Amtrak Packet Questions with correct
Answers
On Track Safety - Answers -Working limits, foul time, local control, track occupied, train
approach warning, watchman, individual train detection (ITD)
Complete the definition: The placement of an individual _______ in such proximity to a
track that they could be struck by a moving train or on-track piece of equipment or within
________ feet of the field side of the _________ - Answers -item, 4 feet, fouling space
Recognition of _______ and understanding of the space around them within which on-
track safety is required. - Answers -R.R. Track
The functions and responsibilities of various persons involved with _____ safety
procedures - Answers -On-Track
Proper ______ with on-track safety instructions given by persons performing or
responsible for on-track safety functions - Answers -compliance
Signals given by _______ and the proper procedures upon receiving a train approach
warning. The hazards associated with working on or near railroad tracks, including
review of on-track safety rules and procedures - Answers -Watchman
What type or work do roadway workers do (select all that apply) - Answers -Inspection
and construction of railroad track, Maintenance of bridges, Repair of signal and
communication system, Repair of roadway maintenance machinery
True or False: Fouling a track can apply to both people and machinery? - Answers -
True
Within what distance to the track is a roadway worker considered fouling it? - Answers -
4 feet from the nearest running rail
A ______ authorizes movements on controlled track - Answers -Operator/dispatcher
The RWIC is required to be qualified on physical characteristics when their group is
working on - Answers -All tracks
The employee in charge (EIC) is an employee who is in charge of - Answers -A work
group
Answers
On Track Safety - Answers -Working limits, foul time, local control, track occupied, train
approach warning, watchman, individual train detection (ITD)
Complete the definition: The placement of an individual _______ in such proximity to a
track that they could be struck by a moving train or on-track piece of equipment or within
________ feet of the field side of the _________ - Answers -item, 4 feet, fouling space
Recognition of _______ and understanding of the space around them within which on-
track safety is required. - Answers -R.R. Track
The functions and responsibilities of various persons involved with _____ safety
procedures - Answers -On-Track
Proper ______ with on-track safety instructions given by persons performing or
responsible for on-track safety functions - Answers -compliance
Signals given by _______ and the proper procedures upon receiving a train approach
warning. The hazards associated with working on or near railroad tracks, including
review of on-track safety rules and procedures - Answers -Watchman
What type or work do roadway workers do (select all that apply) - Answers -Inspection
and construction of railroad track, Maintenance of bridges, Repair of signal and
communication system, Repair of roadway maintenance machinery
True or False: Fouling a track can apply to both people and machinery? - Answers -
True
Within what distance to the track is a roadway worker considered fouling it? - Answers -
4 feet from the nearest running rail
A ______ authorizes movements on controlled track - Answers -Operator/dispatcher
The RWIC is required to be qualified on physical characteristics when their group is
working on - Answers -All tracks
The employee in charge (EIC) is an employee who is in charge of - Answers -A work
group
