Who issues and controls warrants in Track Warrant Control?

• A. The train crew issues warrants
• B. The dispatcher issues and controls warrants; the crew complies and confirms receipt
• C. The system automatically handles warrants
• D. The maintenance supervisor issues warrants

Answer: (B)

In Track Warrant Control, the authority to issue and manage warrants rests with the dispatcher. The dispatcher issues warrants that authorize a train to move over defined track segments, setting the limits, timing, and any speed or operating conditions. The crew then follows those terms and confirms receipt of the warrant back to the dispatcher, who retains the ability to modify or cancel it as conditions change. This centralized control mechanism keeps movements coordinated and safe, since no one except the dispatcher can grant or revoke the authority for track occupancy.

The other options don’t fit because train crews don’t issue warrants, the system isn’t fully automatic, and maintenance supervision isn’t responsible for controlling train movements under warrants.