This is a 49Cfr Conductor certificate and all questions are taken directly from the Conductor Certification packet. The quiz includes CFR Part 218, Part 220, Part 242, AMT-5, and Mandatory questions that students need to be able to answer. Give it a try and you will be assured to get the results you desire in the finals. Best of luck!
True
False
True
False
All
Only those parts that are considered decertifiable events
Just the parts where the company can be fined
Both B and C are correct
Handling Equipment
Switches
Fixed Derails
All of the above
Both switches are lined for a straight move
Both switches are reversed to crossover from one track to another
One switch is lined for a straight move and one switch is lined to crossover
Both A and B are correct
Public Highway, road or street at grade
Sidewalk crossing at grade
Pathway crossing at grade
All of the above
A crossing where vehicles and people cross the railroad at grade
An overhead walkway for people to cross over the railroad
A seperate sidewalk or pathway where pedestrians cross the railroad at grade
None of the above
A single locomotive move
Two or more locomotive units which may be operated from a single control stand
Two or more locomotive units with cars attached, which maybe operated from a single or multiple control stands
Both A and B are correct
A siding connected to a main track
A siding within a traffic control system (TCS) territory or within interlocking limits where a signal indication controls the siding's use
A siding that is signaled in one direction
A siding equipped with switch indicator signals connected to a main track
The portion of the track to be used for intended movement is unoccupied by rolling equipment, MofW equipment and conflicting on-track movements
Intervening switches and fixed derails are properly lined for the intended track
The portion of the track to be used for the intended movement has sufficient room to contain the rolling equipment being shoved or pushed
All of the above are correct
A switch that has a push button or radio control mechanism and protected by a visual or audio verification
A switch that is operated by manual manipulation
A switch that is protected by a distant switch indicator or switch point indicators
All of the above are correct
Job briefing between the Engineer and the employee directing the move
The employee directing the movement shall not engage in any unrelated task to the shoving or pushing movement
Point Protection provided by the employee
All of the above are correct
True
False
The equipment is standing on a main track and a siding track switch that the equipment is fouling is lined for the main track on which the equipment is standing
The equipment is standing on a siding and a main track switch that the equipment is fouling is lined for the siding on which the equipment is standing
The equipment is standing on a yard switching lead track, and the yard track switch that the equipment is fouling is lined for the yard switching lead track on which the equipment is standing
All of the above are correct
Conduct a job briefing
Be qualified on the operating rules relating to the operation of the switch
Be individually responsible for the position of the switch
All of the above are correct
That the point fits properly
Determine that switches are properly lined for the intended route and that no equipment is fouling the switches
Ensure that the frog is lined up for the movement
The target, if so equipped, corresponds with the switch's position
When the Conductor directs you to
When the Engineer directs you to
When the Train Dispatcher directs you to
All of the above are correct
The hand-operated switch must be left in charge of a crewmember of another train
The hand-operated switch must be left in charge of a switchtender
The hand-operated switch must be left in charge of a roadway worker who is in charge
All of the above are correct
After a job briefing with the crew, the employee releases the limits and reports to the Train Dispatcher that the hand-operated main track switch has been restored to its normal position and locked
The Train Dispatcher shall repeat the reported switch position information to the employee releasing the limits and ask whether that is correct
The employee releasing the limits shall then confirm to the Train Dispatcher that this information is correct
All of the above are correct
True
False
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes, but only after it is explained that the move was previously challenged
No, once a Challenge is made it must be resolved
1998
2011
2012
2000
To protect employees and passengers from the hazards posed by the improper use of electronic devices
To be able to communicate with family members at all times
To get a quick guide to 49 CFR, Part 220
None of the above answers are correct
Personal devices must be turned off and stored out of sight
Railroad-supplied devices may be used at anytime for business purposes
Both A and B are correct
None of the above are correct
