Centralized Traffic Control - Ctc Quiz - 39 Questions

A series of consecutive blocks governed by block signals, cab signals or both. The signals are activated by a train or by certain conditions that affect the block use.

A block system that used block signal indications to authorize train movement.

A method of operation in non-signaled territory where trains, men and equipment are authorized to occupy the main track in limits designated by the timetable.

A crew member or switch tender must operate the switch and wait 5 minutes at the switch to establish block signal protection.

The control operator or dispatcher must verify that there are no conflicting movements before giving the authority.

A track warrant will authorize main track use under the direction of the train dispatcher or as prescribed by Rule 6.13 (Yard Limits).

Disregard them unless they are connected to track side warning detectors unless specified in track bulletins.

Job briefing with foreman in charge.

Will not comply

48 hours after the effective date.

6 days after the effective date.

7 days after the effective date.

Proceed

Proceed prepared to stop before any part of train or engine passes the next signal or switch point indicator.

Proceed prepared to advance on diverging route at next signal at prescribed speed through turnout.

True

False

True

False

Your train may, after stopping, enter the block without contacting the control operator and return to the cars left on the main track.

The control operator must authorize you past the STOP indication before entering the main track.

After stopping, pull 100 feet beyond the signal, then wait 5 minutes before proceeding back to the cars on the main track.

After stopping a crew member must contact the train dispatcher or control operator and obtain authority to pass the STOP indication.

If the train dispatcher cannot be contacted, move 100 feet past the signal, wait 5 minutes, and then proceed at restricted speed.

Both answers are correct.

At a signal displaying a STOP indication, the crew will be governed by instructions in the release box.

After stopping, if no conflicting movement is evident, a crew member must immediately contact the control operator to obtain authority pass the signal.

A crew member must immediately contact the control operator unless the train is within track and time limits.

Warn other trains at once by radio.

STOP the train immediately.

Report it to the train dispatcher.

All the above answers are correct.

Movement may proceed when authorized only after a clear understanding is reached with all crew members specifying the control point, route, and switch(s) that must be operated by hand.

The control operator may then authorize movement past the STOP indication and instruct the employee to operate the switch by hand.

Both answers are correct.

A switch with a spring mechanism that returns the switch points to the original position after they are trailed through.

A power-operated switch, moveable point frog, or derail that can also be operated by hand.

A switch identified by a "V" or a bowl painted yellow. When trailed through, the switch points remain lined in the position they were forced.

Timetables

Look for green frogs.

Both above are correct

True

False

Proceed at restricted speed. The train must maintain this speed until the next signal is visible, that signal displays a proceed indication, and the track to that signal is clear.

Proceed prepared to stop at the next signal until the next signal is visible and that signal displays a proceed indication.

Proceed at restricted speed until the leading wheels have passed the next governing signal or the end of the block system.

A signal may be complied with when its aspect can be clearly seen, and the signal governs the track where movement is occurring or will be made.

A train may NOT comply with the next governing signal if operating on a signal or complying with a rule that requires movement at restricted speed.

Both answers are correct

Proceed at restricted speed and report the signal change to the dispatcher.

Stop the train at once and report the signal change to the train dispatcher.

The train must not exceed 40 MPH until it reaches a point where a crew member can report the defect to the train dispatcher.

The limits extend to the signal governing movement over the switch at CPT 21.

The limits extend only to the outer opposing signal at CPT 21.

The limits extend to the crossover switches at CPT 21.

The limits extend to the signal governing movement over the switch at CPT 28.

The limits extend only to the outer opposing signal at CPT 21.

The limits extend to the outer opposing signal at CPT 28.

Yes

No

After stopping, trains must be granted verbal authority to enter the limits at either end of the Track and Time authority.

Except at an interlocking, verbal authority is not required after stopping within the limits or when entering the limits at any other location.

Both answers are correct.

The limits must not be occupied until working limits are described and permission is received to enter the overlapping limits from the employee(s) listed on the authority.

Movements must be made at restricted speed.

Both answers are correct.

Yes

No

Movements against the current of traffic: 49 MPH

Movements may be made in either direction according to signal indication.

Both answers are correct.