CSX Conductor Training Test 2 | Questions with Verified Answers
What is Authorized speed? The maximum speed of trains or on track equipment is authorized to operate
Train speeds are authorized by; Dispatcher messages, signal indication
A authorized train speed; Must NOT be exceeded, applies to the whole train, must be observed even if
wayside signs are not displayed, must be the lowest of the specified speeds if a
conflict exists
What is limited speed? Not exceeding 45 mph
What is medium speed? Not exceeding 30 mph
What is slow speed? Not exceeding 15 mph
What is restricted speed? Speed that permits stopping within one half the range of vision . Not exceeding 15
mph until entire train clears crossovers, manual and powered switches. Does not
exceed 20 mph
Trains using other than main or signal tracks, train must 25 mph on non-signaled sidings, 15 mph to or from main track operating through
not exceed; hand operated switches, 10 mph on other than main tracks or signaled tracks
unless otherwise specified in special instructions (yard sidings)
What is the speed in yards/yard tracks? 10 mph
What is the speed on maintenance/repair tracks? 5 mph
Trains operating on excepted track cannot exceed? 10 mph
Crew members must notify the engineer on any condition Requires the train to reduce speed or stop. No more than 5 miles before and no
that? less than 2 miles before.
If a engineer fails to control the train on accordance with Direct the engineer to slow down when less than 5 mph over the speed limit, direct
authorized speed, crew members must; the engineer to stop the train when 5 mph or more over the speed limit.
Where can you find permanent track speeds and what to 1) Special instructions. 2) Authorized speed and the milepost limits of that speed
they specify?
Temporary track speed restrictions are designated by the Authorized speed, limits or restriction, if wayside signs are displayed
dispatcher or form EC-1 that specifies;
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Trains with a single-unit locomotive consist without cars 30 mph
must not exceed?
Trains with a multiple-unit locomotive consist without cars Freight train speeds
must not exceed?
what is a Intermediate signal? A block signal equipped with a number plate, or a P or G marker that conveys
restricted proceed as the most restrictive aspect
Signal Aspect The appearance of a fixed signal as viewed from the direction of an approaching
train
Signal Indication The information conveyed by the aspect of a signal.
When mandatory directives have been fulfilled, annulled, Clearly mark directive with a X and retain a EC-1 for a period up to 7 days
or cancelled employees must;
What is the function of a branch pipe cutout? A device used for cutting out a control valve on a locomotive or car
What is a yard line? A air supply line used in yards and other areas to charge car air brake systems for
testing purposes. (AKA Ground air)
What must you do when uncoupling ground air/ yard lines? Close the angle cocks on both the car and ground air line, operate the bleed valve
to release pressure, uncouple.
What does it mean when a car or cars is Off Air? The air brake system is not being supplied to air pressured 60 psi or more.
To preform a brake test on a train, the rear must have at 75 psi
least?
When must a train receive a class 1 brake test? Where the train is originally assembled, when the train is off air for more than 24 hrs
What must you do prior to doing a class 1 brake test? Ensuring all air hoses are in serviceable condition and properly coupled. All angle
cocks, cutout cocks, and end cocks are properly positioned.
What does a class 1 brake test include? Ensuring the rear of train has at least 75 psi, leakage test, making a 20 psi brake
pipe reduction, both sides of the cars are inspected and all moving parts of the
brake system are functioning, Brake pipe is restored on rear by a release.
Before cars are added at a intermediate terminal they must The class one on the original train is null.
receive a class one brake test otherwise?
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What is Authorized speed? The maximum speed of trains or on track equipment is authorized to operate
Train speeds are authorized by; Dispatcher messages, signal indication
A authorized train speed; Must NOT be exceeded, applies to the whole train, must be observed even if
wayside signs are not displayed, must be the lowest of the specified speeds if a
conflict exists
What is limited speed? Not exceeding 45 mph
What is medium speed? Not exceeding 30 mph
What is slow speed? Not exceeding 15 mph
What is restricted speed? Speed that permits stopping within one half the range of vision . Not exceeding 15
mph until entire train clears crossovers, manual and powered switches. Does not
exceed 20 mph
Trains using other than main or signal tracks, train must 25 mph on non-signaled sidings, 15 mph to or from main track operating through
not exceed; hand operated switches, 10 mph on other than main tracks or signaled tracks
unless otherwise specified in special instructions (yard sidings)
What is the speed in yards/yard tracks? 10 mph
What is the speed on maintenance/repair tracks? 5 mph
Trains operating on excepted track cannot exceed? 10 mph
Crew members must notify the engineer on any condition Requires the train to reduce speed or stop. No more than 5 miles before and no
that? less than 2 miles before.
If a engineer fails to control the train on accordance with Direct the engineer to slow down when less than 5 mph over the speed limit, direct
authorized speed, crew members must; the engineer to stop the train when 5 mph or more over the speed limit.
Where can you find permanent track speeds and what to 1) Special instructions. 2) Authorized speed and the milepost limits of that speed
they specify?
Temporary track speed restrictions are designated by the Authorized speed, limits or restriction, if wayside signs are displayed
dispatcher or form EC-1 that specifies;
Stuvia 2026-2027
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Trains with a single-unit locomotive consist without cars 30 mph
must not exceed?
Trains with a multiple-unit locomotive consist without cars Freight train speeds
must not exceed?
what is a Intermediate signal? A block signal equipped with a number plate, or a P or G marker that conveys
restricted proceed as the most restrictive aspect
Signal Aspect The appearance of a fixed signal as viewed from the direction of an approaching
train
Signal Indication The information conveyed by the aspect of a signal.
When mandatory directives have been fulfilled, annulled, Clearly mark directive with a X and retain a EC-1 for a period up to 7 days
or cancelled employees must;
What is the function of a branch pipe cutout? A device used for cutting out a control valve on a locomotive or car
What is a yard line? A air supply line used in yards and other areas to charge car air brake systems for
testing purposes. (AKA Ground air)
What must you do when uncoupling ground air/ yard lines? Close the angle cocks on both the car and ground air line, operate the bleed valve
to release pressure, uncouple.
What does it mean when a car or cars is Off Air? The air brake system is not being supplied to air pressured 60 psi or more.
To preform a brake test on a train, the rear must have at 75 psi
least?
When must a train receive a class 1 brake test? Where the train is originally assembled, when the train is off air for more than 24 hrs
What must you do prior to doing a class 1 brake test? Ensuring all air hoses are in serviceable condition and properly coupled. All angle
cocks, cutout cocks, and end cocks are properly positioned.
What does a class 1 brake test include? Ensuring the rear of train has at least 75 psi, leakage test, making a 20 psi brake
pipe reduction, both sides of the cars are inspected and all moving parts of the
brake system are functioning, Brake pipe is restored on rear by a release.
Before cars are added at a intermediate terminal they must The class one on the original train is null.
receive a class one brake test otherwise?
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