WMATA WMATA Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

What is the WMATA protocol for evacuating passengers from a stalled train in a tunnel?

Accepted Answer

Passengers are escorted by WMATA staff along the walkway to the nearest station

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Passengers stay on the train until power is restored

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Passengers exit through emergency roof hatches

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Passengers wait for a rescue bus

Question 2

Before a tunnel evacuation, what must ROCC confirm to ensure passenger safety?

Accepted Answer

Traction power is de-energized and locked out in the affected zone

Answer

Train count in the system

Answer

All gates are locked

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Bus bridges are staged

Question 3

Which chemical agent detection system is deployed in WMATA stations?

Accepted Answer

Chemical Agent Detection System (CADS)

Answer

WMATA does not have chemical detection

Answer

Portable gas detectors only

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Fire suppression foam system

Question 4

What is the first priority in WMATA's emergency response hierarchy?

Accepted Answer

Life safety

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Protecting property

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Maintaining service continuity

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Media communications

Question 5

What system does WMATA use to communicate emergency instructions to passengers in stations?

Accepted Answer

Public Address (PA) system and variable message signs

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Text message blasts

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Social media only

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Printed handouts

Question 6

How often does WMATA conduct emergency evacuation drills?

Accepted Answer

Annually, as required by safety regulations

Answer

Every five years

Answer

Only after an actual emergency

Answer

Every 6 months