BNSF Train Dispatcher Final Part 1
Main Track [Verbatim] - ✔️✔️A track extending through yards and between stations
that must not be occupied without authority or protection.
Restricted Speed [Verbatim] - ✔️✔️When required to move at restricted speed,
movement must be made at a speed that allows stopping
within half the range of vision short of:
• Train.
• Engine.
• Railroad car.
• Men or equipment fouling the track.
• Stop signal.
or
• Derail or switch lined improperly.
When a train or engine is required to move at restricted speed, the crew must keep a
lookout for broken rail and not exceed 20 MPH.
Comply with these requirements until the leading wheels reach a point where movement
at restricted speed is no longer required.
(6.27)
Train [Verbatim] - ✔️✔️One or more engines coupled, with or without cars, displaying a
marker, and authorized to operate on a main track.
How may rules be issued, canceled or modified? - ✔️✔️Track bulletin, general order or
special instruction
(1.3.1)
How much can watches and clocks be off? - ✔️✔️30 Seconds
(1.48)
Employees must not use the radio to give information to a train or engine crew about
the name, position, aspect, or indication displayed by a fixed signal, unless - ✔️✔️The
information is given between members of the same crew or the information is needed to
warn of an emergency.
(2.12)
Before a field employee reports clear or releases a portion of authority limits, and the
Train Dispatcher/Control Operator accepts the information, what must occur? -
, ✔️✔️The employee will provide their name or other identification and the authority
number to the Train Dispatcher/Control Operator.
At least ______ before a new timetable goes into effect, notification will be made by
________. A _________ _________ will also be issued at least __________ before the
new timetable goes into
effect and continue for ________ after the effective date. - ✔️✔️24 Hours / General
Order / Track Bulletin / 24 Hours / 6 Days
(4.1.1)
The location of absolute signals controlled by a control operator. - ✔️✔️Control Point
A track connection between two adjacent tracks, consisting of two switches, which is
intended to be used primarily for the purpose of crossing over from one track to the
other. - ✔️✔️Crossover
The movement of trains in one direction on a main track, as specified by the rules. -
✔️✔️Current of Traffic
A fixed signal outside a block system that governs the approach to a block signal,
interlocking signal, or switch point indicator. - ✔️✔️Distant Signal
An electrically controlled lock that restricts the use of a hand-operated switch or derail. -
✔️✔️Electric Switch Lock
A block or interlocking signal without a number plate, or designated by an A marker. -
✔️✔️Absolute Signal
A siding within CTC or interlocking limits where a signal indication authorizes the
siding's use. - ✔️✔️Controlled Siding
An absolute signal controlled by a control operator. - ✔️✔️Controlled Signal
The tracks between outer opposing absolute signals of an interlocking -
✔️✔️Interlocking Limits
A movement opposite the authorized direction. - ✔️✔️Reverse Movement
A fixed signal at the entrance of a block that governs trains entering and using that
block. - ✔️✔️Block Signal
A block system that uses block signal indications to authorize train movements. -
✔️✔️Centralized Traffic Control [CTC]
Main Track [Verbatim] - ✔️✔️A track extending through yards and between stations
that must not be occupied without authority or protection.
Restricted Speed [Verbatim] - ✔️✔️When required to move at restricted speed,
movement must be made at a speed that allows stopping
within half the range of vision short of:
• Train.
• Engine.
• Railroad car.
• Men or equipment fouling the track.
• Stop signal.
or
• Derail or switch lined improperly.
When a train or engine is required to move at restricted speed, the crew must keep a
lookout for broken rail and not exceed 20 MPH.
Comply with these requirements until the leading wheels reach a point where movement
at restricted speed is no longer required.
(6.27)
Train [Verbatim] - ✔️✔️One or more engines coupled, with or without cars, displaying a
marker, and authorized to operate on a main track.
How may rules be issued, canceled or modified? - ✔️✔️Track bulletin, general order or
special instruction
(1.3.1)
How much can watches and clocks be off? - ✔️✔️30 Seconds
(1.48)
Employees must not use the radio to give information to a train or engine crew about
the name, position, aspect, or indication displayed by a fixed signal, unless - ✔️✔️The
information is given between members of the same crew or the information is needed to
warn of an emergency.
(2.12)
Before a field employee reports clear or releases a portion of authority limits, and the
Train Dispatcher/Control Operator accepts the information, what must occur? -
, ✔️✔️The employee will provide their name or other identification and the authority
number to the Train Dispatcher/Control Operator.
At least ______ before a new timetable goes into effect, notification will be made by
________. A _________ _________ will also be issued at least __________ before the
new timetable goes into
effect and continue for ________ after the effective date. - ✔️✔️24 Hours / General
Order / Track Bulletin / 24 Hours / 6 Days
(4.1.1)
The location of absolute signals controlled by a control operator. - ✔️✔️Control Point
A track connection between two adjacent tracks, consisting of two switches, which is
intended to be used primarily for the purpose of crossing over from one track to the
other. - ✔️✔️Crossover
The movement of trains in one direction on a main track, as specified by the rules. -
✔️✔️Current of Traffic
A fixed signal outside a block system that governs the approach to a block signal,
interlocking signal, or switch point indicator. - ✔️✔️Distant Signal
An electrically controlled lock that restricts the use of a hand-operated switch or derail. -
✔️✔️Electric Switch Lock
A block or interlocking signal without a number plate, or designated by an A marker. -
✔️✔️Absolute Signal
A siding within CTC or interlocking limits where a signal indication authorizes the
siding's use. - ✔️✔️Controlled Siding
An absolute signal controlled by a control operator. - ✔️✔️Controlled Signal
The tracks between outer opposing absolute signals of an interlocking -
✔️✔️Interlocking Limits
A movement opposite the authorized direction. - ✔️✔️Reverse Movement
A fixed signal at the entrance of a block that governs trains entering and using that
block. - ✔️✔️Block Signal
A block system that uses block signal indications to authorize train movements. -
✔️✔️Centralized Traffic Control [CTC]
