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Amtrak Quiz 2 Latest Update With 100% Correct SolutionsRule 241
The Stop Signal may be passed only when verbal permission of the Dispatcher has been
obtained. Permission cannot be given or accepted until the train has stopped at the
signal. A member of the
crew shall communicate with the Dispatcher and act in accordance with his
instructions.
Rule 241 A.
Before giving out permission to pass the Stop Signal, the Dispatcher shall ascertain
that:
1. Affected appliances are properly positioned and secured with blocking devices. If
the position of a switch cannot be determined, the route must be inspected.
2. No opposing or conflicting movements have been authorized.
3. Blocking devices have been applied to protect against opposing movements
whenever the Stop Signal involved governs entrance to a track where Rule 261 is
in effect
Rule 241 B.
After permission has been confirmed, the train must operate at Restricted Speed
Rule 241 E.
The Dispatcher shall immediately take two actions:
, 1. Attempt to stop that train and other trains involved.
2. Notify the next TBS or interlocking station
Rule 242
movement must be governed by the most restrictive indication that can be given by that
signal
Rule 251
When track is signaled in only one direction, signal indication will be the authority for
trains
to operate with the current of traffic. Movements against the current of traffic will be
non signaled DCS rules apply
Rule 261
Signal indication will govern the operation of a train in either direction on the same
Track
Clear
Opposing
Stop
Signs Displayed
Block
BDA to prevent opposing moves
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