Letp 14-1 NORAC Protection Of Trains (Rules 130-137c)

When a track is returned to service, it is crucial for the employee responsible for the out of service limits to inform the dispatcher about any restrictions that may be in place. Additionally, they must ensure that all trains and track cars have been removed from the track to ensure safety. Therefore, the statement is true.

If movement to the out-of-service limits requires passing a stop signal, the dispatcher will authorize the movement according to rule 241. This means that if there is a need to go beyond the out-of-service limits and a stop signal is present, the dispatcher will give permission for the movement to proceed. Therefore, the statement "True" is the correct answer.

A form D line 13 may be used in lieu of a form D line 4 when the information will not physically fit on a line 4. The Form D line 13 must be formatted as though it was issued on a form D line 4

The employee providing the protection must remain at the location until recalled

Foul Time may be issued to employees qualified on the operating rules and physical characteristics of the territory involved.

The employee in charge may authorize trains to operate at normal speed (not exceeding 30MPH when:In non-signaled DCS territory, the track used is clear and safe for the speed authorized, all affected switches secured in Normal position, all roadway workers are notified, permission given in the correct manor etc... See NORAC Page 53 rule 133 D.

The correct answer choices are A whole mile post, A station or other physical characteristic location, and a track barricade or flagman at a designated location. These physical features are used to define the out of service limits. A whole mile post is a specific marker on the track that indicates a particular location. A station or other physical characteristic location refers to any identifiable point along the track, such as a station or a specific landmark. A track barricade or flagman at a designated location is used to mark off a specific area that is out of service. These physical features help ensure safety and provide clear boundaries for maintenance or repairs.

When a train is out of service and needs to reverse direction, it must obtain permission from the employee in charge. Additionally, the movements must be made at restricted speed, which means the train must proceed at a speed that allows it to stop within half the range of vision and be able to stop before encountering any obstruction on the track. This ensures the safety of the train and any workers or equipment in the area.

If the work involves on-track equipment that will disturb the track or catenary structure, the authorization to perform the work can be obtained from either Form D line 4 or line 5.

Rule 134a states: Movements in the direction of the out of service track must be may be by Bulletin order or Form D line 4 or 13, the dispatcher must not display signals.

The correct answer is: The affected track is clear of movements not part of the work group, Controlled signals leading to the track are in stop position, Blocking devices have been applied to the controls of switches.

When a Form D line 4 or line 13 is issued to remove a track from service, certain procedures need to be followed. These include ensuring that the affected track is clear of any movements that are not part of the work group, ensuring that the controlled signals leading to the track are in the stop position, and applying blocking devices to the controls of switches. Additionally, it is important to properly place an approach sign, stop sign, and resume speed sign.

Movements operating in the OOS portion of the track must not enter the In-service portion without permission of the Dispatcher.

The person in charge of the additional equipment need not see or read the Form D if it is published in the bulletin order.

130 e. Radio communication must be tried first. If that fails, flagging must be performed.

A Form D must be issued to the employee requesting use of the track to ensure that they have permission and are aware of any potential hazards or restrictions. The operators controlling the entrance to the track also need to be issued a Form D so that they are aware of the movement and can coordinate with other operators. The Conductor and Engineer may also need to be issued a Form D depending on the specific circumstances, but it is not explicitly stated in the question. The dispatcher may be involved in the process, but it is not necessary for them to be issued a Form D.

The "Working Limits" referred to in Form D line 5 or Bulletin Order must be identified by a whole mile post or other physical location. This means that the designated area for work is either marked by a specific mile post or by another physical reference point.

A Form D line 5 must be issued to the employee requesting to obstruct the track because they need to have permission and authorization to perform any work that obstructs the track. Operators controlling switches within the working limits also need to be issued a Form D line 5 because they need to have knowledge of any work being done in order to safely control the switches. Trains approaching the obstructed track also need to be issued a Form D line 5 so that they are aware of the work being done and can proceed with caution.

No movements must be made in the direction of the OOS track until the Form D line 4 or 13 has been delivered or they have verified that the Engineer is aware of the Bulletin Order item.