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Metro ESM (5) The Metro radio system code for a collisions or derailment is? A. Grey Grey B. Amber Amber C. Black Black D. Blue Blue Source: Metro ESM 13-1 The Metro radio system code for person jumping into the track bed or person struck by a train is? A. Black Black B. Grey Grey C. Amber Amber D....

Metro ESM (5) The Metro radio system code for a collisions or derailment is? A. Grey Grey B. Amber Amber C. Black Black D. Blue Blue Source: Metro ESM 13-1 The Metro radio system code for person jumping into the track bed or person struck by a train is? A. Black Black B. Grey Grey C. Amber Amber D. Purple Purple Source: Metro ESM 13-1 A geographical area or an operational function assigned by the Incident Commander is? A. Group B. Division C. Sector D. Branch Source: Metro ESM 13-2 The third rail sits approximately ____ inches above the running rails. A. 4 ½ B. 4 C. 5 D. 5 ½ Source: Metro ESM 13-1 Which of the following best describes the last 42 inches closest to the track bed of a Metro station platform? A. 24 inches of bumpy terrazzo tile and 18 inches of granite surface B. 18 inches of bumpy terrazzo tile and 24 inches of granite surface C. 24 inches of red-brown terrazzo tile and 18 inches of bumpy granite surface D. 18 inches of red-brown terrazzo tile and 24 inches of bumpy granite surface Source: Metro ESM, Section 3, page 3-1 In fire emergencies where a Metro Station’s fire detection system activates, what will automatically happen to the escalators and fare gates? A. The escalators from the mezzanine level to the platform level will reverse direction, and the fare gates will lock in the closed position. B. The escalators from the street level to the mezzanine level will reverse direction, and the fare gates will lock in the open position C. The escalators from the street level to the mezzanine level will stop, and the fare gates will lock in the open position. D. Nothing will automatically happen, the station manager must control the escalators and fare gates Source: Metro ESM, Section 3, page 3-12 To access a Metro Station elevator machine room, what key must be used? A. Fireman’s Emergency Elevator Key (FEE) B. Master Key C. Emergency Release Key D. Coach Key Source: Metro ESM, Section 4, page 4-3 How does the electric traction elevators used in the Metro System operate? A. Hoisting motor that lowers the car B. Hoisting motor that raises the car C. Piston below the car to raise and lower the car D. Piston above the car to raise and lower the car Source: Metro ESM, Section 4, page 4-7 How far apart are wayside telephones in ETS (blue light) boxes apart from each other? A. 250 feet apart B. 800 feet apart C. 1,000 feet apart D. Half a mile apart Source: Metro rail Emergency Service Manual Chapter 9 page 2 What are the 4 settings on a metro ventilation control box? A. Emergency exhaust, on, exhaust, supply B. Automatic on, off, supply, demand C. Emergency exhaust, emergency supply, automatic operation, off D. On , emergency off, exhaust, forward Source: Metro rail Emergency Service Manual Standpipe connections are located every ________ feet in platform floor? A. 100 feet B. 200 feet C. 300 feet D. 400 feet Source: Metro rail Emergency Service Manual Chapter 12 page 3 (subsurface standpipe systems) The horn sound when the WSAD detects _____ volts or more and ______ volts or more will activate the strobe light? A. 10 ,100 B. 40, 350 C. 50 , 400 D. 110, 210 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Chapter 12 page 9 All rails and stations from one of the line to the opposite end of the line, and areas where passengers have access to ride the system, are defined as? A. OCC areas B. Start-up areas C. PABX areas D. Revenue areas Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 9-2 Start-up can be contacted by dialing what 4 digit number? A. 1652 B. 1081 C. 1970 D. 2218 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 9-2 What is the footage interval for Wayside phones? A. 40 B. 200 C. 600 D. 800 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 9-2 What number do you dial to contact OCC on the wayside phones? A. 0 B. 1970 C. 1652 D. 2218 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 9 -3 What is the optimal ratio of cell phones to land line phones for the conference call? A. 2 to 1 B. 3 to 1 C. 4 to 1 D. 5 to 1 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 9-8 What is the primary method of air exchange in tunnels? A. Mechanical B. Natural C. Train movement D. Fan system Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 10-1 Tunnel ventilation, what is the mode where dampers are open, but fans are not operating, and train movement provides ventilation? A. Low Temp Mode B. Normal temp mode C. High temp mode D. Emergency mode Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 10-2 In the event of a chemical, or biological release I the metro system, what mode should the ventilation fan system be in? A. Supply Mode B. Off Mode C. Exhaust mode D. All of the above Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 10-7 Where is the fire and intrusion cabinet located in a Metro system? A. Kiosk B. End of Platforms C. Communication Equipment Room D. Blue light station Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 11-1 Flammable vapor and gas detection sensors are calibrated that a warning is transmitted if ____ percent of lower flammable limit and an alarm is transmitted when ____ percent of the lower flammable limits is met. A. 10 / 15 B. 15 / 20 C. 12.5 / 20 D. 20 / 40 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page 11-6 How many pounds of pressure does it take to activate the sidewall panel to stop an escalator? A. 150 lbs. B. 130 lbs. C. 300 lbs. D. 350 lbs Source: ESM 5 - 2 What is the average width of an escalator? A. 20 inches B. 10 inches C. 40 inches D. 15 inches Source: ESM 5 - 2 What is the escalators rise at an incline angle? A. 90 degrees B. 50 degrees C. 30 degrees D. 45 degrees Source: ESM 5 - 2 How many minutes delay from the time of the fire alarm is activated to the time the escalators stoppage? A. 1 min. B. 2 1/2 min. C. 3 min. D. 2 min. Source: EMS 5 – 2 Where is the floating concrete track slabs located at? A. Tunnel beds B. Where noise reduction is required. C. Elevated tunnels D. At all stations plate forms. Source: ESM 6 - 1 According to the Metro Emergency Services Manual what is the only power transmitted between railcars? A. Head-End Power B. Motive Power C. Train-Line Power D. Electric Train-line Power Source: MES Manual Section 13.1 Glossary How many Volts of power are present in the Electric Train Line? A. 25.5 volts B. 27.5 volts C. 35.5 volts D. 37.5 volts Source: MES Manual Section 13.1 glossary The PABX phone can be used to contact OCC by dialing what number? A. 1652 B. 2595 C. 2890 D. 1970 Source: Metro ESM Section 9 Page: 3 Portions of the Metro System that is not open for revenue operations fall under the control of whom? A. OCC B. Yardmaster C. Start-up D. 8000 Series railcar operators Source: Metro ESM Section 9 Page: 2 Cool air is supplied to an underground Metro Station when the temperature exceeds how many degrees Fahrenheit? A. 50 B. 70 C. 80 D. 95 Source: Metro ESM Section 10 Page: 2 The Metro intrusion Detection