LIRR PHASE 1 RULES UPDATED Actual Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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LIRR PHASE 1 RULES
LIRR PHASE 1 RULES UPDATED Actual
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Explain any instance in which a westward regular train would be superior to an eastward
regular train. - CORRECT ANSWER- 1. Superior by Right (Form L Authority)
2. Superior by Direction (Note in the Timetable)
When train se...
LIRR PHASE 1 RULES UPDATED Actual
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
Explain any instance in which a westward regular train would be superior to an eastward
regular train. - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. Superior by Right (Form L Authority)
2. Superior by Direction (Note in the Timetable)
When train service is disrupted...... - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The public must be informed
of the probable length of the interruption and, when ascertained, the time at which service
will be restored.
Anywhere 261.. - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Direction of Traffic
What must employees observe on passing trains? (21) - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔Whenever possible, employees must observe passing trains for the proper display of
headlights, markers, and auxiliary lights.
What are 2 reasons to check an "A-Card" ? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. To ensure that the
proper terminals are listed.
2. To ensure that the proper time is stated.
Use of Signals -Engine Whistle (31)(VB) - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The engine whistle or
horn must be sounded at all places required by rule, special instruction, or law. It must be
sounded at all whistle posts, standard or portable, unless otherwise provided, and when
necessary to prevent accidents.
Use of Signals -Distant Signal (33B) - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔When the engineer of a
train observes a distant signal equipped with a yellow disc on which the letter "D" is shown
in black, the engineer must verbally communicate the name of the aspect to the conductor or
another qualified crew member designated by the conductor, as soon as the signal is clearly
visible. In multiple track territory, the engineer must include the track number.
,The conductor or designated crew member must repeat the signal information to the engineer.
If the conductor or designated crew member fails to repeat the required information, the
engineer must ascertain the reason at the next scheduled stop.
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(Communication Buzzer) - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. When standing- back
2. When running- stop at next passenger station
What is the most restrictive aspect that a signal can display? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1.
Interlocking signal or non interlocked Home signal - Stop Signal
2.Manual Block Signal- Stop Signal
3. Automatic Signal- Stop and Proceed
4. Distant Signal
- Automatic Block- Stop and Proceed
- Manual Block- Caution
K Card Annulment- En Route (325) - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The following will apply
when it is necessary for a train dispatcher to annul Clearance Card Form K when the affected
train is en route.
Once the train is stopped, the conductor must report the train's location and that the engineer
has been informed in person of the planned annulment.
Clearance Card Form K is anulled when a train clears a main track and reports clear of the
block. The block operator must obtain control of the block before permitting a train to re-
enter the block.
Good Faith Challenges may be issued in regard to what specific areas? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔1. Handling of Switches (hand operated or in hand operation)
2. Handling of derails
3. Shoving or Pushing Equipment
, 4.Leaving equipment in the clear.
What is the procedure between the engineer and qualified employee when laying up
equipment? (103A) - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The engineer must rely on the qualified
employee to initiate a stop and position the train appropriately
Where Clearance point signs are installed movements may be stopped by engineer at location
indicated by sign when necessary to access tracks in the opposite direction.
The engineer must not rely on physical characteristics or other features in the vicinity for
final placement of the train.
The qualified employee must not rely on the engineer to initiate a stop for final placement of
the train.
When must employees expect the movement of trains - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔They
must expect the movement of trains or cars at any time, on any track, in either direction.
What must be done when a train clears the main track at a hand operated switch or crosses
over and the switches have been restored to the normal position? - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔The crew must contact the Train Dispatcher through the Block Operator to report clear of
the block. The report must include that the main track switch has been lined normal and
locked.
Whenever asked about reverse movements in 261 territory your answer is? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔Rule 262 Verbatim
A yellow speed limit sign will.... - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Indicate the point where the
speed restriction begins.
________ of the prescribed color must be used by day and _____ of the prescribed color by
night. (8) - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Flags, Lights
The normal position of a derailing device is... - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Set to Derail
_________to the rules is essential to safety. - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Obedience
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