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40.1 safety What are the most important aspects of a train dispatchers profession? - Answers - Safe work practices 40.1.1 avoid dangerous conditions In any circumstance may you deviate from any rule or accepted safe practice? - Answers - NO! 40.1.2 computer systems Enter or select only __________ when utilizing computer systems. - Answers - Correct information 40.3 giving information Before giving information concerning trains or train movements to others, require them to __________. - Answers - Identify themselves and their location. 40.4.1 red flags 1.May a train dispatcher grant permission for a train to pass a red flag?
- May a train dispatcher relay this information from the employee in charge of the red flag? - Answers - 1. No
- Yes 40.4.2 blue signal protection of workmen A control operator must not provide blue signal protection on a main track, unless __________ - Answers - Permitted by GENERAL ORDER, SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS, or DISPATCHERS NOTICE. 40.4.3 overrunning of stop signal When a signal is disregarded or it is suspected a train has overrun a stop indication:
1.__________
2.__________
3.__________ - Answers - 1. Provide protection against trains that may be approaching the location where adjacent tracks or conflicting routes may be fouled.
- Notify the chief dispatcher of the facts.
- Hold the train until the chief dispatcher provides handling instructions. 40.4.4 authority to pass a stop signal Before granting a train authority to pass a signal displaying a stop indication, as outlined In GCOR 9.12.1 (ctc territory) and 9.12.2 (manual interlockings) what must you verify from the train crew? - Answers - That the stop indication is visible 40.4.6 Failure of Signals Immediately notify the 1.__________ and request signal maintainer or signal supervisor notification when 2.__________ or fixed signals or signal appliances are missing. - Answers - 1. Signal Call Desk
- block system fails 40.4.7 Signal Aspects When it has been determined that a potential false proceed exists, what should you do?
- Answers - 1.Immediately require train movements in the affected area to stop.
- Apply signal blocks to signals governing access to the affected signal at adjacent control points in all directions or use restrictive tags or track blocks in areas that would prevent signals at adjacent control points from clearing into limits. (Note: Do not use switch blocks, recall, or resend within these limits.)
- Promptly notify the Chief Dispatcher.
- Promptly notify the Signal Call Desk. Be governed by instructions received or as directed by Corridor Superintendent or AGST 40.4.7 C. Report of Red Signal When notified a signal displays a Stop or Stop and Proceed indication and cause cannot be explained by normal operating conditions (Example: a train in the block ahead), who should you notify? - Answers - 1. The Signal Call Desk
- MW Trouble Call Out Desk
- Chief Dispatcher. 40.4.8 Crossing Warning / Power Off Indications
- and 2.) For a crossing warning or power off indication how would you restrict access to the crossing?
following verbiage in the comments section of the restriction: 3.__________ - Answers -
- Form A
- 20 MPH PASSENGER and FREIGHT
- "SLIDE DETECTOR OUT OF SERVICE. HEAD END RESTRICTION. Regulate speed where visibility is limited, watching out for slide, rock, washout, debris or disturbed track." 40.5 Informed of Train Movement Where do you record calls or finals to terminals? - Answers - In the trainsheet record 40.7.1 Issuing Instructions and Authorities B. Receiving restrictions and instructions When a condition, such as weather warning, speed restriction, crossing warning malfunction, etc., exists between adjoining train dispatcher/control operator territories, after any closely approaching trains are notified of the condition, brief with the adjoining train dispatcher/control operator by phone or CAD IM to establish: 1.__________ 2.__________ 3.__________ - Answers - 1. A common understanding of the condition
- Who is responsible for notifying which trains
- How access to the condition will be restricted 40.7.2 Repeated Correctly After issuing any instruction or authority, and it has been repeated back correctly, or the OK has been acknowledged, respond with what? - Answers - "That is correct" 40.7.5 Information Display When information is displayed on the workstation or form is accessed, advise readiness to field employee and restate what? - Answers - the authority number involved 40.11 Protection of Equipment Left on Main Track / Siding Provide protection __________ allowing a train crew or MW employee to leave equipment on a main track or siding without flag protection. - Answers - Before 40.17.2 General Track Bulletin for Relief and Short Turn Crews When relief and short turn crews are called to relieve a train on line, arrange to furnish these crews with a __________ before they leave their initial terminal, addressed to the train symbol of the train the crew will relieve whenever possible. - Answers - (Fresh) current general tack bulletin (GTB)
40.19 Student Dispatcher Evaluations Student dispatchers who have not completed their 60 day probationary period must submit a completed 1.__________ to 2.__________ at 3.__________ - Answers - 1. "Student Dispatcher Evaluation Form"
- their supervisor
- the end of each training shift. 40.21 Rule Violations If it is suspected or becomes apparent that you, another train dispatcher or employees in the field may be involved in a rules violation, __________ - Answers - Immediately report the situation to the Chief Dispatcher. 40.24 Hy-Rail Limits Compliance System (HLCS) On territories where Hy-Rail Limits Compliance System (HLCS) is in effect, a warning display will appear on control system equipment when GPS and HLCS equipped vehicles associated with an authority indicate outside of their authority limits. When warning is displayed:
- Promptly check for conflicting authorities and provide protection against any conflicting movements.
