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GCOR - General Code of Operating Rules Emergency Procedures and Incident Response Flashcards

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  1. According to GCOR, when must a crew report a rough or unusual track condition observed during their run?

    Answer: Immediately to the dispatcher upon observation

    GCOR requires crews to report rough or unusual track conditions to the dispatcher immediately upon observation, not at the end of the trip.

  2. Under GCOR, what action is required when a crew member becomes incapacitated and unable to perform their duties?

    Answer: The remaining crew member must stop the train and notify the dispatcher

    GCOR requires the remaining crew member to stop the train and immediately notify the dispatcher when a crew member becomes incapacitated.

  3. According to GCOR, what must a crew do upon discovering a broken rail?

    Answer: Stop immediately, protect both ends of the break, and notify the dispatcher

    GCOR requires the crew to stop immediately upon discovering a broken rail, protect both ends of the break, and notify the dispatcher before any other trains approach.

  4. Under GCOR, when is a crew authorized to pass a switch that is not properly lined without specific authority to do so?

    Answer: Never; improperly lined switches require specific authority before movement

    GCOR prohibits any movement through an improperly lined switch without specific authority — verbal confirmation alone is insufficient.

  5. According to GCOR, if a train experiences a runaway condition on a descending grade, what is the required action?

    Answer: Apply emergency brakes, sound the horn continuously, and notify the dispatcher immediately

    GCOR requires the engineer to apply emergency brakes, sound the horn continuously to warn others, and notify the dispatcher immediately of a runaway condition.

  6. Under GCOR, after a train is involved in a collision, when may the crew move the equipment without specific authority?

    Answer: Only if movement is necessary to protect life or prevent further damage

    GCOR only permits movement of collision-involved equipment without specific authority when such movement is necessary to protect human life or prevent additional damage.