GCOR REVIEW EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What is the definition of a controlled signal? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅An absolute signal controlled
by a control operator.
What is the definition of Signal Indication? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The action required by the
signal aspect.
What is the definition of Main track? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A track extending through yards and
between stations that must not be occupied without authority or protection.
What is the definition of a Fixed Signal - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A signal that is fixed to a location
permanently and that indicates a condition affecting train movement.
What is the definition of a Signal aspect? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The appearance of a fixed or cab
signal.
What is the definition of a block? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A length of track between consecutive
block signals and between a block signal and the end of block system limits or in ATC limits, the use of
which is governed by cab signals and/or block signals.
What is the definition of a proceed indication? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Any block signal indication
that allows a train to proceed without stopping.
What is the definition of a block system? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A block or series of consecutive
blocks within ABS, ACS, CTC, or interlocking limits.
What is the definition of CTC? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A block system that uses block signal
indications to authorize train movements.
What is the definition of Double Track? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Two main tracks where the
current of traffic on one track is in a specified direction and in the opposite direction on the other.
,What is the definition of interlocking limits? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The tracks between outer
opposing absolute signals of an interlocking.
What is the definition of a track bulletin? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A notice of conditions affecting
train movement. It may also authorize movements against the current of traffic where Rule 9.14
(Movement with the Current of Traffic) is in effect.
When a train is required to move at restricted speed, movement must be made at a speed that allows
what? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Stopping within half the range of vision short of Trains, Engines,
Railroad Cars, Men or equipment, Stop signals, Derail or switch lined improperly.
Employees must be careful to prevent injuring themselves or others. They must be __________ and
________________ when performing their duties and plan their work to avoid ____________. -
CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Alert, Attentive, Injury.
When a report is received from the field of accidents, injuries or track or mechanical defects, the train
dispatcher must?
And if in doubt whether it is safe to operate trains through the area? - CORRECT
ANSWER✅✅✅Ensure that the necessary safeguards are provided as soon as possible.
Require trains to stop.
When responding to a report of injuries, the dispatcher is required to what? (4 items) - CORRECT
ANSWER✅✅✅1. Obtain exact location.
2. Protect the location.
3. Notify Response Management Control Center.
4. Give this priority over other duties.
All cases of personal injury while on duty must be immediately reported. If you incur a personal injury
off duty that will affect your performance, what must you do? (2 items) - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1.
Report to the proper manager as soon as possible.
2. Complete the prescribed written form before returning to service.
, Before divulging information that relates to the operation of the railroad such as an accident or injury,
the dispatcher must? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Require identification.
Who would be authorized to receive information regarding accidents or injuries that relates to railroad
operation? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Employees of the railroad.
2. Others that are authorized to receive the information.
List the hierarchy of documents from the top to the bottom. - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Track
Bulletins
2. Subdivision General Orders
3. Subdivision Special Instructions (Timetable)
4. System General Orders
5. System Special Instructions (SSI)
6. General Code of Operating Rules
7. Train Dispatcher and Control Operator Bulletins (TDCOB)
8. Rules Governing Dispatchers and Control Operators (RTDCO)
9. Office Notices, Standard Processes, F.Y.I. Instructions, HDC Communiques, Other Instructions,
Superintendent Bulletins
Name 4 attributes regarding General Orders. - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Are numbered
consecutively.
2. Issued and cancelled by the designated manger.
3. Information and instructions related to rules and operating practices.
4. Replace any rule, special instruction, or regulation that conflicts with the general order.
The train dispatcher is required to report to the Corridor Director/Manger and, if necessary, proper
authority any irregularities that pertain to: (4 items) - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Train movement.
2. Operation of signals or related apparatus.
3. Handling or execution of track bulletins or track warrants.
4. Compliance with or apparent lack of understanding of the rules.
What is the definition of a controlled signal? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅An absolute signal controlled
by a control operator.
What is the definition of Signal Indication? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The action required by the
signal aspect.
What is the definition of Main track? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A track extending through yards and
between stations that must not be occupied without authority or protection.
What is the definition of a Fixed Signal - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A signal that is fixed to a location
permanently and that indicates a condition affecting train movement.
What is the definition of a Signal aspect? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The appearance of a fixed or cab
signal.
What is the definition of a block? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A length of track between consecutive
block signals and between a block signal and the end of block system limits or in ATC limits, the use of
which is governed by cab signals and/or block signals.
What is the definition of a proceed indication? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Any block signal indication
that allows a train to proceed without stopping.
What is the definition of a block system? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A block or series of consecutive
blocks within ABS, ACS, CTC, or interlocking limits.
What is the definition of CTC? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A block system that uses block signal
indications to authorize train movements.
What is the definition of Double Track? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Two main tracks where the
current of traffic on one track is in a specified direction and in the opposite direction on the other.
,What is the definition of interlocking limits? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅The tracks between outer
opposing absolute signals of an interlocking.
What is the definition of a track bulletin? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅A notice of conditions affecting
train movement. It may also authorize movements against the current of traffic where Rule 9.14
(Movement with the Current of Traffic) is in effect.
When a train is required to move at restricted speed, movement must be made at a speed that allows
what? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Stopping within half the range of vision short of Trains, Engines,
Railroad Cars, Men or equipment, Stop signals, Derail or switch lined improperly.
Employees must be careful to prevent injuring themselves or others. They must be __________ and
________________ when performing their duties and plan their work to avoid ____________. -
CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Alert, Attentive, Injury.
When a report is received from the field of accidents, injuries or track or mechanical defects, the train
dispatcher must?
And if in doubt whether it is safe to operate trains through the area? - CORRECT
ANSWER✅✅✅Ensure that the necessary safeguards are provided as soon as possible.
Require trains to stop.
When responding to a report of injuries, the dispatcher is required to what? (4 items) - CORRECT
ANSWER✅✅✅1. Obtain exact location.
2. Protect the location.
3. Notify Response Management Control Center.
4. Give this priority over other duties.
All cases of personal injury while on duty must be immediately reported. If you incur a personal injury
off duty that will affect your performance, what must you do? (2 items) - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1.
Report to the proper manager as soon as possible.
2. Complete the prescribed written form before returning to service.
, Before divulging information that relates to the operation of the railroad such as an accident or injury,
the dispatcher must? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅Require identification.
Who would be authorized to receive information regarding accidents or injuries that relates to railroad
operation? - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Employees of the railroad.
2. Others that are authorized to receive the information.
List the hierarchy of documents from the top to the bottom. - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Track
Bulletins
2. Subdivision General Orders
3. Subdivision Special Instructions (Timetable)
4. System General Orders
5. System Special Instructions (SSI)
6. General Code of Operating Rules
7. Train Dispatcher and Control Operator Bulletins (TDCOB)
8. Rules Governing Dispatchers and Control Operators (RTDCO)
9. Office Notices, Standard Processes, F.Y.I. Instructions, HDC Communiques, Other Instructions,
Superintendent Bulletins
Name 4 attributes regarding General Orders. - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Are numbered
consecutively.
2. Issued and cancelled by the designated manger.
3. Information and instructions related to rules and operating practices.
4. Replace any rule, special instruction, or regulation that conflicts with the general order.
The train dispatcher is required to report to the Corridor Director/Manger and, if necessary, proper
authority any irregularities that pertain to: (4 items) - CORRECT ANSWER✅✅✅1. Train movement.
2. Operation of signals or related apparatus.
3. Handling or execution of track bulletins or track warrants.
4. Compliance with or apparent lack of understanding of the rules.
