Engineer Test – Maricopa Live Steamers

Instructions Pick the best answer to the question based on the information available to all members in the Safety & Operating Rules for the Maricopa Live Steamers Railroad Heritage Preservation Society. Revised November 2024
The Safety and Operating Rules can be found here.
1. Who is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the train? (210.4) *
A. The Engineer.B. The Safety Committee.C. The Stationmaster.D. The Conductor.
2. The double signal on the right: (354) *
A. Top board is for mainline and bottom board is for diverging route.B. Is upside down.C. Top board is for diverging route and bottom board is for mainline.D. Indicates 3-track operation.
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3. All signal aspects on the Adobe Western Railroad _ (353) *
A. Tell the Conductor how to run the train.B. Are guidelines to the engineer as to when to proceed.C. Are absolute and are to be treated accordingly.D. Can be ignored if you think they are malfunctioning.
4. Arms fully extended and swung violently down from above shoulder height perpendicular to the tracks means: (314) *
A. Washout / Emergency Stop.B. Proceed.C. Back-up.D. Reduce speed.
5. Multiple short blasts on the whistle or horn - "oooooooo" - mean: (328,334) *
A. Approaching station.B. Flagman return to train.C. Flagman protect the rear of train.D. Warning to people or animals on the track. General alarm or emergency.
6. A “BLUE” indicator light, flag, or tag indicates that the piece of equipment _ (344) *
A. Needs to be moved because it is blocking the area.B. Must not be moved or coupled to.C. Can only be removed by a member of the Safety Committee.D. Must be inspected by the Safety Committee.
7. An arm raised or lowered vertically indicates: (311) *
A. Stop.B. Proceed.C. Back-up.D. Reduce speed.
8. The signal on the right indicates: (342,360) *
A. Proceed on diverging track.B. Clear to proceed at normal speed.C. Proceed at reduced speed. Prepare to stop at the next signal.D. Signal is about to turn red.
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9. All visiting engineers shall be given written and/or oral instructions on the track and signal systems and basic safety prior to operating on the railroad by _ (512) *
A. Any certified engineer.B. Any certified member.C. The Stationmaster.D. Any Safety Committee
10. The final authority as to who may ride a train is the _ (514) *
A. Safety Committee.B. Stationmaster.C. Conductor.D. Engineer.
11. When a dispatcher is on duty, all trains in an un-signaled area _ (535) *
A. Run slower because of waiting for clearance from the dispatcher.B. Must have a conductor.C. Must have radio contact with the dispatcher or be a second section to a train that has such radio contact.D. May proceed without approval provided the engineer deems it safe.
12. The signal on the right indicates _ (362) *
A. Stop and then proceed with caution.B. Stop and request permission to proceed from dispatcher.C. The signal is malfunctioning and you can proceed at your own risk.D. Stop and remain stopped until signal changes aspect or permission to pass is given.
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13. Two long blasts on the whistle or horn followed by a short blast followed by a long blast - “> > o >“ - means: (327) *
A. Approaching station.B. Flagman return to train.C. Warning to people and animals on the track. General alarm or emergency.D. Approaching public crossing, tunnel, area of restricted visibility, or another train.
14. All trains shall be operated by or under the direct supervision of _ (531) *
A. A certified engineer.B. Any regular member.C. Any Safety Committee member.D. None of the above.
15. Steam boiler test certificates shall be accepted as valid by the MLS if _ (230.1,232) *
A. They have been issued within the past 12 months.B. They have been issued by a recognized live steam organization.C. Neither A or B because the engineer is ultimately responsible for the equipment’s safety.D. Both A and B.
16. The double signal on the right indicates _ (361) *
A. Proceed after full stop.B. Proceed on mainline.C. Proceed on diverging route.D. Proceed at reduced speed.
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17. All mainline switches shall be left _ (534) *
A. With the switch handle to the right.B. In their normal, operating position.C. In the same position as they are found.D. So the next train will follow.
18. One short blast on the whistle or horn - “o“ - means _ (321) *
A. Proceed. Answer to any signal not otherwise provided for.B. Apply brakes. Stop.C. Call for signals.D. When standing, back-up.
19. During periods of limited visibility, trains shall have _ (401) *
A. A white light showing to the front.B. A red light showing to the rear.C. Lights bright enough to permit safe operation of the train.D. All of the above.
20. A hand, a flag, or a light held horizontally with short up and down motions means _ (312) *
A. Stop.B. Proceed.C. Back-up.D. Reduce speed.
21. During public run times, engineers shall make radio contact with the dispatcher/stationmaster before entering the mainline. (515) *
A. TrueB. False
22. Locomotives and other moving, powered equipment shall be equipped with _ (220.2) *
A. A fire extinguisher.B. An audible warning device loud enough to permit safe operation.C. A first aid kit.D. All of the above.
23. Engineers operating a train at night shall carry _ (516) *
A. A fire extinguisher.B. An appropriate set of emergency tools.C. A working flashlight for personal safety.D. All of the above
24. Who can operate equipment in an unsafe manner? (210.1) *
A. Anyone as long as they are alone on the track.B. A Safety Committee member to verify a safety issue.C. No one shall operate equipment in an unsafe manner.D. A qualified visitor as long as it is on his or her own equipment.