and Warning System is divided in two zones that are approximately how long? A. 4 fence post lengths B. 800 feet C. 2000 feet D. 1-2 miles Source: Metro ESM Section 11 Page: 6 Metro ventilation shafts that do not have a raised curb around the opening will have a flammable vapor and detection system located where? A. At the base of the shaft B. At the top of the shaft C. 1 detector system for every 50 vertical feet of shaft D. No detection systems are needed in shafts that do not have raised curbs Source: Metro ESM Section 11 Page: 5 Which of the flowing is true in regards to Halon 1301? A. It is lighter than air B. It is heavier than air C. It has a vapor density equal to air D. It must be removed by natural ventilation Source: Metro ESM Section 12 Page: 1 The metro radio system code designation for a fire is? A. Gray-gray B. Amber-amber C. Purple-purple D. Black-black Metro Emergency Services Manual section 13-1 page 1 The system for controlling train movement through the system consists of 3 control subsystems and a computerized central control facility at OOC. Which one is not part of the 3 subsystems? A. Automatic train protection (ATP) B. Automatic train propulsion (ATP) C. Automatic train supervision (ATS) D. Automatic train operations (ATO) Metro Emergency Services Manual section 13-1 page 2 How many Metrorail cars can a subway station handle in length? A. 6 B. 8 C. 9 D. 10 Source: Metrorail ESM page 3-1 In a subway station where does the demarcation between “free” and “revenue” occur? A. Kiosk B. Station entrance C. Platform level D. Mezzanine Source: Metrorail EMS page 3-6 What is the primary means of evacuation from a metro station? A. Escalators B. Elevators C. Fan shaft exits D. The right of way Source: Metrorail ESM page 3-12 A metro subway station could have up to how many elevator rooms? A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 1 Source: Metrorail ESM page 4-10 To originate a call from the elevator care what button do you push? A. The Activate button B. The listen button C. The phone button D. The press to talk button Source: Metrorail ESM page 4-14 Should heat or smoke alarm activate and not be reset the fare gates will lock in the open position after how many seconds? A. 20 B. 10 C. 35 D. 30 Source: Metrorail ESM page 3-12 How wide is the bumpy Terrazzo tile surface on metro platform prior to entering the metro car? A. 18 inches B. 24 inches C. 42 inches D. 12 inches Source: ESM Page: 3-1 When does the revenue side begin at the metro station? A. When you pass through the fare gate B. Entering the metro entrance C. Entering the Mezzanine area D. On the street side of the fare gate Source: ESM Page: 3-6 What does PERS stand for that located in the KIOSK? A. Power Electrical Reporting System B. Passenger emergency reporting system C. Portable emergency resource system D. Program external resource system Source: ESM Page: 3-7 When passengers are trapped in metro elevators there is one employee that will try to free passengers from elevator prior to Fire/Rescue units. What employee is authorized to do this at the metro station? A. Station manager B. Metro Police officers C. Metro escalators mechanic D. Metro maintenance employee Source: ESM Page: 4-10 The elevators in use at metro stations are primarily intended for movement of handicapped person from street level to the mezzanine and to the platform level. There is one exception and that is what station in the metro system? A. Greenbelt station B. Forrest Glen station C. Rhode Island Ave. Station D. King Street station Source: ESM Page: 4-1 For how many hours is the fire resistance rating of metro passenger stations? A. 3 B. 5 C. 1 D. 2 Metro ESM, 3-1) The last 42 inches of the platform in a metro station closest to the track bed include how many inches of bumpy terrazzo tile surface and how many inches of granite surface? A. 24, 18 B. 20, 22 C. 30, 12 D. 18, 24 (Metro ESM, 3-1) The entrance to each Metrorail Station is marked by a distinctive bronze colored pylon with what at the top? A. A light B. An emergency light C. A lighted M on the side facing north D. A lighted “M” on all four side at the top (Metro ESM, 3-5) Where is the panel for monitoring any station’s fire and intrusion systems located? A. The kiosk B. On a panel by the ticket machines C. In a service room D. At OCC (Metro ESM, 3-6) What is the normal length of an underground platform? A. 200 feet B. 400 feet C. 600 feet D. 800 feet (Metro ESM, 3-9) In a metro station, if the heat or smoke alarm activates and is not reset, how long do the fare gates take to lock in the open position? A. 30 seconds B. 20 seconds C. 60 seconds D. 45 seconds (Metro ESM, 3-12) All stations provide passengers with how many means of egress? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4 (Metro ESM, 3-13) To attempt to “free up” a stuck elevator, for how long should power be removed at the panel to the appropriate elevator? A. 1-2 seconds B. 5-10 seconds C. 10-15 seconds D. 15-20 seconds (Metro ESM, 4-11) What does “Amber-Amber” mean? A. The Metro radio system code designation for a fire B. The Metro radio system code designation for a collision or derailment C. The Metro radio system code designation for smoke in a rail car or in a station or tunnel D. The Metro radio system code designation for a person jumping into the track bed or a person struck by a train Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Section 13-1 Page: 1 The Electric Train line carries how much power between rail cars? A. 750 volts B. 37.5 volts C. 50 volts D. 54.5 volts Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Section 13-1 Page: 5 Red Tag Third Rail Power removal is the procedure of removing third rail power by physically disengaging large circuit breakers in traction power substation and/or tie breakers. Who gives the approval to reinstate power? A. Metro Liaison Officer B. Metro OCC Supervisor C. Safety Officer D. Incident Commander Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Section 13-1 Page: 10 Who is responsible for providing information to the media regarding the mitigation of an emergency in the Metro System? A. WMATA PIO B. Metro Transit Police Liaison C. Fire/Rescue Incident Commander D. MPD Representative Source: Metro ESM Section 13-2 Page: 18 (Policy #97-7, Section 5.1) By utilizing the key controls, the escalators can be placed in the mode necessary to assist in evacuation. Where are the ‘key controls’ located at the Metro stations? A. They are located to the left of the escalator at the entrance of the metro station. B. They are located to the left of the escalator as you face it, on the landing closest to the kiosk. C. They are located to the right of the escalator in the Metro Knox box. D. In the battalion office. Source: Metro ESM section 5 Page: 4 What practice of stopping an escalator is no longer encouraged? A. Using ‘key controls’ to stop escalator movements B. Jamming a halligan bar between the steps. C. Striking the sidewall panel at a point where the steps go up, D. Striking the sidewall panel at a point where the steps flattened out, prior to passing the comb plate at the top or bottom of the escalator. Source: Metro ESM section 5 Page: 4 A pressure switch is located at certain points to stop the escalator should