles
C. 3 miles
D. 2 miles
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 5.4.3 requires that Yellow-Red flags be placed two miles in
advance of the restricted area to give trains adequate warning to prepare for the
restriction.
3. Which rule governs the movement of on-track equipment through the limits of a Form B
track bulletin?
A. Rule 6.3
B. Rule 8.3
C. Rule 6.27
D. Rule 15.2
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 15.2 specifically outlines the requirements for protection
by Track Bulletin Form B, including instructions for the Employee in Charge (EIC).
4. When using a Track Permit (Rule 6.3.1) to occupy the track, what must the employee
provide to the dispatcher to clear the permit?
A. The employee’s name, the permit number, and the limits being released
, B. The permit number and the time cleared
C. Their name and initials only
D. A written report of the work completed
D. A written report of the work completed
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: To release a Track Permit, the employee must report their name,
the permit number, and specifically state that the track is clear and the limits are released.
5. A red flag or red light must be placed at each end of the restricted area during a Form B.
What distance must the red flag be from the employee in charge if they are not present at the
site?
A. Flags are not required if the EIC is not present
B. 200 feet
C. 500 feet
D. 100 feet
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Under Form B rules, red flags are typically used for localized
protection within the limits, but the rule requires specific placement only when the track is
impassable; otherwise, the authority is handled via radio by the EIC.
OPERATING RULES (MWOR) VERSION
1 COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
1. According to the definition of ‘Restricted Speed’, what is the maximum speed permitted
when moving through a turnout or crossover unless otherwise specified?
A. 10 MPH
B. 15 MPH
C. 20 MPH
D. 25 MPH
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Restricted speed requires movement at a speed that allows
stopping within half the range of vision, but in no case exceeding 20 MPH unless the rule or
signal indicates otherwise.
2. When displaying a Yellow-Red Flag, how many miles in advance of the restriction must it
be placed if not otherwise specified by track bulletin or message?
A. 1 mile
,B. 1.5 miles
C. 3 miles
D. 2 miles
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 5.4.3 requires that Yellow-Red flags be placed two miles in
advance of the restricted area to give trains adequate warning to prepare for the
restriction.
3. Which rule governs the movement of on-track equipment through the limits of a Form B
track bulletin?
A. Rule 6.3
B. Rule 8.3
C. Rule 6.27
D. Rule 15.2
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 15.2 specifically outlines the requirements for protection
by Track Bulletin Form B, including instructions for the Employee in Charge (EIC).
4. When using a Track Permit (Rule 6.3.1) to occupy the track, what must the employee
provide to the dispatcher to clear the permit?
A. The employee’s name, the permit number, and the limits being released
, B. The permit number and the time cleared
C. Their name and initials only
D. A written report of the work completed
D. A written report of the work completed
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: To release a Track Permit, the employee must report their name,
the permit number, and specifically state that the track is clear and the limits are released.
5. A red flag or red light must be placed at each end of the restricted area during a Form B.
What distance must the red flag be from the employee in charge if they are not present at the
site?
A. Flags are not required if the EIC is not present
B. 200 feet
C. 500 feet
D. 100 feet
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Under Form B rules, red flags are typically used for localized
protection within the limits, but the rule requires specific placement only when the track is
impassable; otherwise, the authority is handled via radio by the EIC.
