3.2 & X Flashcards
How long do you have to prep a
1. Single Unit
2. Double Unit
- 17 minutes
- 23 minutes
Where is the Transformer Fault Indication Panel? (what equipment is it on and on which vehicle)
On the side of the Auxiliary Converter Case, on the TS vehicle
What power supply operates the doors?
110V DC supply
Symptoms and remedy for Local Brake MCB tripping in the DMS lead cab?
Emergency Brake on affected vehicle
Speedo goes to zero
Passcomm alarm flashes
BIL lights come on affected vehicle
Cab door and affected vehicle doors do not operate
General Fault Light in cab
Local Fault on FIP in the affected vehicle
Wheel Slide Fault on FIP in the affected vehicle
Remedy…..
3x MCB resets
Contact signaller, inform WMT Control, follow instructions
BIC affected vehicle and do rotational test
Operate PCIS
Transfer passengers from vehicle, lock vehicle out of use
EBS leading cab
Carry out brake continuity test in rear cab
5mph max
How long do you have to acknowledge the AWS horn before an EBA is carried out?
2.4 seconds
What equipment is kept in the emergency cupboard, and where is the cupboard located? (9)
Located in the TS vehicle….
Saw
Ladders
Crowbar
Axe
Rope
Emergency Schrader hose
Mushroom Coupling Pin
7lb Lump Hammer
First Aid kit
Air pressures….
1. Brake Reservoir Governor
2. Low Main Reservoir Governor
3. Compressor Governor
4. Auxiliary Compressor Governor
- 5.2 - 6.5 Bar
- 5.2 - 6.7 Bar
- 8.5 - 10 Bar
- 5.4 - 6.5 Bar
What vehicles make up a 323?
Driving Motor Standard A (64)
Trailer Standard (72)
Driving Motor Standard B (65)
If the VCB starts flashing, what might have happened and what are your immediate actions?
The ADD may have operated….
Press Pan Down
Stop immediately
Contact the signaller
Check for damage
If there is no damage then contact the signaller and operate PADIC
Raise the Pantograph
Exam the Pantograph once raised
Contact the signaller with results of this investigation, and obey his instructions
Max 100mph
What allows current to flow from the OLE to the Transformer?
Vacuum Circuit Breaker
What is the procedure for raising the Pantograph? (Include air pressure)….. What do you check once you have raised the Pantograph?
Insert key and open desk
AUX On button
Wait for air pressure to rise to 6.2 Bar
Pan Up button for 10 seconds
Pantograph has raised, check…..
Line Light comes on
VCB light goes off
Battery charger goes blue
PassComm light goes off
Main Reservoir Pressure rises to 7 Bar and Brake Cylinder Pressure rises to 4.5 Bar
How will you be aware of a Traction Converter fault? (2) How can it be isolated? What should you do after isolating the Traction Converter?
Loss of traction power and regen braking in the affected DMS
Isolate using Traction Control Cut Out switch, located behind driver’s seat in the DMS using the drivers key
Always then do a rotational test
What are the Safety Systems Isolation switches on the non-driver’s side of the cab?
ATPIS
AWSIS
EBS
PCIS
TIS
VIS
DSDIS
Which safety systems isolation switch do we NOT use on a 323?
ATPIS
How are the driving controls unlocked?
Insert drivers key and turn
Put Direction Selector to Neutral
Press AWS reset button
When would you isolate the TPWS and which type of isolation would you use? (4)
Passing a signal at danger - TPWS Train Stop Override (20 seconds)
Passing more than one signal at danger (ESW or TBW) - TPWS Temporary Isolation switch
Assistance where you are assisting from the rear or Propelling - TPWS Temporary Isolation switch
Fault with TPWS system - Fully isolate the TPWS
Which 2 equipment protects the Pantograph on a 323 from damage?
Automatic Dropping Device and Over Height valve will drop the Pantograph automatically
How will you be aware of a drum switch problem during coupling? (3)
Passcomm light flashing red
Audible Passcomm alarm will go off
Unable to get brake release
What are the 3 internal windings in the Main Transformer? What are the voltages of each of them?
