CSX Week 1 Conductor Training Test Review: Study Guide & Practice Qs/ Answers with Rationales. 2025/26 UPDATES.

CSX Week 1 Conductor Training Test Review: Study Guide & Practice Qs/ Answers with Rationales. 2025/26 UPDATES. About This Review Guide: This CSX Conductor Training Week 1 Test Review is designed to help new trainees pass their first assessment with confidence. Covering all major Week 1 topics—including safety rules, basic signals, operating procedures, terminology, and conductor responsibilities—this guide includes review notes, practice questions, and memory tips to set you up for success in the field and in the classroom. A block signal equipped with a number plate, a G marker, or a P marker that conveys Restricted Proceed as the most restrictive aspect - -Intermediate Signal A color light, color position light, or semaphore signal that conveys Stop as its most restrictive speed and does NOT have a P marker, C marker, APP marker, or a G marker - -Absolute Signal A computer-generated form advising of a dispatcher bulletin number and the number of messages it must contain. Its address must correspond to the associated dispatcher bulletin. - -Release Form A computer-generated form issued by the train dispatcher containing current operating instructions that apply to the train addressed as well as information relating to the most recently issued system and division bulletins - -Dispatcher Bulletin A computer-generated or hand-written document consisting of tonnage graph, Restricted or special handling list, CT-168, Hazmat forms, and train listing and Hazmat Endorsements - -CSX Train Documentation A form used to record specific instructions or dispatcher messages from the train dispatcher regarding movements on controlled track - -Form EC-1 A PUBLICATION containing instructions and other essential information relating to the movement of trains or equipment - -Timetable A substance or material in railcars or containers in railcars for transportation that the Secretary of Transportation has determined to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce. - -Hazardous Material (Hazmat) A written or electronically transmitted special instruction issued by the OPERATING RULES DEPT. concerning the safety or employees and the movement of trains. - -System Bulletin Any shipment that exceeds a published clearance limitation for the specified route of movement and/or requires specific operating handling procedures for safe movement. - -Clearance Implicated Shipment Before entering, using, or dispatching controlled track, each employee must have his/her own copy of ...? - -1) System Bulletin. 2) Timetable Before lining a switch or derail, an employee must? - -1) Ensure that any preceeding movement has passed clearance points. 2) Ensure that the device is not locked, spiked, or tagged "out of service" By Definition, what is the location in a turnout where it is unsafe to pass on an adjacent track? - Clearance Point Define "Limited Speed" - -45mph Define "Medium Speed" - -30 mph Define "Restricted Speed" - -A speed that permits stopping within one-half the range of vision. It also permits stopping short of a train, car, on-track equipment, obstructions, stop signals, derails, or improperly lined switches. "IT PERMITS LOOKING OUT FOR BROKEN RAIL" It is not to exceed 15 mph until the entire movement has cleared turnouts, crossovers, and power operated switches. Define "Slow Speed" - -15 mph Do not ride on a car with a grab bar that is less than ___________ above the ground - -12" Employees are prohibited from using alcohol... - -1) On duty, or reporting for duty. 2) on CSX Property, Vehicles, or facilities provided by CSX Employees must know and comply with the rules, instructions, and procedures that govern duties. They must also comply with the instructions of a Supervisor or Trainmaster/Yardmaster. In the event of a conflict, what should an employee do? - -Take the safe cour