RWP EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
What must happen if a work group wants to occupy the working limits of another work
group?
A. EIC of the requesting work group must contact the Dispatcher & receive authority
B. EIC of the requesting work group must have a job briefing w/ the RWIC of the
working limits
C. EIC of the requesting.... Must place flags to designate their work area within the
working limits of the other group
D. EIC of the ... must station watchmen at both ends of their work area within the
working limits of work group - Answer-B. EIC of the requesting work group must have a
job briefing w/ the RWIC of the working limits
If an RWIC has an EIC's work group within his/her limits (Joint Occupancy), when can
the RWIC release the working limits?
A. Once all of the RWIC's work group has completed the work to be done for that shift.
B. Once all Flagmen have been relieved
C. Once the EIC has reported clear of the working limits.
D. Once the EIC's work group has begun their operation. - Answer-C. Once the EIC has
reported clear of the working limits.
When transferring authority to another RWIC, what does the Current RWIC have to
ensure? (Choose all that apply)
A. All workers are clear of tracks (not fouling).
B. Derails have been set at both ends of the working limits.
C. Form D has been filled out correctly.
D. All equipment is clear of tracks under foul time. - Answer-C. Form D has been filled
out correctly
Who fills out the Transfer of Authority Form?
A. Relief RWIC
B. Relief EIC
C. Current RWIC
D. Current EIC - Answer-A. Relief RWIC
Crossing Tracks
, Stop and Look ____ ways before proceeding. Cross directly over the tracks at ____
degrees. Do not step on the _____ or in between switches. If unable to cross safely,
establish on-track protection, or find somewhere else that is safe to. - Answer-Both, 90,
rails
A train traveling at 125 MPH can take up to ___ to stop in case of an emergency.
A. 2 miles
B. 5 minutes
C. 10 minutes
D. 1 mile - Answer-A. 2 miles
What are key things to remember when crossing tracks? Select all that apply.
A. Cross directly over the track at 75 degrees
B. Stop and look both ways before proceeding
C. If you can't cross safely, do not cross
D. Set derails in derailing position - Answer-A, B, C
How far do 2 pieces of standing equipment have to be away from each other in order for
a Roadway Worker to cross between them?
A. 10 feet
B. 15 feet
C. 20 feet
D. 50 feet - Answer-D. 50 feet
When should a Roadway Worker use the Good Faith Challenge?
A. When they feel that they are too sick to work.
B. When they feel a directive will violate an operating or safety rule.
C. When they disagree with their work schedule.
D. When they need to leave their post to take an emergency call. - Answer-B. When
they feel a directive will violate an operating or safety rule.
What is the meaning of the acronym of PTC?
A. Positive train conduction
B. Positive train control
C. Position train control
D. Position train conduction - Answer-B. Positive Train Control
The purpose of a PTC system is to?
A. To ensure the safe movement of train relevant to speed and braking
B. To detect other trains ahead
C. To act as a GPS for dispatch to identify your location
D. To fully operate the locomotive under the Engineer's supervision - Answer-A. To
ensure the safe movement of train relevant to speed and braking
CORRECT ANSWERS
What must happen if a work group wants to occupy the working limits of another work
group?
A. EIC of the requesting work group must contact the Dispatcher & receive authority
B. EIC of the requesting work group must have a job briefing w/ the RWIC of the
working limits
C. EIC of the requesting.... Must place flags to designate their work area within the
working limits of the other group
D. EIC of the ... must station watchmen at both ends of their work area within the
working limits of work group - Answer-B. EIC of the requesting work group must have a
job briefing w/ the RWIC of the working limits
If an RWIC has an EIC's work group within his/her limits (Joint Occupancy), when can
the RWIC release the working limits?
A. Once all of the RWIC's work group has completed the work to be done for that shift.
B. Once all Flagmen have been relieved
C. Once the EIC has reported clear of the working limits.
D. Once the EIC's work group has begun their operation. - Answer-C. Once the EIC has
reported clear of the working limits.
When transferring authority to another RWIC, what does the Current RWIC have to
ensure? (Choose all that apply)
A. All workers are clear of tracks (not fouling).
B. Derails have been set at both ends of the working limits.
C. Form D has been filled out correctly.
D. All equipment is clear of tracks under foul time. - Answer-C. Form D has been filled
out correctly
Who fills out the Transfer of Authority Form?
A. Relief RWIC
B. Relief EIC
C. Current RWIC
D. Current EIC - Answer-A. Relief RWIC
Crossing Tracks
, Stop and Look ____ ways before proceeding. Cross directly over the tracks at ____
degrees. Do not step on the _____ or in between switches. If unable to cross safely,
establish on-track protection, or find somewhere else that is safe to. - Answer-Both, 90,
rails
A train traveling at 125 MPH can take up to ___ to stop in case of an emergency.
A. 2 miles
B. 5 minutes
C. 10 minutes
D. 1 mile - Answer-A. 2 miles
What are key things to remember when crossing tracks? Select all that apply.
A. Cross directly over the track at 75 degrees
B. Stop and look both ways before proceeding
C. If you can't cross safely, do not cross
D. Set derails in derailing position - Answer-A, B, C
How far do 2 pieces of standing equipment have to be away from each other in order for
a Roadway Worker to cross between them?
A. 10 feet
B. 15 feet
C. 20 feet
D. 50 feet - Answer-D. 50 feet
When should a Roadway Worker use the Good Faith Challenge?
A. When they feel that they are too sick to work.
B. When they feel a directive will violate an operating or safety rule.
C. When they disagree with their work schedule.
D. When they need to leave their post to take an emergency call. - Answer-B. When
they feel a directive will violate an operating or safety rule.
What is the meaning of the acronym of PTC?
A. Positive train conduction
B. Positive train control
C. Position train control
D. Position train conduction - Answer-B. Positive Train Control
The purpose of a PTC system is to?
A. To ensure the safe movement of train relevant to speed and braking
B. To detect other trains ahead
C. To act as a GPS for dispatch to identify your location
D. To fully operate the locomotive under the Engineer's supervision - Answer-A. To
ensure the safe movement of train relevant to speed and braking
