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CSX Conductor Training Week 1 Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 10
When a train dispatcher transmits a release form verbally, what must the conductor do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Sign the release form
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B
Repeat the bulletin number and confirm the number of messages
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C
Ignore it if busy
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D
Call the dispatcher back
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QUESTION 2 / 10
Under Restricted Speed, not to exceed 15 mph until the entire movement has cleared turnouts, crossovers, and power-operated switches. What must have cleared before increasing speed?
Choose one answer below.
A
Turnouts, crossovers, and power-operated switches
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B
Bridges and tunnels
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C
Grade crossings
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D
Yard tracks
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QUESTION 3 / 10
Which statement describes when the Hazmat Switching Chart is used?
Choose one answer below.
A
The Hazmat Switching Chart is not used in yard operations
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B
It is used for all shipments regardless of hazmat status
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C
It is used only when moving placarded hazmat in a yard or industry
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D
It is used only for intermodal transport
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QUESTION 4 / 10
How should you respond to weather changes affecting operations?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ignore weather changes
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B
Stop all operations indefinitely
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C
Reassess hazards, adjust procedures, communicate changes, and wear appropriate PPE.
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D
Only adjust PPE
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QUESTION 5 / 10
How should you protect a crossing when a road user or pedestrian is present?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down and cross as soon as possible
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B
Ensure signals and gates are functioning and use the appropriate speed and horn
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C
Stop the train far from the crossing without horn
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D
Ignore the crossing and maintain normal speed
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QUESTION 6 / 10
In yard operations, what is the primary factor that governs allowable movements?
Choose one answer below.
A
The time of day
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B
The color of locomotives
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C
Adherence to authority, protection, signals, and dispatch coordination
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D
The yard dust level
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QUESTION 7 / 10
When an Employee determines that a switch or derail is defective, the employee must?
Choose one answer below.
A
Not operate the device
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B
Operate the device cautiously
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C
Notify a supervisor
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D
Reroute the movement
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QUESTION 8 / 10
When receiving track authority, which details are typically confirmed?
Choose one answer below.
A
Limits, location, and any special instructions or restrictions
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B
Weather conditions and crew rosters
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C
Track gauge and bridge height
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D
Signal color and timetable
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QUESTION 9 / 10
With regard to track switches, what is required as part of securing for a break?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leave them in the last position that was found.
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B
Secure them in the required position as part of procedures.
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C
Disable the switch mechanism.
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D
Notify the carpenter to adjust later.
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QUESTION 10 / 10
What is the purpose of track protection during switching?
Choose one answer below.
A
To speed up switching.
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B
To increase crew workload.
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C
To reduce track maintenance costs.
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D
To protect workers and prevent trains from entering the work area.
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