Train Driver Rail Safety and Signages 3

Question 1

What does a 'derail' device on a track do?

Accepted Answer

Intentionally guides a moving car off the rails to prevent it entering a main line

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Speeds up coupling

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Cleans the rail head

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Measures axle load

Question 2

A green signal aspect authorizes the driver to do what?

Accepted Answer

Proceed at the authorized line speed

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Stop at the next station

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Reduce to half speed

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Sound the horn continuously

Question 3

What should a driver do upon seeing a hand signal of a red flag waved across the track?

Accepted Answer

Stop the train

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Increase speed

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Continue at caution

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Switch tracks

Question 4

What is the function of a 'fouling point' marker at a switch?

Accepted Answer

Indicates the limit beyond which equipment would obstruct the adjacent track

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Marks where the rail is broken

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Shows the station boundary

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Marks the signal location

Question 5

When approaching a grade crossing with malfunctioning warning devices, the driver should do what?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and be prepared to stop

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Maintain track speed

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Sound horn once only

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Switch off the headlight

Question 6

What does a temporary speed restriction (TSR) board indicate?

Accepted Answer

A reduced speed required over a defined stretch, often for track condition

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A permanent new speed limit

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End of electrification

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A scheduled stop

Question 7

Why is it important to know the 'sighting distance' of a signal?

Accepted Answer

To ensure there is enough distance to react and stop after first seeing the signal

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To estimate fuel use

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To calculate ticket prices

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To time station announcements