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What is a key feature of MARC II cars regarding passenger entry in the event of a derailment?
What is a key feature of MARC II cars regarding passenger entry in the event of a derailment?
What is the primary material used in the exterior shell of MARC II passenger cars?
What is the primary material used in the exterior shell of MARC II passenger cars?
What safety item is NOT included in the emergency equipment aboard a MARC II car?
What safety item is NOT included in the emergency equipment aboard a MARC II car?
How can a responder enter a MARC II car if the weather stripping malfunctions?
How can a responder enter a MARC II car if the weather stripping malfunctions?
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What is the weight of each MARC II passenger car?
What is the weight of each MARC II passenger car?
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What must be done if the train door lacks electric power?
What must be done if the train door lacks electric power?
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Which component is unique to the door mechanism of MARC II cars?
Which component is unique to the door mechanism of MARC II cars?
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What aspect of the design of MARC II cars contributes to passenger safety during a collision?
What aspect of the design of MARC II cars contributes to passenger safety during a collision?
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How can Amfleet I interior doors be unlocked from the inside?
How can Amfleet I interior doors be unlocked from the inside?
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What controls the manual latch for the exterior doors of MARC II cars?
What controls the manual latch for the exterior doors of MARC II cars?
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What action should be taken if the weather stripping around an Amfleet II door does not deflate?
What action should be taken if the weather stripping around an Amfleet II door does not deflate?
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Which statement is true regarding the Amfleet II exterior doors?
Which statement is true regarding the Amfleet II exterior doors?
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What happens if the Amfleet II door is latched on the inside?
What happens if the Amfleet II door is latched on the inside?
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Which feature is present on both Amfleet I and Amfleet II cars?
Which feature is present on both Amfleet I and Amfleet II cars?
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Where is the emergency release handle for Amfleet I doors located?
Where is the emergency release handle for Amfleet I doors located?
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What is the function of the standard Amtrak coach key for the exterior doors?
What is the function of the standard Amtrak coach key for the exterior doors?
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What feature distinguishes converted Amtrak passenger cars from typical baggage cars?
What feature distinguishes converted Amtrak passenger cars from typical baggage cars?
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Which of the following is typically not a personnel member on a freight train?
Which of the following is typically not a personnel member on a freight train?
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What is the purpose of the WSAD in the context of Metrorail incidents?
What is the purpose of the WSAD in the context of Metrorail incidents?
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What is a key responsibility of the conductor on a freight train?
What is a key responsibility of the conductor on a freight train?
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Which tool is employed to test for an energized third rail?
Which tool is employed to test for an energized third rail?
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During a Metrorail incident, when should the WSAD be verified for proper operation?
During a Metrorail incident, when should the WSAD be verified for proper operation?
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What is the role of the ROCC in a Metrorail incident?
What is the role of the ROCC in a Metrorail incident?
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What must be done after verifying that the third rail is de-energized?
What must be done after verifying that the third rail is de-energized?
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What must be done before placing the WSAD on its side?
What must be done before placing the WSAD on its side?
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What color paddle is placed on the top of the 3rd rail?
What color paddle is placed on the top of the 3rd rail?
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What is the primary purpose of the Crash Energy Management System (CEMS)?
What is the primary purpose of the Crash Energy Management System (CEMS)?
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What should be done with the train wheels before proceeding with railcar operations?
What should be done with the train wheels before proceeding with railcar operations?
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How many new 7000 series Metro railcars are currently on order?
How many new 7000 series Metro railcars are currently on order?
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Why is it important to have permission before entering the roadway?
Why is it important to have permission before entering the roadway?
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What feature is unique to the fire service in the new 7000-Series Metro railcars?
What feature is unique to the fire service in the new 7000-Series Metro railcars?
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What happens when the operator keys down in the 7000 Series?
What happens when the operator keys down in the 7000 Series?
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What is the function of the toggle switch located in the overhead console of MARC cab cars?
What is the function of the toggle switch located in the overhead console of MARC cab cars?
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What type of power can stationary passenger trains receive when not attached to a locomotive?
