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ABSOLUTE BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS a block established between block limit
signals or controlled signals in which no train is permitted to enter while it is occupied by
another train or equipment.
BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS a length of track of defined limits, the use of which is
governed by block limit signals, cab signals, or Form M.
CONTROLLED BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS the block, or series of consecutive
blocks, between successive controlled signals in Centralized Traffic Control (CTC)
territory.
MANUAL BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS a length of main track between two
successive block limit signals.
DEADHEAD TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS a passenger train on which no revenue
passengers are carried.
ENGINE CORRECT ANSWERS a unit, other than a track car, propelled by any form of
energy, or a combination of such units operated from a single control, used in train or
yard service. Engines include diesel and electric multiple unit cars.
EQUIPMENT CORRECT ANSWERS railroad cars, engines, or track cars.
EXTRA TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS a train not designated by operating schedule or
bulletin order. It may be designated either "Extra" or "Passenger Extra". The direction of
travel must be included in the designation; for example: "Extra 2024 East".
FREIGHT TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS any train that is not a passenger train.
LIGHT ENGINE CORRECT ANSWERS an engine consisting of one or more units
without cars. Does not apply to multiple-unit cars.
M-SERIES EQUIPMENT CORRECT ANSWERS MU passenger cars of the M-3, M-7,
or M-8 series.
NON-SHUNTING EQUIPMENT CORRECT ANSWERS equipment that may not shunt
track circuits, including a single light engine, a single MU car or a single pair of MU cars,
track cars, and equipment indicated in the Special Instructions.
TRACK CAR CORRECT ANSWERS specialized equipment, including highway rail
vehicles, operated on track for inspection or maintenance purposes.
, TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS multiple-unit cars coupled, or an engine, with or without
cars, displaying a marker.
BLOCKING DEVICE REMOVED (BDR) CODE CORRECT ANSWERS a computer
generated, unique, random number transmitted from the Operations Control Center
(OCC) to a Roadway Worker-in-Charge (RWIC) before fouling a track or beginning work
where CTC or Interlocking Rules apply.
INTERLOCKING CORRECT ANSWERS an arrangement of signals and appliances so
interconnected that their movements must succeed each other in proper sequence and
for which interlocking rules are in effect.
INTERLOCKING APPLIANCE CORRECT ANSWERS a movable apparatus within an
interlocking that either allows or prevents movements over designated routes, including
switches, movable frogs, mitre rails, and derails. An interlocking appliance is blocked
when an approved device is applied to the control console that prevents the control for
that appliance from being operated. An interlocking appliance is secured when a
qualified employee either applies an approved device to the appliance that prevents it
from operating, or electrically disables the appliance and mechanically locks it in the
required position.
INTERLOCKING LIMITS CORRECT ANSWERS the tracks between the extreme
opposing signals of an interlocking.
BLOCK LIMIT SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a fixed signal indicating the limit of a
block under Manual Block System (MBS) rules.
CAB SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a signal located in the engine control
compartment indicating a permissible speed.
CONTROLLED SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a fixed signal capable of displaying a
Stop indication that is controlled by the Rail Traffic Controller (RTC).
DISTANT SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a fixed signal used to govern the approach
to an interlocking signal. INDICATION - the information conveyed by the aspect of a
signal.
INTERLOCKING SIGNALS CORRECT ANSWERS the fixed signals of an interlocking.
MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED SPEED (MAS) CORRECT ANSWERS the maximum speed
authorized by the Operating Rules and Special Instructions.
LIMITED SPEED CORRECT ANSWERS not exceeding 45 MPH for passenger trains,
and not exceeding 25 MPH for other trains.
Correct Answers | Verified 2025
ABSOLUTE BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS a block established between block limit
signals or controlled signals in which no train is permitted to enter while it is occupied by
another train or equipment.
BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS a length of track of defined limits, the use of which is
governed by block limit signals, cab signals, or Form M.
CONTROLLED BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS the block, or series of consecutive
blocks, between successive controlled signals in Centralized Traffic Control (CTC)
territory.
MANUAL BLOCK CORRECT ANSWERS a length of main track between two
successive block limit signals.
DEADHEAD TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS a passenger train on which no revenue
passengers are carried.
ENGINE CORRECT ANSWERS a unit, other than a track car, propelled by any form of
energy, or a combination of such units operated from a single control, used in train or
yard service. Engines include diesel and electric multiple unit cars.
EQUIPMENT CORRECT ANSWERS railroad cars, engines, or track cars.
EXTRA TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS a train not designated by operating schedule or
bulletin order. It may be designated either "Extra" or "Passenger Extra". The direction of
travel must be included in the designation; for example: "Extra 2024 East".
FREIGHT TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS any train that is not a passenger train.
LIGHT ENGINE CORRECT ANSWERS an engine consisting of one or more units
without cars. Does not apply to multiple-unit cars.
M-SERIES EQUIPMENT CORRECT ANSWERS MU passenger cars of the M-3, M-7,
or M-8 series.
NON-SHUNTING EQUIPMENT CORRECT ANSWERS equipment that may not shunt
track circuits, including a single light engine, a single MU car or a single pair of MU cars,
track cars, and equipment indicated in the Special Instructions.
TRACK CAR CORRECT ANSWERS specialized equipment, including highway rail
vehicles, operated on track for inspection or maintenance purposes.
, TRAIN CORRECT ANSWERS multiple-unit cars coupled, or an engine, with or without
cars, displaying a marker.
BLOCKING DEVICE REMOVED (BDR) CODE CORRECT ANSWERS a computer
generated, unique, random number transmitted from the Operations Control Center
(OCC) to a Roadway Worker-in-Charge (RWIC) before fouling a track or beginning work
where CTC or Interlocking Rules apply.
INTERLOCKING CORRECT ANSWERS an arrangement of signals and appliances so
interconnected that their movements must succeed each other in proper sequence and
for which interlocking rules are in effect.
INTERLOCKING APPLIANCE CORRECT ANSWERS a movable apparatus within an
interlocking that either allows or prevents movements over designated routes, including
switches, movable frogs, mitre rails, and derails. An interlocking appliance is blocked
when an approved device is applied to the control console that prevents the control for
that appliance from being operated. An interlocking appliance is secured when a
qualified employee either applies an approved device to the appliance that prevents it
from operating, or electrically disables the appliance and mechanically locks it in the
required position.
INTERLOCKING LIMITS CORRECT ANSWERS the tracks between the extreme
opposing signals of an interlocking.
BLOCK LIMIT SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a fixed signal indicating the limit of a
block under Manual Block System (MBS) rules.
CAB SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a signal located in the engine control
compartment indicating a permissible speed.
CONTROLLED SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a fixed signal capable of displaying a
Stop indication that is controlled by the Rail Traffic Controller (RTC).
DISTANT SIGNAL CORRECT ANSWERS a fixed signal used to govern the approach
to an interlocking signal. INDICATION - the information conveyed by the aspect of a
signal.
INTERLOCKING SIGNALS CORRECT ANSWERS the fixed signals of an interlocking.
MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED SPEED (MAS) CORRECT ANSWERS the maximum speed
authorized by the Operating Rules and Special Instructions.
LIMITED SPEED CORRECT ANSWERS not exceeding 45 MPH for passenger trains,
and not exceeding 25 MPH for other trains.
