ROADWAY WORKER CLASS-CLERKS EXAM METRA
RAILROAD – 2026/2027 Edition – 70 Actual
Questions & Correct Answers
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OVERVIEW :
ROADWAY WORKER CLASS-CLERKS EXAM METRA RAILROAD – 2026/2027
covers essential FRA on-track safety definitions, including adjacent tracks,
controlled points, effective locking devices, exclusive occupancy, inaccessible
track, fouling, foul time, individual detection, lone worker rules, flagging,
watchman procedures, MAS, minor corrections, working limits, RWIC
responsibilities, and protection methods ensuring roadway worker safety per
METRA operating rules and 49 CFR 214 standards.
Answers are in bold Green, with rationales after.
1. What is Adjacent Tracks?
A. Tracks spaced 50 feet apart requiring no protection
B. Only tracks within yard limits
C. Two or more tracks with track centers spaced less than 25 feet apart
D. Single main track under TWC authority
Rationale: The 25-foot center spacing is the FRA threshold for adjacent
track protection requirements.
,2. What is Adjacent Controlled Track?
A. A controlled track whose track center is spaced less than 25 feet from
the track center of the occupied track
B. Yard track controlled by yardmaster only
C. Track protected only by fusees
D. Track where no authority is needed
Rationale: Because it's controlled, you need dispatcher authority and
adjacent track protection when fouling occupied track.
3. What is Controlled Point?
A. Yard track controlled by yardmaster only
B. Track where no authority is needed
C. A location where signals and/or other functions of traffic control
system are controlled from the control machine
D. Track protected only by fusees
Rationale: At a controlled point the dispatcher or control operator directly
controls signals and switches.
4. What is Controlled Track?
A. Track protected only by fusees
B. Yard track controlled by yardmaster only
C. Track where no authority is needed
, D. Main track or siding under control of train dispatcher or control
operator
Rationale: Movements on controlled track require authority from
dispatcher/control operator - cannot occupy without permission.
5. What is Effective Locking Device?
A. Vandal and tamper resistant lock, keyed for application/removal only
by protected roadway worker(s), with unique tag; alternatives: spike,
switch point clamp, portable derail with metal wedges requiring track
tools
B. A track used only for storing out-of-service equipment
C. An automatic warning system that does not need a lookout
D. Any location where workers wear orange safety vests
Rationale: Must prevent unauthorized removal; operating rules must
prohibit removal by others, handle/gasp must be uniquely tagged.
6. What is Employee in Charge?
A. A track used only for storing out-of-service equipment
B. The employee responsible for safety, instruction, performance, and
protection of all employees under his jurisdiction
C. Any location where workers wear orange safety vests
D. An automatic warning system that does not need a lookout
Rationale: EIC has overall responsibility for crew safety and compliance
with on-track safety rules.
RAILROAD – 2026/2027 Edition – 70 Actual
Questions & Correct Answers
Questions with Step-by-Step Answers | 100% Verified | A+ Graded Review
OVERVIEW :
ROADWAY WORKER CLASS-CLERKS EXAM METRA RAILROAD – 2026/2027
covers essential FRA on-track safety definitions, including adjacent tracks,
controlled points, effective locking devices, exclusive occupancy, inaccessible
track, fouling, foul time, individual detection, lone worker rules, flagging,
watchman procedures, MAS, minor corrections, working limits, RWIC
responsibilities, and protection methods ensuring roadway worker safety per
METRA operating rules and 49 CFR 214 standards.
Answers are in bold Green, with rationales after.
1. What is Adjacent Tracks?
A. Tracks spaced 50 feet apart requiring no protection
B. Only tracks within yard limits
C. Two or more tracks with track centers spaced less than 25 feet apart
D. Single main track under TWC authority
Rationale: The 25-foot center spacing is the FRA threshold for adjacent
track protection requirements.
,2. What is Adjacent Controlled Track?
A. A controlled track whose track center is spaced less than 25 feet from
the track center of the occupied track
B. Yard track controlled by yardmaster only
C. Track protected only by fusees
D. Track where no authority is needed
Rationale: Because it's controlled, you need dispatcher authority and
adjacent track protection when fouling occupied track.
3. What is Controlled Point?
A. Yard track controlled by yardmaster only
B. Track where no authority is needed
C. A location where signals and/or other functions of traffic control
system are controlled from the control machine
D. Track protected only by fusees
Rationale: At a controlled point the dispatcher or control operator directly
controls signals and switches.
4. What is Controlled Track?
A. Track protected only by fusees
B. Yard track controlled by yardmaster only
C. Track where no authority is needed
, D. Main track or siding under control of train dispatcher or control
operator
Rationale: Movements on controlled track require authority from
dispatcher/control operator - cannot occupy without permission.
5. What is Effective Locking Device?
A. Vandal and tamper resistant lock, keyed for application/removal only
by protected roadway worker(s), with unique tag; alternatives: spike,
switch point clamp, portable derail with metal wedges requiring track
tools
B. A track used only for storing out-of-service equipment
C. An automatic warning system that does not need a lookout
D. Any location where workers wear orange safety vests
Rationale: Must prevent unauthorized removal; operating rules must
prohibit removal by others, handle/gasp must be uniquely tagged.
6. What is Employee in Charge?
A. A track used only for storing out-of-service equipment
B. The employee responsible for safety, instruction, performance, and
protection of all employees under his jurisdiction
C. Any location where workers wear orange safety vests
D. An automatic warning system that does not need a lookout
Rationale: EIC has overall responsibility for crew safety and compliance
with on-track safety rules.