What type of power can stationary passenger trains receive when not attached to a locomotive?
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What should railroad employees avoid doing with HEP cables?
What should railroad employees avoid doing with HEP cables?
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What is the emergency brake handle in each passenger car primarily used for?
What is the emergency brake handle in each passenger car primarily used for?
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At what pressure do the main-reservoir lines operate in the air brake system of locomotives?
At what pressure do the main-reservoir lines operate in the air brake system of locomotives?
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Which of the following actions regarding air brake lines is correct?
Which of the following actions regarding air brake lines is correct?
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What happens if the emergency brake handle is pulled on a stationary train?
What happens if the emergency brake handle is pulled on a stationary train?
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What is the primary function of the air brake lines in locomotives?
What is the primary function of the air brake lines in locomotives?
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What is the recommended method to open VRE windows from the outside?
What is the recommended method to open VRE windows from the outside?
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Which method is preferred for removing MARC windows to avoid the hazard of broken glass?
Which method is preferred for removing MARC windows to avoid the hazard of broken glass?
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What should NEVER be used to cut Lexan polycarbonate windows?
What should NEVER be used to cut Lexan polycarbonate windows?
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What type of tool is recommended for cutting through structural supports of train cars?
What type of tool is recommended for cutting through structural supports of train cars?
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What may occur if a tool is swung at Lexan polycarbonate windows?
What may occur if a tool is swung at Lexan polycarbonate windows?
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What should be avoided when attempting to cut the floor of a passenger car?
What should be avoided when attempting to cut the floor of a passenger car?
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In extreme situations, what technique can be used to shatter Lexan polycarbonate windows?
In extreme situations, what technique can be used to shatter Lexan polycarbonate windows?
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Why should MARC and VRE windows be opened differently?
Why should MARC and VRE windows be opened differently?
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What feature keeps the truck assemblies connected to the body of passenger cars?
What feature keeps the truck assemblies connected to the body of passenger cars?
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What is the purpose of jumpers, pigtails, or HEP cables in passenger train cars?
What is the purpose of jumpers, pigtails, or HEP cables in passenger train cars?
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In terms of identifying the ends of the car, which end is designated as the 'B' end?
In terms of identifying the ends of the car, which end is designated as the 'B' end?
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How can emergency response personnel shut down HEP from diesel-electric locomotives?
How can emergency response personnel shut down HEP from diesel-electric locomotives?
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What is a significant challenge when searching passenger car interiors during an emergency?
What is a significant challenge when searching passenger car interiors during an emergency?
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What should personnel do before attempting to remove HEP cables?
What should personnel do before attempting to remove HEP cables?
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What is a common fire risk area in passenger railcars?
What is a common fire risk area in passenger railcars?
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Which component allows for a quick stop of freight cars in the event of a derailment?
Which component allows for a quick stop of freight cars in the event of a derailment?
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What is the role of HEP source shut-offs in the train's system?
What is the role of HEP source shut-offs in the train's system?
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How can totally electric locomotives be shut down?
How can totally electric locomotives be shut down?
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What materials primarily make up the interiors of passenger cars?
What materials primarily make up the interiors of passenger cars?
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What must be ensured when multiple locomotives are used in a train?
What must be ensured when multiple locomotives are used in a train?
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What determines the left and right sides of a train car?
What determines the left and right sides of a train car?
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What occurs when either the pantographs are lowered or the catenary system is grounded?
What occurs when either the pantographs are lowered or the catenary system is grounded?
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What can cause all non-metal materials in a passenger car to burn when ignited?
What can cause all non-metal materials in a passenger car to burn when ignited?
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What safety precaution should be taken to isolate individual train cars from HEP?
What safety precaution should be taken to isolate individual train cars from HEP?
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What material are Amtrak windows made of?
What material are Amtrak windows made of?
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What should be done if a window is removed from an Amtrak railcar?
What should be done if a window is removed from an Amtrak railcar?
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Which of the following actions is required to open emergency windows from the inside of the car?
Which of the following actions is required to open emergency windows from the inside of the car?
