Lirr block operator Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

LIRR BLOCK OPERATORBlock - correct answer A length of track of defined limits, the use of which is governed by block signal, block limit signal, automatic speed control , or any combination thereof. Absolute Block - correct answer A block established between block stations, block limit stations, interlocking or any combination thereof which must not be occupied by more than one train except as provided by the rule. Block Signal System - correct answer A series of consecutive block. Auto...

LIRR BLOCK OPERATORBlock - correct answer A length of track of defined limits, the use of which is governed by block signal, block limit signal, automatic speed control , or any combination thereof. Absolute Block - correct answer A block established between block stations, block limit stations, interlocking or any combination thereof which must not be occupied by more than one train except as provided by the rule. Block Signal System - correct answer A series of consecutive block. Auto...

LIRR 2yr BORT or F - You must sound 14L in a Quiet Zone if there are roadway workers present. - correct answer True How do you proceed if the cab signal indicator and a fixed signal conflict? - correct answer The more restrictive indication will govern What tracks in Penn Station can a westbound train get to from Line 4? - correct answer 14-21 Line 1 & 2: 5 to 17 Line 3 & 4: 14 to 21 What authority is needed for a reverse move in an interlocking? - correct answer Proper interlocking s...

LIRR Authorities(Signals) To Pass a fixed signal indicating stop Zone C - Rule 241, Form L Zone A - Verbal permission from the Console Operator PSCC Rule 28A (pg. 31) & Special Instruction 2010-A (pg. I-96) (Track Cars) Track car to enter a block at a block station in Manual Block Signal System territory Hand sign or verbal permission from the Block Operator in addition to proper block signal aspect Rule 80B (pg. 38) (Track Cars) Track car to run by block signal indication in A...

LIRR 2yr BORT or F - You must sound 14L in a Quiet Zone if there are roadway workers present. - correct answer True How do you proceed if the cab signal indicator and a fixed signal conflict? - correct answer The more restrictive indication will govern What tracks in Penn Station can a westbound train get to from Line 4? - correct answer 14-21 Line 1 & 2: 5 to 17 Line 3 & 4: 14 to 21 What authority is needed for a reverse move in an interlocking? - correct answer Proper interlocking s...

LIRR Authorities (Signals) To Pass a fixed signal indicating stop Zone C - Rule 241, Form L Zone A - Verbal permission from the Console Operator PSCC Rule 28A (pg. 31) & Special Instruction 2010-A (pg. I-96) (Track Cars) Track car to enter a block at a block station in Manual Block Signal System territory Hand sign or verbal permission from the Block Operator in addition to proper block signal aspect Rule 80B (pg. 38) (Track Cars) Track car to run by block signal indication in...

LIRR Phase 1 Rules Rule 87 - correct answer On single track where Rule 251 is in effect inferior trains must clear the time and block of opposing regular trains by no less than five minutes unless provided by Form L. When an inferior train is unable to clear the main track a crewmember must protect the head end as provided by Rule 99. Note: When assisting a train by Form L line 1B authority, the assisting train may run on the scheduled time of the disabled train on any portion of track in whic...

LIRR Verbatim Rules 2017251 - correct answer On portions of the railroad and on tracks specified in the timetable, trains will run with reference to other trains in the same direction by block signals whose indications will supersede the superiority of trains 261 - correct answer On portions of the railroad and on tracks specified in the timetable, trains will be governed by block signals whose indications will supersede the superiority of trains for both opposing and following movements on t...

LIRR DefinitionsWORKING LIMITS - correct answer A segment of track with definite boundaries upon which trains may move only as authorized by the roadway worker in charge of that segment of track. AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM - correct answer A system so arranged that its operation will automatically result in the following: A full service application of the train brakes if, while operating under a speed restriction, the speed of the train exceeds the predetermined rate. The application will...

LIRR BOOK OF RULES Rules 201-238 Quiz (Form L SRF TSRB)Form L's are in effect for how long? Form D? - correct answer Until Fulfilled, Superseded, Canceled or become Void. (Rule 204) Form D (NYT 2006)- until Fulfilled or Cancelled Any part of a Form L specifying a particular movement may be either _______________ or ______________. - correct answer Superseded, annulled (Rule 204) What must be done with a Form L after being fulfilled, superseded, annulled or cancelled if copied by radio?...