01 - General Traction

Question 1

Once activated how long does the PEI stay active for?

Answer 1

90 seconds

Question 2

What happens when multiple passengers press the PEI at the same time.

Answer 2

Calls will queue

Question 3

When do you answer a PEI

Answer 3

Only when safe to do so

Question 4

What are the two types of cab unattended procedures?

Answer 4

Full cab unattended

Modified cab unattended

Question 5

What safety warnings must a driver look for before beginning a prep?

Answer 5

Safety banner
Red flag
Men at work

Question 6

When a driver finds a yellow flag on their train prior to a prep what do they do?

Answer 6

Place the flag in a secondary holder where provided, or on the ground directly below the flag holder. Do not place on the walking path.

Start the preparation normally.

Inform the car cleaners that the train is being prepared and the time it is due to dock into service.

Release the saloon doors after raising the pantographs to allow the car cleaners to exit the train

Question 7

What are the three types of train preparations?

Answer 7

Post maintenance
Mainline
Revenue / pre-movement

Question 8

How much time is given for Post Maintenance preparation for 6 and 3 car trains?

Answer 8

6 car is given 60 minutes

3 car is given 30 minutes

Question 9

How much time is given for a pre-movement / Revenue Preparation for 6 and 3 car trains?

Answer 9

6 car is given 18minues

3 car is given 10 minutes

Question 10

How much time is a mainline preparation on a 6 and 3 car train.

Answer 10

6 car train is given 37 minutes

3 car train is given 20 minutes

Question 11

What information is found on the docking sheet?

Answer 11

Location of the yard / siding Siding number
Dock Time
TD number
Motor numbers
Post Maintenance preparation requirements (if required)

Question 12

When is a post maintenance preparation performed?

Answer 12

A full scheduled maintenance exam in a workshop environment

Undergoing major repairs ex-collision

Safety critical equipment or brake failure repairs

Question 13

When is a pre-movement / revenue preparation done instead of a post maintenance or mainline prep?

Answer 13

A train is to be transferred between Melbourne Yard Stabling Siding and North Melbourne Wash Plant.

At any other location when a train is to be moved but will not enter or foul a running line outside of the defined station limits.

Question 14

What should a driver carry with them during a prep?

Answer 14

Portable train radio with the TD number inserted

All drivers’ keys

TMM book

Torch

Pen

All appropriate PPE

Question 15

Faults found during a prep must be reported in accordance with..?

Answer 15

Any malfunctions found during a preparation must be reported in accordance with the Fault Management Procedure and the Train Driver Train Fault Recovery documents.

Question 16

What is enhanced infrastructure in a siding and what does it do?

Answer 16

Block announcer.

It tells the signaller when you are at the TR point. Still call the signaller before you move.

Question 17

How does a driver detrain?

Answer 17

Make a Public Address announcement

Scan through the CCTV cameras on board the train and check that passengers
disembark

Make further Public Address announcements or the DDU automated Not taking

passengers announcement (where equipped)

The driver must then:

Close the saloon doors

Secure and lock the leading cab

Question 18

How does a driver know if they have to stable a train?

Answer 18

1. Indicated on the roster / slip
2. Informed by the DAO
3. Informed by Train Control via the DTRS radio system

Question 19

How much time is given to stable a 3 or 6 car train?

Answer 19

3 car is given 4 minutes

6 car is given 8 minutes

Question 20

After stabling a train what must a driver check?

Answer 20

Trip cables, trip, couplers, home ses, and train cables are secure

Graffiti / vandalism including shattered or broken windows

Unsecured equipment or other faults that will impact train operation for the next peak service

Signs of air leaks

In clear of fouling lines

Question 21

Who does a driver notify after a stable, what information is given?

Answer 21

Fleet Control of the Siding, Track and Motor numbers of the consist
Train Control of any defects that have been identified via a TMM

Question 22

What is special about stabling on warmer days?

Answer 22

When above 25 it is advisable to leave th train running.

Leave the pantographs raised

Air conditioners must be on

Air conditioner vents must be open

All cooling equipment is on

Blinds are lowered

Cab and saloon doors are closed

Question 23

What are the two types of divides? (Decouples)

Answer 23

Divide at platform DAP

Divide in yard DIY

Question 24

What must be done at all times after dividing a train?

Answer 24

At all times after dividing a train, cab visual and cab functionality tests must be performed in the divided cabs.

Question 25

When approaching a platform with the first 3 car train that is to be coupled, where do you stop?

Answer 25

At the 6 car mark.

Question 26

Can two non-compatible trains be coupled?

Answer 26

Yes, but not electrically.

Question 27

What are the two types of attach performed?

Answer 27

Attaching to a non-stabled unit at a platform (2 drivers)

Attaching to a stabled unit in a Siding or Platform (1 driver)

Question 28

When attaching at a platform where must the second 3 car train stop?

Answer 28

The driver is to bring the train to a stand approximately one metre from the 3 cars already on the platform.

Question 29

When are low beam headlights to be used at all times?

Answer 29

Throughout the suburban area.

Question 30

When must your turn your high beams to low beams, while in high beam areas?

Answer 30

On approach to stations scheduled to stop at.

On viewing an approaching train (whether on Broad or Standard gauge) until the leading cabs / locomotives have passed each other.

Standing within station limits

Question 31

Definite of a long whistle?

Answer 31

A long whistle must be distinct and used in proportion to the distance at which the whistle is required to be heard

Question 32

When does a driver complete a TMM?

Answer 32

When safe to do so.

The safe operation of the train and safe working requirements are to always take priority over other tasks