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How can windows on Amtrak cars be opened from outside?
How can windows on Amtrak cars be opened from outside?
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What happens when some emergency windows are opened from the inside?
What happens when some emergency windows are opened from the inside?
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What unique safety consideration should be noted when opening windows from the outside?
What unique safety consideration should be noted when opening windows from the outside?
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What can be used if conditions do not fully warrant removing a window?
What can be used if conditions do not fully warrant removing a window?
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What type of glass is used in VRE and MARC passenger cars?
What type of glass is used in VRE and MARC passenger cars?
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What station is associated with the code G03?
What station is associated with the code G03?
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Which line serves the station named Franconia-Springfield?
Which line serves the station named Franconia-Springfield?
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Which station's code is C10?
Which station's code is C10?
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What is the route code for the station named Rockville?
What is the route code for the station named Rockville?
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Which station is paired with the route 806/E06?
Which station is paired with the route 806/E06?
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What line does the station known as Archives-Navy Memorial - Penn Quarter belong to?
What line does the station known as Archives-Navy Memorial - Penn Quarter belong to?
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Which station corresponds to the code F02?
Which station corresponds to the code F02?
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Which line serves the station named Arlington Cemetery?
Which line serves the station named Arlington Cemetery?
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What is the station code for Friendship Heights?
What is the station code for Friendship Heights?
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Which station is associated with the route code G@O?
Which station is associated with the route code G@O?
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What station's code is YL?
What station's code is YL?
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What station listed has a two-letter route code starting with A?
What station listed has a two-letter route code starting with A?
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Which station has the route code 804?
Which station has the route code 804?
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What line does the station named Gallery Pl-Chinatown belong to?
What line does the station named Gallery Pl-Chinatown belong to?
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What distinguishes the 'A' and 'B' ends of a train car?
What distinguishes the 'A' and 'B' ends of a train car?
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What is a main hazard that can ignite non-metal materials in passenger cars?
What is a main hazard that can ignite non-metal materials in passenger cars?
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What device is primarily used to keep the center pin securely connected to the truck assemblies on passenger cars?
What device is primarily used to keep the center pin securely connected to the truck assemblies on passenger cars?
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What may complicate the search of a passenger car in an emergency situation?
What may complicate the search of a passenger car in an emergency situation?
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Which component of passenger cars weighs significantly more than ten tons?
Which component of passenger cars weighs significantly more than ten tons?
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What role does gravity play in the structure of freight cars?
What role does gravity play in the structure of freight cars?
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Which type of areas must be searched thoroughly during an emergency in passenger cars?
Which type of areas must be searched thoroughly during an emergency in passenger cars?
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In passenger railcars, what is a common location where fires are likely to occur?
In passenger railcars, what is a common location where fires are likely to occur?
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What is the main advantage of the 74-volt nickel-cadmium batteries in passenger cars?
What is the main advantage of the 74-volt nickel-cadmium batteries in passenger cars?
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What feature is specifically designed to assist with emergency access in MARC III cars?
What feature is specifically designed to assist with emergency access in MARC III cars?
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How are the emergency lights powered in a passenger train car?
How are the emergency lights powered in a passenger train car?
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What distinguishes Amtrak freight cars from typical passenger rail cars?
What distinguishes Amtrak freight cars from typical passenger rail cars?
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What unique feature identifies baggage combination cars on Amtrak trains?
What unique feature identifies baggage combination cars on Amtrak trains?
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What defines the 'roadway' in the context of railroads?
What defines the 'roadway' in the context of railroads?
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Which tool is specifically designed for cutting through structural supports of train cars?
Which tool is specifically designed for cutting through structural supports of train cars?
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What is a potential drawback of the emergency lighting system in passenger cars?
What is a potential drawback of the emergency lighting system in passenger cars?
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What is the purpose of mileposts along railroads?
What is the purpose of mileposts along railroads?
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Which entity is responsible for stopping trains if an incident occurs involving an Amtrak train on CSX tracks?
Which entity is responsible for stopping trains if an incident occurs involving an Amtrak train on CSX tracks?