- 1.__________
- Contact the employee or vehicle number that was reported in the warning, advising them where the system indicates they are located and ask them to verify their location. If it is determined that the employee or vehicle is located outside the limits of the authority:
- 2.__________
- 3.__________
- Report the incident to the Chief Dispatcher. - Answers - 1. Do not request any signal or switch changes within or at either end of the authority limits associated with the alarming equipment until the status of that equipment has been determined.
- Instruct the employee to stop the movement
- Protect the movement. 40.25 Emergency Brake Application - Report to Train Dispatcher When a train is stopped by an emergency brake application, whether it is induced by the engineer or other employee controlling the move, or by an undesired emergency brake application, a crew member will communicate the following information to the train dispatcher:
- 1.__________ where the emergency brake application occurred.
- 2.__________ the emergency application and factors involved. - Answers - 1. The milepost location
Before issuance of a track warrant verbally what should you ascertain from the employee copying the track warrant? - Answers --OCCUPATION
- NAME
- LOCATION on the main track or where main track will be entered. Confirm stated location is within current authority or requested limits. 42.4 Maintenance of Way in Yard Limits / Restricted Limits Can you issue MW employees track warrant authority to occupy the main track within yard limits or restricted limits? - Answers - NO! 42.7 Adjacent Restricted Track When TY&E employees request that train movement be restricted on adjacent tracks controlled by a BNSF train dispatcher, the following applies:
- Train dispatcher must job brief with the requesting employee on tasks to be performed and determine if conditions allow the work to be performed on the side opposite where a train may approach on the adjacent track.
- If tasks can be performed on the side opposite, the tasks are to be performed in that manner.
- When advised by the employee that tasks cannot be performed on the side opposite where a train may approach on the adjacent track, issue __________ for the limits identified. For the address, use the identification of the train the requesting employee is assigned to. - Answers - Track Warrant 42.10 Track Warrant Freeform Instructions Do not grant authority or issue instructions by means of track warrant free form box 14:
- 1.__________
- 2.__________ - Answers - 1. That may conflict with another rule or instruction
- When another numbered box can be used 42.13 Reporting Clear of Track Warrant that Authorizes Movement Before a track warrant with movement authority is reported clear or made void, a job briefing must occur with the field employee about the 1.__________ and 2.__________ within the limits being released along with reference to completion of 3.__________ or statement that 4.__________. - Answers - 1. position of main track switches
- Those switches operated are locked
- position of switch form
- no entries required 42.14 Releasing Portion of Track Warrant Authority When is a switch briefing required when releasing a portion of or reporting clear of a track warrant? - Answers - In Double Track ABS and Non-Signaled Territory
42.16 Equipment that May Not Shunt the Track (ABS) In ABS limits, unless authorized to move in both directions ( work between or yard limits) what should you do for SINGLE UNIT LIGHT ENGINES or MW EQUIPMENT OPERATED AS A TRAIN? - Answers - Establish absolute protection 42.17 Permission to Pass Stop Indication in ABS When the Stop indication governs movement over a movable bridge, do not grant permission until 1.__________, unless specific instructions state otherwise. - Answers - An employee who has received instruction on movable bridge operation and inspection has inspected the bridge 42.19 Protect Open Switch Issue Authority - ABS Territory Trains - Answers --Proceed authority may be issued with no restrictions.
