GCOR Locomotive Rules and Inspection 3

Question 1

According to GCOR, what must an engineer do before leaving a locomotive unattended?

Accepted Answer

Secure the locomotive so it cannot move and leave it in a safe condition

Answer

Before leaving a locomotive unattended, the engineer must secure it so it cannot move and ensure it is in a safe condition to protect against unintended movement.

Question 2

Under GCOR, what does it mean when a locomotive is operating 'light'?

Accepted Answer

The locomotive is moving without any cars coupled to it

Answer

A 'light' locomotive (or 'running light') means the locomotive is moving without any cars or equipment coupled to it.

Question 3

When a locomotive cab is not equipped with a working windshield wiper on the engineer's side during precipitation, what does GCOR require?

Accepted Answer

The locomotive must be set out at the next available location

Answer

A non-functional windshield wiper on the engineer's side impairs visibility and requires the locomotive to be set out at the next available location for repair.

Question 4

Under GCOR, what is the correct procedure when an engineer notices a locomotive fuel level is critically low during a trip?

Accepted Answer

Notify the train dispatcher so arrangements can be made for refueling

Answer

When fuel is critically low, the engineer must notify the train dispatcher so that arrangements can be made for refueling before the locomotive runs out of fuel.

Question 5

According to GCOR, what must be done when a locomotive horn is inoperative?

Accepted Answer

The defect must be reported and the locomotive removed from service or repaired

Answer

An inoperative horn is a reportable defect that requires the locomotive to be removed from service or repaired, as the horn is a critical safety warning device.

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GCOR Locomotive Rules and Inspection 3