Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Policy 24-01
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What is the name given by CSX to the heavy rail line located within Montgomery County?

  • Metropolitan Subdivision (correct)
  • Montgomery County Rail Route
  • Brunswick Line
  • Capital Limited Line

    • What is the system used by CSX to determine any location along the rail line?

  • Benchmark Stops
  • Location Points
  • Mile System
  • Mileposts (correct)

    • Which entity controls all train movement located within Montgomery County?

  • CSX (correct)
  • Amtrak
  • Montgomery County Government
  • MARC

    • What does the CSX milepost designation for the Metropolitan Subdivision begin with?

    <p>BA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which train service refers to the rail line as the 'Capital Limited'?

    <p>Amtrak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used by MARC to refer to the rail line?

    <p>Brunswick Line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using MDC resources, Rail Officers, or the ECC to determine milepost location?

    <p>To find missing or unreadable physical mileposts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is familiarity with response areas and access points crucial for personnel?

    <p>To facilitate quick access to the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can hazardous materials placards be found on rail cars?

    <p>On both sides and both ends of the car</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In passenger service, what is the function of 'head-end power' (HEP) on locomotives?

    <p>To provide electricity to passenger cars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about how rail cars are designated in terms of front and rear ends?

    <p>'A' and 'B' ends are determined based on hand brake location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the engineer on all trains as described in the text?

    <p>Operating the locomotive(s)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document delineates the order of each car in a freight train as per DOT regulations?

    <p>'Consist' or 'shipping papers'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is it most likely to find information about the prearranged order of cars in a freight train?

    <p>With the engineer in the locomotive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must personnel do in compliance with federal law during a rail incident involving a train?

    <p>Locate and control the train conductor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do personnel need to obtain information from the train 'consist' or 'shipping papers' during a rail incident?

    <p>To effectively size-up and control the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the First Due Engine when assisting with fire suppression?

    <p>Begin initial hazardous materials confinement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken by the First Due Aerial in incidents involving a derailment?

    <p>Secure any upright cars by applying hand brakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What equipment is listed specifically for the Rescue Squad in the incident response policy?

    <p>Patient Movers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation should the Rescue Squad begin the process of rescue as appropriate?

    <p>In incidents involving patient entrapment or entanglement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unit is directed to remote stage and await directions from the Incident Commander?

    <p>Other units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main threat to personnel operating on or near the railroad roadway?

    <p>Uncontrolled train movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should be contacted to request a stoppage of train traffic according to the text?

    <p>CSX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) required for personnel operating near the railroad roadway?

    <p>Safety toe footwear, long pants, traffic safety vest, work gloves, eye protection, and a helmet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what city is the CSX Operations Center located?

    <p>Jacksonville, Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the mandatory pieces of information to provide when contacting CSX?

    <p>Approximate milepost location or crossing ID number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should personnel remain at least 30 feet away from the roadway until train traffic has been controlled?

    <p>To anticipate train movement for safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is authorized to request train stoppage according to the text?

    <p>The ECC Supervisor, Incident Commander, or Rail Liaison Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area must be considered a high hazard area at all times according to the text?

    <p>'Heavy rail roadway'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an electronic ticketing system for Amtrak?

    <p>To track the number of passengers and crew in real-time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of heavy rail incidents, what is the primary role of personnel according to the ACRE pneumonic?

    <p>Locate and assess the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to establish early situational awareness in heavy rail incidents?

    <p>To identify risks and establish incident objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information should be obtained to establish early situational awareness in heavy rail incidents?

    <p>Presence of hazardous materials and status of passengers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Amtrak differ from MARC trains and Metrorail in terms of passenger tracking?

    <p>Amtrak uses an electronic ticketing system for real-time tracking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key reason why incidents involving freight trains are concerning?

    <p>They carry large quantities of hazardous materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can available resources help determine access points in heavy rail incidents?

    <p>By identifying the closest milepost location of the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration regarding train collisions and derailments in terms of access points?

    <p>Multiple access points are likely necessary due to a large area involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel do when operations require them to operate around trains?

    <p>Exercise extreme caution when crossing between train cars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary access point an enroute Primary Unit Officer should determine?

    <p>The primary access point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should personnel notify with the proper/correct information upon arrival at a heavy rail incident?

    <p>CSX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In heavy rail incidents, what must personnel avoid doing if they need to operate on or near car couplers, air hoses, or electrical cables?

    <p>Exercising extreme caution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken in the absence of a fire or uncontrolled electrical hazard involving locomotives?

    <p>Allow passenger train locomotives to continue running</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When operating around trains, how far should personnel remain from the ends of the train?

    <p>20 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel dispatched as train lookouts do if an oncoming train is spotted?

    <p>Activate the Emergency Button (EB) immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving Primary Unit Officer?

    <p>Identify primary access points and establish command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the policy, what must personnel do before entering the engine room of a locomotive?

    <p>Consult with railroad personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key responsibility of train lookouts dispatched to a location 2 miles from the incident scene?

    <p>Maintain a watch for oncoming trains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done if an oncoming train does not slow down or acknowledge a stop request?

    <p>Activate the Emergency Button (EB) and alert command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done by the First Due Engine for incidents involving hazardous materials?

    <p>Begin initial metering to identify isolation zones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a role of the Second Due Engine when responding to heavy rail incidents?

    <p>Initiate water supply for first due engine, if needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key responsibility of personnel dispatched as train lookouts?

    <p>Maintain watch for oncoming trains</p> Signup and view all the answers

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