Primary Winding @ 25,000 Volts
2 Secondary Windings for each Traction Converter @ 1500 Volts via Jumper Cables
Tertiary Winding @ 240 Volts AC for auxiliary equipment and the auxiliary converter
Which vehicle contains the UAT?
TS
On the outside of the train, which headlight is underneath where the driver sits?
Night headlight
(The headlight the other end is the Day)
If a passenger door egress handle is operated, what affect would this have to a Unit in motion?
Emergency Brake Application, doors can be opened below 3mph
What Transformer safety device will discharge coolant if AIR PRESSURE becomes excessive?
Qualitrol Relief Valve
How many Auxiliary Converters are there on a single Unit?
1
How many air bags are there on each vehicle?
4
What should you check when walking through the saloon?
Egress handles
Passcomm handles
No doors are locked out of use
Fire extinguishers
Glow sticks
Broken windows
Damaged seats
What is the max number of Units that can be coupled together?
4 (12 vehicles)
Max 2 Pantographs
What is the Coupling procedure?
Stop 2 metres away
Leave cab and check……
All doors are closed
No Non-Multi stickers
Electrical connection covers on coupler are closed
TAC is in central position
One jaw is open
Return to cab…..
Close all doors
Draw up to 2 feet and stop
One notch of power, max 2mph
Make gentle contact with Unit
Push/Pull test for 5 seconds each
PBC to Step 3, Direction Selector to Neutral
Leave cab and check…..
Butterfly flaps are at 45 degrees and Electrical connection covers have opened
Return to cab…..
Press couple button for 5 seconds
Direction Selector to Forward (or Reverse) PBC to Step 2, then Direction Selector back to Neutral
Leave cab and check…..
Brake reading is the same on the other Unit
Select correct frontal lighting and secure both cabs
What protection device detects gas or air in the coolant?
Bucholz
What is the type of coupler?
Tightlock Automatic Coupler
What are the occasions when you might undergo medical screening? (6)
Long period off sickness
When required by the company depending on your age (every 5 years until 60 and then it’s every year)
New starter
Random selection
Safety of the line incident
Suspected of being under the influence
If you have been prescribed medication, what action would you take?
Tell the Doctor you are a safety critical worker and ask how will the drugs affect you. Then immediately inform your Driver Manager and the Train Crew Supervisor
If you should have received a publication and have not, what do you do?
Inform your Driver Manager
When would you collect the WON and what are you responsibilities when collecting it? (PPSCK + 1)
Collect it when you book on
Produce it if asked by a Manager (you must carry it with you)
Private
Sign for it
Take Care of it
Keep it safe
Read and understand it
When in the PON issued? What does it contain?
Quarterly every 12 weeks
Contains amendments to national operating publications, which you would use to update your own publications such as the rule book and the Sectional Appendix
Where would you find your next turn of duty?
Rosters notice case
The recommendation on working time is called…… WHAT?
HIDDEN 18
What colour is the Late Notice Case?
Red
What does a green cab pass holder (with red band) have the authority to do?
Instruct and assess drivers
Take 3 non-railway personnel with them in the cab
What are the instructions relating to a mobile phone?
Should be kept either in your locker or switched off…. you are not allowed to use a mobile phone in the cab
What is the principle of most signalling systems?
One train in any one block section at a time
What is permissive working?
When more than one train is allowed on the same portion of line in any:
Block section
Signal section
Dead end platform line
What does a green aspect mean?
Proceed. Next signal aspect will be a proceed
What does a red aspect mean?
Danger. Stop
What does a Ground Position Light with 2 whites at 45 degrees mean?
The line ahead may be occupied so proceed at Caution and be prepared to stop short of any signal, train, buffer stop, or any obstruction…. proceed only as far as the line ahead is clear
What are route indicators needed for?
Route indicators show which route the train is being signalled towards and helps the driver know the track is set correctly for his destination
What is a shunting move?
