Quiz 3 information

Rule 160: form D’s must be numbered how?

• must be numbered consecutively each day beginning at midnight

• numbers must be prefixed with the letter designation of a railroad

Rule 161: what 6 requirements apply when completing a form D properly?

1. info legible and without erasure or alteration

2. only authorized abbreviations

3. commas must be used to separate numbers or locations listed in series

4. applicable line numbers must be circled

5. employees must review the entire form for additional info

6. operators must keep an office copy of each form D received

Rule 162: how do you address a form D to a train?

• must be addressed to those who are to execute them, indicating the date and naming the location at which each is to receive a copy

• addressed to the conductor and engineer

• scheduled train will be identified by the abbreviation number plus the schedule number and engine number

• if the engine belongs to another company, their initials will precede the engine number

• extra trains will be identified by the word ‘extra’ plus the engine number

• blanket form d’s can be addressed

Rule 162: how to address a form D to a track car?

• must be addressed to those who are to execute them, indicating the date and naming the location at which each is to receive a copy

• addressed to track car foreman, track car driver, pilot

• identified by abbreviation ‘TC’ plus letters and numerals of equipment

• if more than one TC will operate, they must be specified

Rule 163: what must an employee examine a photocopy of a form D for?

employees must examine each copy for completeness and legibility before delivering

Rule 165: what are the 3 ways a form D is delivered?

1. physically delivered to addressed employees

2. radio, telephone, or in person

3. electronically transmitted (if fax machine, must verify # and date)

Rule 165: form D’s must not be copied or dictated by who?

• any employee operating the controls of any moving train or TC

• anyone piloting a moving train or track car

How should numerals be pronounced on a form D?

digit by digit

Rule 167: what happens when communication fails whilst giving a form D?

• don’t give time effective until the form D is repeated correctly

• if communication fails before the form D is made effective, the train must not proceed until connection has been re-established

Rule 168: what happens when errors are discovered BEFORE TIME EFFECTIVE?

dispatcher must direct receiving employee to destroy their copy, mark ‘void', then reissue the form d under a new form d number

Rule 168: what happens when errors are discovered AFTER TIME EFFECTIVE?

• form must be canceled

• give the new form D first before cancelling the old one

Rule 169: what 5 things can you add to a form D?

1. form d cancellation info (C)

2. track is clear info (C)

3. additional line 2 authorities (2)

4. additional line 3 authorities (3)

5. line 13 you can only add track is clear info after form is made effective

Rule 170: what needs to happen when delivering a form D at an interlocking or controlled point?

• BDAs must be applied to keep train from leaving the interlocking without the form D

• BDAs cannot be removed until the form D is delivered or the engineer is aware

Rule 172: how do you deliver a form D to a train that will have its movement restricted in immediate vicinity?

• when a form d restricting the movement of a train covers a portion of the track within 3 miles of the point of delivery, the train must be stopped

• form d must be delivered before the signal to proceed is displayed, unless the engineer has been fully advised of the situation

TDM 165: what actions do you take when a form D or TSRB change will be delivered at a designated location?

• apply blocking device protection to prevent trains without the Form D or TSRB change from entering restricted track

• blocking devices applied and remain applied until dispatcher determines:

  • all trains approaching the restriction have a copy of the form D or TSRB addition

  • will receive the form D or TSRB change before arriving at the entrance to the restriction

Rule 175: how should temporary speed restrictions be listed, indicated, or designated?

• listed in sequential order

• indicated by MPH or rule 80

• designated by timetable locations, mile post locations, signal locations, catenary pole numbers, bridge numbers (Too Much Sun Causes Burns)

Rule 176: how long are form D’s in effect for and how long are they retained?

• remain in effect until fulfilled or canceled

• fulfilled or canceled form D’s must be marked with an “X” and then retained and held available for inspection for a period of 7 days

What time are TSRBs effective daily?

5:00AM

TSRB usage and delivery

• temporary speed restrictions will be issued by TSRB, except when it is more efficient to issue a restriction by form D

• TSRB will be electronically transmitted to all major sign up locations

• crews must examine TSRB to ensure that it is current, complete, and legible

TDM 175 part D: protection of temporary speed restrictions

• upon receipt of the form D line 1 or TSRB addition, the train movement office responsible for its delivery will inform the originating train movement office of the # of the first train to which the form D or TSRB addition will be delivered

• dispatcher on whose section the restriction is in effect will maintain blocking protection until that train and the next 4 in timetable order have verified possession of the form D or TSRB addition with that train dispatcher

Limits of a temporary speed restriction must be designated by what? How are speed restrictions listed?