it detect something caught between the sidewall panel and the step. How many pounds of pressure are needed to activate the system? A. 150 lbs B. Immediately C. 50 lbs A. D.250 lbs Source: Metro ESM section 5 Page: 4 Single access stations, those with only one set of escalators to access the station, have an automatic fire suppression system, what type is it? A. Standpipe only B. Automatic dry chemical system C. Deluge sprinkler system D. Dry system sprinklers Source: Metro ESM section 5 Page: 4 Entry escalator will be shut down automatically when fire alarms are activated when? A. With a 2-minute delay B. With a 30 second delay C. Immediately D. Never must be shut down manually Source: Metro ESM section 5 Page: 5 In Metro Ops, what does to term ‘right of way’ describe? A. The areas at the entrance of the metro station between the public streets and kiosks. B. The areas where the riders stand and travel within the Metro station. C. The areas between the fences and tunnel walls, where the track bed is located. D. There are no ‘right of ways’ in Metro stations, all areas are controlled Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 What are the ‘running rails’ constructed of and it’s use? A. They are constructed of a continuous welded steel rail that acts as a negative return for electric traction power. B. They are constructed of a continuous welded steel rail that acts to supply electric traction power. C. They are constructed have welded steel rail that act as stability for the Metro trains. D. Made of a composite, which serves as a back up to the ‘third rail’. Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 What is used to ‘block’ switches’? A. Simply de-energize B. Never insert foreign objects into switches C. Wheel chocks D. Cribbing Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 How far apart are signs located in the tunnels to show direction and distance to the next station or emergency exits? A. 500ft B. 800 ft. C. 1500 ft. D. 1000 ft Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 How far apart are ‘Danger High Voltage’ signs? A. 1500 ft B. 250 ft C. 500 ft D. At the end of Metro station platforms Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 Where are ‘no clearance’ signs located? A. Every 150 ft in areas of no clearance B. Every 50 ft in areas of no clearance C. Every 50 ft regardless of clearance D. Every 150 ft regardless of clearance Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 Tunnel ‘Safety walkways’ is what width, and located where? A. They are 22 inches wide and are located behind the Metro train tracks. B. They are 30 inches wide and are located behind the Metro train tracks. C. They are 40 inches wide and are located after the boarding ramps. D. They are 22 inches wide and located opposite the ‘third rail’. Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 5 What is the maximum travel distance to emergency exits? A. 1250 ft. B. 1500 ft. C. 2500 ft. D. 1200 ft. Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 6 What are the three (3) types of Metro tunnels? A. Circular, Horseshoe, and Box (Cut and Cover) B. Circular, Square-end, and Box C. Circular, Square-end, and Horseshoe D. Box (Cut and Cover), circular, and Square-end Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 6 A 13’-9” wide for single-track configuration, that have double track widths with poured concreted walls between the tracks and crossover access every 25 feet, the double width tunnels are 29’-0” wide. This would describe which type of tunnel? A. Horseshoe B. Circular C. Box (Cut and Cover) D. Square-end Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 6 For the At-Grade Right of Way: (surface level tracks), the Emergency Access gates are located every 800 ft and padlocked, which Metro keys should be used? A. #3129 B. #2595 or A289 C. #2600 or A376 D. #2516 or A376 Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 6 To protect passengers in the train if possible, move them to safety walkways by using door #9 of the rail car only when? A. It is not over the third rail B. It is safe to do so C. All power is shut down in system D. At all times Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 6 How much power does the Traction Power Substation (TPSS) supply the service yards? A. 750 volts AC B. 750 volts DC C. 1200 volts DC D. 1200 volts AC Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 7 What is the purpose of the ‘Tie breaker station’? A. To house Metro trains when undergoing servicing. B. To shut-off power to third rails in the event of an emergency. C. To provide a link to multiple yards thru energy grids. D. To provide uninterruptible third rail power supply for the yard. Source: Metro ESM section 6 Page: 7 For Rail cars, what is the maximum weight and spacing on the roofs? A. 300 lbs, spaced 30” apart B. 250 lbs no consideration for spacing C. 150 lbs, no consideration for spacing D. 250 lbs, spaced 30” apart Source: Metro ESM section 7 Page: 8 Four (4) current collector shoes are on each rail car, two per truck. When any one collector shoe is in contact with a live 3rd rail, what happens to the others? A. Only shoes on that side are live. B. All collector shoes on that car are also live. C. The circuit will be broken and all shoes are de-energized. D. Nothing Source: Metro ESM section 7 Page: 9 Each rail car is equipped with a dynamic braking system. Dynamic braking is basically the reversing of the polarity of the voltage applied to the traction motor field windings. What speed must a rail car be moving in order to activate the dynamic braking system? A. Immediately B. 45 miles per hour C. 5 miles per hour D. 15 miles per hour Source: Metro ESM section 7 Page: 9 The batteries on all rail cars are connected in parallel. The battery system will supply power for up? A. Two hours B. Forty five minutes C. Six hours D. One hour Source: Metro ESM section 7 Page: 9 What will the battery system supply power on the rail car? A. Communications equipment only B. Running lights, and electric doors only C. Run the emergency lighting, communications equipment, running lights, and D. None of above Source: Metro ESM section 7 Page: 9 electric doors. The center motor control box contains the controller necessary to dump stored third rail power from the capacitors, which device is this? A. The Filter Capacitor Discharge switch (FCDS) B. Motor control shut-off switch C. The ‘dump’ discharge switch (DDS) D. None of above Source: Metro ESM section 7 Page: 11 A. Metro rail system has three distinct types of electrical systems what are they? A. Battery Power System, B. Battery Power System, AC Power System, and Auxiliary Power System C. Battery Power System, Real Power System, and Auxiliary Power System D. Traction Power System, AC Power System, and Battery Power System Source: Metro ESM section 8 Page: 17 Which system provides power to running lights, ventilation, and any other service not directly involved in propelling rail cars? A. Traction Power System B. AC Power System C. Real Power System D. Battery Power System Source: Metro ESM section 8 Page: 17 A gray protective fiberglass cover is located over the third rail, how much pounds of force can it withstand? A. 250lbs per inch B. 100lbs per inch C. 350lbs per inch D. Cannot