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How do seats in Amtrak cars contribute to emergency evacuation?
How do seats in Amtrak cars contribute to emergency evacuation?
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Why is it important for fire and rescue personnel to meet with railroad representatives before an incident?
Why is it important for fire and rescue personnel to meet with railroad representatives before an incident?
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In the context of train operations, what explains why different trains can operate on the same track?
In the context of train operations, what explains why different trains can operate on the same track?
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What is a common misconception regarding train direction and operations?
What is a common misconception regarding train direction and operations?
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What is a unique aspect of the WMATA's subway system's location compared to other railroads?
What is a unique aspect of the WMATA's subway system's location compared to other railroads?
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Which statement correctly reflects the interaction among different railroad operators in case of an emergency?
Which statement correctly reflects the interaction among different railroad operators in case of an emergency?
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What must be done after the WSAD is placed on its side with the strobe light up?
What must be done after the WSAD is placed on its side with the strobe light up?
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What safety feature helps to prevent jackknifing and rollover in the new 7000-Series railcars?
What safety feature helps to prevent jackknifing and rollover in the new 7000-Series railcars?
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What color paddle should be placed on the top of the 3rd rail?
What color paddle should be placed on the top of the 3rd rail?
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What is a recommended tool for maintaining the running rails in good condition?
What is a recommended tool for maintaining the running rails in good condition?
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What action is automatically triggered when the operator keys down in the 7000 Series?
What action is automatically triggered when the operator keys down in the 7000 Series?
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What procedure must be followed before entering the roadway?
What procedure must be followed before entering the roadway?
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What is the maximum total number of 7000 Series railcars that Metro could purchase?
What is the maximum total number of 7000 Series railcars that Metro could purchase?
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What occurs when both indicator lights of the WSAD are illuminated?
What occurs when both indicator lights of the WSAD are illuminated?
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What are the three main types of doors found on most passenger rail cars?
What are the three main types of doors found on most passenger rail cars?
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What is a unique feature of the outside end doors of passenger rail cars?
What is a unique feature of the outside end doors of passenger rail cars?
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What role do the rubber diaphragms play when two passenger cars are connected?
What role do the rubber diaphragms play when two passenger cars are connected?
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Why is it important to understand how a train door operates during forcible entry?
Why is it important to understand how a train door operates during forcible entry?
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What typically happens to the outside end doors when passenger cars are joined together?
What typically happens to the outside end doors when passenger cars are joined together?
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What purpose do the latch handles on the outside end doors serve?
What purpose do the latch handles on the outside end doors serve?
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In the context of rail cars, what do the drop plates and rubber diaphragms accomplish?
In the context of rail cars, what do the drop plates and rubber diaphragms accomplish?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding passenger rail car vestibules?
Which of the following statements is true regarding passenger rail car vestibules?
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Study Notes
Amtrak Amfleet I Cars
- Amfleet I have no manual release levers on exterior doors
- Amfleet I car doors can be unlocked and opened from the inside with a standard key or a "T" handle
- If the door is not powered, it will not open even if manually pushed
Amfleet II Cars
- Amfleet II cars have manually operated sliding exterior doors with handles on both sides
- The outside lock can be opened with a standard Amtrak coach key
- There are no manual emergency releases on the outside
MARC “cab” Cars
- The first car of a train, in push mode, has a toggle switch that controls power to the locomotive
Train Power Systems
- Passenger trains receive power from a locomotive through HEP (Head End Power) cables
- Passenger trains can receive ground power through cables connected to circuit breakers
- Only one locomotive supplies HEP to the whole train and it must be shut down to de-energize the train
- Never attempt to disconnect HEP cables, an electric arc will be created causing injury.
- Do NOT attempt to remove ground power by pulling apart cables, only railroad personnel should perform this function.
Compressed Air Systems
- Locomotives have huge compressors that deliver compressed air through piping
- On passenger trains, there are air brake lines pressurized to 110 psi, and main reservoir lines pressurized to 140 psi
- The locomotive supplies both air systems
- The brake line controls the brakes
- The main reservoir operates other systems such as the doors
- As with HEP cables, air brake lines are dangerous and are to be connected or disconnected ONLY by railroad personnel.
