GCOR - General Code of Operating Rules Protection of Roadway Workers Questions and Answers

Question 1

A Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) is establishing 'Foul Time' on a controlled track. Before the foul time becomes effective, what communication must occur between the RWIC and the train dispatcher?

Accepted Answer

The RWIC must repeat the track identifier, limits, and time of the foul time back to the dispatcher for verification.

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The RWIC must state their name, location, and the number of workers in their group.

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The train dispatcher must provide a unique authorization number to the RWIC.

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The RWIC must confirm that all workers are wearing high-visibility personal protective equipment.

Question 2

A train crew is approaching established working limits. Under what condition may their train enter these limits?

Accepted Answer

Only after receiving direct instructions from the Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) controlling the limits.

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If the train is moving at restricted speed.

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After receiving permission from the train dispatcher.

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If the governing signal to enter the limits displays a 'Proceed' indication.

Question 3

Which of the following is a mandatory component of an on-track safety job briefing conducted by the RWIC before any work begins?

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Information on the means by which on-track safety is to be provided for each track to be fouled.

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A review of the previous day's work and any incidents that occurred.

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The expected time of completion for the entire project.

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The names and contact information for all train dispatchers on duty in the territory.

Question 4

A roadway work group is protected by a watchman/lookout providing 'Train Approach Warning'. What is the primary responsibility of each roadway worker when the watchman/lookout gives a warning of an approaching train?

Accepted Answer

To move to a predetermined place of safety and remain there until the train has passed.

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To immediately contact the RWIC for further instructions.

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To acknowledge the warning by raising a hand signal to the watchman.

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To secure all tools and equipment before leaving the track.

Question 5

Under GCOR, who is permitted to establish, control, and release working limits for the purpose of on-track safety?

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Only a qualified Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC).

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Any employee who has completed the annual roadway worker protection training.

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The train dispatcher for the territory where the work is being performed.

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A designated member of the train crew operating in the vicinity.

Question 6

A roadway worker is assigned to work alone and must foul the track. What is this worker referred to as, and what must they do at the start of their duty period?

Accepted Answer

A 'Lone Worker', and they must communicate with a supervisor to receive an on-track safety job briefing.

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A 'Track Patroller', and they must get a track bulletin listing all train movements.

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A 'Field Inspector', and they must place red flags 2 miles in each direction before starting work.

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A 'Solo Employee', and they must wait for the first train to pass before fouling the track.