FREE PTS Knowledge Questions and Answers

Question 1

When is it acceptable to use a phone while on or near the line?

Accepted Answer

When necessary to carry out your responsibilities and in a safe posture

Answer

To place private calls

Answer

Never

Question 2

Where is the fence installed?

Accepted Answer

Between the work location and the closest available line

Answer

From the platform to the closest available line

Question 3

When working on electrical wires, what extra precautions do you need to take?

Accepted Answer

Using metallic tools or liquids

Answer

Being close to the boundary

Question 4

How far away from the line must lightweight tools and equipment be kept?

Accepted Answer

2 meters

Answer

3 meters

Answer

4 meters

Question 5

What should your hand not come into contact with, if any?

Accepted Answer

Rail conductor

Answer

Wires

Question 6

On the track layout, where is the ten-foot located?

Accepted Answer

in the middle

Answer

Side on the left

Answer

side on the right

Question 7

Which color light do you shine when it's dark outside or difficult to see?

Accepted Answer

or any intense light

Answer

A yellow-colored light

Answer

A white light

Answer

An orange lamp

Question 8

Is the track held in place by ballasts?

Accepted Answer

TRUE

Answer

FALSE

Question 9

How far back from the third rail do you have to stand?

Accepted Answer

300mm

Answer

500mm

Question 10

Out of five alternatives, which two constitute a safe system?

Accepted Answer

Equipment alert

Answer

Accurate Uniform