Train Driver Rail Safety and Signages 5

Question 1

What action is required when a train experiences an unexplained emergency brake application?

Accepted Answer

Stop and inspect before proceeding

Answer

Reset and continue immediately

Answer

Increase throttle

Answer

Ignore if speed is low

Question 2

A switch target showing the points set for the diverging route warns the driver to do what?

Accepted Answer

Observe the lower speed limit for the turnout

Answer

Maintain main-line speed

Answer

Stop completely

Answer

Sound the horn

Question 3

What is the purpose of a 'positive train control' (PTC) system regarding signals?

Accepted Answer

To automatically enforce speed limits and stop signals if the driver does not respond

Answer

To play music in the cab

Answer

To sell tickets

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To clean the track

Question 4

When a driver receives conflicting signal indications, the correct response is to do what?

Accepted Answer

Follow the most restrictive indication

Answer

Follow the least restrictive

Answer

Stop and switch off

Answer

Choose randomly

Question 5

What does a 'clearance point' at a siding ensure?

Accepted Answer

Trains can pass on the adjacent track without collision

Answer

The signal is working

Answer

The crossing is clear of cars

Answer

The brakes are released

Question 6

Why must a driver report a defective signal to the dispatcher promptly?

Accepted Answer

So the dispatcher can warn other trains and arrange repairs

Answer

To request overtime

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To change the schedule

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To order supplies

Question 7

A 'restricting' signal aspect (e.g., red over yellow) permits movement under what condition?

Accepted Answer

At restricted speed prepared to stop short of obstructions

Answer

At full line speed

Answer

Only in reverse

Answer

Without any speed limit