Day 6 Signals/ Timetable Flashcards
Fixed Signal
A signal of a fixed location indicating a condition which affects the movement of a train
Cab Signal Indicator
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 with or in Lieu of block signals
Home Signal
A fixed signal that displays stop as it’s most restrictive aspect and governs the entrance to a route or block
Distant Signal
A fixed signal used to govern the approach to a home signal
Block Signal
A fixed signal or a hand signal in the absence of a fix signal at the entrance to a block that governs trains using that block
Indication
The information conveyed by the aspect of a signal
Interlocking Signal
The fixed signals of an interlocking
Aspect
The appearance of a fixed signal which conveys an indication as viewed from the direction of an approaching train; the appearance of a cab signal indicator as viewed in the engine control compartment
General Notice
A notice issued to employees by the general superintendent transportation. It may contain operating instructions or other information as may be necessary
General Order
An order issued to employees by the general superintendent transportation. It may change or annual operating rules, timetable information or special instructions
Block-limit Signal
A fixed signal indicating the limit of the block, the use of which is governed by manual block signal system rules
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
Schedule
That part of a timetable that prescribes direction, number and movement of a regular train
Timetable
The authority for the movement of regular trains subject to the rules. It contains classified schedules and special instructions relating to the movement of trains
