If a defect detector indicates a defect in the train, which actions must you take?

If a defect detector indicates a defect in the train, which actions must you take?

• A. Use safe train handling to stop promptly after entire train clears detector
• B. Inspect reported defects and report inspection results to train dispatcher
• C. Both A and B
• D. Neither A nor B

Answer: (C)

Defect detectors flag equipment problems, so safety depends on acting quickly and coordinating with dispatch. When a detector indicates a defect, you must first stop promptly after the entire train clears the detector. This immediate, controlled stop protects the train and the track while you avoid lingering on the detector area. Next, inspect the reported defect and report the inspection results to the train dispatcher. Inspecting clarifies what issue is present and its severity, guiding whether the train can continue, needs repairs, or must be taken out of service. Reporting to the dispatcher ensures the proper authority is notified and that the correct maintenance or safety procedures are followed. Because both steps work together to protect people and equipment, the correct action is to do both.

Defect detectors flag equipment problems, so safety depends on acting quickly and coordinating with dispatch. When a detector indicates a defect, you must first stop promptly after the entire train clears the detector. This immediate, controlled stop protects the train and the track while you avoid lingering on the detector area.

Next, inspect the reported defect and report the inspection results to the train dispatcher. Inspecting clarifies what issue is present and its severity, guiding whether the train can continue, needs repairs, or must be taken out of service. Reporting to the dispatcher ensures the proper authority is notified and that the correct maintenance or safety procedures are followed.

Because both steps work together to protect people and equipment, the correct action is to do both.