BNSF MAINTENANCE OF WAY
OPERATING RULES (VERSION 3) -
COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
1. According to MWOR Rule 1.1.2, what is the primary responsibility of every employee
regarding safety?
A. To ensure production quotas are met daily.
B. To report to work only when equipment is available.
C. To follow only the instructions given by the Dispatcher.
D. To be responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 1.1.2 states that safety is the most important element of
performing duties and employees are responsible for their own safety and that of their
coworkers.
2. Under MWOR definition, what is ‘Restricted Speed’?
A. A constant speed of 20 MPH at all times.
B. Walking speed, not exceeding 5 MPH.
,C. The maximum speed allowed on sidings, usually 15 MPH.
D. A speed that allows stopping within half the range of vision, short of train, engine,
railroad car, or men or equipment fouling the track.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Restricted speed requires movement at a speed that allows
stopping within half the range of vision, also looking out for broken rail and switches not
properly lined.
3. When is a ‘Job Briefing’ required according to Rule 1.47?
A. Before beginning work and when work conditions or tasks change.
B. Only when a new supervisor arrives on site.
C. Only at the beginning of the shift.
D. Whenever the Dispatcher calls the foreman.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 1.47 mandates job briefings before starting tasks and
whenever changes occur to ensure everyone understands the on-track safety and task
requirements.
4. What is the requirement for a ‘Lone Worker’ when using Individual On-Track Safety (IOTS)?
A. They must be able to see an approaching train and reach a place of safety at least 15
seconds before the train arrives.
, B. They must have at least one lookout visible at all times.
C. They must have written authority from the Dispatcher before fouling any track.
D. They can only work on tracks with a speed limit below 10 MPH.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Lone workers must utilize a ‘Place of Safety’ and ensure they can
clear the track 15 seconds before a train reaches their location.
5. Which rule governs the movement of MOW equipment on ‘Other Than Main Track’?
A. Rule 15.2
B. Rule 6.28
C. Rule 9.1
D. Rule 1.3
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 6.28 provides instructions for movement on tracks other
than main tracks, requiring movement at a speed that allows stopping within half the range
of vision.
6. What does a ‘Yellow-Red Flag’ indicate when encountered on the track?
A. Stop immediately.
B. Proceed at restricted speed for 2 miles.
OPERATING RULES (VERSION 3) -
COMPREHENSIVE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
1. According to MWOR Rule 1.1.2, what is the primary responsibility of every employee
regarding safety?
A. To ensure production quotas are met daily.
B. To report to work only when equipment is available.
C. To follow only the instructions given by the Dispatcher.
D. To be responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 1.1.2 states that safety is the most important element of
performing duties and employees are responsible for their own safety and that of their
coworkers.
2. Under MWOR definition, what is ‘Restricted Speed’?
A. A constant speed of 20 MPH at all times.
B. Walking speed, not exceeding 5 MPH.
,C. The maximum speed allowed on sidings, usually 15 MPH.
D. A speed that allows stopping within half the range of vision, short of train, engine,
railroad car, or men or equipment fouling the track.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Restricted speed requires movement at a speed that allows
stopping within half the range of vision, also looking out for broken rail and switches not
properly lined.
3. When is a ‘Job Briefing’ required according to Rule 1.47?
A. Before beginning work and when work conditions or tasks change.
B. Only when a new supervisor arrives on site.
C. Only at the beginning of the shift.
D. Whenever the Dispatcher calls the foreman.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 1.47 mandates job briefings before starting tasks and
whenever changes occur to ensure everyone understands the on-track safety and task
requirements.
4. What is the requirement for a ‘Lone Worker’ when using Individual On-Track Safety (IOTS)?
A. They must be able to see an approaching train and reach a place of safety at least 15
seconds before the train arrives.
, B. They must have at least one lookout visible at all times.
C. They must have written authority from the Dispatcher before fouling any track.
D. They can only work on tracks with a speed limit below 10 MPH.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Lone workers must utilize a ‘Place of Safety’ and ensure they can
clear the track 15 seconds before a train reaches their location.
5. Which rule governs the movement of MOW equipment on ‘Other Than Main Track’?
A. Rule 15.2
B. Rule 6.28
C. Rule 9.1
D. Rule 1.3
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 6.28 provides instructions for movement on tracks other
than main tracks, requiring movement at a speed that allows stopping within half the range
of vision.
6. What does a ‘Yellow-Red Flag’ indicate when encountered on the track?
A. Stop immediately.
B. Proceed at restricted speed for 2 miles.
