10-10 Emergencies And Pursuits On TTC PROPERTY Flashcards
What must officers do before entering the track level?
Contact the Transit Control Centre and cut the power to the high voltage power rails
Officers must treat any power rail as if it were live.
What is the risk associated with automated directional switch plates?
They can cause severe injury or possible removal of an appendage
Extreme caution is required when crossing through these areas.
Where are directional switch plates located?
Before and after most regular stops, at storage yards and maintenance centres
These plates switch trains from one set of tracks to another.
What authority do all TTC Security officers have?
They are sworn as special constables with the authority to lay charges and make arrests on TTC property
This authority is limited by conditions set down in the agreement with the Toronto Police Services Board.
What must be reported to the Toronto Police Service?
All arrests and/or investigations involving dual procedure or indictable offences
The reporting procedure varies depending on police officer presence.
What is the relationship between a police officer and a special constable during an incident?
The police officer is the higher authority and the special constable must comply with their instructions
This applies without exception in incidents or investigations.
What is commonly described as the third rail in the subway system?
The high voltage power rail
In the SRT track level, there are two power rails: the third and fourth rails.
What happens to subway trains even after the power is cut?
They continue to coast silently into the next station
Caution is advised before proceeding into the tunnel.
What should not be used on fires of electrical origin?
Water, unless the power has been cut
This is essential for safety during emergencies.
What should officers do when on the track level?
Cut the power trips at each blue light Emergency Power Cut Cabinet and move through the tunnel on the raised catwalk whenever possible
The catwalk is safe unless marked non-clearance by diagonal yellow stripes.
How should officers signal to stop a train?
By swinging a light back and forth or waving arms or another object vigorously
The driver acknowledges with 1 short blast of the train horn.
What are the responsibilities of a Supervisory Officer during track level events?
Attend the scene, provide direction, notify the divisional Officer in Charge, and ensure information is captured in data entry logs
This ensures proper response and documentation of events.
Fill in the blank: Officers must ensure that equipment and clothing are secure to their body to prevent _______.
tunnel wind from catching these items on a passing train
This is crucial for safety in the tunnel.