While on a moving train
When any crew member is on the ground or riding equipment during switching
While any employee is assisting in preparation of the train for movement
All of the above are correct
No, Amtrak's operating instructions allow only a railroad supplied device to be used for this purpose
Yes, only if it does not distract from safety related duties
Yes, only after a job briefing has occurred
Both B and C are correct
As required in the event of a railroad emergency
As necessary to perform an authorized Business Purpose in the event of radio failure
At all times
Both A and B are correct
A railroad-supplied electronic device can be used for authorized business purposes
A deadheading employee may use a railroad-supplied electronic device outside of the controlling cab only when such use does not interfere with employees safety
Never
Both A and B are correct
Yes, provided it does not interfere with any safety related duties
No, the use of an electronic device is prohibited at all times for deadheading employees
Yes, only in the locomotive cab
Yes, an electronic device is okay to use as long as it's approved by a supervisor
Yes, for a willful violation up to $100,000 for any violation where circumstances warrant
Yes, only on the locomotive or operating cab of the train
No, the FRA can never fine T&E employees
No, Amtrak would be fined for all willful violations of T&E employees
6
10
12
15
Each day a violation continues will be counted as a seperate offense
Each violation type will only by counted as one offense
Each 30 days a violation continues will be counted as a seperate offense
Each day a violation continues the FRA will add an additional fine
12
24
36
48
The waiver must be in writing
The person must have knowledge and understanding of these rights and voluntarily surrender them
Be signed by the person making the waiver
All of the above are correct
May appeal within 20 days
Must accept the decision as final
May request a hearing after 180 days
May request a hearing after 9 months
Is not allowed to respond until a hearing is scheduled
Has 60 days to respond
Must respond within 10 days
None of the above are correct
An online portal with training videos
A manual or checklist for use while training
Q&A sessions at the end of each training event
16 hours of classroom training
14 days
35 days
65 days
120 days
In writing
Orally
Arguments and witness testimonies are never allowed
Both A and B are correct
Fines not to exceed $250
Criminal penalties
Non-monetary sanctions
None of the above are correct
5 years
6 years
7 years
8 years
Before
Within 30 days
Within 45 days
Within 60 days
30 days
60 days
180 days
During the period of revocation
At the conclusion of the evidentiary hearing
Within 60 days of the hearing
After Amtrak is allowed to cross-examine testimony
Within 180 days of the hearing
Take a portion of the test day to spend time in the territory
Review a map of the territory while taking the test
Ask a territorial qualified supervisor to explain a question
Opt out from answering the question that he or she does not understand
Passenger Conductors/Conductors
Engineers
Assistant Conductors
Both A and B
Certification of conductors
Payment schedules and benefits for conductors
Training to achieve and maintain certification
Testing required for all conductors
Yes, the engineer who is not a certified conductor may take the train to a location where the conductor can be replaced
An assistant conductor must be on the train
The locomotive engineer must be informed that there is no certified conductor on the train prior to movement
All of the above are correct
Immediately
Within 24 hours
Within 48 hours
Within 1 week
Immediately
Within one week
Within thirty days
Within 180 days
May be assisted by any person who meets the territorial qualification requirements
Must be assisted by another conductor who meets the requirements
Must be assisted by another conductor who is not a member of the crew
Must attend remedial training at Amtrak's Training Center
June 1, 2012
September 1, 2012
November 1, 2012
January 1, 2012
Once per calendar year
Twice per calendar year
Once every three years
As often as necessary
The conductor may remain out of compliance until the petition has been ruled upon
The conductor is still responsible for compliance with the requirement being petitioned
The conductor must cease all work as a conductor until the petition is granted
None of the above are correct
2 days
10 days
14 days
30 days
Wallet sized
8 1/2" x 11" framed
Any size Amtrak provides, as long as it contains all required information
8 1/2" x 11" unframed
Will not count toward the revocation period if the determination is to deny/revoke certification
Will count toward the revocation period if the determination is to deny/revoke certification
Will count if the person signs a waiver
Will not count if the person signs a waiver
Immediately
Only after the supervisor has been informed
After a review panel meets
Within 30 days
Because, this is the Federal Law
