How can a train engineer resume operation in MATC after a stop?

To resume operation in the MATC (Moving Authority Train Control) system after a stop, a train engineer must follow specific protocols that ensure safety and compliance with operating procedures. Depressing the ATC Start button, when permitted by the Train Operator's Directive (TOD), is crucial. This action effectively signals that the train is ready to begin movement again after stopping, allowing the system to re-establish control over the train’s operation.

This process ensures that all safety checks and protocols are adhered to before the train resumes service, thus maintaining operational integrity. The TOD provides the necessary guidelines and permissions for restarting, ensuring that both the engineer and the system remain aligned with operational standards.

Other actions listed, while potentially important in different contexts, do not directly facilitate the resumption of operation under MATC guidelines. For instance, resetting the train system may not be applicable after every stop, and informing the control center could be a procedural step but doesn’t address how the train is authorized to start moving again. Checking the train doors is critical for safety, but again does not pertain specifically to the mechanics of resuming MATC operation.