Movement of a train (or vehicle) other than a train passing normally along the running line
What is the maximum speed in a siding?
5mph
What does TPWS do? (5)
Emergency Brake Application if
1. Pass a signal at danger
2. Travelling too fast approaching a signal at danger
3. Travelling too fast approaching speed restriction
4. Travelling too fast approaching a buffer stop
5. Late to cancel AWS warning
What 2 methods does AWS use to give indication to the driver?
Audible (bell/horn)
Visual (sunflower)
What happens if you fail to acknowledge the AWS warning?
EBA
(…. after 2.4 seconds on a 323 and after 1.9 seconds on a 350)
What does the DRA prevent the driver from doing?
From being able to take power
What is a permissable speed?
Maximum speed over that portion of line as set out in Table A of the Sectional Appendix
Why would a TSR be implemented?
Weather
Engineering works
Signal faults
Fault on train
Fault on level crossing
Fault on track
Where would you find information about TSRs on the route you are to travel over?
Weekly Operating Notices (WON)
What additional equipment is located at an ESR?
AWS
Emergency Indicator
Where would you find information about ESRs on the route you are to travel over?
Late Notice Case
What is your first consideration?
Safety
What lights must be switched on at the front of the train when moving on a running line?
Front headlights and marker lights
What lights must be lit at the rear when on a running line?
Red tail lamps
What classification is an ordinary passenger train?
2
During dispatch, if a platform staff raises one hand above their head, raises a dispatch bat, or shows a white light….. what does this mean?
They are informing the guard that platform duties are complete
How can the ready to start signal be given to the driver? (3)
Bell buzzer
RA indicator
Green handsignal
Buzzer code for
1. Ready to start
2. Do not open doors
3. Stop
2
2-2
1
You must NOT sound your horn (except in an emergency) between what hours?
2359-0600
How would you sound your horn as a warning to someone near the line?
High - Low
Which publication contains the location of level crossings?
Table A of the Sectional Appendix
What category SPAD…… A stop aspect was displayed correctly, in sufficient time for the train to be stopped at the signal
A
HIDDEN 18
1. Rest period
2. Max consecutive days
12 hours
13 days
What does the drivers equipment consist of? (9) How would you replace it if lost or damaged?
Report to Driver Manager if any are lost….
Second pair of glasses
A means of telling the time I.e. a Watch
Hi-visibility jacket
Hand lamp
Driver keys
European Driver licence and paper counterpart
RT3185
NR3190
Any other relevant publications (I.e. Traction Manual and Drivers Diagram)
Which 4 notice cases do you look at every day?
Late
New
SPAD
Rosters
When are you as a driver authorised to be in the driving cab of a train? (5)
Trainee under instruction
Driver
Route learning
Competent Person
Conductor Driver
The holder of which coloured cab pass is authorised to accompany visitors in the cab?
Green with red band
Blue with red band
Who is responsible for enforcing cab discipline and what are the risks if it’s not adhered to?
Driver. Potential safety of the line incident of safety is not adhered to (I.e. SPAD)
When would you submit any forms?
What sort of things would you report?
At the end of your shift
Safety of the line incidents, Trespassers, faults/failures, delays
Explain the 4 aspect signalling sequence….
Green (second from the top)
Double yellow
Single yellow
Red (at the bottom)
Explain what indications a Banner Repeater can show….. (5)
The next signal is……
At danger
A proceed aspect
A green proceed aspect
Distant signal at Caution
Distant signal is proceed
A main aspect colour light signal with an associated position light normally guards the entrance to a line where what type of working is required?
Permissive Working
When would you set the DRA? (7)
- Entering/Leaving cab
- When at any stop signal
- When at a station, the starting signal is red
- When at a station, there is no starting signal but the one before was single yellow
- When at a station, there is no starting signal but the one before was red and passed with authority
- Permissive Working (associated position lights)
- Railway emergency call
What indication would you receive on the TPWS panel if TPWS activated and what are your actions?
