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LIRR Locomotive Engineer Trainee Pre-Employment Study Guide Questions and Answers 2024
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LIRR Locomotive Engineer Trainee Pre-Employment Study Guide
Block - answerA length of track of defined limits, the use of which is governed by block
signals, block limit signals, automatic speed control or any combination thereof.
Automatic Block Signal System - answerA block signal system wherein the use of each
block is governed by an automatic block signal, the cab signal indicator or both.
Automatic Speed Control System - answerA system arranged so 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 continue until the train is either brought to a stop or, under the
control on the engineer, it's speed is reduced to the predetermine rate.
Interlocking - answerAn arrangement of signals and signal appliances interconnected so
that their movements must succeed each other improper sequence and for which
interlocking rules are in effect.
Fixed Signals - answerA signal of a fixed location indicating a condition which affects
the movement of a train.
Home Signal - answerA fixed signal that displays stop as its most restrictive aspect and
governs the entrance to a route or block.
Cab Signal Indicator - answerA signal indicator located in the engine control
compartment displaying the maximum speed for the movement of the train. It will be
used in conjunction with interlocking signals and either in conjunction with or in lieu of
block signals.
Job Briefing - answerWhen reporting for duty, employees whose duties require
coordination with other employees must hold a job briefing to review operational and
safety conditions. If these conditions change, employees must hold an additional job
briefing to discuss the new conditions.
Restricted Speed - answerA mode of operation at which a train can be stopped within
one half the range of vision short of the next signal, another train, obstruction, derail, or
switch improperly aligned looking out for broken rail or crossing protection not
functioning not exceeding 15 miles per hr.
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