NORAC - 10th Edition - Definitions
LETP NORAC Definitions
- 1.NORAC - 10th Edition - Definitions A block that must not be occupied by more than one train.
- A.
Absolute Block
- B.
Block
- C.
Siding
- D.
Interlocking
- 2.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A block signal that is activated either by track circuit or in conjunction with interlocking or controlled point circuits.
- A.
Block Signal
- B.
Automatic Block Signal
- C.
Distant Signal
- D.
Controlled Signal
- 3.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A block signal system in which the use of each block is governed by an automatic block signal, cab signal, or both.
- A.
Block Signal
- B.
Automatic Block Signal
- C.
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)
- D.
Controlled Signal
- 4.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A device on an engine which will cause a penalty application of the brakes if the engineer fails to acknowledge a cab signal change to a more restrictive indication.
- A.
Cab Signal
- B.
Speed Control
- C.
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)
- D.
Automatic Train Stop
- 5.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A length of track with defined limits on which train movements are governed by block signals, cab signals, or Form D.
- A.
Block
- B.
Siding
- C.
Running Track
- D.
Main Track
- 6.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A fixed signal displayed to trains at the entrance of a block to govern use of that block.
- A.
Home Signal
- B.
Block Signal
- C.
Controlled Signal
- D.
Interlocking Signal
- 7.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A lever, plug, ring, or other method of control that restricts the operation of a switch or signal.
- A.
Spring Switch
- B.
Speed Control
- C.
Blocking Device
- D.
Bolt-Lock Switch
- 8.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A hand-operated switch equipped with a pipe connected locking device that is designed to shunt the signal system before the switch points are operated.
- A.
Blocking Device
- B.
Spring Switch
- C.
Semi-Automatic Switch
- D.
Bolt-Lock Switch
- 9.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A publication used to notify employees of changes to rules, procedures, or other instructions affecting the movement of trains and issued periodically by the designated officer.
- A.
General Order
- B.
Division Notice
- C.
Bulletin Order
- 10.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions Located in the engine control compartment, this signal is used in conjunction with interlocking signals (with or in lieu of block signals) and indicates track occupancy or condition.
- A.
Cab Signal
- B.
Automatic Block Signal
- C.
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)
- D.
Home Signal
- 11.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions The location where the Operator is on duty, from which remote control signal appliances or switches are operated.
- A.
Controlled Point
- B.
Control Station
- C.
Controlled Siding
- D.
Interlocking Station
- 12.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A station designated in the Timetable where signals are remotely controlled from the control station.
- A.
Controlled Point
- B.
Controlled Siding
- C.
Interlocking
- D.
Siding
- 13.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A circuited track in which both ends are controlled and governed by signals under the control of a Dispatcher or Operator.
- A.
Controlled Siding
- B.
Controlled Signal
- C.
Interlocking
- D.
Interlocking Station
- 14.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A fixed signal, capable of displaying Stop indication, that is controlled by a Dispatcher or Operator.
- A.
Distant Signal
- B.
Home Signal
- C.
Block Signal
- D.
Controlled Signal
- 15.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions The assigned direction of moment as specified in the Timetable.
- A.
Crossover
- B.
Current of Traffic
- C.
Special Instruction
- D.
Running Track
- 16.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A fixed signal used to govern the approach of a train to a home signal.
- A.
Home Signal
- B.
Distant Signal
- C.
Block Signal
- D.
Controlled Signal
- 17.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions The portion of a railroad system assigned to the supervision of a Superintendent.
- A.
Station
- B.
Yard
- C.
Line
- D.
Division
- 18.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A publication issued periodically by the designated officer, which contains instructions or information which do not affect the movement of trains.
- A.
General Order
- B.
Division Notice
- C.
Bulletin Order
- 19.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A power-operated switch also equipped for hand operation.
- A.
Dual Control Switch
- B.
Switch
- C.
Spring Switch
- D.
Bolt-Lock Switch
- 20.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A unit or combination of units propelled by any form of energy.
- A.
Engine
- B.
Train
- C.
Consist
- D.
Track Car
- 21.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A train not designated by a Timetable schedule.
- A.
Camp Car
- B.
Extra Train
- C.
Scheduled Train
- D.
Engine
- 22.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions Being in such proximity to a track individual, tools or equipment could be struck by a moving train or other that an on-track equipment, or in any case is within four feet of the nearest rail.
- A.
Fouling Point
- B.
Fouling a Track
- C.
Yard Limits
- 23.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions The point on a track beyond which equipment will foul an adjacent track.
- A.
Yard Limits
- B.
Fouling a Track
- C.
Foul Point
- D.
Interlocking
- 24.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A publication used to summarize changes to the Timetable and other instruction manuals which is issued periodically by the designated officer.
- A.
General Order
- B.
Division Notice
- C.
Bulletin Order
- 25.NORAC - 10th Edition – Definitions A fixed signal governing entrance to an interlocking or controlled point.
- A.
Interlocking Signal
- B.
Home Signal
- C.
Controlled Signal
- D.
Distant Signal
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Sample Question1. General Orders, Bulletin Orders, Division Notices: When reporting for duty, employees whose duties are affected by General Orders, bulletin Orders and Division Notices must familiarize themselves with, and must comply with, those instructions pertaining to any portions of the territory on which they are qualified or ordered to operate. They must have a copy of each __________________ with them while on duty.
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Sample QuestionThree steps are followed to provide flag protection against approaching trains on adjacent tracks. Select the correct answers.
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Sample QuestionC. Required Examinations: Employees will be given a written examination on the Operating Rules and must obtain a score of at least _____.
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