TPWS Brake Demand indicator flashes red
Press AWS button, flashing red will turn steady red
Stop and secure train
Contact signaller immediately
Follow instructions
Do not move without signaller’s permission
Complete RT3185 immediately
5 occasions when you would operate the TPWS temporary isolation switch….
ESW
TBW
Propelling
When driving from other than the leading cab I.e. during assistance procedures, if you are assisting another train from the rear
Engineering Possession
What is the procedure for reporting a signal that is becoming difficult to see because of trees? (3)
Stop at the first convenient opportunity
Report to signaller
Complete RT3185
What must you do if you lose sight of a shunter’s handsignal?
Stop immediately, only restart if you regain sight of the handsignal…. if you are not sure what the handsignal means then ask the shunter
What are your duties in regard to stop boards?
STOP before the board (SPAD if not)
WAIT at it
OBEY instructions, making sure you get a clear understanding of what movement is required and how it will be controlled
….
Obey all fixed signals and hand signals…. if in doubt then stop
What 2 things must you ensure when you leave a train after shunting?
Stop and secure train and then….
1. Not fouling any other line
2. Make sure you are not over any facing points that require to be moved
Inform the Person In Charge if for some reason the train cannot be left clear
A speed indicator….. the bottom figure relates to…… the top figure relates to……..
Bottom = Passenger, parcel, postal, light locos
Top = All other trains (I.e. freight)
What action would you take if you came across faulty Level Crossing equipment?
Report to the signaller immediately in the quickest way possible
Explain the layout of a TSR….
AWS magnet
(180 metres)
Warning Board
(Serviceable braking distance)
Speed indicator commencement board
(Speed restriction)
Termination indicator
What is the purpose of a running brake test? (2)
Test the EFFECTIVENESS and FUNCTION of the automatic brake
Test the railhead conditions
When would you carry out an ADDITIONAL running brake test? (SWR LL)
SNOWFALL
Changes in WEATHER I.e. light rain
Test RAILHEAD conditions
During the LOW ADHESION SEASON
At LOCATIONS known that there is poor adhesion
After coupling/uncoupling
If train has been left for 15 minutes or more
WHENEVER YOU THINK IT IS NECESSARY
If you are approaching a booked station stop, where must you stop your train and why?
Correct car stop board…. to eliminate stopping short and prevents injury to passengers if doors are released and they fall out
If you are detained at a signal at danger, when would you contact the signaller? (2)
Immediately
Or you can wait for 2 minutes if you can see the reason for the delay (I.e. congestion)
If you have been asked to examine the OLE, when must you be accompanied by a Competent Person and at what speed?
Tunnel, darkness, poor visibility
Caution, max 20mph
Tunnel is max 10mph
Who can authorise you to pass a signal at danger? (6)
Signaller
Handsignaller
Pilot
Shunter
A person competent in the rules
Driver at a controlled signal
You have been given authority to pass one signal at danger….. what do you need to make sure of before you start (2), and what are your actions, including speed…..?
Make sure you have a CLEAR UNDERSTANDING with the signaller as to what is required of you
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS from the signaller throughout the movement
Travel at CAUTION, proceeding only as far as the line ahead is clear and stopping short of any obstructions etc…. (and max 15mph over any points - you must make sure they are set correctly for your route)
Reset the DRA
Notify the guard
Train Stop Override button on TPWS control panel
Light if
1. WDM less than 400 metres
2. WDM more than 400 metres
- Keep the lights as they are
- Ensure white at the front and red at the rear
DOTE…. who do you report to
1. First convenient opportunity
2. Immediately
3. When are you allowed to move your train?
- WMT Control
- Signaller
- You have told the signaller what WMT Control has told you, and the signaller gives you permission to move
Which DOTE requires a Competent Person? Who is classed as a Competent Person in each of these cases?
AWS
TPWS
DSD
Vigilance
DRA (Follow WMT contingency plan)
Broken windscreen driver’s side
Competent Person = Another driver with the correct route knowledge I.e. another Driver, Driving Instructor, Driver Manager
EXCEPT for the DSD/Vigilance, that person could be a Guard
Defective TPWS and you are moving the train to get out of service…..
