BNSF MAINTENANCE OF WAY
OPERATING RULES (MWOR)
ADVANCED EXAM QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
1. According to BNSF MWOR, what is the minimum distance defined as fouling a track?
A. Within 4 feet of the field side of the near running rail.
B. Within 6 feet of the gauge side of the rail.
C. Within 2 feet of the field side of the near running rail.
D. Within 10 feet of the center of the track.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Fouling the track is defined as the placement of an individual or
equipment such that the individual or equipment could be struck by a moving train or on-
track equipment, or is within 4 feet of the field side of the near running rail.
2. Under MWOR Rule 6.3.1, what is required before a roadway worker fouls a track?
A. Establishment of a proper form of on-track safety.
B. A verbal agreement with a nearby train crew.
C. Notification to the immediate supervisor via radio.
,D. Placement of a red flag 50 feet from the work area.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Roadway workers must not foul a track until the appropriate
form of on-track safety has been established according to the rules.
3. When a lookout is used for track protection, how much warning time must be provided
before the arrival of a train?
A. At least 15 seconds.
B. At least 10 seconds.
C. At least 20 seconds.
D. At least 30 seconds.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Lookouts must provide a warning that allows every roadway
worker at least 15 seconds to reach a predetermined place of safety before a train reaches
their location.
4. Which rule governs the movement of on-track equipment at Restricted Speed?
A. Rule 15.2
B. Rule 1.47
C. Rule 8.3
D. Rule 6.27
, Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 6.27 defines Restricted Speed, requiring equipment to
move at a speed that allows stopping within half the range of vision short of various
obstructions.
5. What must a roadway worker do if they encounter a condition that interferes with the safe
passage of trains?
A. Wait for the next scheduled inspection to report it.
B. Repair it immediately without notifying the dispatcher.
C. Mark the area with a yellow flag and continue working.
D. Immediately protect the track and notify the dispatcher.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Safety rules require immediate protection and notification to the
dispatcher for any condition that endangers train movements.
6. Which track warrant item is used to grant authority to occupy a track between two specific
points?
A. Item 1
B. Item 8
C. Item 5
D. Item 2
OPERATING RULES (MWOR)
ADVANCED EXAM QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
1. According to BNSF MWOR, what is the minimum distance defined as fouling a track?
A. Within 4 feet of the field side of the near running rail.
B. Within 6 feet of the gauge side of the rail.
C. Within 2 feet of the field side of the near running rail.
D. Within 10 feet of the center of the track.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Fouling the track is defined as the placement of an individual or
equipment such that the individual or equipment could be struck by a moving train or on-
track equipment, or is within 4 feet of the field side of the near running rail.
2. Under MWOR Rule 6.3.1, what is required before a roadway worker fouls a track?
A. Establishment of a proper form of on-track safety.
B. A verbal agreement with a nearby train crew.
C. Notification to the immediate supervisor via radio.
,D. Placement of a red flag 50 feet from the work area.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Roadway workers must not foul a track until the appropriate
form of on-track safety has been established according to the rules.
3. When a lookout is used for track protection, how much warning time must be provided
before the arrival of a train?
A. At least 15 seconds.
B. At least 10 seconds.
C. At least 20 seconds.
D. At least 30 seconds.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Lookouts must provide a warning that allows every roadway
worker at least 15 seconds to reach a predetermined place of safety before a train reaches
their location.
4. Which rule governs the movement of on-track equipment at Restricted Speed?
A. Rule 15.2
B. Rule 1.47
C. Rule 8.3
D. Rule 6.27
, Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Rule 6.27 defines Restricted Speed, requiring equipment to
move at a speed that allows stopping within half the range of vision short of various
obstructions.
5. What must a roadway worker do if they encounter a condition that interferes with the safe
passage of trains?
A. Wait for the next scheduled inspection to report it.
B. Repair it immediately without notifying the dispatcher.
C. Mark the area with a yellow flag and continue working.
D. Immediately protect the track and notify the dispatcher.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Safety rules require immediate protection and notification to the
dispatcher for any condition that endangers train movements.
6. Which track warrant item is used to grant authority to occupy a track between two specific
points?
A. Item 1
B. Item 8
C. Item 5
D. Item 2
