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NORAC STUDY GUIDE 180 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024
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NORAC STUDY GUIDE 180 QUESTIONSAND ANSWERS 2024
1. What is the block signal system called in which the use of each
block is governed by an automatic block signal, cab signal or both?:
Automatic Block Signal System (ABS)
[NORAC p.1]
2. What is the term for an uncoupled engine (or engines) or the
leading portion of a train that is directed back toward the
remaining stationary portion of the same train?: Return Movement
[NORAC p.6]
3. Why type of signal is used to govern the approach to a home
signal?: Distant Signal
[NORAC p.3]
4. The signal that governs the entrance to an interlocking is called
what?: Home Signal [NORAC p.4]
5. What is the name of a track that is designated by timetable upon
which movements are authorized by ABS, DCS or interlocking
rules?: Main Track
[NORAC p.5]
,6. What publication is used to inform employees of information
affecting the movement of trains?: Bulletin Order (BO)
[NORAC p.1]
7. What publication is used to summarize changes to the timetable
and other instruction manuals?: General Order (GO)
[NORAC p.4]
8. What publication is published periodically which contains
instruction and information that does not affect the movement of
trains?: Division Notice (DN) [NORAC p.3]
9. What is the Stop Release function?: An operation of the PTC system
which allows equipment to be released from a positive stop. [NORAC
p.7]
10. What is a Positive Train Control System (PTC)?: An electronic train
control system which enforces Normal Speed, Temporary Speed
Restrictions, Stop Signals, or other conditions requiring a train stop.
[NORAC p.6]
11. What is a Data Radio?: A radio used on PTC equipped trains and
fixed sites to send and receive PTC data updates and information.
[NORAC p.2]
,12. What is a Transponder?: A device mounted between the rails that
transmits location specific information to trains equipped with on
board PTC apparatus. [NORAC p.8]
13. What is the speed that does not exceed 15MPH?: Slow Speed
[NORAC p.7]
14. What is the speed that does not exceed 30MPH?: Medium Speed
[NORAC p.7]
15. What is the speed that does not exceed 45MPH for passenger trains
and 40MPH for freight trains?: Limited Speed
[NORAC p.7]
16. What is the term used for Maximum Authorized Speed?: Normal
Speed
[NORAC p.7]
17. What is the fouling point?: The point on a track beyond which
equipment will foul an adjacent track. Fouling points will not safely
accommodate a person riding the side of a car. [NORAC p.4]
18. Whom should an employee consult if in doubt as to the meaning or
application of a rule or special instruction?: Employees must be
familiar with and obey all rules and special instructions that relate to
their duties. If in doubt as to the meaning or application of a rule or
, special instruction, an employee must request an explanation from
the proper authority.
[NORAC Rule B, p.9]
19. What required books must employees maintain and have with
them on duty?: The operating rules and timetable, if their duties are
affected by them.
The safety rules for their department.
The Hazardous Materials Instructions, if they are involved in the
shipment of hazardous materials.
The Air Brake Instructions, if their duties are affected by them.
[NORAC Rule A, p.9]
20. When must a train crew notify the train dispatcher before the
expiration of their legal on duty period?: Train and engine crews
must notify the appropriate Train Dispatcher or other designated
supervisor not less than 3 hours before the expiration of their legal
on-duty period, unless scheduled to complete their assignment before
their legal work period expires.
[NORAC Rule Q, p.14]
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