Railway Safety Regulations

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When stopping trains due to an obstruction on the line, what is the appropriate distance to place the first detonator on a broad gauge track?

  • 800 metres from the obstruction
  • 600 metres from the obstruction (correct)
  • 200 metres from the obstruction
  • 400 metres from the obstruction

What is the purpose of placing detonators on the track when there is an obstruction?

  • To test the braking system of approaching trains
  • To alert approaching trains of an obstruction (correct)
  • To measure the speed of approaching trains
  • To scout for potential hazards on the track

What type of signal can be used as a visibility test object?

  • Only a post erected for the purpose and lighted at night
  • Either a post or the arm of a fixed semaphore signal
  • Either a fixed colour light signal or a post
  • All of the above options (correct)

At what distance from the obstruction should three detonators be placed, about 10 metres apart, on a broad gauge track?

<p>1200 metres from the obstruction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general procedure for a railway servant to follow when stopping trains due to an obstruction?

<p>Proceed to a point 400 metres from the obstruction and place one detonator (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a railway servant do if recalled before the obstruction is removed?

<p>Leave three detonators and pick up the intermediate one on his way back (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the safe custody of detonators?

<p>The Railway Administration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a railway servant do with detonators after a train has passed over them?

<p>Replace them immediately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What signal should be used to warn an incoming train of an obstruction during the day?

<p>A red flag (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should have a correct knowledge of the use of detonators?

<p>All railway servants on whom this duty is laid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a railway servant do if they are in charge of others using detonators?

<p>See that they have a correct knowledge of detonator use and keep them ready for use (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Loco Pilot do if the Outer, Home, or Routing signal is 'on' or defective?

<p>Stop immediately and seek written permission from the Station Master. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Loco Pilot do if the Calling-on signal is in the 'off' position?

<p>Draw ahead with caution, prepared to stop short of any obstruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a Loco Pilot pass an Outer, Home, or Routing signal that is 'on' or defective?

<p>When the Loco Pilot receives a written notice and a Proceed hand signal from a railway servant. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Loco Pilot do if they encounter an obstruction on the track while approaching a signal?

<p>Stop short of the obstruction and request assistance from the Station Master. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Loco Pilot when approaching a signal?

<p>To maintain a safe speed and be prepared to stop. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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