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What is an Absolute Block?
What does BLOCK refer to in rail terminology?
A length of track with defined limits, governed by signals.
What is a Controlled Block?
The block between successive controlled signals in CTC territory.
Define a Manual Block.
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What is a Deadhead Train?
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What does ENGINE refer to?
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What is meant by Equipment in rail terminology?
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What is an Extra Train?
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Define a Freight Train.
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What does Light Engine refer to?
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What is M-Series Equipment?
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What does Non-Shunting Equipment mean?
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What is a Track Car?
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Define a Train.
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What is a Blocking Device Removed (BDR) Code?
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What are Interlocking Signals?
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What does Maximum Authorized Speed (MAS) refer to?
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What is a Passenger Station?
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What is a Clearance Point?
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What does a Derail do?
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Define a Switch.
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What is an Automatic Train Control (ATC)?
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What does CTC stand for?
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Study Notes
Train Operations Terminology
- Absolute Block: A protected block where no train may enter while occupied.
- Block: Defined track length with limits governed by signals or rules.
- Controlled Block: Blocks between controlled signals in Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) areas.
- Manual Block: Main track section limited by two block limit signals.
Train Types and Operations
- Deadhead Train: Passenger train operating without revenue passengers.
- Engine: Any propulsion unit used in train or yard service, which can include diesel and electric units.
- Equipment: Refers to railroad cars, engines, or track vehicles.
- Extra Train: A train not listed in schedules, designated by direction.
- Freight Train: Any train that carries goods rather than passengers.
- Light Engine: An engine operating without cars; excludes multiple units.
- M-Series Equipment: Refers to specific MU passenger car types (M-3, M-7, M-8).
Track Adjustments and Safety
- Non-Shunting Equipment: Equipment that cannot shunt track circuits, such as single MU cars or track cars.
- Track Car: Specialized vehicles for track maintenance or inspections.
- Train: A coupled unit with engines or cars, also indicating the presence of a marker.
Signal and Control Definitions
- Blocking Device Removed (BDR) Code: Unique code transmitted to workers prior to fouling a track.
- Interlocking: Signals and devices that require correct sequence operations according to interlocking rules.
- Interlocking Signal: Fixed signals that regulate movement at interlocking points.
- Maximum Authorized Speed (MAS): Speed limit established by operating rules.
- Controlled Signal: Fixed signals under the authority of a Rail Traffic Controller (RTC).
- Distant Signal: Indicator used to govern the approach toward interlocking signals.
- Cab Signal: In-cab signal conveying the permissible speed for the train.
Speed Regulations
- Limited Speed: Maximum speed of 45 MPH for passenger trains; 25 MPH for others.
- Medium Speed: Maximum speed of 30 MPH for passenger trains; 15 MPH for others.
- Slow Speed: Maximum speed capped at 15 MPH.
Infrastructure and Control Locations
- Controlled Point (CP): A station where signal control is remote from the Operations Control Center.
- Passenger Station: Designated locations for boarding and disembarking passengers.
- Yard: Area with yard tracks managed by a Yardmaster for various train operations.
- Operations Control Center (OCC): Central location where RTCs manage train movements.
Rules and Notices
- Bulletin Order (BO): A temporary order affecting train movements issued by senior operations authority.
- Daily Train Operations Bulletin Order (DTOBO): Order containing critical operational information issued daily.
- General Notice (GN): Operational instructions not affecting trains' movement.
- General Order (GO): Permanent changes to operational guidelines.
- Employee Special Instructions (SI): Documentation outlining movement-affecting rules.
Specialized Signal Restrictions
- Speed Limit Sign: Indicates maximum speed until the entire train has passed the designated resume sign.
- Working Limits Stop Sign: Designates a stopping point, requiring permission to pass under specified speed limits.
- End of Block Sign: Denotes the conclusion of manual block rules, transitioning to non-controlled track.
This structured summary provides key details on train operation terminology and regulations for effective study and understanding of MTA conductor operations.
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