Amtrak norac b 2025 terms,
speeds,signs well answered
Automatic Block Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A block signal that is activated either by track
circuit or in conjunction with interlocking or controlled point circuit this block signal
automatically indicates track condition and block occupancy
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS) - correct answer ✔✔ A block signal system in which the
use of each block is governed by an automatic block signal, cab signal, or both.
Block - correct answer ✔✔ A length of track of defined limits, the use of which is governed by
block signals, block-limit signals, automatic speed control or any combination thereof.
Block Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A fixed signal displayed to trains at the entrance of a block to
govern use of the block
Blocking Device - correct answer ✔✔ A method of control that prohibits the operation of a
switch or signal, restricts access to a section of track or is used to protect conditions specific to
operating rule(s).
Blue signal - correct answer ✔✔ A clearly distinguishable blue flag, blue light or blue tag by day,
or a blue light or blue tag by night. When displayed, it signifies that workers are on, under or
between equipment.
Bulletin Order (BO) - correct answer ✔✔ A publication used to notify employees of changes to
rules, procedures, or other instructions affecting the movement of trains. Bulletin Orders are
issued periodically by the designated officer.
, Cab Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A signal that is located in the engine control compartment and
which indicates track occupancy or condition. The cab signal is used in conjunction with
interlocking signals and with or in lieu of block signals.
Control Station - correct answer ✔✔ The Dispatcher's office or the location where the Operator
is on duty, from which remote control signal appliances or switches are operated.
Controlled Point (CP) - correct answer ✔✔ a station designated in the the timetable where
signals are remotely controlled from the control station
Controlled Siding (CS) - correct answer ✔✔ A circuited siding in which both ends are controlled
and governed by signals under the control of a Dispatcher or Operator.
Crossing at grade - correct answer ✔✔ Two or more routes that intersect at the same level.
Crossing at Grade may refer to a railroad or highway crossing at grade.
Crossover - correct answer ✔✔ A combination of two switches connecting two adjacent tracks.
When lined, this switch combination allows movements to cross from one track to the other.
Current of traffic - correct answer ✔✔ The assigned direction of movement on a Rule 251 main
track, as specified in the Timetable.
Derail - correct answer ✔✔ A track safety device designed to guide a car off the rails at a
selected spot as a means of protection against collisions or other accidents.
Distant Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A fixed signal used to govern the approach to a home signal.
Division Notice (DN) - correct answer ✔✔ A publication issued periodically by the designated
officer, which contains instructions or information which do not affect the movement of trains.
speeds,signs well answered
Automatic Block Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A block signal that is activated either by track
circuit or in conjunction with interlocking or controlled point circuit this block signal
automatically indicates track condition and block occupancy
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS) - correct answer ✔✔ A block signal system in which the
use of each block is governed by an automatic block signal, cab signal, or both.
Block - correct answer ✔✔ A length of track of defined limits, the use of which is governed by
block signals, block-limit signals, automatic speed control or any combination thereof.
Block Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A fixed signal displayed to trains at the entrance of a block to
govern use of the block
Blocking Device - correct answer ✔✔ A method of control that prohibits the operation of a
switch or signal, restricts access to a section of track or is used to protect conditions specific to
operating rule(s).
Blue signal - correct answer ✔✔ A clearly distinguishable blue flag, blue light or blue tag by day,
or a blue light or blue tag by night. When displayed, it signifies that workers are on, under or
between equipment.
Bulletin Order (BO) - correct answer ✔✔ A publication used to notify employees of changes to
rules, procedures, or other instructions affecting the movement of trains. Bulletin Orders are
issued periodically by the designated officer.
, Cab Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A signal that is located in the engine control compartment and
which indicates track occupancy or condition. The cab signal is used in conjunction with
interlocking signals and with or in lieu of block signals.
Control Station - correct answer ✔✔ The Dispatcher's office or the location where the Operator
is on duty, from which remote control signal appliances or switches are operated.
Controlled Point (CP) - correct answer ✔✔ a station designated in the the timetable where
signals are remotely controlled from the control station
Controlled Siding (CS) - correct answer ✔✔ A circuited siding in which both ends are controlled
and governed by signals under the control of a Dispatcher or Operator.
Crossing at grade - correct answer ✔✔ Two or more routes that intersect at the same level.
Crossing at Grade may refer to a railroad or highway crossing at grade.
Crossover - correct answer ✔✔ A combination of two switches connecting two adjacent tracks.
When lined, this switch combination allows movements to cross from one track to the other.
Current of traffic - correct answer ✔✔ The assigned direction of movement on a Rule 251 main
track, as specified in the Timetable.
Derail - correct answer ✔✔ A track safety device designed to guide a car off the rails at a
selected spot as a means of protection against collisions or other accidents.
Distant Signal - correct answer ✔✔ A fixed signal used to govern the approach to a home signal.
Division Notice (DN) - correct answer ✔✔ A publication issued periodically by the designated
officer, which contains instructions or information which do not affect the movement of trains.
