Caltrain RWP Training Exam Questions and Answers |Complete Solutions
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What change in working conditions will require an additional Job Briefing? New people on
the work site, New RWIC or watchman on the work site, A change in the type of work-use of
hand tools to the use of heavy equipment, A change in the location of the work-from beside the
track to on to the track , When protection changes or is released
What should you be able to identify? Who your RWIC is, Your working limits or location, The
type of protection, time limits, what track, place of safety, method of warning, What to do in
case of an emergency
What are the key points of Contractor Job Safety Briefings? Determine Tasks to be
accomplished
Inspect the job site or work area
Break each task into step-by-step procedures
Discuss potential hazards
Determine tool, equipment, material needs and applicable safety rules and procedures
Establish the 15' Circle of Safety around mobile construction equipment and tool operations
What is the Good Faith Challenge? A Good Faith Challenge is made by any Roadway Worker
when the Roadway Worker determines in good faith instructions by the EIC violate OTS rule.
There is a formal procedure to make this Good Faith Challenge, also known as your right to
challenge.
, You have the rights to challenge the following: On-track safety to be used when you believe
the On-track Protection provided is insufficient
On-track Equipment does not comply with FRA regulations or has a condition that inhibits its
safe operation
What should you do when a train is passing and you're working close to tracks with equipment?
Stop all movements.
Dismount the machine/equipment when practical.
What should you do when a train is passing and you're working close to the tracks without
equipment? Clear the "foul" of the track to the pre-designated area of safety.
Acknowledge approaching train by facing the train and raising your hand.
What should you do in an Emergency? If a railroad emergency arises, always notify your
RWIC who will make the necessary calls. If your assessment indicates a need to stop the trains
and other on-track equipment the number to call is:
TO STOP TRAINS IN EMERGENCY: 1-800-872-4660
What's important to remember about how long it takes for a train to stop? It may take a
train up to 1/2 mile to stop, often longer. There are risks to passengers, crew members, and
damage to the train so please ensure if you make a decision to stop a train, you have a true
emergency. If an emergency arises, always notify your RWIC who will make the necessary calls
If RWIC is unavailable during an emergency who should you contact? If RWIC is unavailable
or the matter is urgent, the number to call is:
TRANSIT POLICE: 1-877-789-7245 (SAF-RAIL)
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What change in working conditions will require an additional Job Briefing? New people on
the work site, New RWIC or watchman on the work site, A change in the type of work-use of
hand tools to the use of heavy equipment, A change in the location of the work-from beside the
track to on to the track , When protection changes or is released
What should you be able to identify? Who your RWIC is, Your working limits or location, The
type of protection, time limits, what track, place of safety, method of warning, What to do in
case of an emergency
What are the key points of Contractor Job Safety Briefings? Determine Tasks to be
accomplished
Inspect the job site or work area
Break each task into step-by-step procedures
Discuss potential hazards
Determine tool, equipment, material needs and applicable safety rules and procedures
Establish the 15' Circle of Safety around mobile construction equipment and tool operations
What is the Good Faith Challenge? A Good Faith Challenge is made by any Roadway Worker
when the Roadway Worker determines in good faith instructions by the EIC violate OTS rule.
There is a formal procedure to make this Good Faith Challenge, also known as your right to
challenge.
, You have the rights to challenge the following: On-track safety to be used when you believe
the On-track Protection provided is insufficient
On-track Equipment does not comply with FRA regulations or has a condition that inhibits its
safe operation
What should you do when a train is passing and you're working close to tracks with equipment?
Stop all movements.
Dismount the machine/equipment when practical.
What should you do when a train is passing and you're working close to the tracks without
equipment? Clear the "foul" of the track to the pre-designated area of safety.
Acknowledge approaching train by facing the train and raising your hand.
What should you do in an Emergency? If a railroad emergency arises, always notify your
RWIC who will make the necessary calls. If your assessment indicates a need to stop the trains
and other on-track equipment the number to call is:
TO STOP TRAINS IN EMERGENCY: 1-800-872-4660
What's important to remember about how long it takes for a train to stop? It may take a
train up to 1/2 mile to stop, often longer. There are risks to passengers, crew members, and
damage to the train so please ensure if you make a decision to stop a train, you have a true
emergency. If an emergency arises, always notify your RWIC who will make the necessary calls
If RWIC is unavailable during an emergency who should you contact? If RWIC is unavailable
or the matter is urgent, the number to call is:
TRANSIT POLICE: 1-877-789-7245 (SAF-RAIL)