• listed in sequential order

• Too Much Sun Causes Burns - designated by timetable locations, mile post locations, signal locations, catenary pole numbers, bridge numbers

When speed signs can’t be displayed, when can a dispatcher use portions of a mile on a TSRB?

when its used in conjunction with a physical characteristics location

What happens when a train is enroute at the effective time?

C&E of trains enroute at the time a new TSRB becomes effective will be governed by the TSRB in their possession until they receive a copy of the current TSRB

TDM 175 part E: what happens when the current TSRB can’t be delivered at the initial terminal?

• dispatcher can issue a form D to the train to cover any temporary speed restrictions in effect on any in service track over which the train could be routed

• instruct the crew to use the TSRB form from the previous day, if available, then add or cancel restrictions on the TSRB to make it current

• dispatcher must apply blocking devices at locations where TSRB will be delivered and keep them applied until engineer says they received it

Important notes when adding or canceling restrictions

• additions or cancelations must not be copied by an employee operating a train

• when dictating, pronounce digit by digit

• info must be repeated correctly before dispatcher can give time effective

• when a speed restriction addition or cancelation is given to more than one train, the “time effective” or “time canceled” will be the same for all trains and will be the time of the original addition or cancelation

• if communication fails before “time effective” is given, connection must be re-established first

What happens when an error is discovered in a TSRB after the faxing process has begun?

the error must be corrected by form D, TSRB addition, or cancelation

TDM 175 part F: what happens when a class 8 track is unuseable for 8 hours?

schedule change or train delay that renders no service on a particular class 8 track (speed greater than 125mph) for a period of 8+ hours, a train shall be operating not exceeding 100mph on that particular track before the resumption of the maximum authorized speed

What is a CAB signal system (CSS)?

interconnected with the fixed signal system to provide the engineer with continuous info on track occupancy or conditions ahead

Rule 550: the movement of a train, not equipped with cab signal apparatus, is prohibited, except when authorized by timetable. movements authorized by timetable will:

• notify the dispatcher before entering equipped territory

• be governed by fixed signal indication operating at restricted speed, unless the dispatcher authorizes rule 556, or in 562 territory, authorizes movement on form D line 13 to operate in accordance with rule 563.

Rule 551: when should the cab signal apparatus be tested?

must be tested and found to be operational within 24 hours before leaving its initial terminal

Rule 552: if the cab signal conforms to the fixed signal within 6 seconds of a train entering a block, then…

then the fixed signal will govern

Rule 552: if the cab signal does NOT conform to the fixed signal within 6 seconds of a train entering a block, then…

• the more restrictive signal indication will govern

• engineer must notify dispatcher —> dispatcher notifies C&S

TDM 555: if a false proceed aspect was displayed on an interlocking or controlled point signal…

• restore the signal to the stop position and place a blocking device on the signal mechanism

• notify C&S trouble desk

• maintain protection until the removal of blocking protection has been authorized by C&S

Rule 555: what are the 6 criteria for determining cab signal apparatus failure?

1. The audible indicator fails to sound when the cab signal changes to a more restrictive aspect.

2. The audible indicator continues to sound even though the cab signal change was acknowledged and the speed of the train was reduced to the speed required by the cab signal indication.

3. The cab signal fails to conform at 2 fixed signal locations in succession.

4. Damage or fault occurs to any part of the cab signal apparatus.

5. When approaching a fixed signal displaying Approach or more favorable aspect in CSS territory without fixed automatic block signals, the cab signal displays Restricting and fails to conform after passing the fixed signal.

6. When approaching a fixed signal displaying Slow Clear, Slow Approach, Stop and Proceed, Restricting, or Stop Signal, and the cab signal displays an aspect more favorable than Approach.

Rule 554: what is the engineers responsibility when operating a train with inoperative cab signals, speed control, or ATS?

1. Operate the train according to fixed signal indication and cab signal indication, if operable. Speed must not exceed 40 MPH, unless the Dispatcher authorizes Rule 556.

2. Pass no signal displaying Stop and Proceed or Restricting, unless authorized by the Dispatcher.

3. Notify the Dispatcher and Conductor as soon as possible without delay to the train. The reason and location of the failure must be included in this report.

4. Consider the failed apparatus as inoperative until the engine has been repaired, tested and found to be functioning properly.

When is the movement of a train equipped with cab signals, speed control, or automatic train stop prohibited?

when any of these apparatus’ are not in operative condition for the direction of movement

Rule 554: what is the dispatchers responsibility when they’re advised of a cab signal, speed control, or automatic train stop failure? In an emergency?

