NORAC RULES EXAM (2025/2026 EDITION)
Actual Exam Questions with Verified Answers | Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee
| Railroad Operations Certification
Overview
This 2025/2026 validated resource contains actual NORAC exam questions with 100%
verified answers, aligned with the current NORAC Operating Rules handbook. Essential for
railroad engineers, conductors, and transportation personnel preparing for certification and
requalification exams.
Key Features
✓ 75-Question Exam matching actual test format
✓ Detailed rule explanations with signal aspects
✓ Track diagram interpretations with situational analysis
✓ Updated 2025/2026 rule changes and amendments
✓ Emergency procedure scenarios and responses
Content Domains
● Signals and Indications (20 Qs)
● Track Warrant Control (15 Qs)
● General Operating Rules (15 Qs)
● Equipment Requirements (10 Qs)
● Emergency Procedures (15 Qs)
Answer Format
Correct answers in bold green with:
● NORAC rule number citations
● Signal aspect explanations
● Situational application notes
● Safety protocol priorities
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Critical Updates 2025/2026
🔹
New communication protocol requirements
🔹
Revised track occupancy procedures
🔹
Updated emergency response timelines
Modified signal system interpretations
1. What is the indication for a red signal?
a) Proceed at restricted speed
b) Stop
c) Proceed at maximum speed
d) Proceed with caution
b) Stop
Rationale: NORAC Rule 281: Red signal indicates stop; do not proceed until cleared.
2. On a track warrant, what does 'track and time' authority mean?
a) Full track occupancy
b) Track occupancy with time limit
c) Time-based movement only
d) No occupancy allowed
b) Track occupancy with time limit
Rationale: NORAC Rule 550: Authorizes occupancy between limits until expiration time.
3. What is the definition of a 'clear signal'?
a) Proceed with caution
b) Proceed at maximum speed
c) Stop
d) Restricted speed
b) Proceed at maximum speed
Rationale: NORAC Rule 281: Clear (green) signal permits unrestricted speed.
4. When is a track warrant required?
a) On single track
b) In signal territory
c) In non-signal territory
d) On double track
c) In non-signal territory
Rationale: NORAC Rule 500: Track warrants authorize movement in territory without signals.
5. What does a yellow signal indicate?
a) Stop
b) Proceed at restricted speed
c) Proceed at maximum speed
d) Proceed with caution
Actual Exam Questions with Verified Answers | Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee
| Railroad Operations Certification
Overview
This 2025/2026 validated resource contains actual NORAC exam questions with 100%
verified answers, aligned with the current NORAC Operating Rules handbook. Essential for
railroad engineers, conductors, and transportation personnel preparing for certification and
requalification exams.
Key Features
✓ 75-Question Exam matching actual test format
✓ Detailed rule explanations with signal aspects
✓ Track diagram interpretations with situational analysis
✓ Updated 2025/2026 rule changes and amendments
✓ Emergency procedure scenarios and responses
Content Domains
● Signals and Indications (20 Qs)
● Track Warrant Control (15 Qs)
● General Operating Rules (15 Qs)
● Equipment Requirements (10 Qs)
● Emergency Procedures (15 Qs)
Answer Format
Correct answers in bold green with:
● NORAC rule number citations
● Signal aspect explanations
● Situational application notes
● Safety protocol priorities
, 🔹
Critical Updates 2025/2026
🔹
New communication protocol requirements
🔹
Revised track occupancy procedures
🔹
Updated emergency response timelines
Modified signal system interpretations
1. What is the indication for a red signal?
a) Proceed at restricted speed
b) Stop
c) Proceed at maximum speed
d) Proceed with caution
b) Stop
Rationale: NORAC Rule 281: Red signal indicates stop; do not proceed until cleared.
2. On a track warrant, what does 'track and time' authority mean?
a) Full track occupancy
b) Track occupancy with time limit
c) Time-based movement only
d) No occupancy allowed
b) Track occupancy with time limit
Rationale: NORAC Rule 550: Authorizes occupancy between limits until expiration time.
3. What is the definition of a 'clear signal'?
a) Proceed with caution
b) Proceed at maximum speed
c) Stop
d) Restricted speed
b) Proceed at maximum speed
Rationale: NORAC Rule 281: Clear (green) signal permits unrestricted speed.
4. When is a track warrant required?
a) On single track
b) In signal territory
c) In non-signal territory
d) On double track
c) In non-signal territory
Rationale: NORAC Rule 500: Track warrants authorize movement in territory without signals.
5. What does a yellow signal indicate?
a) Stop
b) Proceed at restricted speed
c) Proceed at maximum speed
d) Proceed with caution