- Work between authority must end at any open main track switch. Authority may be issued beyond the open switch AFTER THE TRAIN HAS STOPPED AT THE SWITCH. 42.19 Protect Open Switch Issue Authority - Non-signaled territory Trains - Answers --all authority must end at any open main track switch. Authority may be issued beyond the open switch AFTER THE TRAIN HAS STOPPED AT THE SWITCH. 42.19 Protect Open Switch Issue Authority - both non-signaled and ABS MW employees - Answers - authority may be issued with no restrictions 42.19 Protect Open Switch Restored to Normal Position - ABS and Non-Signaled Territories A main track switch must not be restored to fnormal position in the TWC system unless the train or engine of the crew member reporting the switch to be normal is 1.__________ and is 2.__________ - Answers - 1. beyond the switch
- the most recent movement over the switch 42.22.2 Overlapping limits with Train ABS and Non-ABS Territory
When told that track flags are improperly displayed or missing, immediately notify __________ - Answers - the MW employee in charge or the employee's supervisor. 43.9 Improperly Displayed or Missing Track Flags When train crews ask about yellow or yellow-red flags displayed in the field, only give information about track bulletin restrictions that are in effect at that location. Do not __________ - Answers - SPECULATE about the reasons for the presence of these flags. 43.13 Written Instructions Advice of speed restrictions issued, raised, or lowered to a train must be 1.__________. Only give verbal instructions in lieu of written instructions when the affected trains are 2.__________ when the condition is initially reported. - Answers - 1. in writing
- in the immediate vicinity of the restriction 43.17 Use of Form A, B and C Track Bulletin Restrictions CHANGES TO SIGNAL OR NEW SIGNAL INSTALLATIONS and timetable changes should be issued on what? - Answers - General Order 44.2 Track Blocks or Restrictive Tags Provide restrictive tag or track block to restrict access on adjacent track(s) in CTC territory when train stopped in emergency (GCOR 6.23). Signals that have been changed to display Stop indications must not be __________ when advising crew that protection is provided - Answers - "In Time" 44.3 Track Out of Service When track is out of service, how do you prevent movement into the out of service track? - Answers - Apply track blocks on the control machine 44.4 Admit Train to Occupied Siding Before allowing OPPOSING TRAINS to enter the same siding, notify __________ - Answers - the engineer of each train in advance. 44.6 Lining Controlled Signals / Switches Display controlled signals at their most restrictive indication; however, request __________ to avoid giving an unnecessary restrictive indication. - Answers - proceed signals well before movement
44.6 Lining Controlled Signals / Switches Return dual control switches to their normal position __________ after completion of movement over the switch. - Answers - in a timely manner 44.8.2 Relaying Authority to Pass a Stop Signal When __________ is possible, do not allow another employeee to relay the authority to pass a signal displaying Stop indication. - Answers - Direct Radio Communication 44.9.1 Switch Correspondence A __________ switch indicates the switch is out of correspondence. - Answers - Flashing 44.9.3 Local Control / Manual Operation When permission is granted to a signal department employee to place a CTC control point in local control or manual operation, __________ to prevent lining an unintended route. - Answers - Apply track block(s) in the control point 44.9.3 Local Control / Manual Operation If unable to apply track blocks at the control point requested due to conditions such as CODE BROWN, apply track blocks on __________ to prevent access to the affected area. - Answers - track segments adjacent to the requested control point 44.9.3 Local Control / Manual Operation Once in manual operation mode, do not __________ - Answers - attempt to operate switches or line signals in the control point 44.9.3 Local Control / Manual Operation Do not grant permission to place a control point in local control when __________ at the affected control point. - Answers - request for signal is pending or established 44.10.1 "Out of Correspondence" Switches- Control Points Not Equipped With Independently Controlled Switches (ICS) When dual control switch or switches in a control point do not indicate to be lined and locked, movement must be authorized past the Stop indication with instructions to operate dual control switch(es) by hand. before doing so: 1.__________ 2.__________ - Answers - 1. Apply blocking to all switches at the location to ensure switch control requests are not initiated.
44.22 Train Entering Track Within CTC or Manual Interlocking Except as provided in TDOCOM 44.21, when a train is authorized to enter a track within CTC territory or Manual Interlocking limits, 1.__________ before granting authority. Do not grant authority 2.__________. Apply 3.__________ to the affected limits until the movement has 4.__________. - Answers - 1. verify that there are no conflicting movements
- contingent upon a condition
- track block(s)
- entered the track and is protected by block signals 45 .1.2 Authorized Limits Can you change the authorized limits of a track and time authority in effect? - Answers - NO! 45.1.2 Authorized Limits If the holder of track and time needs different limits what should you do? - Answers - Issue a new track and time authority. DO NOT CHANGE THE LIMITS OF THE ONE THAT IS IN EFFECT! 45.2.1 Request Track and Time Require the individual requesting track and time state the following: 1.__________ 2.__________ 3.__________ 4.__________ - Answers - 1. NAME
- OCCUPATION
- LOCATION on the main track or controlled siding or where track will be entered. Confirm stated location is within current authority or requested limits.
