What is required to authorize more than one train or engine to move in the same direction within the same limits in non-signaled TWC? (14.4(2)) - ANS All trains within the limits are authorized to move in the same direction and are instructed by track warrant to move at restricted speed.
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What is required to authorize more than one train or engine to move in the same direction within
the same limits in non-signaled TWC? (14.4(2)) - ANS All trains within the limits are
authorized to move in the same direction and are instructed by track warrant to move at
restricted speed.
A track warrant must not be issued to protect men or machines within the same or overlapping
limits with a train or engine unless: (14.5) - ANS D. "A" and "B" are correct
Which of the following requires only one crew member verify a track release of a track warrant?
(42.14) - ANS Passenger train
The general track bulletin a train receives must list all track bulletin restrictions that affect that
train's movement. (15.1) - ANS TRUE
When track warrants and/or track bulletins are transmitted mechanically they must be repeated.
(14.13) - ANS FALSE
The address of a track warrant that contains authority may be changed and issuing a new track
warrant is not required. (15.1) - ANS FALSE
What must the crew do if a train overruns a controlled signal that requires it to stop? (9.5) - ANS
All answers are correct.
When is a track warrant considered to be in effect? (14.9B) - ANS When the "OK" time is
shown on it
Can a train with box 2 authority proceed through the limits of a train with box 4 authority?
(14.4(4)) - ANS Yes, if both trains are instructed to move at restricted speed in the
overlapping limits.
How will trains be identified? (5.11) - ANS B. "A" and "C" are correct
What is required when an entire general track bulletin is voided by the train dispatcher?
(15.13.1) - ANS The word "VOID" will be written across the first page of the general track
bulletin being voided.
, Track warrants issued to protect men or equipment working on the main track: (14.5) - ANS
May be issued in the same manner as to trains or engines
The control operator must avoid operating the device controlling a switch, derail, moveable point
frog, or lock when: (9.5.1) - ANS A. Any portion of a train is on, or closely approaching the
equipment
The definition of restricted speed includes: (6.27) - ANS A speed that allows stopping
within half the range of vision short of men or equipment fouling the track
Track warrants may be issued to trains through yard limits. (14.1) - ANS TRUE
When establishing communication pertaining to a track bulletin Form B, the employee in charge
must communicate in this format: (15.2) - ANS Employee in charge of Track Bulletin
No.______, (specifying line number when necessary) between MP ____ and MP ____,
(specifying subdivision when necessary)
Within ABS limits a train has a track warrant (sole authority) to proceed from Anna to Dora and
is stopped at a signal displaying a Stop indication. If communication with the train dispatcher
has failed, the train crew will: (9.12.4) - ANS Stop, move 100 feet past the signal, wait 5
minutes, then proceed at restricted speed.
Within restricted limits, trains or engines are authorized to use the main track moving at
restricted speed and: (6.14) - ANS Not protecting against other trains or engines
Employees must keep and comply with track bulletins: (15.10) - ANS On all trips during the
tour of duty when the track bulletins were received
BNSF 9800 West has reported clear of the main track before reaching the last-named point on
their track warrant. What must the train dispatcher do to keep the train clear of the main track?
(42.8.3) - ANS Void their track warrant or have the crew report clear of their track warrant.
What must the train dispatcher do if a train overruns a controlled signal requiring it to stop?
(40.4.3) - ANS Provide protection, notify the chief dispatcher, and wait for handling
instructions.
When a station name is used to designate the first named point in a track warrant, the authority
will extend from: (14.2A) - ANS And includes the last siding switch or the station sign if
there is no siding
[42.10] When TMDS does not indicate a Track Warrant has been delivered to the PTC on board,
what information must the Train Dispatcher include when confirming with the crew the Track
Warrant has been received electronically? - ANS Track Warrant number and limits
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