The conductor only needs to know Amtrak Rules
The conductor only needs to know Federal Railroad Safety Laws
Both B and C are correct
One year
Three years
Six years
Ten years
True
False
True but it must be submitted within 30 days
True but it must be submitted within 90 days
Amtrak's new conductor certification program
A federal regulation outlining the minimum Federal safety standards for conductors
A new transportation policy for the general railroad system territorial expansion
A federal regulation outlining the minimum Federal safety standards for conductors and locomotive engineers
Receive a positive evaluation from a Substance Abuse Professional
Provide a written statement outlining his or her personal treatment plan
Successfully complete a counseling or treatment program
Undergo urine and breath sample testing
180 days
60 days
30 days
14 days
4 weeks
6 months
9 months
12 months
True
False
True but only for the questions that are in essay form
True if the supervisor allows you
An up to date job aid may be provided in place of an assistant
That individual may not perform the duties of a conductor
He or she will be required to take the territorial qualification test within one week
No requirements are necessary on other than main track
10 MPH
20 MPH
30 MPH
40 MPH
He or she may not be certified as a conductor
A motor vehicle drivers license is not required in order to become a certified conductor
Must have a drivers license for at least 1 year
None of the above are correct
To reduce or eliminate poor safety conduct incidents
To reduce or eliminate train accidents
To remove conductors who have been involved in poor safety conductor incidents
To improve overall railroad safety
Yes, if the person is evaluated by a Railroad Officer and determined to have received adequate remedial training
Yes, the person successfully completes any mandatory program of training or retraining
Yes, at least one half of the pertinent period of ineligibility has lapsed
All of the above are correct
Yes, a reasonable opportunity will be given to explain or rebut the adverse information in writing prior to denying certification
No
Depends on the denial
Depending on if the denial is for certification or recertification
30 days
60 days
120 days
365 days
They are not part of the general railroad system
They travel within city limits
Their main track distance does not exceed one mile
Both B and C
24 months
36 months
48 months
62 months
That person must be called in to meet their supervisor before any action is taken
That person's certificate will be suspended
That person will continue to work as a conductor until a hearing is conducted
That person can not work for the balance of their assignment
10 days
14 days
30 days
60 days
Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC)
Operating Crew Review Board (OCRB)
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
02%
04%
08%
16%
OCRB
U.S. Appeals Court
FRA
RSAC
1 year
2 years
3 years
5 years
No cost
$25
$30
No cost the first time, $25 for subsequent replacements
Cannot be declared ineligible or have certification denied based on that incident
Is still responsible for obeying all rules at any time, and will receive the same penalties as any other incident
Willhave a reduced revocation period
Will be suspended for a period of 30days
Provide documentation from a medical examiner who has determined the guidelines have been met
Sign a written statement that he or she meets the hearing and vision guidelines
Take a test performed by a supervisor who will sign off that the guidelines have been met
A hearing and vision requirement is not necessary
In the conductor's Amtrak personnel file
In the conductor's personal possession while on duty
In the conductor's locker at the crew base
All cards will be held by local supervisor
Number of at fault driving accidents on record
Incidents of operating under the influence of alcohol/controlled substances
Refusing a controlled substance/alcohol test required by law enforcement
Both B and C are correct
Any previous Drug and Alcohol records of prior counseling or treatment
May request any railroad service records
The conductor to attend any needed aftercare and/or follow-up testing for alcohol or drugs
All of the above are correct
No, 49 CFR, Part 242 is a federal regulation
49 CFR, Part 242 allows Amtrak to adopt and enforce more stringent requirements
49 CFR, Part 242 does not allow Amtrak to adopt and enforce more stringent requirements
Only in certain situations
Notify the Trainmaster
Call the Yardmaster
Participate in a Job Briefing
Discuss the extra board jobs
The safety of the passengers
The safety instruction and the safe performance of employees
Continuously supervise work involving unusual hazards
All of the above are correct
Sandals, canvas, loafers, and open toe style shoes
Footwear with loose, thin, cracked, ripple, wedge or platform shoes
Footwear of sturdy construction, with a defined heel and of proper height
