Questions with Accurate Answers
Before occupying a controlled track you obtained a legible dispatcher bulletin and
release form that contains the correct names, employee IDs and Train ID. Is this
the only requirement you must have? correct answer Determine that all the
documents correspond to each other
Do which of the following when there is an uncertainty? correct answer Take the
safe course.
How long is a dispatcher message in effect? correct answer Until fulfilled or
cancelled
How long must you retain a dispatcher bulletin? correct answer Entire tour of
duty
True or false: You are being recrewed at a location other than a change point,
Once you are on the train you are authorized to proceed. correct answer False
Unless otherwise specified authorized speed: correct answer Applies to the entire
train unless otherwise specified
What authorizes train speeds? correct answer Dispatcher Messages
Signal Indications
, What is a block signal equipped with a number plate, a G marker, or a P marker
that conveys Restricted Proceed as the most restrictive aspect. correct answer
Intermediate Signal
What is a computer-generated form advising of a dispatcher bulletin number and
the number of train messages it must contain? correct answer Release Form
What is a computer-generated form issued by the train dispatcher containing
current operating instructions that apply to the train addressed as well as
information relating to the most recently issued system and division bulletins?
correct answer Dispatcher Bulletin
What is a publication containing instructions and other essential information
relating to the movement of trains or equipment? correct answer Timetable
What is a speed that permits stopping within one-half the range of vision it also
permits the stopping short of a train, car, on track equipment, obstruction, stop
signal, derail, or improperly lined switch not to exceed 15 MPH? correct answer
Restricted Speed
What is a trains Non Signaled Siding max speed? correct answer 25 MPH
What is information contained in timetables, system bulletins, division bulletins,
and CSX Procedural instruction manuals? correct answer Special Instructions
What is required before operating on a subdivision that is not listed in the
dispatcher bulletin? correct answer Form EC-1