General Flashcards
What is the maximum speed permitted for a passenger train that has an en-route brake problem requiring brakes to be made inoperative
50-74% operative brake=not exceeding 20 mph
75-84% operative brake=40 mph or 1/2 mas whichever is lower
85-99% operative brake=mas based on running brake test
What is the minimum %age of operative break a freight/work train must have from its initial terminal or en-route to move to a repair facility?
Not less than 85%
What is a class 3 brake test? Who can perform it?
TEST and INSPECTION of brake pipe INTEGRITY and CONTINUITY from the controlling locomotive to the rear unit of a freight/work train
It can be performed by a QP or QMP
What %age of working brakes must a freight/work train have before leaving its initial terminal to perform service work?
100%
What must be used to monitor brake pipe during a class 1 or class 3 brake test on a work/freight train?
FRED ( freight rear end device )
or
Locomotive with working brake pipe duplex gauge
Identify the brake tests outlined in the THEM as per CFR 232 used on LIRR work/freight trains.
Who can perform them?
Class 1= walking brake test
Class 3= rear end brake test
Can be performed by a QP or QMP
Passenger trains leaving an initial terminal must have all air brakes in effective operating condition. True or false?
True. Must be 100 %.
What should be done before proceeding after troubleshooting a brake problem on your passenger train when it became necessary to operate an angle cock, end cock, or cutout cock
Class 2 brake test
What does a class 2 brake test check for? Who can perform it?
Brake pipe INTEGRITY and CONTINUITY
from controlling locomotive to
rear of passenger train
QP or QMP
Is it necessary to have hand brakes applied when performing an initial terminal walking brake test( 1A)?
Yes
A sufficient amount to keep train from rolling
How can a passenger train depart without a class 1 brake test slip ( bt4 ) posted on the train?
Contact 204 or central control to verify that a valid class 1 brake test has been performed. Then perform a class 2 brake test.
Can a class 1 brake test be permitted to expire en-route?
No
How long is a class 1 brake test valid for?
1 calendar day
Who is permitted to fill out, update or correct the bt4 brake slip?
QMP only
Name the LIRR form to properly record a class 1 brake test has been performed on a passenger train.
BT4
Identify the brake tests outlined in the THEM as per CFR 238 used on LIRR passenger trains
Who can perform them
Class 1. QMP
Class 1 A. QP or QMP
Class 2. QP or QMP
Identify the employees trained to perform brake tests on LIRR trains.
QP or QMP
When the following angle cock and/or cutout cock handles are in line with the pipe are the valves open or closed?
A) brake pipe angle cock pipe
B) main reservoir equalizing
C) actuating
A) open
B) closed
C) closed
What is the minimum brake shoe thickness used on LIRR trains?
Cast iron = 1/2 inch
Composite. = 3/8 inch
Name the air pressure that is train lined on all trains operated on the LIRR.
Brake pipe pressure
How do you properly lay-up/secure a lite diesel locomotive
Each locomotive hand/parking brake must be applied
Chock both sides of 1 wheel on the f-end engineers side if possible.
If not possible chock 1 f-end wheel on the fire mans side
If no chocks are available contact 204
Explain the requirements to properly layup and secure a freight/work train
0-1999 tons=minimum of 2 on each end
2000-2999 tons = minimum of 5
3000-3999 tons = minimum of 7
4000-4999 tons = minimum of 8
5000-5999 tons = minimum of 9
Every hand brake to be applied if consist has less than required amount
Give the number of hand brakes to be applied on a passenger train left unattended.
A minimum of 2 on each end, unless otherwise provided
Penn Station and Atlantic Terminal 1 handbrake on east end car/engine. More brakes may be applied if necessary
Can individual fines and penalties be imposed for violations of Federal regulations?
Yes
Can a periodic inspection expire en-route?
No
How long is a locomotive periodic inspection card (blue) valid for?
92 days
Can the locomotive daily inspection card(229.1) expire en-route?
No
Is the following true or false? Locomotive daily inspection cards(229.1) are valid for 1 calendar day.
True
Can the ASC certification if valid from timetable departure time from initial terminal be permitted to expire en-route?
Yes
How long is an ASC certification form (ASCDT-1) valid for?
24 hours
Who is responsible for insuring that the automatic speed control is cut- in, sealed and certified before departure from an initial terminal
The conductor and engineer
Can a non passenger train depart its initial terminal with less than 100% operative break
Yes.
It must apply appropriate speed restrictions and be going to a repair facility
Who can perform a class 1 walking brake test on a freight train?
What does it check?
What form must be filled out?
QP or QMP
The air brake systems pneumatic and mechanical moving parts
on each car
to ensure brakes apply and release at 100 %
and will include a brake pipe leakage test
LIBTTH-1 placed in cab of controlling locomotive
When must a class 2 brake test be performed? (3)
Prior to departure of a passenger train from an initial terminal with a valid class 1
Whenever the control stand changes
(Changing ends,operating other than head end)
Whenever a car or cars with valid class 1 or 1a brake test Are added or removed
Class 1a (walking break test) must be performed on
1)
2)
1)non passenger trains without a bt4 (shop,roustabout,equipment)
2)passenger trains-
When identified by General notice or special instruction
When notified by 204 or transportation supervision
*notify 204 when complete
With a current date class 1 brake test slip, what brake test is required when taking charge of a passenger train?
Class 2 brake test
What brake test must remain valid on any passenger train which is intended to transport revenue passengers?
Class 1 brake test
When should a running brake test be performed? (5)
1) after leaving any terminal
2) after leaving any point where motive power,engine crew or operating station has been changed
3) after leaving any point where a brake pipe angle cock or end cock has been turned
4) at 30 mph or as soon as conditions permit
5) when a train departs a yard at 5 mph
When must an engineer perform a brake pipe leakage test.
The standard brake pipe reduction for a properly performed brake pipe leakage test is
1) lite locomotive =
2) engine coupled to passenger train =
3) engine coupled to freight car =
Prior to performing a class 1A on a diesel passenger train and a class 1 brake test on a freight/work train. Lite locomotive =10 lbs
Engine coupled to passenger trains =15 lbs
Engine coupled to freight car =20 lbs
*should not observe more than 5psi of brake pipe pressure loss
within 1 minute
What does FRA part 232 cover?
Freight service class 1 and 3 brake tests
What does FRA part 238 cover?
Passenger service class 1, 1A, and 2 brake tests
What does Application light indicate when illuminated?
All air brakes applied with a minimum of 32 psi
If a Class 1 BT4 brake test slip is about to expire(3rd day) while in route, what must you do?
Call 204 at 9 pm and in form them
Can a train with a different motor number on the BT4 operate over main track?
Yes with permission from 204
What does FRA stand for?
Federal Railway Administration
The communicating signals must be checked before a class 1A or 2 brake test is performed. True or false?
True
What brake test must all drill crews perform?
Running brake test ( only ) even on main track.
The auxiliary lights must be operational before leaving an _____ ______ ______ for that train
Initial terminal inspection
What are considered running gear defects?
Trucks, couplers, cracked wheels