• must inform the dispatcher of the connecting dispatching district, division, or railroad

• must not grant permission for the train to pass a stop signal, stop and proceed, or restricting signal until the dispatcher has determined that the block to be entered is not occupied

• in an emergency, the dispatcher may authorize movement into an occupied block

Rule 556: this rule, a dispatcher’s authorization for movement, only applies to what 3 rules?

1. Rule 550, “Train Not Equipped with Cab Signal Apparatus”

2. Rule 554, “Movement With Inoperative Cab Signals, Speed Control, or Automatic Train Stop.”

3. Rule 561, “Cab Signal Portion of Wayside Signaling Equipment Not Operative.”

Rule 556: what are the speeds when a dispatcher authorizes movement? when can a dispatcher grant permission pass a stop, stop and proceed, or restricting signal? in an emergency?

• Speeds: 59mph for passenger, 49mph for freight, and 40mph for trains transporting hazards

• movements will be governed by fixed signal indication and cab signal indication if operable, and must not pass a signal displaying a restricting or stop and proceed unless authorized by the dispatcher

• dispatcher must not grant permission for such movements to pass a stop signal, stop and proceed, or restricting signal until they have determined that the block to be entered is not occupied

• in an emergency, dispatcher can authorize movement into an occupied block

Rule 560: in 3 scenarios, a cab signal will not indicate the conditions ahead when the engine is…

1. moving against the current of traffic

2. pushing cars

3. running backward but not equipped with cab signal apparatus for backward movement

Rule 561: if the cab signal portion of the wayside signaling equipment is inoperative, the dispatcher must advise the engineer of the limits of the area affected by the malfunction in equipment how?

verbally or on a form D line 11

Rule 561: in 251 or 261 territory, what rule will govern when the cab signal portion of wayside signaling equipment is not operative?

rule 556: dispatcher’s authorization for movement

Rule 562 (movements in territory where cab signals are used without fixed automatic block signals): what 2 rules do not apply when rule 562 is in effect?

• rule 554: movement with inoperative cab signals, speed control, or automatic train stop

• rule 556: dispatchers authorization for movement

Rule 562 part a: what signals will govern movement within interlocking limits? what will govern between fixed signals or between interlockings? what about when a train’s cab doesn’t conform?

• Interlocking and controlled point signal indications will govern movement within interlocking limits or through controlled points only.

• Distant signals, where in service, will govern approach to home signals.

• Between fixed signals, movement will be governed by cab signals.

• If the cab signal and fixed signal do not conform when a train passes an interlocking or controlled point signal governing movement into or within Rule 562 territory, the more restrictive signal indication will govern movement through the interlocking or controlled point. Once the train clears the interlocking or controlled point, movement will be governed solely by the cab signal.

Rule 562 part b: what happens for reverse movements in territory where cab signals are used without fixed automatic block signals?

1. Reverse movement must not be made without verbal permission of the Dispatcher. Before granting permission, the Dispatcher must determine that the track to be used is clear of opposing movements, and must ensure that blocking devices are applied to protect against opposing movements.

2. Reverse movement must be made at Restricted Speed.

Rule 562 part c: if cab signals fail in territory where cab signals are used without fixed automatic block signals…

The movement of a train equipped with Cab Signals not in operative condition for the direction of movement is prohibited. The only exception is when failure occurs after the engine leaves its initial terminal. The Dispatcher must inform the Dispatcher of the connecting dispatching district, division, or railroad of the train with inoperative Cab Signals. If the Cab Signal fails en route, the Engineer must take the following actions:

1. Notify the Dispatcher and Conductor as soon as possible without delay to the train. The reason and location of the failure must be included in this report.

2. Operate at Restricted Speed, unless governed by a “Clear to Next Interlocking (C light)” signal, or a Form D line 13 authorizing Rule 563 (form d authorization for movement in rule 562 territory). (rule 563 + C light = 59mph)

3. Consider the failed apparatus as inoperative until the engine has been repaired, tested and found to be functioning properly.

Rule 562 part d: if speed control and/ or automatic train stop fails with cab signals still working (in territory where cab signals are used without fixed automatic block signals) what happens?

• The movement of a train equipped with Speed Control or Automatic Train Stop not in operative condition for the direction of movement is prohibited. The only exception is when failure occurs after the engine leaves its initial terminal. If the Speed Control and/or Automatic Train Stop fails en route, but the Cab Signal remains operative, the Engineer must take the following actions:

• Notify the Dispatcher and Conductor as soon as possible without delay to the train. The reason and location of the failure must be included in this report.

