What ends a Track Authority?

What ends a Track Authority?

• A. The RTC issues a new directive
• B. The end of the work window
• C. The crew member reports the train has cleared the limits and the authority is void
• D. A new track warrant is issued

Answer: (C)

Track Authority ends when the train has cleared the defined limits and the crew reports that the section is clear, voiding the authorization. This release is what lets the track be used by others again. Other actions, like issuing a new directive or starting a new track warrant, are separate steps and don’t by themselves terminate the current authority—the end condition is the clear report showing the track is no longer occupied.

Track Authority ends when the train has cleared the defined limits and the crew reports that the section is clear, voiding the authorization. This release is what lets the track be used by others again. Other actions, like issuing a new directive or starting a new track warrant, are separate steps and don’t by themselves terminate the current authority—the end condition is the clear report showing the track is no longer occupied.