Footwear not completely buckled, zipped or laced, or with laces dangling far enough to become a tripping hazard
Yard, work, wreck, wire train service
While spotting trains for stops
Departing station and observing platforms
All of the above are correct
At any time in any direction
Only with the current of traffic
In any direction, but only when switching work is being performed
At any time, but only when switching work is being performed
Stop and stay in the clear of moving equipment
In a confined space in a switching area or tunnel stop and maintain a braced position
Stay clear of moving equipment in station and other such places
All above answers are correct
Mount or dismount away from main or live track when practicable
Use only handholds, ladders, steps or other part designated and placed for the purpose
Always dismount from equipment to equipment without stepping on the ground
Both A and B are correct
3 MPH
5 MPH
10 MPH
Employees are prohibited from getting on or off moving equipment except in an emergency
Be sure equipment has stopped
Be sure hand brakes have been set to hold
Be sure chock does not extend beyond the side of equipment
All of the above are correct
Orange
Red
Pink
Yellow
The employee must request three-point protection
The request must be made over the radio unless the request is made by face to face verbal communication
If necessary, employee must apply hand brakes, chocks, or skates to standing equipment to ensure the equipment does not move
All of the above answers are correct
Hand signals
Radio communication
Face to face verbal communication
Both B and C are correct
Employees are prohibited from occupying the space between moving locomotives or cars to be coupled
When adjusting the drawbar for proper coupling
When opening the knuckle on the locomotive
Both B and C are correct
Adjustments may be made by kicking equipment with foot
Keep all parts of your body clear of pinch points
Maintain firm footing and handhold, guarding against stumbling or falling
Both B and C are correct
Turn head away from uncoupling to avoid flying particles caused by air hoses
Position yourself far enough away from uncoupling to avoid being struck by air hoses as a result of their parting
Both A and B are correct
None of the above are correct
Place one foot in gauge of the track and assume a firm stance that will enable you to step clear quickly in the event of an unexpected movement
Grasp air hose nearest to you firmly behind its head and bend it upward, pull the hose farthest away toward the bent hose
Determine that air hose gaskets are in suitable condition, match the heads into opposite contoured slots, push downward and be sure the heads are sealed
All of the above answers are correct
Yes
No
Only in inclement weather
Only when the train is under flag protection
Familiarize themselves with various types of hand brakes, inspect brake wheel, pawl, ratchet and chain
Take a position appropriate for the type of hand brake to be operated, make sure such position provides secure footing and handhold
Employee must always be alert and protect themselves from spinning or sudden movement of brake wheel
All of the above answers are correct
Look in both directions for moving equipment, assure that switch and connecting rod are free of obstruction
Face the switch and maintain a braced position, always remember that a switch may be under tension and could fly up and hit you when you release it
When operating any switch, be sure the diverting switch point fits up properly before authorizing train movement over it
All the above answers are correct
Place feet firmly and maintain braced position and keep fingers clear of latch and other pinch points
To open or close, use handle, keeping body clear of movements, release latch with one foot, placing the tip of the other foot slightly over the edge
You can open trap door while standing on the ground at anytime, as long as the passengers do not interfere
After opening trap door, wait until train comes to a complete stop before descending stairs
Discuss safety matters and work to be performed, communicate before action is taken, protect against moving equipment
Secure equipment before action is taken and mentor less experienced employees
Employees sign register, discuss previous work day, talk with engineer about stops, secure your grip and work together as a team
Both A and B are correct
When close clearance prevents employee from riding at other locations
Employees are prohibited from riding the uncoupling lever, drawbar or knuckle
At any time as long as all crew members have participated in a job briefing
When employee is on the trailing end of equipment
Yes
No
No, only for the engineer
No, only for a mechanical employee
Passenger Conductor
Qualified Maintenance Person (QMP)
Locomotive Engineer
Qualified Person (QP)
After leaving initial terminal
After striking debris on tracks
After standing brake test has been made
All of the above are correct
Annually
Every two years
Every three years
Only in new hire training
Part 218
Part 220
Part 228
Part 242