2 Yearbook Flashcards
What happens to a train when it’s timetable is superseded? Include how the train will continue to operate.
It loses both right and schedule and proceeds only as provided by rule 97 extra train
How long is a timetable in effect
Each time table from the moment it takes effect supersedes the preceding timetable.
When do schedules of the new timetable take effect?
At the leaving time and date from their initial station.
What does it mean when one time is given for a train at any station?
Unless otherwise indicated the leaving time
Where does time apply on single track?
Unless otherwise specified time, where rule 251 is in effect time applies at the first switch where an opposing train clears. Where there is no switch time will apply at the station.
Where does time apply on two or more tracks?
Time will apply at the station.
How are scheduled meeting times indicated in the timetable?
Figures in full faced type.
How are scheduled meets indicated in the timetable?
By figures in full face type. The number of trains to be met are shown in small figures adjoining , in brackets. Both arriving and leaving timeof a train are in full face time when one or more trains are to be met between those times.
What does it mean when both arriving and leaving times of the train are shown in full face type?
When one or more trains are to be met between those times.
What is a blue signal?
Blue flag, blue light or blue tag by day
or a blue light or illuminated tag by night
What does a blue signal signify?
Workmen are on, under or between rolling equipment
What instructions must be followed when the blue signal is displayed?
1) equipment must not be coupled to or moved.
2) other equipment must not be placed on the same track so as to reduce or block the view of a blue signal.
3) Rolling equipment must not pass a blue signal.
When workmen are on, under, or between rolling equipment on main track where must a blue flag be placed?
At each end of the equipment.
Where must the blue flag be placed when workmen are on, under or between rolling equipment on a track other then a main track?
A blue signal must be displayed at or near each manually operated switch for that track and attached to the controlling locomotive.
Who provides protection for workman when they are on tracks where the switches are remotely controlled?
Block operator controlling the switches must be notified and protection provided.
What is the maximum authorize speed with in all maintenance of equipment service areas?
Not to exceed 5 mph
In yards, where will the blue flag that clamps to the rail be placed?
At the yellow clearance marker of the track.
Explain the procedure that must be followed when applying a blue signal to the controls of an MU locomotive.
The blue signal will be affixed on the east and west end master controls. The blue ID tags must be clearly distinguishable at all times and illuminated at night.
What procedure must be followed when applying a blue signal to the controls of a diesel locomotive?
The blue signal will be affixed to the east and west end automatic brake valve, if applicable. The blue ID tag must be clearly distinguishable at all times and illuminated at night.
Who may remove the blue signal?
It can only be removed by the same class, craft or group that displayed them
When required to perform flagging duties for a disabled train, what are the minimum distance is that a flagman must go back and what else must be taken into consideration and how far a flagman goes back?
Manual block- 1200 feet
Automatic block-500 feet
Considering the grade, curvature of track, weather conditions, site distance and any other conditions which would affect the manner in which protection must be afforded.
When me a flagman return to the train after flagging is no longer required?
When recalled and safety to the train permits the flagman may return to his train, light and leave a lighted fusee.
Eastbound train on track 2 breaks down after striking debris and the conductor orders two crew members to provide flag protection on each end of the adjacent track (track 1). How old the conductor called the flagman on the east end of track 1?
By sounding 5 longs on the Engine whistle or horn
What is necessary to provide flag protection, upon reaching the distance as per the special instruction, what must be done?
Flagman will display one lighted fusee
How does rule 100 relieve a crew from providing flag protection?
Within designated limits specified in the timetable, the main track may be used by proper signal indication or permission of the block operator without protecting against following movement on the same track. (rule 100)
What must be done want to train crosses over to or obstructs another train?
It must first be protected as described by rule 99 unless otherwise provided ( interlocking)
Appendices
A- General notices A-1- speed restriction notices B- train evacuation C- on train announcements E- protocol for on board medical emergencies F- security protocols G- yard maps M- schedules (when applicable)
Radio channels
1- train to fixed location
2- movement bureau
3- yard and freight operation(except Babylon yard)
4- M of E intra-train and Babylon yard
What should be done when the prescribed markers become inoperative?
Must display a red flag by day and red light by night, red light while passing through tunnels
Absolute block
A block established between block stations, block limit stations, interlocking’s or any combination thereof which must not be occupied by more than one train except as provided by the rules.
Home signal
A fixed signal that display stop as its most restrictive aspect and governs the entrance to a route or block
Job briefing
When 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.
Watchmen/lookout
A properly equipped employee that has been annually trained on the roadway worker protection whose sole duty is to provide at least 15 seconds advanced visual and auditory warning of approaching trains or on-track equipment to roadway workers.
Working limits
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.
Medium speed
A speed not exceeding 30 mph, except in ASC Territory, train will be governed by speed displayed on the cab signal indicator not to exceed 40 mph.
Restricted speed
A mode of operation, at which a train can be stopped with in one half the range of vision, sort of
The next signal
Another train
Obstruction
Derail
Or switch improperly lined
Looking out for broken rail or crossing protection not functioning, not exceeding 15 miles per hour
Automatic safety switch
A switch identified by a yellow switch stand trains may make trailing point moves through the switch without previously aligning it by hand except as specified by timetable special instruction.
Speed restriction notice
A notice issued to employees by the general superintendent transportation. It will contain necessary speed restrictions and will be issued at a minimum of once per week.
How must a train approach switches were utility assistant conductors are stationed?
Unless otherwise provided at restricted speed
What is the maximum authorize speed for train in the siding?
Unless otherwise specified at Restricted speed
What procedure must be followed after determining that one door leaf has malfunctioned on a train?
Door leaf must be cut out electronically and manually lock the closed. ( for M-3 both door leaves must be cut out )
How must crewmembers secure their train in the yard?
Unless otherwise provided to hand brakes on each end
Who signs all general orders in general notices?
The general superintendent transportation
Employees when reporting for duty must examine the_______ ________
Bulletin board
How are general orders general notices & restrictions issued?
By the authority of And over the signature of the general superintendent transportation
How are general orders general notices in Cedar Street number
Consecutively
Where will permanent speed restriction signs be located?
At the proper braking distance from the point of restriction to permit the required reduction in speed to be made
