WMATA Emergency Protocols Flashcards

What action must WMATA train operators take when they receive a 'Stop and Protect' order from the OCC?

Answer: Immediately stop the train and hold position until further instruction

A 'Stop and Protect' order requires the train operator to immediately bring the train to a complete stop and hold until the OCC provides further authorization to proceed.

How does WMATA handle platform overcrowding during a major emergency evacuation?

Answer: Station managers direct crowd flow, open all exits, and coordinate with police to manage passenger movement

During major evacuations, station managers direct crowd flow through all available exits while coordinating with transit police to safely manage large numbers of passengers.

What is a WMATA 'Code Red' alert used for?

Answer: Signaling an immediate life-safety emergency requiring urgent system response

A Code Red alert signals an immediate life-safety emergency, prompting urgent coordinated response from WMATA personnel and emergency services.

When a passenger activates an emergency intercom on a Metrorail car, who receives the call?

Answer: The train operator and the OCC simultaneously

Emergency intercom activations on Metrorail cars are received simultaneously by the train operator and the OCC, enabling coordinated and immediate response.

WMATA conducts emergency preparedness drills with external agencies primarily to:

Answer: Improve coordinated response capability and identify gaps in emergency plans

Joint emergency drills with external agencies help WMATA identify gaps in coordination, improve interoperability, and enhance the effectiveness of multi-agency emergency response.

What must occur before WMATA resumes normal train operations after a major emergency?

Answer: A formal all-clear from incident command and safety inspection of affected areas

Normal operations can only resume after incident command issues a formal all-clear and safety inspections confirm affected areas are safe for train movement.