LRM 2601 NEWEST UPDATED FINAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE DETAILED
QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A +
What is the block signal system called in which the use of each block is governed by an
automatic block signal, cab signal or both?
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)
[NORAC p.1]
What is the term for an uncoupled engine (or engines) or the leading portion of a train that is
directed back toward the remaining stationary portion of the same train?
Return Movement
[NORAC p.6]
What type of signal is used to govern the approach to a home signal?
Distant Signal
[NORAC p.3]
The signal that governs the entrance to an interlocking is called what?
Home Signal
[NORAC p.4]
,What is the name of a track that is designated by timetable upon which movements are
authorized by ABS, DCS or interlocking rules?
Main Track
[NORAC p.5]
What publication is used to inform employees of information affecting the movement of trains?
Bulletin Order (BO)
[NORAC p.1]
What publication is used to summarize changes to the timetable and other instruction manuals?
General Order (GO)
[NORAC p.4]
What publication is published periodically which contains instruction and information that does
not affect the movement of trains?
Division Notice (DN)
[NORAC p.3]
What is the Stop Release function?
An operation of the PTC system which allows equipment to be released from a positive stop.
[NORAC p.7]
What is a Positive Train Control System (PTC)?
,An electronic train control system which enforces Normal Speed, Temporary Speed Restrictions,
Stop Signals, or other conditions requiring a train stop. [NORAC p.6]
What is a Data Radio?
A radio used on PTC equipped trains and fixed sites to send and receive PTC data updates and
information. [NORAC p.2]
What is a Transponder?
A device mounted between the rails that transmits location specific information to trains
equipped with on board PTC apparatus.
[NORAC p.8]
What is the speed that does not exceed 15MPH?
Slow Speed
[NORAC p.7]
What is the speed that does not exceed 30MPH?
Medium Speed
[NORAC p.7]
What is the speed that does not exceed 45MPH for passenger trains and 40MPH for freight
trains?
Limited Speed
, [NORAC p.7]
What is the term used for Maximum Authorized Speed?
Normal Speed
[NORAC p.7]
What is the fouling point?
The point on a track beyond which equipment will foul an adjacent track. Fouling points will not
safely accommodate a person riding the side of a car. [NORAC p.4]
Whom should an employee consult if in doubt as to the meaning or application of a rule or
special instruction?
Employees must be familiar with and obey all rules and special instructions that relate to their
duties. If in doubt as to the meaning or application of a rule or special instruction, an employee
must request an explanation from the proper authority.
[NORAC Rule B, p.9]
What required books must employees maintain and have with them on duty?
The operating rules and timetable, if their duties are affected by them.
The safety rules for their department.
The Hazardous Materials Instructions, if they are involved in the shipment of hazardous
materials.
QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A +
What is the block signal system called in which the use of each block is governed by an
automatic block signal, cab signal or both?
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)
[NORAC p.1]
What is the term for an uncoupled engine (or engines) or the leading portion of a train that is
directed back toward the remaining stationary portion of the same train?
Return Movement
[NORAC p.6]
What type of signal is used to govern the approach to a home signal?
Distant Signal
[NORAC p.3]
The signal that governs the entrance to an interlocking is called what?
Home Signal
[NORAC p.4]
,What is the name of a track that is designated by timetable upon which movements are
authorized by ABS, DCS or interlocking rules?
Main Track
[NORAC p.5]
What publication is used to inform employees of information affecting the movement of trains?
Bulletin Order (BO)
[NORAC p.1]
What publication is used to summarize changes to the timetable and other instruction manuals?
General Order (GO)
[NORAC p.4]
What publication is published periodically which contains instruction and information that does
not affect the movement of trains?
Division Notice (DN)
[NORAC p.3]
What is the Stop Release function?
An operation of the PTC system which allows equipment to be released from a positive stop.
[NORAC p.7]
What is a Positive Train Control System (PTC)?
,An electronic train control system which enforces Normal Speed, Temporary Speed Restrictions,
Stop Signals, or other conditions requiring a train stop. [NORAC p.6]
What is a Data Radio?
A radio used on PTC equipped trains and fixed sites to send and receive PTC data updates and
information. [NORAC p.2]
What is a Transponder?
A device mounted between the rails that transmits location specific information to trains
equipped with on board PTC apparatus.
[NORAC p.8]
What is the speed that does not exceed 15MPH?
Slow Speed
[NORAC p.7]
What is the speed that does not exceed 30MPH?
Medium Speed
[NORAC p.7]
What is the speed that does not exceed 45MPH for passenger trains and 40MPH for freight
trains?
Limited Speed
, [NORAC p.7]
What is the term used for Maximum Authorized Speed?
Normal Speed
[NORAC p.7]
What is the fouling point?
The point on a track beyond which equipment will foul an adjacent track. Fouling points will not
safely accommodate a person riding the side of a car. [NORAC p.4]
Whom should an employee consult if in doubt as to the meaning or application of a rule or
special instruction?
Employees must be familiar with and obey all rules and special instructions that relate to their
duties. If in doubt as to the meaning or application of a rule or special instruction, an employee
must request an explanation from the proper authority.
[NORAC Rule B, p.9]
What required books must employees maintain and have with them on duty?
The operating rules and timetable, if their duties are affected by them.
The safety rules for their department.
The Hazardous Materials Instructions, if they are involved in the shipment of hazardous
materials.