• Do not exceed 40 MPH unless governed by a “Clear to Next Interlocking” signal or a Form D Line 13 authorizing Rule 563.

• Consider the failed apparatus as inoperative until the engine has been repaired, tested and found to be functioning properly.

• The Dispatcher must inform the Dispatcher of the connecting dispatching district, division, or railroad of the train with inoperative Speed Control and/or Automatic Train Stop.

Rule 562 part F: Wayside Cab Signaling Equipment Not Operative in Territory Without Fixed Automatic Block Signals

• When the wayside cab signaling apparatus is removed from service by the Signal Department, trains with operative cab signals may be authorized by the Dispatcher to operate according to Rule 280a, “Clear to Next Interlocking.”

• The Dispatcher must inform trains of the limits of the CSS outage, and the interlocking(s) where Rule 280(a) will be displayed. Trains must approach the interlocking(s) where Rule 280(a) is to be displayed prepared to stop.

• If Rule 280(a) is not displayed, trains must stop and contact the Dispatcher for instructions.

• If Rule 280(a) cannot be displayed, trains must receive Form D line 6 (and line 2) substituting DCS Rules for ABS Rules, or Form D line 13 to operate at Restricted Speed to the next interlocking.

Rule 563: Form D Authorization for Movement in Rule 562 Territory

• Trains operating in Rule 562 territory that have experienced a cab signal, speed control, or automatic train stop failure, or that are operating with the Engineer on other than the leading end of the movement, may be authorized by Form D line 13 to operate according to this rule when “Clear to Next Interlocking” signal cannot be displayed.

• The Dispatcher must ensure that the track to be used is clear before issuing Form D line 13

• Trains receiving this Form D must not exceed 59mph for passenger and 49mph for freight

• In addition, trains with inoperative cab signals or with the Engineer on other than the leading end must:

  • Approach home signals prepared to stop, unless Approach Normal (Rule 280b) is displayed on a distant signal prior to the home signal.

  • Determine that all non-interlocked facing point switches are properly lined before passing over them, unless otherwise instructed on Form D Line 13.

  • Determine that warning devices have been operating at least 20 seconds or gates (if equipped) are horizontal before occupying highway crossings at grade equipped with automatic warning devices, unless otherwise instructed on Form D Line 13.

Rule 13: hand signals must be given from a point where they are plainly seen. train movement must be stopped for these 4 things

1. there is doubt concerning the meaning of a hand signal

2. there is doubt for whom the hand signal was intended

3. the signal disappears from view

4. any object waved violently by anyone on or near the track is a signal to stop

Rule 14: if a train approaches an unattended burning fusee…

• it must immediately reduce to restricted speed

• train must continue at restricted speed for 1 mile until the head end is beyond the fusee

Rule 16: what is a blue signal and what can pass? who can remove it?

• a blue signal is protection for those who work on, under, or between equipment

• equipment must not pass a displayed blue signal

• only a person of the same craft that displayed the blue signal may remove it, only after all the workmen are clear

Rule 16 part c: what are the responsibilities for employees controlling remotely controlled switches?

• must line the switches against movements to the track and apply blocking devices

• dispatcher must not remove blocking protection until the employee in charge of the workmen has informed the dispatcher that the work has been completed

Rule 19-S1: if the horn on the leading engine fails en route…

• dispatch must be notified immediately

• reduce speed to not exceed 30mph

• ring bell continuously if equipped

• stop before each highway crossing (unless crossing is functioning properly/ no traffic is approaching the crossing)

Rule 22 part D: what happens if there is headlight failure? what is an exception?

• engineer must reduce speed to not exceed 50mph at night

• approach all crossings prepared to stop, but they may proceed over crossings not exceeding 20mph

• notify dispatcher

• ring bell continuously and sound the engine whistle or horn frequently

• exception: these restrictions do not apply when the train has operable auxiliary lights

Rule 22 part E: if auxiliary lights fail…

• auxiliary lights must be operational before the train leaves its initial terminal

• if one of a pair of auxiliary lights fails en-route, the train may continue at normal speed

• if all auxiliary lights fail, the engineer must not exceed 20mph over railroad crossings

Rule 24: what are markers and how should they be displayed?

• indicates the end of the train

• train must have markers displayed on rear of car

Rule 24: if a highly visible marker becomes inoperative en-route?

• if train using highly visible marker and it becomes inoperative en-route, the train dispatcher must be notified

• the train must be moved to the next forward location where the highly visible marker can be repaired or replaced