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23 Cards in this Set
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Track and time authority must include |
Track designation, track limits, and either a time limit or the words "until released" |
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The train or M/W may use the track in either direction within the specified limits according to signal indication until ____ |
The limits are verbally released |
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T/F track and time authorizes trains to occupy track(s) within interlocking limits |
False |
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Except at interlocking, trains granted track and time passing signal displaying stop how |
After stopping, authority must be granted to enter limits at either end. Authority is not required after stopping within the limits or entering the limits at any other location Must move at restricted speed Must observe the requirements for inspection of spring switches |
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Employees releasing track and time must state: |
Their name/other ID The track and time limits being released, including # |
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If no other employee has received track and time within the same limits a train may |
Release track and time to move in a specified direction |
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What will govern the train if the TD verbally authorizes the release of track and time specifying direction of movement |
Signal indication |
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In CTC, a TD may grant track and time when |
If limits are clear If limits are occupied by train to be granted track and time Or If all trains within the limits have been identified by employee in the field as having passed the location where track will be occupied |
Clear Joint Behind |
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Dispatcher must know that employee in the field has ___prior to issuing behind track and time |
Identified by initials and engine number, any trains without track and time that are within limits to be occupied or that the train has physically passed the point where employee will foul track |
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Before issuing track and time, the train dispatcher must verify... |
That signals governing access into the limits are at stop and apply blocking mechanisms |
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Do not issue track and time with switch"yes"to a train unless... |
It's at the end of CTC AND The limits will be jointly occupied with M/W |
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If additional time may be granted, for track and time, what must be included |
A repeat of the permit number |
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Before granting track and time authority, protect the limits by: |
Apply blocking mechanism Line and lock dual control switches for movement in limits Record the track and time authority |
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Before track and time is granted where limits will be jointly occupied the TD must: |
Know that the trains granted joint Tr/Ti are moving at restricted speed Issue joint Tr/Ti to all trains, machines, track cars or employees within or will enter the limits |
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When trains are included do not issue joint or overlapping limits to more than how many occupants |
4 |
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Confirmation of limits applies to |
Track and time Track permits Foul time Track warrants |
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T/F foul time may be issued jointly |
False |
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When track and time with a switch "yes", foul time, or giving permission to take a dual control switch off power the TD must |
Notify affected trains that signal indication may change |
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When issuing verbal or written authorities TD must |
Advise employees of any conditions or restrictions Ensure instructions can be understood and don't conflict with rules When verbal, TD will receive employees name and location Transmit authority with the precise limits and conditions Listen carefully for correct read back Use only ok'd time on cad screen Guard against hazardous conditions Void any written authorities that are not understood and reissue using a new # Issue verbal authorities clearly, concisely, and easily received speed |
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T/F train dispatcher must exercise caution to ensure that the employees do not misunderstand a discussion about work to be performed as granting authority |
True |
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When releasing authority verbally the train dispatcher must |
If not already stated, request authority # to be released Have authority displayed on system then advise employee to continue with release Listen/observe screen to ensure correct authority is being released TD repeat of release must include authority #, release time, and employee name at minimum |
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Do not reposition a dual control switch within track and time, foul time, track permit, form B, or track out of service limits until |
An understanding is reached with all affected train/employees |
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Before granting permission for reverse movement: |
W/in CTC or manual interlocking limits, set signals providing access to the rear of the train to stop and apply blocking mechanisms Instruct following train to Stop and remain stopped until movement is complete (don't grant authority between the two) Issue joint authority when either track and time, track permit, or work between in TWC territory is in effect behind the train making the movement |
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