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

Answer

A derail deliberately derails equipment to stop unauthorized movement onto a main track.

Question 2

A green signal aspect authorizes the driver to do what?

Accepted Answer

Proceed at the authorized line speed

Answer

A green (clear) aspect permits movement at the maximum authorized speed for the line.

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

Answer

A waved red flag is an emergency stop signal that must be obeyed immediately.

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

Answer

The fouling point shows how far a car can stand before it interferes with movement on the adjacent track.

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

Answer

With faulty crossing protection the driver must slow and be ready to stop for road traffic.

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