PTS Emergency Procedures 5

Question 1

A worker observes a trespasser on the track in the work zone. What is the correct PTS response?

Accepted Answer

Warn the trespasser, protect the track, and notify the control center and supervisor

Answer

Workers should warn the trespasser to leave, protect the track if necessary, and immediately notify the control center and supervisor.

Question 2

During an emergency, what does 'lining out' a defect mean?

Accepted Answer

Removing the defect from service by protecting it with proper flagging and authority

Answer

Lining out a defect means taking the affected section out of service by applying proper protection and authority until repairs are completed.

Question 3

What is the significance of a 'fogged' or obscured track signal during an emergency?

Accepted Answer

It must be treated as the most restrictive indication until the signal aspect can be confirmed

Answer

When a signal cannot be clearly read, it must be treated as the most restrictive (stop) indication to prevent movement into an unsafe section.

Question 4

Which action is prohibited during an active on-track emergency?

Accepted Answer

Using personal mobile phones for non-emergency social calls while protective measures are incomplete

Answer

Personal mobile phone use for non-emergency purposes is prohibited during an active emergency until all protective measures are complete and workers are safe.

Question 5

When releasing track protection after an emergency, what must occur BEFORE trains are permitted to move over the affected section?

Accepted Answer

An authorized inspection confirming the track is safe and all workers and equipment are clear

Answer

An authorized person must inspect the track and confirm it is safe and fully clear of workers and equipment before train movements are permitted.

PTS - Personal Track Safety Practice Test

PTS - Personal Track Safety Practice Test

PTS Emergency Procedures 5