1. Drivers duties in relation to signals and speed restrictions
2. Competent Persons duties in relation to signals and speed restrictions
- Running commentary of the signal aspect or speed restriction and the positive action being taken in respect of that aspect/speed restriction (I.e. signal is a single yellow, I am reducing my speed to expect a red signal ahead)
- Acknowledge the driver’s running commentary, remind him if he’s missed anything, operate emergency plunger if concerned about safety
If you need to work on the outside of your train what do you need?
Speak to the signaller, get a Line Block Authority Number
How will you be advised by the signaller of a hot axle box? What will the signaller tell you?
Signaller will stop you through the normal signalling sequence
He will tell you:
Which axle box has overheated
Which side of the train
Position of it from the front of the train
If the heat in the hot axle box is normal, which other axle boxes would you check?
All axle boxes on that vehicle
All axle boxes on either side of the vehicle
Speeds for
1. Confirmed hot axle box (2)
2. Headlight out
3. Obscured windscreen
4. Horn fully defective
5. TPWS defective, Competent Person available, but foggy conditions
6. Defective speedo
- 10mph, 5mph over points and crossings
- 20mph (75mph if portable fitted)
- Safe speed
- 20mph
- 40mph if AWS is also isolated (I.e. in a 323)…. otherwise it’s Linespeed if TPWS and AWS are 2 separate systems
- Speed you know you are within the restrictions
Train composed of more than 5 vehices and automatic brake is isolated on the middle vehicle…. speeds?
10mph below permissable line speed…. But not less than 35mph
When would you be allowed to set back after overrunning a platform? (3)
Less than 400 metres
Signaller gives permission
No automatic Level Crossing
Examining the line during darkness…. speed?
Caution
Examining the line through a tunnel….. speed and do you require a Competent Person?
Max 10mph, yes if they are immediately available
Examined the line….. what 2 pieces of information do you give to the signaller after leaving the area?
Tell the signaller you are clear….. and inform whether the line is blocked and provide any other relevant information
Speed if flood water is level with the top of the railhead? When will services be suspended?
5mph
Suspended if flood water is over the top of the railhead….. likely to dislodge the ballast…. or has dislodged the ballast
Depth of snow where normal running of services would be stopped?
8 inches above the top of the railhead
TBW and your train fails. You are unable to contact the signaller. What protection would you lay and where would you wait for the assistance to arrive once you have contacted the signaller?
Emergency protection in the rear
Wait with red flag 30 metres away from last detonator
2 things you do immediately to visually warn oncoming trains you have been involved in an accident……
Hazards on
Red lights on at front
SLW wrong direction
1. Max speed
2. Speed over points
- 50mph (Caution if 1st train)
- 15mph if first train
How would you perform a controlled test stop?
Brake the train in the normal way for the prevailing weather and rail conditions for the location, rather than that used for reportable railhead conditions
SLW
1. How many Pilot?
2. How would you identify the Pilot?
3. What document would you be given?
- 1 Pilot
- Red armlet on upper left arm, white writing “Pilot”
- RT3193
SLW
1. How are movements controlled in the right direction?
2. How are movements controlled in the wrong direction?
- Normal signalling
- Position Light signals, Shunting signals, Handsignals, main aspect signal opposite the crossover to return you back on to the normal line
Handsignals to proceed
1. At a level crossing
2. If given at any other location
- Green
- Yellow
SLW in the wrong direction…. handsignaller is not provided…. what must the Pilot do and where must he stop you at the end of the single line?
Pilot must travel with you and stop you opposite the main signal protecting the crossover
You then phone the signaller to obtain authority to go over the crossover and onto the proper line
Actions if one or more detonators are exploded in the middle of nowhere and with no handsignaller around?
Stop immediately, contact the signaller and follow instructions, proceed at Caution
When would you lay emergency protection in the REAR following a train accident? (4)
TBW
ESW
Train has derailed
Unable to contact the signaller
Why is TBW introduced?
