WMATA WMATA Safety Procedures 2

Question 1

What is WMATA's policy on drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive employees?

Accepted Answer

Employees are subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing

Answer

Testing is conducted only after accidents

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Testing is voluntary for all employees

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Only random testing is required under WMATA policy

Question 2

During a fire alarm in a WMATA station, which action should station personnel take first?

Accepted Answer

Activate the evacuation plan, make PA announcements, and contact the OCC

Answer

Wait for the fire department to arrive before taking action

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Turn off electrical systems independently

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Unlock all exits and return to the station kiosk

Question 3

What is the significance of WMATA's 'Track Intrusion Alarm' (TIA) system?

Accepted Answer

It detects unauthorized entry onto tracks and alerts the OCC to stop trains

Answer

It monitors station lighting levels

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It logs fare evasion at platform edges

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It tracks train speed on curves

Question 4

How long must WMATA employees report work-related injuries after they occur?

Accepted Answer

Immediately or as soon as practicable

Answer

Within 72 hours

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Within one week

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At the next scheduled performance review

Question 5

What type of hazard does WMATA's third-rail protection program address?

Accepted Answer

Electrical shock risk from the 750-volt DC powered third rail

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Derailment risk on curved tracks

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Fire risk from overheated braking systems

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Flooding risk in underground stations

Question 6

What is the purpose of WMATA's Job Safety Briefing (JSB) conducted before maintenance work?

Accepted Answer

To communicate hazards, safety measures, and responsibilities before work begins

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To review employee time sheets

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To evaluate employee performance metrics

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To assign overtime hours for the shift