- TRAIN or other identification 45.2.2 Protect Movement- Confirm Blocking BEFORE transmitting track and time, confirm __________ to prevent movement into the authorized limits while track and time is in effect. - Answers - track block(s) have been applied on the control system 45.2.2 Protect Movement- Track Indications in Control Points
Before granting track and time to employees when the requested limits are entirely within a control point or include a control point at either end of the limits determine __________. - Answers - if their work will cause a track indication in the control point. 45.2.6 Contingent / Behind Authorities Do not issue track and time authority contingent upon a condition. Issue only after any train movement authorized is 1.__________ the location where the track will be entered. If track entry location is between the same control points that the train movement(s) is/are between, determine each train's location by 2.__________ or by 3.__________. - Answers - 1. physically passing or has passed
- direct radio contact
- confirmation from field employee of visual identification of train(s). 45.4 Reporting Clear Include the following elements in the report clear dialog when an employee or train releases track and time: 1.__________ 2.__________ 3.__________ 4.__________ 5.__________ - Answers - 1. The employee's name or train's identifying initials and engine number
- The authority number
- The track limits of the authority
- The time authority is released
- The question, "Is that correct?" 45.6 Switch Lined and Locked If a switch or derail within track and time does not indicate to be lined and locked for the route, instruct __________ - Answers - the train or employee to operate the affected switch or derail by hand for the route. 45.6 Switch Lined and Locked Do not operate a dual control switch or derail within track and time limits without ascertaining it is safe to do so from 1.__________ or 2.__________. - Answers - 1. the track and time holder
- an employee physically at the switch 50.2.2 Understand Instructions Complete train dispatcher transfers as follows:
- Review and understand all instructions and authorities in effect at the time of transfer.
53.1.2 Track Conditions Unless the reported unusual track condition is impassible, such as a report of broken rail or thermal misalignment, until other instructions are received from the Maintenance of Way Trouble Call Out Desk, Roadmaster or MW employee in charge of the territory, verbally instruct trains to __________ - Answers - proceed at restricted speed but not exceeding 20 mph until entire train has passed through the location indicated. 53.1.2 Track Conditions Operating over a broken rail or thermal misalignment requires permission from a __________ at the location. - Answers - qualified Engineering Department employee (MW or Signal) 53.2 Weather Monitoring definition- indicates where and when severe weather MAY occur - Answers - WATCH 53.2 Weather Monitoring definition- means severe weather has been reported or will occur at any time; be prepared to take necessary precautions. - Answers - WARNING 53.3 Snow Removal Equipment When a train is using snow removal equipment to plow snow, __________ against trains - Answers - protect the train with absolute protection 60.1 Emergency Events Involving Freight or Passenger Trains It is our policy to treat emergency situations affecting freight or passenger trains with the utmost priority and emphasis to reduce the potential of the emergency and minimize personal suffering and inconvenience of all concerned. In such cases, the following instructions apply: 1.__________ 2.__________ 3.__________
- Resume normal operation only after obtaining approval from the Chief Dispatcher. - Answers - 1. ASCERTAIN as much information from initial notifier as practical.
- SECURE THE AREA of the emergency from other train movements that could cause unnecessary interference and danger.
- MAKE TELEPHONE NOTIFICATION to the Service Interruption Desk (SID) as soon as possible. Notify Chief Dispatcher or other designee. If unable to contact the Service Interruption Desk by phone, advise the Chief Dispatcher or personally notify the Service Interruption Desk. Once notified, the Service Interruption Desk will handle subsequent notifications.
60.3 Serious Accidents Involving the Integrity of the Signal System Signal maintenance personnel are not to be called unless approved by __________ - Answers - The general supervisor of signals.
All accounts of accidents, injuries, significant signal outages, right of way fires and other unusual occurrences involving on-rail equipment are to be immediately reported to __________ - Answers - The Service Interruption Desk and Chief Dispatcher. MWOR 6.2.1 Authority Behind Trains After receiving authority behind trains, and before occupying or fouling the track or using the authority as a method of protection, the Employee in charge must establish 1.__________ with a crew member of each train listed on the authority and verbally confirm: 2.__________, and 3.__________ - Answers - 1. direct radio contact
- train identity by engine initials and number
- Milepost location of the train GCOR 6.23 Emergency Stop or Severe Slack Action- Obstruction of Main Track or Controlled Siding If an adjacent main track or controlled siding may be obstructed, immediately: 1.__________ 2.__________ 3.__________ - Answers - 1. Warn other trains by radio, stating the exact location and status of the train and repeat as necessary.
- Place lighted fusees on adjacent tracks.
- Notify the train dispatcher or control operator and, when possible, foreign line railroads if necessary.