When 2 or more consecutive signals have failed in a Track Circuit Block area and the signaller allows you to pass them at danger
Who will you meet at the start of TBW? What will you be given? Speeds?
Handsignaller. You will be given an RT3184 ticket.
Max speed is 50mph (Caution if 1st train) and 15mph over points (if first train)
Entering a TBW section…. what do you do about the TPWS? What handsignal will you get to pass the signal at danger?
Temporary Isolate TPWS
Yellow handsignal
TBW to assist a failed train…. whose authority do you need? What would you NOT receive? Speed?
Signaller’s authority is needed
You will not receive a RT3184 ticket
Speed is Caution
You arrive at the exit signal in a TBW section….. your actions? (2)
Cancel the RT3184 ticket and hand it to the handsignaller
Reinstate TPWS
Handsignaller picks up detonator, gives you yellow flag… proceed when signal also displays proceed aspect
If you experience severe WSP and you feel you might overrun a station or pass a signal at danger…. your actions?
PBC into emergency
If you have doubts as to the rail conditions, what additional action can you take? (3)
More running brakes tests
Drive slower according to the conditions
Brake earlier
If you pass a signal at danger without authority, what must you do? (4)
Press AWS button to acknowledge the TPWS brake demand
Stop immediately and secure train
Contact the signaller
Follow signaller’s instructions
Do not proceed without signaller’s permission
Complete RT3185 form immediately
…..
Signaller will ask the driver if he is ok to continue. There will then be a full investigation as to why the SPAD occured
Speed approaching a red signal 200 metres before the signal? How far should you stop before it?
Between 15-20mph
Stop 20 metres before the signal (unless it’s a signal that you would need to draw up closer than that I.e. you’re stopping at Aston on the way back and passengers are disembarking, you would draw right up next to the signal)
What is a Multi SPAD signal?
Signal that has been passed at danger without authority twice or more in the last 5 years
EXAM….. What five things do you need to know before you go on the operational railway?
Line speeds
Normal direction of trains
Positions of Safety and Refuges
Areas where there may be hazardous underfoot conditions
Limited clearance areas
Prohibition sign areas…… locations where you must not go when trains are running
EXAM….. What 3 environmental conditions must you take into consideration when on the operational railway? How might they affect you?
(Eyes, Ears, Feet)
Visibility
Wind
Underfoot conditions
EXAM….. What must you wear (and have with you) when going on the operational railway? (3) What MUST you always be in possession of?
High Visibility Vest
Safety Shoes
Hand lamp
Must be in possession of your PTS card
EXAM….. Definition of “On or near the line”? (3)
You are either:
1. On the line
2. Within 3 metres of the nearest running line and there is no permanent structure/fence
3. Working within 1.25 metres of a Platform edge
EXAM….. Definition of “lineside”? (2)
When you are:
Between the railway boundary fence and the area called “On or near the line”, and
You can be seen by the driver of an approaching train
When walking lineside, where should you walk if possible? (2)
On an authorised walking route
In the Cess
If you need to cross a line and there is no foot crossing etc, what is the procedure?
Find a place with a good view of approaching trains in both directions
Locate a Position of Safety on the opposite side
Look out for trip hazards/slippery underfoot conditions
Avoid points
Cross the rails ballast to ballast
EXAM….. How often should you look up when “On or near the line”?
At least every 5 seconds
EXAM….. How many seconds should you be in a Position of Safety before a train arrives?
10 seconds
EXAM….. What should you NOT wear when going on the operational railway?
Anything that is likely to impair your hearing or vision, such as:
Hood
Ear Muffs
Headphones
What should you take with you in a tunnel or at night?
Hand lamp
EXAM….. When on the operational railway, state four things you would do when a train approaches…..
- Get to/maintain a Position of Safety before 10 seconds of the train approaching
- Put down anything you are carrying
- Raise one arm above your head on hearing the train warning horn
- Look out for any following trains before you move off
EXAM….. What four things would you do if caught between running lines and you’re unable to get to a Position of Safety when a train approaches?
