Which device is located in advance of a switch or on the switch stand to indicate alignment?

Which device is located in advance of a switch or on the switch stand to indicate alignment?

• A. Tail Track
• B. Track Shunt
• C. Timetable
• D. Switch Point Signal

Answer: (D)

The Switch Point Signal is the device that shows whether the switch points are aligned for the intended route. It’s placed ahead of the turnout or on the switch stand so the crew can confirm the points are set correctly before proceeding. This immediate indication helps prevent misrouting or derailment by giving a clear cue about the switch position. The other items serve different purposes: a tail track is an auxiliary track for storage or maneuvering, a track shunt relates to track circuits and occupancy signals, and a timetable is the schedule of trains.

The Switch Point Signal is the device that shows whether the switch points are aligned for the intended route. It’s placed ahead of the turnout or on the switch stand so the crew can confirm the points are set correctly before proceeding. This immediate indication helps prevent misrouting or derailment by giving a clear cue about the switch position.

The other items serve different purposes: a tail track is an auxiliary track for storage or maneuvering, a track shunt relates to track circuits and occupancy signals, and a timetable is the schedule of trains.