MARC Single Level Passenger Rail Cars (Similar to VRE II Cars)
- Most MARC II cars have luggage racks located above the heads of the passengers
- MARC II cars carry approximately 120 commuters
- The rescue equipment includes a portable fire extinguisher, first aid kit and a tool kit
MARC II Car Doors
- MARC II cars have electrically operated sliding exterior side doors that open in a pocket
- The doors have grab handles on both sides and a lock on the outside
- In addition to the door handles, there is a manual latch located at the top of the door that can be engaged or released manually from the inside
- The weather stripping is automatically inflated and can be deflated by puncturing the rubber with a knife or sharp tool.
MARC II Car Doors from the Outside
- MARC II car doors have handles on both sides of the doors
- The outside locks are not usually locked
- If the door is locked, it can be unlocked with the standard Amtrak coach key
- There are no manual emergency releases on the outside
Baggage Combination Cars
- Some Amtrak passenger cars have been converted to baggage cars
- These cars will have end doors but not emergency windows
- They will not be occupied when the train is in motion.
Freight Trains
- Most freight trains are operated with a minimum of a conductor and an engineer
- The conductor is in charge of both the train and railroad personnel
- There may also be a brakeman or other railroad personnel on board
- Conductors and engineers on freight trains do not wear uniforms
- When the train is in motion, all railroad personnel will usually be located in the locomotive.
Metro Rail Incidents
- During any Metrorail incident, the 3rd rail power must be removed and the 3rd rail must be de-energized
- The WSAD (Warning Strobe And Device) must be in place, functioning correctly, and within its calibration dates.
WSAD Procedures:
- The WSAD should be checked daily to ensure its indicator lights illuminate when the test buttons are activated
- The WSAD should be placed on its side between the running and third rails
- The WSAD should be placed in the "ARMED" position with both indicator lights lit
- The WSAD should be placed in a position that allows an ETEC to pass over it
- You must have permission before entering the roadway.
7000 Series Metro Rail Cars
- The railcars feature an all stainless-steel body and are designed and built with new Crash Energy Management System technology (CEMS)
- This system is designed so energy from an impact is absorbed and dispersed by the structure of the railcar
- CEMS also helps with prevention of jackknifing and rollover of the railcars.
Train Cars
- Parallel HEP cables run from the locomotive, under the cars, for the entire length of the train.
- Connections between passenger train cars are referred to as jumpers, pigtails, or HEP cables.
- All passenger locomotives (diesel-electric and electric) can provide HEP.
- When multiple locomotives are in use, the locomotive closest to the cars will usually provide HEP.
- HEP source shut-offs are located in the locomotive cab and at the power plant.
- Individual cars can isolate HEP from the rest of the train by throwing breakers in the electrical control cabinet of each passenger car.
- Isolating the car by way of the circuit breaker does NOT de-energize HEP cables under the car.
- Emergency response personnel can also shut down HEP from diesel-electric locomotives by using the emergency shut-offs on the side of the locomotives.
- Totally electric locomotives can be shut down either by lowering and latching pantographs or by de-energizing and grounding the catenary system.
Passenger Car Details
- Passenger cars may be designed for passenger coach use only, or for a combination of other functions, such as, passenger coach and snack bar, passenger coach and lounge, etc.
- Some trailer cars may have sleeper berths exclusively, diner use exclusively, or a combination of these uses in place of or in concert with coach seating.
- Passenger car interiors are mostly made of fire-resistant material.
- Wiring and electrical equipment is found in and underneath the car.
- All rail cars, both passenger and freight, do not have a front or rear end. They have an “A” or “B” end based on where the hand brake is located.
- The end of the car with the hand brake is designated the “B” end; the other end of the car is the “A” end.
- A train car sits on two truck assemblies or trucks. Each truck has two sets of wheels (axles) and can weigh more than ten tons.
