Induction Yard - Simulator

Question 0

Define a dwarf signal with a Yellow Aspect:

Answer 0

Proceed with caution, be prepared to stop within 1/2 range of vision.

Question 1

List the 6 points of RSEC:

Answer 1

10
2
1/2
S
F
U

Question 2

What is the speed limit entering a maintenance shop/barn?

Answer 2

5mph

Question 3

What is the speed limit through a car wash?

Answer 3

3mph

Question 4

If a T/O receives a poorly hand or light signal, and he/she is not absolutely positive of the meaning, the best action to follow will be to:

Answer 4

Stop and question person

Question 5

A facing point switch is a:

Answer 5

Points of switch face the train operator

Question 6

Define a Dwarf signal with a Red aspect:

Answer 6

Stop and Stay

Question 7

Track testing in a yard, the speed limit:

Answer 7

Normal operation speed as required by Division of Car Equipment Supervisor

Question 8

After the T/O leaves the “Car Wash” and reaches the resume speed sign with clear signals ahead, he/she can operate at the maximum speed of:

Answer 8

10mph or max speed posted for the yard

Question 9

Before being flagged into a maintenance shop by a Division of Car Equipment employee, a T/O must make sure that the barn door is open high enough, and in addition:

Answer 9

Proceed no faster than 5mph, signal two (2) long blasts on the horn, observe the track closely for any visible objects on the track

Question 10

All T/O’s entering barns/shops regardless of trains length must stop at least:

Answer 10

3 car lengths
50 feet
10 feet
2 feet

Question 11

Fixed Interlocking Standard Home Signal displaying a Yellow, over Yellow, over Yellow is:

Answer 11

Yard Indication

Proceed with caution, be prepared to stop to within 1/2 range of vision expecting to find the track occupied.

Question 12

In order to test for sufficient handbrakes, and ensure the train does not move, the T/O must:

Answer 12

Place train brakes in emergency, apply handbrakes, recharge, release the air brakes and apply one point of power

Question 13

The minimum air pressure required for SMEE cars are:

Answer 13

70psi straight air pressure, 90psi brake-pipe

Question 14

When crossing tracks in front of any standing cars an employee should safely walk:

Answer 14

1 car length in front of cars

Question 15

All trains must be uncoupled in:

Answer 15

Emergency

Question 16

Where would a T/O place handbrakes on a yard lay-up, on level track?

Answer 16

At the head out end

Question 17

All brake tests are made in the yard, except;

Answer 17

Dynamic Brake Test

Question 18

Define a “Fouling Point Sign”

Answer 18

A fixed miscellaneous “Fouling Point” sign, …..

Question 19

Four short blasts of train horn or whistle indicates:

Answer 19

A request for route from T/O to Tower Operator or Hand Thrown Switch Operator