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LIRR Definitions

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LIRR signal and definitionDistant Signal - correct answer A fixed signal used to govern the approach to a home signal. Cab signal indicator - correct answer A 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 or in lieu of block signals. Interlocking (Int) - correct answer An arrangement of signals and signal appliances so interconnected th...

WORKING LIMITS - 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 - 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 continue until the train ...

Block - Answer A 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. Absolute Block - Answer A block established between block stations, block-limit stations, interlockings or any combination thereof which must not be occupied by more than one train except as provided by the rules Automatic Block Signal System - Answer A block signal system wherein the use of each block is governed ...

Palsgraf v. Long Island Rail Road (1928)What were the facts of the case and what happened to Mrs. Palsgraf? - correct answer A passenger was running on the platform with a package, hoping he could still catch his train which was already leaving. Two guards believed the man was about to fall off the train. The employees' efforts to aid the passenger caused the passenger to drop the package he was holding onto the rails. The package exploded when it hit the rails. The shock knocked down scales at...