Emergency Window Removal
- All Amtrak, VRE, and MARC emergency windows can be opened from the inside using a procedure found on a decal located near the window.
- Firefighters on the outside of the rail car can direct passengers to remove the emergency windows on their own accord.
- Amtrak passenger car windows are made of Lexan polycarbonate materials. Both emergency and non-emergency windows can be opened from the outside using instructions on a decal located at the bottom of the window.
- MARC recommends that their windows (safety glass), both emergency and non- emergency windows, be opened from the outside by breaking them.
- VRE recommends simple removal by pulling exterior gaskets.
- Most MARC passenger train car windows are glass and have a totally different procedure in removal.
- Using the “zip-strip” removal method can also easily open many of the MARC windows.
Last Resort Window Removal
- In rare circumstances where removal of windows by prescribed means is precluded, a carbide-tipped chain saw can be used to cut Lexan polycarbonate windows.
- Another last choice option is to freeze the Lexan polycarbonate pane with several large CO2 fire extinguishers and then shatter the window with a Halligan bar.
- Do NOT use any type of circular saw. The Lexan polycarbonate will melt and foul the blade before it can cut very far.
- Any tool swung at the Lexan polycarbonate windows will rebound dangerously and this method is not to be used.
Cutting Into the Car Body
- If access cannot be obtained through doors or windows, cut the metal body between structural supports but remember that the outer skin is ¾’’ stainless steel.
- Avoid cutting car floors because of their heavier construction and the presence of 480-volt HEP lines, high-pressure air lines, and other utilities.
- Hurst and other standard vehicle-extrication tools will not work on train car structural supports.
- Reciprocating saws and cutting torches are the best tools to cut structural supports.
- Be aware that electrical wiring and high-pressure air lines are located throughout the body of the car.
WMATA Rail System
- WMATA operates its own rail subway system alongside CSX railroad tracks known as the "common corridor".
- Responders must notify all adjacent railroad operators to stop trains in case of incidents.
Rail Safety & Terminology
- "Roadway" refers to the area between tunnel walls, fence lines, and bridges used for rail transport, extending approximately 50 feet outward from the center of the outermost tracks.
- Railroads may operate on tracks owned by another railroad, but the operating railroad maintains control.
- Mileposts are one-mile markers along rail lines used to determine location.
- Maps produced by the railroad industry showcase milepost measurements.
Passenger Car Components
- Passenger cars have "A" and "B" ends, with the "B" end designated by its handbrake location.
- Each car has two trucks (wheel assemblies) weighing over ten tons.
- Center pin on the car body connects to the truck’s center plate.
- Passenger cars have supplementary restraint devices to keep the truck assemblies linked to the car body.
Passenger Car Door Types
- Passenger rail cars typically have three door types: outside vestibule end doors (exterior collision-post doors or body-end doors), inside end doors (interior vestibule doors), and exterior entrance side doors (side doors).
- End doors facilitate passage between cars, while side doors are for passenger entry and exit.
- Vestibules with rubber diaphragms and drop plates connect cars, creating a single area between them.
Emergency Equipment on Passenger Cars
- Passenger cars have one or two dry chemical extinguishers, a first-aid kit, a sledgehammer, a pry bar, and other tools.
- 74-volt nickel-cadmium batteries provide emergency lighting and door power.
- Seats in Amtrak cars can be rotated to improve access to emergency windows.
Freight Cars on Amtrak Passenger Trains
- Amtrak passenger trains can include boxcars for mail, baggage, and material handling, similar to those used on freight trains.
- Amtrak freight cars typically do not have end doors, limiting access to side cargo doors.
WMATA 7000 Series Railcars
- The 7000 Series railcars are manufactured by Kawasaki Rail Car, Inc., and feature an all-stainless-steel body.
- The Crash Energy Management System (CEMS) absorbs and distributes impact energy, preventing jackknifing and rollover.
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Test your knowledge on the Amtrak Amfleet I and II cars, along with MARC cab cars and their operational features. Learn about how power is supplied to passenger trains and the safety precautions that should be taken. This quiz is designed for train enthusiasts and those studying transportation systems.