49 CFR Part 242 Exam Study Guide Questions and Answers
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How many categories of violations may be considered for revoking certification?
A. 6
B. 10
C. 12
D. 15 - Answer-C
If a conductor knowingly commits a violation against the FRA's regulations:
A. Each day a violation continues will be counted as a separate offense.
B. Each violation type ...
49 CFR Part 242 Exam Study Guide
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How many categories of violations may be considered for revoking certification?
A. 6
B. 10
C. 12
D. 15 - Answer-C
If a conductor knowingly commits a violation against the FRA's regulations:
A. Each day a violation continues will be counted as a separate offense.
B. Each violation type will only be counted as one offense.
C. Each 30 days a violation continues will be counted as a separate offense.
D. Each day a violation continues the FRA will add an additional fine. - Answer-A
What must happen when a person waives the right to a hearing?
A. The waiver must be in writing.
B. The person must have knowledge and understanding of these rights and voluntarily
surrender them.
C. Be signed by the person making the waiver.
D. All of the above answers are correct. - Answer-D
On-the-job training must include:
A. An online portal with training videos.
B. A manual or checklist for use while training.
C. Q&A sessions at the end of each training event.
D. 16 hours of classroom training. - Answer-B
Amtrak will provide the opportunity for an individual to explain or rebut information
leading to denial of certification __________ certification is denied.
A. Before
B. Within 30 days
C. Within 45 days
D. Within 60 days - Answer-A
The Federal standards in 49 CFR, Part 242 must be met by:
A. Passenger Conductors / Conductors
B. Engineers
, C. Assistant Conductors
D. Supervisors - Answer-A
If an emergency forces a conductor off the train after the train leaves its initial terminal,
can the train continue without a qualified conductor?
A. Yes, the engineer who is not a certified conductor may take the train to a location
where the conductor can be replaced.
B. An assistant conductor must be on the train.
C. The locomotive engineer must be informed that there is no certified conductor on the
train prior to any movement.
D. All of the above are correct. - Answer-D
If convicted, or if there is a completed state action to revoke, suspend or deny a motor
vehicle driver's license for Drug/Alcohol violations, a certified conductor must report this
fact to Amtrak _____________.
A. Immediately
B. Within 24 hours
C. Within 48 hours
D. Within 1 week - Answer-C
An individual will not be eligible to serve as a conductor ___________ after Amtrak
notifies the individual of the denial or revocation of certification.
A. Immediately
B. Within 1 week
C. Within 30 days
D. Within 180 days - Answer-A
If Amtrak becomes aware that an individual has an active substance abuse disorder, his
or her certification will be denied:
A. Immediately
B. Only after the Supervisor has been informed
C. After a review panel meets
D. Within 30 days - Answer-A
If an individual believes Amtrak acted improperly in denying certification or
recertification, he or she may submit a petition, but it must be submitted in writing.
A. True
B. False
C. True, but it must be submitted within 30 days
D. True, but it must be submitted within 90 days - Answer-A
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