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A comprehensive overview of the roadway worker protection (rwp) training required for individuals working on or near the caltrain right of way. It covers essential topics such as the purpose of the rwp training, the prerequisites for working on the caltrain right of way, safety protocols, personal protective equipment (ppe) requirements, on-track safety protection, emergency procedures, and the enforcement of rwp rules and regulations by the federal railroad administration (fra). The document aims to ensure that workers are fully informed and equipped to navigate the caltrain right of way safely, minimizing the risk of accidents and injuries. By studying this document, individuals can gain a thorough understanding of the rwp training and its importance in maintaining a safe work environment on the caltrain right of way.
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A person may only work on or near the Caltrain Right of Way when: - ✔✔ o 1.) they have been trained o 2.) they have an approved Site Specific Work Plan (SSWP) o 3.) they have and understand On-Track Safety (OTS) protection 1.) The purpose of this Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) training course is to: - ✔✔ 2.) What must happen before you can work on the Caltrain Right of way - ✔✔Complete and pass the RWP training course and any machinery training needed for job. 3.) Should you avoid crossing at switches and stepping on rails? - ✔✔Yes, it is a tripping hazards and can be struck by an approaching train and you can be flung by the switching rail. 4.) If you need to call the emergency telephone numbers where can you find the emergency numbers? - ✔✔On back of RWP card. 5.) Should you use metallic measuring tapes or drag other metallic objects across tracks? - ✔✔No, they are conductive. 6.) How often must you attend and pass RWP Training to be qualified to work on Caltrain ROW? - ✔✔Every year. 7.) You are "fouling the track" if you are within _____ of the nearest running rail? - ✔✔15 feet 8.) To clear the foul area, you should clear to: - ✔✔15 feet away from the track
9.) RWP rules and regulations are enforced by? - ✔✔FRA-Federal Railroad Administration 10.) What kind of PPE does Caltrain require when working on the ROW? - ✔✔1.) Hard Hat 2.) Safety goggles 3.) Safety Vest 4.) Safety toe boots with defined heel 11.) When can you expect a train? - ✔✔Any time 12.) Who can get On-track Protection for the workers? - ✔✔Employee in Charge by Caltrain 13.) Can you be fined personally for non-compliance of RWP regulations by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)? - ✔✔Yes 14.) The Watchman blows the air horn and puts up the white disk what do you do? - ✔✔Move away from the track and into the area of safety 15.) On Track Safety protection provided by the EIC includes what elements? - ✔✔Job Briefing 1.) who your EIC is 2.) You working limits or location 3.) The type of protection, time limits, what track, place safety, and method of warning 4.) What to do in case of an emergency. 16.) If you are working within 15 feet of the nearest track rail, what is required? - ✔✔Positive Protection: a form of protection that prevents trains or on-track equipment from entering a track segment 17.) Your On-Track Safety (OTS) protection is in question in your opinion, what can you do? - ✔✔File a "in good faith" form AKA a right to challenge.
25.) Can you start up work again as soon as the train goes by your work area even if you are not given an "all clear" signal? - ✔✔No, another train can be coming by 26.) Which of the following can be done to stop a train? - ✔✔-Train not allowed to pass red flags without permission from EIC/Flagman