withstand any weight Source: Metro ESM section 8 Page: 17 The maximum length of a section of third rail? A. 1000 ft B. 500 ft C. 800 ft D. 700 ft Source: Metro ESM section 8 Page: 17 When contact is made over the ETS phone, for the purpose of shutting down electrical power, OCC will comply by utilizing a computer control to take power down in the area requested, what type of outage is this? A. OCC Outage B. Administrative Power Outage C. Supervisory Power Outage D. Emergency Outage Source: Metro ESM section 8 Page: 18 Throughout the Metro Rail System the Operations Control Center (OCC) controls the “revenue areas.” These areas are defined as: A. The yards where trains are housed and maintained when not in use. B. The areas that include the rails and stations from one end of a line to the opposite end of the line and areas where passengers have access to ride the system. C. The start-up portions of the system that are in the final phase of construction where testing is being completed. D. All of the above. Source: Metrorail Emergency Services Manual Page: 9-2 Wayside Telephones in the Metro Rail System can be found in the ETS (blue light) boxes: A. At the end of every station platform. B. Occasionally in some service rooms. C. Along the track right-of-way at approximately 800-foot intervals. D. All of the above. Source: Metrorail Emergency Services Manual Page: 9-2 As trains in the Metro Rail System move forward in the tunnel air is forced ahead of the train and air is also drawn behind the train. This is known as: A. The piston effect. B. Normal air exchange. C. The cylinder effect. D. Push/pull air exchange. Source: Metrorail Emergency Services Manual Page: 10-1 Fixed Temperature Detectors in the Metro Rail System activate when the ambient temperature exceeds: A. 125 degrees Fahrenheit. B. 135 degrees Fahrenheit. C. 145 degrees Fahrenheit. D. 155 degrees Fahrenheit. Source: Metrorail Emergency Services Manual Page: 11-3 Standpipe outlets in the platform floor of the Metro Rail System are located every: A. 100 feet. B. 150 feet. C. 200 feet. D. 250 feet. Source: Metrorail Emergency Services Manual Page: 12-3 The WSAD used in the Metro Rail System will produce an audible alarm when 50 volts or more are detected, however the strobe light will not activate until ____ volts or more are detected. A. 200 B. 400 C. 600 D. 800 Source: Metrorail Emergency Services Manual Page: 12-9 The controls for the Metro escalators are located? A. On the right side of the escalators as you face them. B. On the left side of the escalators as you face them. C. Under a lift plate near the escalators. D. Under a lift plate on the escalators at the platform level. Source: Metro Emergency Services Page: Chapter 5 - 2 “No Clearance” signs are located in areas where insufficient clearance exists along the Metro rail system. How far apart are these signs? A. 20 feet B. B 30 yards C. 50 feet D. 55 yards Source: Metro Emergency Services Page: Chapter 6 - 10 What is the voltage of the Metro car train line? A. 750 volts B. 700 volts C. C.50 volts D. 37.5 volts Source: Metro Emergency Services Page: 7 – 21 How many hours will the emergency battery power last when the tunnel emergency power is on? A. 2 hours B. 3 hours C. 4 hours D. 5 hours Source: Metro Emergency Services Page: Chapter 8 - 20 What is the maximum length of a section of 3rd rail? A. 600 feet B. 700 feet C. 800 feet D. 1,600 feet Source: Metro Emergency Services Page: Chapter 8 - 4 What is the Metro radio system code for a fire? A. Black-black B. Amber-amber C. Gray-gray D. Purple-purple Source: Metro Emergency Service pg. 1; section 13-1 What is the metro radio system code designation for a collision or derailment? A. Gray-gray B. Purple-purple C. Black-black D. Amber-amber Source: Metro Emergency Service pg. 2; section 13-1 What is the Metro radio system code designation for smoke in a rail car or in a station or tunnel? A. Gray-gray B. Amber-amber C. Purple-purple D. Black-black Source: Metro Emergency Service pg. 6; section 13-1 What is the Metro radio system code designation for a person into the track bed or a struck by a train? A. Amber-amber B. Black- black C. Gray-gray D. Purple-purple Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. 9; section 13-1 Travel distance to an emergency exit does not usually exceed how many feet? A. 950 ft. B. 1050 ft. C. 1150 ft. D. 1250 feet Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. 6; section 13-1 Electric Train line contains how many volts of power? A. 37.5 volts B. 35.7 volts C. 45.7 volts D. 47.5 volts Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. 6; section 13-1 Vent shafts are found within feet of the ends of subsurface stations? A. 50 ft. B. 75 ft. C. 100 feet D. 250 ft. Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. 12; section 13- 1 Circuit breaker facilities for traction power are located approximately how far from the traction power substations? A. 1 mile B. ½ Mile C. 1 ½ miles D. 2 miles Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. 12; section 13-1 Who is responsible for providing information to the media regarding the mitigation of an emergency that involves the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority? A. Operations control center B. Public information office C. Washington metropolitan area transit area public affairs office D. Incident commander Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. Procedure #97-7; section 13-3 Chain Marker sign in the Metro is displayed how far along the right-of- way? A. Every 50 feet B. Every 100 feet C. Every 150 feet D. Every 75 feet Source: Metrorail Emergency Service Pg. 3; section 13-1 For how many hours is the fire resistance rating of metro passenger stations? A. 3 B. 5 C. 1 D. 2 (Metro ESM, 3-1) The last 42 inches of the platform in a metro station closest to the track bed include how many inches of bumpy terrazzo tile surface and how many inches of granite surface? A. 24, 18 B. 20, 22 C. 30, 12 D. 18, 24 (Metro ESM, 3-1) The entrance to each Metrorail Station is marked by a distinctive bronze colored pylon with what at the top? A. A light B. An emergency light C. A lighted M on the side facing north D. A lighted “M” on all four side at the top (Metro ESM, 3-5) Where is the panel for monitoring any station’s fire and intrusion systems located? A. The kiosk B. On a panel by the ticket machines C. In a service room D. At OCC (Metro ESM, 3-6) What is the normal length of an underground platform? A. 200 feet B. 400 feet C. 600 feet D. 800 feet (Metro ESM, 3-9) In a metro station, if the heat or smoke alarm activates and is not reset, how long do the fare gates take to lock in the open position? A. 30 seconds B. 20 seconds C. 60 seconds D. 45 seconds (Metro ESM, 3-12) All stations provide passengers with how many means of egress? