If a passenger train is routed to stop at a station across a main track or controlled siding between the train and the platform, what must be done before proceeding?

If a passenger train is routed to stop at a station across a main track or controlled siding between the train and the platform, what must be done before proceeding?

• A. Stop as soon as it is known it is routed, and obtain assurance from the Dispatcher that protection on the track adjacent to the platform has been provided.
• B. Continue at normal speed but use extra caution.
• C. Ignore and proceed after signaling the platform.
• D. Only stop after a confirmation from a supervisor on site.

Answer: (A)

When a passenger train is routed to stop at a station that has a main track or a controlled siding between the train and the platform, you must establish protection before moving. Stop as soon as you know you are routed and obtain assurance from the Dispatcher that protection on the track adjacent to the platform has been provided. This protects against movements on the main or siding that could approach the station area while the train is stopped or entering the platform area. This protection is what prevents other trains from entering the same block or crossing into the area where personnel or boarding passengers are located. Simply proceeding at normal speed, proceeding after signaling, or waiting for a supervisor on site isn’t sufficient unless explicit protection has been confirmed.

When a passenger train is routed to stop at a station that has a main track or a controlled siding between the train and the platform, you must establish protection before moving. Stop as soon as you know you are routed and obtain assurance from the Dispatcher that protection on the track adjacent to the platform has been provided. This protects against movements on the main or siding that could approach the station area while the train is stopped or entering the platform area.

This protection is what prevents other trains from entering the same block or crossing into the area where personnel or boarding passengers are located. Simply proceeding at normal speed, proceeding after signaling, or waiting for a supervisor on site isn’t sufficient unless explicit protection has been confirmed.