25. Two short blasts on the whistle or horn - “oo” - mean: (322,331) *
A. Proceed. Answer to any signal not otherwise provided for.B. When running , stop at the next station.C. When standing, back-up.D. Call for signals.
26. The double signal on the right indicates: (359) *
A. Proceed on mainline after a full stop.B. Proceed on mainline at normal speed.C. Proceed on diverging route at normal speed.D. Proceed on mainline at reduced speed.
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27. A hand, a flag, or a light swung at arm’s length down to as low as possible or any object waved violently on or near the track means: (313) *
A. Stop.B. Proceed.C. Back-up.D. Reduce speed.
28. Who may declare a piece of club equipment unsafe and affix a “Bad Order” card to the equipment? (413) *
A. Only Safety Committee members.B. Only certified engineers.C. Any regular member.D. Any member of the public.
29. A hand, a flag, or a light swung vertically in circles clockwise or counterclockwise means: (315) *
A. Stop.B. Proceed.C. Back-up.D. Reduce speed.
30. The signal on the right indicates: (363) *
A. Prepare to stop short of possible obstructions.B. Dispatcher not on duty.C. Stop, Proceed with caution when it is safe to do so.D. All of the above.
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31. Three short blasts on the whistle or horn - “ooo” - mean: (323,332) *
A. Proceed. Answer to any signal not otherwise provided for.B. Apply brakes. Stop.C. Call for signals.D. When standing, back up.
32. Engineers may allow anyone to ride between themselves and the controls of their engine if their ability to control the train is restricted. (513) *
A. TrueB. False
33. When operating MLS equipment, junior members shall: (518) *
A. Only operate in the daytime.B. Not worry about signals.C. Not exceed 5 miles per hour.D. Be supervised by a qualified, adult member.
34. The public shall receive: (633) *
A. A BoD approved safety briefing before leaving the station.B. A button as a token of appreciation for riding the train.C. A safe and comfortable ride.D. All of the above.
35. To operate a public train, the minimum age for an engineer is: (631.1) *
A. 13.B. 18.C. 21.D. No minimum as long as the engineer is certified.
36. The maximum speed when operating public trains is: (532) *
A. Determined by the engineer.B. 5 miles per hour.C. Determined by the Stationmaster.D. None of the above.
37. The Conductor shall have available: (663) *
A. A whistle.B. A light or red flag.C. A radio.D. All of the above.
38. How many public passengers may ride a depressed bulkhead beam car? (634.5) *
A. As many as will fit on the car so long as the maximum gross weight is under 600 lbs.B. As many as will fit on the car.C. A maximum of 6 per car.D. A maximum of 4 per car.
39. The Conductor shall be responsible for: (662) *
A. Monitoring safe operating conditions.B. Notifying the engineer when unsafe conditions arise.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A or B.
40. The Stationmaster shall be responsible for: (670) *
A. Train movement in station areas.B. Recording the number of public passengers each run.C. The safe loading/unloading of passengers.D. All of the above.
41. All MLS powered equipment must not exceed 5MPH. (220.6) *
A. TrueB. False
42. Under normal circumstances, the public shall be loaded/unloaded only at: (637) *
A. Yard areasB. Designated station areas.C. Engineer selected areas.D. Stationmaster selected areas.
43. Certified engineers 13 through 17 years of age may: (517.1) *
A. Pull the public as long as it is with their own certified equipment.B. Not throw switches from their normal setting.C. Operate a train on MLS mainline track during the time that a public train is operating on that track.D. Operate a public train as long as they are supervised by a certified, adult member.
44. All riders on regular public trains must be capable of walking to, boarding, and exiting riding cars under their own ability. (638) *
A. TrueB. False
45. Trains carrying the public shall be operated only by: (631) *
A. Anyone approved by the Stationmaster on duty.B. A certified engineer with any regular member aboard.C. A certified engineer with a certified Conductor aboard.D. Regular members as long as they use their own certified equipment.
46. When carrying the public, riding cars must: (620) *
A. Have seating installed so as to facilitate safety.B. Have trucks that provide safe, stable operation.C. Have bolsters that provide 3 or 4-point suspension.D. All of the above.
47. How many public riding cars are allowed in a public train ? (634) *
A. 7.B. 21.C. Unlimited.D. Determined by the Stationmaster.
48. Individuals who do not safely fit in or on riding cars are: (639) *
A. Provided an individual riding car for maximum safety.B. Not to be carried as public passengers.C. Asked to leave the train park.D. Embarrassed and harassed.
49. The public shall ride on: (610) *
A. MLS riding cars only.B. Certified member equipment only.C. Certified member equipment and MLS riding cars only.D. None of the above.
50. Certified engineers under 13 years of age may (517.2) *
A. Pull the public as long as it is with their own equipment.B. Not throw switches from their normal setting.C. Not operate a train on MLS mainline track during the time that a public train is operating on that track.D. Operate a train on MLS mainline track during the time that a public train is operating on that track as long as they are supervised by a certified, adult member.
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