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4 (Metro ESM, 3-13) To attempt to “free up” a stuck elevator, for how long should power be removed at the panel to the appropriate elevator? A. 1-2 seconds B. 5-10 seconds C. 10-15 seconds D. 15-20 seconds (Metro ESM, 4-11) METRO ETS boxes are located along the right of way at how many feet part? A. 400ft B. 600ft C. 800ft D. 1200ft Source: ESM 9-2 METRO ventilation domes contain fans and relief dampers that open when temperatures reach what degree Fahrenheit? A. 70 degrees B. 80 degrees C. 90 degrees D. 110 degrees Source: ESM 10-2 Fans shaft in METRO tunnels contain how many 60 inch fans? A. 1-2 B. 5 C. 2-7 D. 9 Source: ESM 10-5 Fans in METRO tunnels supply how many cfm’s of air? A. 25,000 B. 30,000 C. 35,000 D. 50,000 Source: ESM 10-5 Fans in the Metro tunnels exhaust how many cfm’s of air? A. 25,000 B. 30,000 C. 35,000 D. 50,000 Source: ESM 10-5 How many Metrorail cars can a subway station handle in length? A. 6 B. 8 C. 9 D. 10 Source: Metrorail ESM page 3-1 In a subway station where does the demarcation between “free” and “revenue” occur? A. Kiosk B. Station entrance C. Platform level D. Mezzanine Source: Metrorail EMS page 3-6 What is the primary means of evacuation from a metro station? A. Escalators B. Elevators C. Fan shaft exits D. The right of way Source: Metrorail ESM page 3-12 A metro subway station could have up to how many elevator rooms? A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 1 Source: Metrorail ESM page 4-10 To originate a call from the elevator care what button do you push? A. The Activate button B. The listen button C. The phone button D. The press to talk button Source: Metrorail ESM page 4-14 Should heat or smoke alarm activate and not be reset the fare gates will lock in the open position after how many seconds? A. 20 B. 10 C. 35 D. 30 Source: Metrorail ESM page 3-12 Should heat or smoke activate an alarm in a metro station and not be reset, the fare gates will lock in the open position after how long? A. 5 minutes B. 2 minutes C. 1 minute D. 30 seconds Metro Emergency Services Manual page 3-12 Brushes recently added to the escalators in metro to prevent passengers from being caught between the sidewalls and moving steps are known as what? A. Side Scrubbers B. London Brushes C. Safety Brushes D. Clearance Brushes Metro Emergency Services Manual page 5-7 The maximum travel distance to an emergency exit in a metro tunnel will be how long? A. 1250 FT B. 2000 FT C. 500 FT D. 1000 FT Metro Emergency Services Manual page 6-16 Emergency access gates on metro at grade right of ways are located approximately how far apart? A. 200 FT B. 500 FT C. 800 FT D. 1200 FT Metro Emergency Services Manual page 6-20 Any Metro emergency within the yard or yard tracks must be coordinated through? A. Yardmaster B. OCC C. Metro Liaison D. OUC Source: ESM Page: 9-2 PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) phones are not part of the wayside telephone system. They are found in service rooms, fan shafts, and also part of the kiosk phone links. What color are these phones? A. Red B. Black C. Tan D. Black with a red receiver Source: ESM Page: 9-3 When OCC is notified that there is a need for the fans to be activated there is a delay of up to how long before the system may be started? A. 40-60 seconds B. 60-90 C. 1 minute up to 5 minutes D. Up to 8 minutes Source: ESM Page: 10-6 There are three types of gases that Metro considers to be the most likely to enter the system. Which one does not belong? A. Gasoline B. Phosgene C. LPG D. Natural gas Source: ESM Page: 11-5 In addition to OCC (Operations Control Center) not controlling 3rd rail power, what other hazard exists in a “start up area”? A. Switching stations are not controlled by OCC B. Trains running on either track in either direction C. Tie breaker stations must be “racked out” in order to shut down power D. Vent fans are not operational in these areas Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page: Sec. 9-2 When utilizing a PABX (Private automatic branch) system telephone OCC (Operations Control Center) can be contacted by dialing ___________. A. 1945 B. 1860 C. 1963 D. 1970 Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page: Sec. 9-3 If a fire is reported in the under-platform ventilation system, where would you expect to see smoke coming from when you arrive? A. Under the platform edge, nearest the track bed & possibly the track bed itself B. The vents on the platform floor C. The access hatch for the under-platform ventilation system located on the platform floor D. The mezzanine to platform elevator shaft Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page: Sec. 10-3 The FV&G (flammable vapor & gas) detection system will activate if any of the following gases are detected, which does not belong? A. LPG (liquid propane gas) B. Gasoline C. Natural gas D. CO (carbon monoxide) Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page: Sec. 11-5 One type of automatic fire suppression system used by Metro utilizes Halon 1301. What type of ventilation should be used on a room where Halon has been discharged? A. Natural ventilation, the product will dissipate after a short time B. Mechanical ventilation because the product is heavier then air C. No ventilation should be used because the product is highly toxic when exposed to flame, a private contractor will need to be called to remove the product D. Hydraulic ventilation should be used so that the product, which is highly toxic when exposed to flame, will be “trapped” in the water Source: Metro Emergency Services Manual Page: Sec. 12-1 What are the two distinct ventilation conditions inside metro tunnels and underground stations? A. Exhaust and Intake B. Manual and Emergency C. Automatic and Manual D. Normal and Emergency Source: Metro ESM Chapter 10 Page: 1 Fixed temperature detectors inside the fan and vent shafts of the metro systems are designed to activate when the ambient temperature exceeds what? A. 115 degrees Fahrenheit B. 125 degrees Fahrenheit C. 135 degrees Fahrenheit D. 145 degrees Fahrenheit Source: Metro ESM Chapter 11 Page: 3 What is the discharge rate of the deluge sprinkler systems that are installed in the escalator pans of single entry metro stations? A. 5 gpm B. 10 gpm C. 15 gpm D. 25 gpm Source: Metro ESM Chapter 12 Page: 2 Passenger stations have a fire resistive rating of at least_____ hours ? A. 1 B. 3 C. 2 D. 1.5 Source: Metro ESM SEC 3 Page: 1 Fair gates will lock in the open position after the heat or smoke alarm is activated, for how many seconds ? A. 30 B. 60 C. 90 D. 120 Source: metro esm Page:12 Which key will open the elevator machine room ? A. Xx key B. Knox box key C. Master key D. Elevator key Source: Page: Fire/Rescue personnel should never attempt to lower or raise a electric traction elevator, is this statement true or false ? A. True B. False Source: Page: How many inches from the edge of the platform closest to the track bed does the bumpy terrazzo tile surface start, as a warning to passengers that they are coming close to the edge. A. 60 inches B. 22 inches C. 42 inches D. 75 inches Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-1 What color are the pylons with the lighted “M” on all four sides located at station entrances? A. Bronze B. Brown C. Blue D. Beige Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-5 Should the station heat or smoke alarm activate and not be reset. How long would it take for the fare gates to lock in the open position? A. 2 min. B. 1 min. C. 90 seconds D. 30 seconds Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-12 On electric traction elevators, how much heavier is the counterweight system than the weight of the car and its expected maximum