Questions and Answers
Who is responsible for making pay claims?
Ranking Employee or Employee to be paid
What is the hand signal for reduce speed?
Arm out horizontal over the track
Which of the following are allowed by the Rulebook?
What is the hand signal for release air brakes?
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Who authorizes a utility employee to join an assigned crew?
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What is the normal position for a switch or derail?
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Before lining a switch or derail, what must an employee do?
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If a lock is found to be defective or missing on a main line switch or derail, what must an employee do?
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When an employee determines that a switch or derail is defective, what must they do?
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After lining each switch when standing in a yard using multiple switches, an employee should check what?
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When using a portable radio in a shove move, employee instructions must specify what?
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What is a system of tracks, other than main tracks and sidings, used for making up trains for storing cars and other purposes?
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By definition, what is the location in a turnout where it is unsafe to pass on an adjacent track?
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What is a track connection between two adjacent tracks, not necessarily parallel, consisting of two switches?
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What is a device of 'necessary track' used to change from one track to another?
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What is the minimum distance you must stand from a switch or derail involved in the route of a passing train?
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When crossing tracks with standing equipment, what safety precautions must be taken?
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In addition to facing the equipment, what steps must be taken when disembarking moving equipment?
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When crossing standing equipment, you must find sufficient handholds and avoid what?
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When riding a car, what must you maintain?
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Do not ride on a car with a grab bar that is less than ___________ above the ground.
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What is required when riding a car approaching a close clearance?
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What can be used to clear foreign materials from a switch?
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Employees are prohibited from using alcohol...
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When working with air hoses, which of the following apply?
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When handling an EOT device, what must an employee do?
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When lifting objects, what safety steps must be taken?
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Your coworker is acting in an unsafe manner, what should you do?
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Study Notes
Pay Claims
- Responsible party for making pay claims is the ranking employee or the employee to be paid.
Hand Signals
- Hand signal for reducing speed: Arm extended horizontally over the track.
- Hand signal for releasing air brakes: Hand held overhead when equipment is standing.
Safety Protocols
- Always prioritize safety by taking the safe course as outlined in the rulebook.
- Before lining a switch or derail, confirm that any preceding movement has cleared and that the device is not locked or tagged out of service.
- Reporting is essential for defective or missing locks on mainline switches or derails to the Trainmaster or Dispatcher.
Equipment and Switch Operations
- The normal position for a switch or derail is in the "on" or derailing position.
- After lining switches during a long shove in the yard, check that all switch points are flush and aligned.
- Ensure to be clear of all tracks and properly aligned switches when using a portable radio during maneuvers.
Definitions of Key Locations
- A yard is a system of tracks used for making up trains, storing cars, and other purposes.
- Clearance point: The location in a turnout where it's unsafe to pass on an adjacent track.
- Crossover: A track connection between two adjacent tracks, allowing crossing from one to another using two switches.
Safety Distances
- Maintain a minimum distance of 30 feet from a switch or derail involved in the route of a passing train.
- When crossing tracks with standing equipment, stop to check both directions and avoid crossing within 25 feet of the standing equipment.
Dismounting and Riding Precautions
- Maintain three points of contact while disembarking from moving equipment and observe foot placement.
- Avoid unsafe areas when getting off and prepare for unexpected movements when riding a car; face the direction of movement.
Handling Equipment
- Do not ride on cars with grab bars less than 12 inches above ground.
- Dismount a car before reaching close clearance to ensure safety.
- Use appropriate tools like brooms to clear foreign materials from switches.
Alcohol and Conduct
- Prohibition of alcohol applies while on duty, reporting for duty, or on CSX property and vehicles.
Air Hose Procedures
- When working with air hoses, avoid extending hoses over the drawbar and ensure both anglecocks are closed before manual adjustments.
Handling EOT Devices
- Secure EOT air hoses using an s-hook and avoid creating trip hazards with the EOT placement.
Lifting Safety Guidelines
- When lifting, refrain from using excessive force and maintain a balanced posture for safety.
Addressing Unsafe Behaviors
- If a coworker is exhibiting unsafe behavior, warn them about their conduct for overall safety.
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Prepare for your CSX Conductor training with this Week 1 test review flashcards. Each flashcard covers critical concepts such as pay claims responsibility and hand signals used in train operations. Boost your understanding of the rulebook and safety protocols essential for the role.