How should you respond to a steady red traffic signal controlling a TRAX track segment?

How should you respond to a steady red traffic signal controlling a TRAX track segment?

• A. Continue at reduced speed and watch for instructions.
• B. Stop the train, do not proceed, and await clearance or authorization from the dispatcher or Control Center.
• C. Proceed through the signal if no other trains are visible.
• D. Sound the horn and proceed.

Answer: (B)

A steady red signal on a TRAX track segment means you must stop and not enter the block. You bring the train to a complete stop and wait for explicit clearance from the dispatcher or Control Center before proceeding. This ensures the track ahead is safe and that you have authorization to move. Once you have received clearance and the signal is set to proceed, you can continue under normal procedures. The other options disregard the immediate instruction of a red signal, which could lead to unsafe entry into an occupied or restricted block.

A steady red signal on a TRAX track segment means you must stop and not enter the block. You bring the train to a complete stop and wait for explicit clearance from the dispatcher or Control Center before proceeding. This ensures the track ahead is safe and that you have authorization to move. Once you have received clearance and the signal is set to proceed, you can continue under normal procedures. The other options disregard the immediate instruction of a red signal, which could lead to unsafe entry into an occupied or restricted block.