Section 3 - Train Operation Exam
Questions with Latest Update
The person operating the train has full responsibility for its safe operation. - Answer-
True
Trains shall be operated in a manner that is consistent with the techniques and
procedures taught in the VTA Light Rail training course unless the train is out of service.
- Answer-False
LRVs shall be operated with the Operator in the standing position, facing forward. -
Answer-False
The Operator shall ensure that the correct Train-to-Wayside Communication (TWC)
codes are entered prior to making any train movements - Answer-True
Operators shall not use any object or device to operate any button on the train's console
panel. - Answer-True
Before leaving the yard, Operators shall inspect their trains in accordance with the
current Vehicle Safety Inspection SOP. - Answer-True
Do not exceed 5 mph while testing the Emergency Stop Mushroom. - Answer-False
Prior to being relieved, the Operator shall ensure that a copy of the "current" Train
Orders, Special Instructions, a signed and updated defect card - Answer-True
When making a relief, the Relief Operator shall review and sign the Defect Card at the
end of the line, then contact OCC as soon as possible. - Answer-False
As soon as practical after making a relief, a running brake test shall be performed. -
Answer-True
If the relief Operator fails to appear at the scheduled time and location, the Operator
due to be relieved shall not notify OCC immediately and continue in service. This rule
also applies to fallback procedures. - Answer-False
Trains shall not leave a station or terminal ahead of schedule unless directed to do so
by OCC. - Answer-True
Trains shall not be delayed unnecessarily. - Answer-True
, When late leaving a terminal, Train Operators shall notify OCC no more than two (2)
minutes after their scheduled departure time to advise of the delay and of the
anticipated duration of the delay. - Answer-True
Train Operators shall not close passenger doors in advance of the scheduled departure
time from any station - Answer-True
Immediately prior to departure from a terminal or after waiting at a time point, a loud bell
audible warning shall be used to alert passengers on the platform of the imminent
departure. - Answer-False
VTA Employees shall not obstruct or tamper with onboard cameras. - Answer-True
Except for gated grade crossings, when approaching emergency vehicles are seen or
heard, Operators shall STOP their train clear of intersections and place the inverser in
neutral until emergency vehicles have passed. - Answer-True
When an LRV has set a crossing gate in motion and an emergency vehicle is seen or
heard, the Operator shall continue through the intersection at Restricted Speed. -
Answer-False, the LRV shall continue through the intersection at normal (posted) speed
When a train is stopped at a station and has not yet passed beyond the TWC loop, and
emergency vehicles are approaching the gated grade crossing with lights and sirens,
the Operator shall cancel the request for the crossing gates, then place the inverser in
neutral until it is safe to proceed. - Answer-True
Only one train per track is allowed in any city block unless a CLOSE-UP is authorized
by OCC. - Answer-True
When authorized to "CLOSE-UP", train speed shall not exceed the posted speed when
sharing a city block with the train ahead. - Answer-False, trains shall not exceed
Restricted Speed when sharing a city block
Historic Streetcars may CLOSE-UP without OCC permission while adhering to the
same speed limitations. - Answer-True
LRVs shall close up to Historic Streetcars using the close-up procedure. - Answer-False
VTA employees shall be alert for defective switch points, overhead wires, signals,
tracks, crossing gates, substations, and any other condition that would make the
passage of trains unsafe. - Answer-True
When any defect or unsafe condition is observed on the track of any adjacent railroad,
or in any area adjacent to the tracks, the operator will note it on the defect card. -
Answer-False
Questions with Latest Update
The person operating the train has full responsibility for its safe operation. - Answer-
True
Trains shall be operated in a manner that is consistent with the techniques and
procedures taught in the VTA Light Rail training course unless the train is out of service.
- Answer-False
LRVs shall be operated with the Operator in the standing position, facing forward. -
Answer-False
The Operator shall ensure that the correct Train-to-Wayside Communication (TWC)
codes are entered prior to making any train movements - Answer-True
Operators shall not use any object or device to operate any button on the train's console
panel. - Answer-True
Before leaving the yard, Operators shall inspect their trains in accordance with the
current Vehicle Safety Inspection SOP. - Answer-True
Do not exceed 5 mph while testing the Emergency Stop Mushroom. - Answer-False
Prior to being relieved, the Operator shall ensure that a copy of the "current" Train
Orders, Special Instructions, a signed and updated defect card - Answer-True
When making a relief, the Relief Operator shall review and sign the Defect Card at the
end of the line, then contact OCC as soon as possible. - Answer-False
As soon as practical after making a relief, a running brake test shall be performed. -
Answer-True
If the relief Operator fails to appear at the scheduled time and location, the Operator
due to be relieved shall not notify OCC immediately and continue in service. This rule
also applies to fallback procedures. - Answer-False
Trains shall not leave a station or terminal ahead of schedule unless directed to do so
by OCC. - Answer-True
Trains shall not be delayed unnecessarily. - Answer-True
, When late leaving a terminal, Train Operators shall notify OCC no more than two (2)
minutes after their scheduled departure time to advise of the delay and of the
anticipated duration of the delay. - Answer-True
Train Operators shall not close passenger doors in advance of the scheduled departure
time from any station - Answer-True
Immediately prior to departure from a terminal or after waiting at a time point, a loud bell
audible warning shall be used to alert passengers on the platform of the imminent
departure. - Answer-False
VTA Employees shall not obstruct or tamper with onboard cameras. - Answer-True
Except for gated grade crossings, when approaching emergency vehicles are seen or
heard, Operators shall STOP their train clear of intersections and place the inverser in
neutral until emergency vehicles have passed. - Answer-True
When an LRV has set a crossing gate in motion and an emergency vehicle is seen or
heard, the Operator shall continue through the intersection at Restricted Speed. -
Answer-False, the LRV shall continue through the intersection at normal (posted) speed
When a train is stopped at a station and has not yet passed beyond the TWC loop, and
emergency vehicles are approaching the gated grade crossing with lights and sirens,
the Operator shall cancel the request for the crossing gates, then place the inverser in
neutral until it is safe to proceed. - Answer-True
Only one train per track is allowed in any city block unless a CLOSE-UP is authorized
by OCC. - Answer-True
When authorized to "CLOSE-UP", train speed shall not exceed the posted speed when
sharing a city block with the train ahead. - Answer-False, trains shall not exceed
Restricted Speed when sharing a city block
Historic Streetcars may CLOSE-UP without OCC permission while adhering to the
same speed limitations. - Answer-True
LRVs shall close up to Historic Streetcars using the close-up procedure. - Answer-False
VTA employees shall be alert for defective switch points, overhead wires, signals,
tracks, crossing gates, substations, and any other condition that would make the
passage of trains unsafe. - Answer-True
When any defect or unsafe condition is observed on the track of any adjacent railroad,
or in any area adjacent to the tracks, the operator will note it on the defect card. -
Answer-False