Why might you do this?
Lie down in the Cess, 6 foot or the 10 foot
Pull any loose clothing in underneath you
Put down anything you are carrying
Keep your arms and legs tucked in
……
You would do this to avoid losing your footing as the train approaches, there might be a train coming in the other direction and you could be knocked off your balance and fall into the path of that one
EXAM….. What is the position of safety for the following Line speeds?
A. 0-100mph
B. 101mph+
A. 1.25 metres
B. 2 metres
What must you always be aware of when walking in a tunnel?
Your nearest Position of Safety or Refuge
EXAM….. Limited clearance warning sign (red and black squares)….. (2)
There is no Position of Safety for the length of the structure.
You must not enter or stand at that location if a train is approaching
EXAM….. No Refuge warning sign (blue and white squares)……
There is no Position of Safety/Refuge for the length of the adjacent structure on THIS side. However, there is a Position of Safety/Refuge on the opposite side
EXAM….. Prohibition sign…….
You must NOT PASS THIS SIGN unless you are carrying out Emergency Protection because there is no Position of Safety or Refuges past this point
What two phrases should you NOT use when communicating a message?
“Not clear” - Use “Blocked”
“Over and out”
What is the first thing you MUST ensure when communicating via a lineside or mobile phone?
That you are speaking to the correct person
EXAM….. What distance should you normally keep between yourself, anything you are carrying and the OLE?
2.75 metres
EXAM….. If there is something wrong with the OLE, what should your immediate actions be?
Follow the emergency call procedure to the signaller/Electrical Control Operator (ECO)
What are two safe places to cross conductor rail areas? How would you cross if these places were not available?
- Where there is a gap in the conductor rail
- Kick Board is in place
If the above are not available, you would step over both the conductor AND running rail in ONE MOVEMENT
EXAM….. How would you place Track Circuit Operating Clips on a line with DC current?
By placing the first clip on the rail FURTHEST away from the Conductor Rail first, then attaching the second clip to the second rail (closest to the conductor rail)
EXAM….. What hazards would you look for on passing trains?
Open door
Hot axle box
Fire
Unsecured load
Missing/unlit tail light
Train hazard warning lights
Red lights on the front
EXAM….. What would be dangerous to approaching trains?
Large animal within the boundary fence
Fire
Flood
Broken railhead
Broken fishplates
Washouts
Landslips
Embankment failure
Retaining wall failure
EXAM….. What is the Four Foot?
The space between the rails of one line
EXAM….. What is the 6 foot?
The space between one line and another line
What is the difference between Facing points and Trailing points?
Facing changes the direction of a train
Trailing points do not
EXAM….. When are you permitted to be on the “Operational railway”? (2)
If it is during the course of your duties
In an emergency
EXAM….. Definition of “Operational railway”?
“On or near the line” + “Lineside”
Where would you find details of authorised walking routes?
Booking on point
Hazard Directory
What does a Track Circuit Operating Clip (TCOC) do?
In the case of an accident or obstruction, TCOCs are applied to the rail. This indicates to the signaller that this section of track is OCCUPIED….. and the signal in the rear will display a danger aspect
Saying “Out” means….
You have finished your message and no reply is expected
EXAM….. If you test positive for drugs & alcohol, what will happen? (3)
Dismissed
Prosecution/Jail
Banned from safety critical role for at least 5 years
EXAM….. What handsignals are used to stop a train during daylight?
Red flag
Both hands in air above head
When can you use a mobile phone on the track?
When in a Position of Safety
EXAM….. What handsignals can you use to stop a train at night?
Red Light held steady
Any colour light waved vigorously
EXAM….. What and where is the Cant line?
It is an orange strip towards the top of the train, it provides 2.75 metres clearance from the OLE
You must NOT allow any object or body part to go above this line
ABC
Accurate
Brief
Clear
How do you make an emergency call?