load? A. 20% B. 40% C. 60% D. 80% Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-7 What key will get you into the elevator machine room in Metro? A. Knox box key on the Metro key ring B. Master key on the Metro key ring C. “E” key on the Metro key ring D. The room is not locked Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-10 What is the only thing that keeps the coil brake from engaging on an electric traction elevator? A. Electricity B. Counterweight C. Safety wire D. H bracket Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-8 Which of the following is the recommended procedure for removing trapped victims from escalators? A. B. C. D. To remove the step with the assistance of metro mechanic To remove the step with a sledge hammer. To insert a long handle allen hex wrench into a fitting in the step and turn clockwise. To pry the step away from the sideboards Source: Metro ESM Page: 5-6 Which of the following statements is true regarding emergency evacuation of passengers from the tunnels? A. B. C. D. Have passengers use the emergency exit shafts to exit the tunnel. If a fan shaft is the closest emergency exit, ensure that this fan is operating in the shaft. Evacuation of people from a train into the tunnel is only recommended as a last resort. The walkways provided in the tunnel allow for the rescuer and the victim to walk side by side. Source: Metro ESM Page: 6-18 The Rohr cars are equipped with only one fire extinguisher. The extinguisher is located A. In the operator’s compartment B. In the “B” car, under the second set of back to back seats on the opposite side of the operator’s compartment. C. Under the first side facing seat next to door #9 D. In the “A” car, under the extra seats mounted to the sidewall facing the center aisle way Source: Metro ESM Page: 7-27 The safety walkways are _____ inches wide? A. 18 B. 22 C. 24 D. 30 Source: Metro ESM Page: 6-16 The Metro system is designed to handle up to ____ set of married pairs in one train. This constraint is due to the maximum length of each station platform, which is _____ feet. A. 8; 600 B. 4; 600 C. 6; 600 D. 8; 800 Source: Metro ESM Page: 7-1 Which room in the Metro contains an automatic sprinkler system? A. AC switch board and battery room B. Train control room C. Telephone room D. Cleaners room Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-11 If the heat or smoke alarm activates and is not reset the fare gate will lock in the open position after ______ seconds. A. 10 B. 20 C. 30 D. 45 Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-12 On a hydraulic elevator in the metro system, what color and shape is the emergency lowering valve handle? A. Red with a T shaped handle B. A red hand wheel C. Yellow with a T shaped handle D. Blue with a T shaped handle Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-6 PABX telephones in the Metro system are used to communicate with trapped passengers in metro elevators, where are PABX phones located? A. Station entrance B. Kiosk C. Elevator machine room D. Both sides of the platform Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-16 What is “the recommended procedure” for removing entrapped persons for all escalators? A. Using a long-handled allen hex wrench B. Using a maul C. Removing the London brushes D. Prying the steps away from the side boards Source: Metro ESM Page: 5 - 6 How long will the electrical outlets in metro tunnels operate when being fed by emergency battery power? A. Zero hours B. One hour C. Two hours D. Three hours Source: Metro ESM Page: 6 - 18 Which door on a metro rail car cannot be opened with a XX barrel key? A. Two B. Three C. Eight D. Nine Source: Metro ESM Page: 7 - 5 Which of the following is not one of the three distinct types of electrical systems found on the metro rail? A. Traction power system B. A/c power system C. Battery power system D. Redundant power system Source: Metro ESM Page: 8 - 1 What is the maximum length of a section of third rail? A. 400 ft B. 800 ft C. 1600 ft D. 3200 ft Source: Metro ESM Page: 8 – 4 Blue light boxes located along the track right of way at approximately________ intervals. Start Typing Question Here A. A.200ft B. B.500ft C. C.800ft D. D.100ft Source: metro services Page: 9-2 The station manager will have two minutes to react to the alarm.the chime activates for -------seconds and a reset attempt occurs for 10seconds. A. A.30 seconds B. B.90seconds C. C.15seconds D. 20seconds Source: metro services Page: 9-7 To use the wayside phones during emergency pick up the hand set and dial--------- and you will be in contact with occ. A. 9 B. 5 C. 0 D. 1 Source: metro services Page: Fan controls are electric / pneumatic and when activation is requested it will normally take _____ seconds for fans to actually start. A. A.10-20 B. 60-80 C. 10-25 D. 40-60 Source: metro services Page: 10-6 During times of high heat above _____degrees ferrite thermostats control the fan operation. A. 95 B. 80 C. C.90 D. 85 Source: metro services Page: 10-8 To prevent the fans from operation by the thermostat have occur place the fans in the ________mode. A. Emergency stop mode B. Emergency exhaust mode C. Automatic operation mode D. Emergency supply mode Source: metro services Page: 10-8 Which surface station platform configuration places the third rail near patrons? A. Normal B. Side C. Center D. Outside Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-4 Which station only uses elevators has a means of passenger entrance? A. Cleveland Park Station B. West Falls Church Station C. Gallery Place Station D. Forest Glen Station Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-4 What is considered the primary means of emergency evacuation? A. Vent shafts B. Stair ways C. Escalators D. Track bed opposite the incident Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-12 What are the counterweight system percentage greater than the weight of the car? A. 30% B. 40% C. 50% D. 60% Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-7 In some cases removing power from the elevator will free-up stuck or overheated relay’s, how long should this power be taken down for? A. 10 – 15 Seconds B. 15 – 20 Seconds C. 20 – 25 Seconds D. 25 – 30 Seconds Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-11 To communicate during elevator emergencies you must use the ______ phone located in the elevator machine room. A. PXBA B. PXAB C. PBAX D. PABX Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-16 How many inches of bumpy terrazzo tile are on a station platform A. 24 inches B. 18 inches C. 12 inches D. 42 inches Source: metro ESM Page: 3-1 After the emergency pull switch is returned to normal position the elevator car will begin moving in how many seconds A. 3 sec B. 5 sec C. 10 sec D. 30 sec Source: metro ESM Page: 4-3 The primary method of air exchange in the tunnels is the? A. Mechanical systems B. Train movement C. Fan shafts D. Vent shafts Source: ESM 10 Page: 1 The controls of the fans in metro are electric/pneumatic. When activation is requested it normally takes how long for the fans to actually start working? A. Immediately B. 10-15 secs C. 30-45 secs D. 40-60 secs Source: ESM 10 Page: 6 Your company is assigned to check power on the third rail. The lights are running on emergency power. What