GCOR - General Code of Operating Rules Authorities for Movement Questions and Answers

Question 1

A train crew receives a track warrant authorizing them to 'WORK BETWEEN' MP 50 and MP 60. Which of the following movements is permitted under this authority?

Accepted Answer

Move in either direction between MP 50 and MP 60.

Answer

GCOR Rule 14.3, 'Operating with Track Warrants,' specifies that a train authorized to 'WORK BETWEEN' two points may move in either direction between those points within the specified limits.

Question 2

Under which circumstance must a train crew receive a new track warrant to alter their existing limits?

Accepted Answer

When the limits or instructions of the original warrant need to be changed.

Answer

According to GCOR Rule 14.11, 'Changing Track Warrants,' if the limits or instructions of a track warrant need to be changed, a new track warrant must be issued that voids the previous one. Employees are explicitly forbidden from altering a warrant in any other manner.

Question 3

A train is operating within Yard Limits. What is the primary method of authorizing movement on the main track within these limits?

Accepted Answer

The presence of a 'Yard Limit' sign itself serves as authority.

Answer

GCOR Rule 6.13, 'Yard Limits,' states that within yard limits, trains or engines are authorized to use the main track not protecting against other trains or engines. The rule itself, indicated by timetable and signs, provides the authority, with the key stipulation that all movements must be made at restricted speed.

Question 4

A train crew is instructed by a Track Bulletin Form B to protect against men and equipment between MP 10 and MP 12. Upon approaching the limits, what is the first required action?

Accepted Answer

Stop before entering the limits unless instructed otherwise by the employee in charge.

Answer

GCOR Rule 15.2, 'Protection by Track Bulletin Form B,' requires that a train must not enter the limits protected by a Form B bulletin until instructed by the employee in charge. A train must stop before the limits unless prior instructions are received.

Question 5

Which of the following is required before making a reverse movement on a main track?

Accepted Answer

Permission must be obtained from the train dispatcher or control operator, unless within the same signaled block.

Answer

GCOR Rule 6.4.1, 'Permission for Reverse Movements,' mandates that a train must obtain permission from the train dispatcher or control operator before making a reverse movement on a main track, with the exception of movements staying within the same signaled block in certain territories like CTC.

GCOR - General Code of Operating Rules Practice Test

GCOR - General Code of Operating Rules Practice Test

GCOR - General Code of Operating Rules Authorities for Movement Questions and Answers