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Norac & Timetable Study Guide Flashcards

1
Q

How are scheduled trains numbered traveling northward through Center City

A

With an even last number

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2
Q

How are trains authorized to depart ahead of schedule designated in the Timetable?

A

“D” or deadhead trains that are listed before the time in the timetable

Unless authorized by the dispatcher

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3
Q

What type of station stop only requires the Engineer to stop to pick up passengers standing on the platform in a position clearly visible?

A

Flag (F) Stop

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4
Q

Using your knowledge of the train numbering system, list at least three facts about the train #1529

A
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5
Q

How are trains that originate/terminate at the following locations numbered?

A. Powelton Ave. Yard
B. Suburban Station/Market East
C. Roberts Ave. Yard/Fern Rock Tc

A

Powelton- 6000 and 6899

Suburban Station/Market East- 1000 and 1899

Roberts Ave. Yard/Fern Rock Tc- 9000 and 9899

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6
Q

What does a “D” in front of a train number mean?

A

Deadhead = non revenue train

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7
Q

What radio channel must trains operating on the CSX Trenton Line monitor?

A

Channel 10

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8
Q

What are the rules in effect on No. 1 and No. 2 track between Camel and Lynn on the Warminster Line?

A

261 A - 562 CSS

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9
Q

What is the maximum authorized speed on the tracks between the southern limits of Airport Jct. and the End of Track

A

Restricted speed

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10
Q

What is the part of the timetable which prescribes direction, number, frequency and times of designated trains?

A

Scheduled folders

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11
Q

What is the numbering sequence for trains that originate or terminate at Powelton Ave. Yard?

A. 4000 - 4899
B. 5000 - 5899
C. 6000 - 6899
D. 7000 - 7899

A

6000 - 6899

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12
Q

Under what conditions are trains authorized to make an employee stop at Roberts Ave. Yard?

A

Schedule to Wayne Jct. and less than 3 minutes late

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13
Q

Safety is of first importance. When in doubt what action must be followed?

A

The safe course must be followed

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14
Q

As an Assistant Conductor, what publications are you required to carry while on duty?

A

•Division Notices (S)
•Bulletin Orders (S)
•Scheduled folders
•General orders
•NORAC

•Airbrake
•Emergency evacuation

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15
Q

How would NORAC Rule G be designated in the Timetable Special Instructions?

A

G-S1

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16
Q

How would the System Special Instructions for Rule A be numbered?

A

A-S1

17
Q

How would a System Special Instruction for Rule 121 be numbered?

A

121-S1

18
Q

A reflector, flag or light in the red-orange-amber color range, affixed to the rear of the train is _____

A

Marker light

19
Q

Which of the following is prohibited while on duty?

A. Sleeping
B. Fighting
C. illegal or immoral activity
D. All of the above

A

All of the above

20
Q

Who must you ask if you are in doubt as to the interpretation of a rule or Special Instruction?

A. Train dispatcher
B. Immediate supervisor
C. Training Dept. Personnel
D. Any of the above

A

Any of the above

21
Q

What publication issued periodically by the designated officer that contains instructions or information that does not affect the movement of trains

A

Division notice (DN)

22
Q

A/n _____ is a combination of two switches connecting two adjacent tracks.

A

Crossover

23
Q

A/n _____ is a system of tracks used for the making up of trains and storing of cars

A

Yard

24
Q

The _____ is the publication used to summarize changes to the Timetable and other instruction manuals

A

General order

25
Q

A/n _____ is a unit propelled by any form of energy and operated from a single control, used in train or yard service

A

Engine

26
Q

A/n ___ is a track safety device designed to guide a car off the rails as a means to protect against collisions or other accidents

A

Derail

27
Q

A/n ___ is a place designated on the station pages of the Timetable by name

A

Station

28
Q

What is a Timetable

A

A printed booklet that contains schedules and/or SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS AFFECTING THE MOVEMENT OF THE TRAINS

29
Q

Define a train designated by Timetable Schedule

A

A scheduled train

30
Q

List two items to be discussed during a job briefing as it pertains to the Assistant Conductor

A

Bulletin orders
AND
Work assignments

31
Q

Before starting each tour of duty, where can an employee find a standard clock in order to set their watch in accordance with NORAC Rule 2?

A

At a station equipped with a standard clock

32
Q

What is a Bulletin order?

A

A publication used to notify employees of CHANGES TO RULES, PROCEDURES, OR OTHER INSTRUCTIONS AFFECTING THE MOVEMENT OF TRAINS

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