should you do to make sure your volt probe works? A. Use two simultaneously B. Check it prior on emergency plugs under every second light C. Check twice with the same volt probe D. Normal operations Source: ESM 12or 6-18 Page: 7 In addition to OCC not controlling 3rd rail power, what other hazards exists in a start up area? A. Trains running in any direction on either track B. Switching stations aren’t controlled by OCC C. OCC cannot communicate with yard tower D. Fan shafts are in supply mode at all times Source: ESM 9 Page: 2 During emergency procedures exhaust fan shafts should be used for? A. Primary egress B. Primary ingress C. Primary supply D. As a last resort for entry or evacuation Source: ESM 10 Page: 7 The horn on the WSAD will sound when the volts are greater than? A. 200 B. 400 C. 50 D. 75 Source: ESM 12 Page: 9 The strobe light on a WSAD will activate at what volts? A. 400 B. 50 C. 200 D. 150 Source: ESM 12 Page: 9 Once third rail power is confirmed off the next step is to hook up the WSAD. Which paddle attaches to the running rail? A. Red B. White C. Black D. Orange Source: ESM 12 Page: 10 Once third rail power is confirmed off the next step is to hook up the WSAD. Which paddle is hooked to the third rail? A. Red B. White C. Black D. Orange Source: ESM 12 Page: 10 During a mass casualty in a metro train crash your company is assigned to remove several back boarded patients. How many ETEC carts will you need if you have 12 adults (175 LBS each) and 4 kids (75 lbs each?) A. 7 B. 6 C. 5 D. 4 Source: ESM 12 Page: 12 Where is the KNOX box located on a metro incident? A. Right side of station entrance B. Left side of station entrance C. At the kiosk D. Near fire control room Source: ESM 9 Page: 17 What is the primary means of accessing Metro Stations? A. Fan Shafts B. Emergency Exits C. Escalators D. Elevators Source: ESM Section 5 Page: 5-1 Where are Metro Escalator Keys located? A. On key rings located in every Metro Station Kiosk B. Metro Escalators do not every require the use of keys C. Inside a box affixed to each end of the escalator D. On the Metro Key Rings which are located in every station’s Knox Box Source: ESM Section 5 Page: 5-1 What are Metro Chain Markers? A. A system of measurements along the right-of-way B. Placards affixed to Metro Standpipe Siamese connections C. Warning signs to prevent unauthorized access to an area D. Out of Service signs Source: ESM Section 6 Page: 6-3 Where is the “Anti-Climber” located on a Metro Railcar? A. In-between the cars on a married pair of Metro Railcars B. Above the coupler on the operators end of each rail car C. Beneath each Metro Railcar D. On the outside, of both sides, on every Metro Railcar Source: ESM Section 7 Page: 7-23 Where is the accelerator rail located at? A. Long section opposite the Platform. B. Short section outside the platform. C. Short section of third rail found just beyond some stations platform. D. None of the above. Emergency Service Manual 13 -1 – 1 What code is Amber - Amber used for in Metro incidents? A. Metro code for a jumper. B. Metro code for a derailment. C. Metro code for a missing child. D. Metro code for Fire. Emergency Service Manual 13 - 1-1 What code is Black - Black used for in a metro incident? A. Metro code for a jumper. B. Metro code for a derailment. C. Metro code for smoke. D. Metro code for Fire. Emergency Service Manual 13 - 1 -2 How often is the chain marker displayed? A. Every 800 ft. B. Every 50 ft. C. Every 100 ft. D. Every 1000 ft. Emergency Service Manual 13 - 1 -2 What does the term Consist means? A. Term that denote the number of rail cars in a train. B. Shared transportation right of way. C. Number of parties having a conversation by telephone. D. Brake where Kinetic energy from train movement. Emergency Service Manual 13 -1 - 2 What is the maximum length of a section of third rail in the metro? A. 200 ft B. 400 ft C. 600 ft D. 800 ft Source: ESM sec 8 Page: 4 What are the three doors on a metro car that can be operated with exterior key control? A. 2,8,9 B. 1,5,7 C. 2,6,8 D. 5,7,9 Source: ESM sec7 Page: 5 Toe holds and grab rails are located every how many feet along the walk way? A. 100 B. 50 C. 30 D. 60 Source: ESM sec 6 Page: 16 Escalator keys are on the metro key ring which is located where? A. Station knox box B. On all apparatus C. Kiosk D. Machine room Source: ESM sec 5 Page: 1 Of the following, which is not a type of metro station? A. Sub-surface B. Surface C. Aerial D. Subterranean Source: metro esm Page: 3-1 How is the entrance to each metro rail station marked? A. With an arrow B. With a bronze pylon C. With a metal plate marked “M” D. With a distinct color band Source: metro esm Page: 3-5 What does (PERS) stand for? A. Passenger emergency reporting system B. Passenger evacuation and reporting system C. Passenger evacuation routing system D. Paramedics excluded from rescue squads Source: metro esm Page: 3-7 Underground platforms normally have a ceiling height of how many feet? A. 10-15 B. 25-30 C. 30-35 D. 40-60 Source: metro esm Page: 3-9 Should the heat or smoke alarm activate and not be reset, the faregates will lock in the open position after what amount of time? A. 30 seconds B. 60 seconds C. 1min 45 seconds D. 2 minutes Source: metro esm Page: 3-12 In fire emergencies where the stations fire detection system activates, the entrance escalators (from the street level to the mezzanine) will do what? A. Stop B. Stop and reverse C. Function normally D. Increase speed outbound Source: metro esm Page: 3-12 What is the fire resistive rating on metro passenger stations? A. 1 hour B. 5 hours C. 3 hours D. 2 hours Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-1 Where is the knox box located in metro stations? A. Platform B. Entrance Pylon C. Elevator Machine Room D. Mezzanine Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-6 How long are metro station plarforms? A. 500 ft B. 1000 ft C. 400 ft D. 600ft Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-9 What is considered the primary means of emergency evacuation in a metro incident? A. Trains B. Emergency Exit Stairs C. Elevators D. Escalators Source: Metro ESM Page: 3-12 Who will first attempt to rescue passengers trapped in a metro elevator? A. 1st due Rescue Squad B. 1st due Truck C. Elevator Mechanic D. Station Manager Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-5 When operating in a Metro elevator machine room, what should be used for communication with the kiosk? A. Blue Light Station Phone B. Fire Department Radio C. Cell Phone D. PABX phone Source: Metro ESM Page: 4-16 When the Metro Station Fire Alarm is activated, what will happen to the escalators? A. All escalators will stop. B. The entry escalators will stop within two minutes. The exit escalators will continue to run. C. All escalators will go into the exit mode. D. The entry escalators will stop within two minutes, and then all escalators shall continue to run in the exit mode. Source: Metro ESM Page: 5-3 In the Metro Tunnel, where will you able to find electric power to operate some of our equipment? A. Under every fluorescent light. B. Under every fourth fluorescent light. C. Every 160 feet fed by emergency power. D. Under every other fluorescent light. Source: Metro ESM Page: 6-18 In order to access the right away at grade you will need what key to get threw the Emergency Access Gates? A. Metro Master Key. B. XX Barrel Key. C. #2595 or A389 Keys. D. Knox box Key. Source: Metro ESM Page: 6-20 When evacuating passengers off the train what are the preferred doors to use? A. Doors # 2, 8 and 9. B. Door # 9 and the bulkhead door. C. Doors # 2 and 9. D. Door # 2 and the bulkhead door Source: Metro ESM Page: 7-5 & 6 The proper way to depress the ETS button is to? A. Never press the button, pick-up the phone and contact OCC to take down all power. B. Quickly press and release the button. C. Press it fully in and hold it there for 10 seconds. D. Press it fully in and then allow it to come back out. Source: Metro ESM Page: 8-8 Where are the escalator key controls found? A. On the right as you face it, on the landing closest to the Kiosk B. On the left as you face it, on the landing closest to the Kiosk C. On the right as you face it, on the landing above the Kiosk D. On the left as you face it, on the landing above the Kiosk Source: Metro ESM Page: 5-1 Should it be necessary to work in the interlocking you must block the switch using a? A. (2"x4", 4"x4", or 6"x6" angled to a point at one end) B. (2"x2", 4"x4", or 6"x6") C. (8"x8") D. (8"x8" angled to a point at one end) Source: Metro ESM Page: 6-2 What does the letter on the chain marker identify? A. Line B. Track C. Route D. Blue light station Source: Metro ESM Page: 6-3 How long is a Metro car? A. 50 ft. B. 75 ft. C. 100 ft. D. 110 ft. Source: Metro ESM Page: 7-1 Traction Power Substations (TPSS) are normally located every______ throughout the Metrorail system. A. 600 ft. B. 800 ft. C. 1/2 mile D. 1 mile Source: Metro ESM Page: 8-2 What is the term for a short section of third rail found just beyond some station platforms, to ensure uniform train acceleration? A. Connector B. Tendon C. Kicker D. Modem Source: Metro EMS Section 13.1 What is the Metro radio system code designated for a collision or derailment? A. Amber amber B. Gray gray C. Black black D. Red red Source: Metro EMS Section 13.1 Chain Marked denotes the distance in feet from the center point of the line. How far apart they placed along the right-of-way? A. 50 feet B. 100 feet C. 150 feet D. 200 feet Source: Metro EMS Section 13.1 What is the minimum number of metro train cars required to operate? A. 1 locomotive B. 2 cars C. 3 cars D. There is no minimum in the district. Source: Metro EMS Section 13.1 What are the maximum distance blue light boxes are located along walls on metro tunnels? A. 600 to 850 feet maximum B. 1250 feet C. 700 to 900 feet maximum D. No more than 800 feet Source: Metro EMS Section 13.2 Once power is removed from the 3rd rail what shall be used to test rail ensuring area is safe to work in. A. WASD B. Probationer C. Hot Stick D. Both A & B Source: Metro EMS Section 13.2 Where are PABX phones located in underground portions of the metro? A. Tunnel walls B. Service rooms C. Elevator machine room D. Ends of station platform Source: Metro EMS Section 13.1 A 6 car “consist” would be described as? A. 12 cars married into 6 pair B. 2 locomotives with 6 tankers C. 6 locomotives D. 6 cars married into 3 pair Source: Metro EMS Section 13.2 How many ambulatory patients can be moved at one time on ETEC? A. 4 patients totaling 800 lbs B. 6 patients can be safely removed C. 2 patients weighing 450 lbs each D. 4 patients weighing 1000 lbs Source: Metro EMS Section 13.2 The portion of the Metrorail station containing the Kiosk and fare gates is known as? A. Mezzanine B. Platform C. Portal D. Kiosk Source: Metro EMS Section 13.2 The average width of the escalators in the Metro system is __________ inches. A. 30" B. 40" C. 50" D. 60" Source: ESM Page 5-2 The normal speed of the escalators in the metro system is ____feet per minute. A. 70 B. 80 C. 90 D. 100 Source: ESM Page 5-2 In Metro stations, escalators involved in an accident are to remain out of service until inspected by the ____________. A. Fire Department B. Pepco C. Department of Transportation D. Jurisdictional Authority Source: ESM Page 5-7 A horseshoe tunnel is a tunnel that __________? A. Has been carved out of rock B. Goes 2000 feet before curving back in the shape of a horseshoe C. Has seven sprinkler heads in the tunnel D. Has a metal poles 20 feet apart like a game of horseshoes Source: ESM Page 6-14 All Metro tunnels are equipped with safety walkways. These walkways are ___________ inches wide A. 32 B. 12 C. 22 D. 40 Source: ESM Page 6-16 All Metro tunnels are equipped with ___________lights? A. Energy Saver B. Florescent C. 500 Watt D. Ultra violet Source: ESM Page 6-18 The 30 ampere three prong outlets that are located under every other florescent light are _________volts? A. 110 B. 120 C. 220 D. 210 Source: ESM Page 6-18 Each Metro rail car is _________ feet in length. A. 85 B. 95 C. 65 D. 75 Source: ESM Page 7-1 The exterior roof of t a Metro rail is constructed with corrugated sheeting and will support loads of ________pounds as long as they are spread at 30 inch intervals along the top of the car. A. 150 B. 250 C. 350 D. 450 Source: ESM Page 7-2 A. B. C. D. The third rail is approximately___________ inches higher than the regular rail? 1½ 2½ 3½ 4½ Source: ESM Page 8-3 Wayside telephone system is located approximately at ____feet intervals ? A. 100 B. 500 C. 80 D. 800 Source: metro esm Page: 2 Using a wayside phone, how do you contact OCC ?Start A. Dial 911 B. Dial 1977 C. Dial 0 D. Dial 411 Source: metro esm Page: 3 How many seconds does it take for a metro fan to actually start ? A. 40-70 B. 40-50 C. 40-60 D. 40-120 Source: metro esm Page: 6 The deluge sprinkler discharge nozzles are located every ______vertical feet ? A. 55 B. 45 C. 50 D. 80 Source: metro esm Page: 2 How should you contact OCC using the wayside phone? A. Dial OCC B. Dial 2 C. Dial 3 D. Dial 0 Source: Metro ESM Page: 9-3 How should you contact OCC using the PABX system? A. Dial OCC B. Dial 0 C. Dial 1970 D. Dial 0911 Source: Metro ESM Page: 9-3 What setting in the fan control box would allow the thermostat to control the ventilation? A. Emergency exhaust B. Emergency supply C. Automatic operation D. OFF Source: Metro ESM Page: 10-5 What temperature could cause the fans to operate even when instructions have been given to OCC not to operate them? A. 80 deg. B. 90 deg. C. 95 deg. D. 100 deg. Source: Metro ESM Page: 10-8 What temperature does the fixed temperature detectors alarm in the fan and vent shafts? A. 100 deg. B. 115 deg. C. 125 deg. D. 135 deg. Source: Metro ESM Page: 11-3 How many degrees must a fence post tilt in order for the intrusion detection warning system activate? A. 10 deg. B. 15 deg. C. 30 deg. D. 40 deg. Source: Metro ESM Page: 11-6 Is Halon 1301 heavier, lighter or the same as air? A. Heavier B. Lighter C. Same D. None of the above Source: Metro ESM Page: 12-1 Which station is not equipped with a standpipe system? A. Metro center B. Gallery place C. Dupont D. Rhode Island Ave. Source: Metro ESM Page: 12-3 How far apart are the 110 volt receptacles in metro tunnels? A. Every 20 feet B. Every 40 feet C. Every 60 feet D. Every 80 feet Source: Metro ESM Page: 12-7 How many volts will activate the strobe light on the WSAD? A. 200 B. 400 C. 600 D. 800 Source: Metro ESM Page: 12-9 Return to Top