Red button on GSM-R - 2 seconds
PTT button
“This is an emergency call”
Confirm that you are speaking to the correct person
Name, Job title, Employer, Headcode, Location
(For example, the first part of the call might sound like this……. “This is an emergency call, am I speaking to the Aston signaller, over? AWAIT RESPONSE. My name is X, driver of 2R12 for West Midlands Trains, my location is on the Up Sutton Line at Sutton Coldfield station, over. AWAIT RESPONSE.)
What is the emergency……
Do you need Line Block or OLE switch off?
Which emergency services are required?
Ask for repeat back, and follow any instructions
What do you say when you are making a dangerous goods emergency call?
“This is a rail dangerous goods emergency call…..”
EXAM….. Emergency Protection if unable to contact the signaller or the signaller is unable to offer signal protection…..
TCOC affected lines
Walk 1 1/4 miles on affected lines and place 3 detonators 20 metres apart
Stand clear 30 metres away from the last detonator and display a red flag if any train approaches
EXAM….. When would you lay detonators before 1 1/4 miles?
Oncoming train
SPT
Signal Box
Tunnel
Junction
What is the alcohol limit?
29mg/100ml
What is a Position of Safety?
A safe place to stand when trains are passing
What do track circuits do?
Detect the presence of a train on a section of line
EXAM….. What is a conductor rail energised at?
What might happen if you touch it?
650 to 750 DC
If you touch it you could get serious burn injuries and potential death
How can you identify
1. SPT
2. Lineside phone
What about if they are in a limited clearance area?
SPT = Diagonal lines
Lineside = X
Limited clearance area……
SPT = Yellow circle in the middle of the diagonal lines
Lineside = Yellow or white hexagon shape with an X in it
(You must only use this telephone in an emergency, as there is limited clearance between the telephone and running line)
EXAM….. If you have to cross in front of a stationary train (I.e. a walking route is not available), what distance should you keep clear?
15 metres
(If this requirement can’t be met, then as long as you are sure the train will not move you can cross in front of the train providing there is a minimum 2 metres (6 feet) gap)
Saying “Over” means….
You have finished your message and you ARE expecting a reply
What is the top 4 in lead responsibilities?
ECO
Signaller
PICOP
Shunter
EXAM….. Horn in an emergency…..
Long blasts of the high tone (continuous series)
EXAM….. What additional responsibilities come with being the Person In Charge Of Electrical Emergency (PICEE)?
Identify yourself to anyone arriving on the site…. tell them of the presence of the OLE and which parts have been switched off
Inform the emergency services
Transfer responsibility via the ECO
EXAM….. What are the conditions for rescuing someone on an AC line and the OLE has NOT been isolated and earthed? (4)
(HINT….. 2 of them are about 600mm)
- Emergency switch off has taken place
- The person must be alive and can be reached on ground level
- Person is more than 600mm (2 feet) away from the OLE and Pantograph
- You will not come within 600mm (2 feet) of the OLE or Pantograph
EXAM….. What is displayed on an OLE number plate?
Route ID
Number of miles from start of route
Structure sequence number
What does the term “Refuge” mean?
A Position of Safety built into an embankment or cut into the wall of a viaduct, tunnel or cutting
What is an authorised walking route? Where are details found?
It is safe access to or from a place of work….. details are found in the Hazard Directory and at the Booking on Point
How far away do you need to be from the Conductor Rail?
At least 1 foot
EXAM….. If you need to cross a line, what should you walk on to avoid slipping or tripping?
What if the above is NOT available?
An approved “safe walking route” if one is provided
If this is not available you should walk on the ballast 90 degrees straight across and avoid stepping on the sleepers
EXAM….. Provide 3 examples of a “safe walking route”…..
Subway
Foot Bridge
Foot Crossing
EXAM….. What would you look out for when crossing a running line?
Any approaching trains….. look up at least every 5 seconds until you get to a Position of Safety
EXAM….. What extra piece of equipment would you take with you if you are entering a tunnel?
Hand lamp
EXAM….. If you are walking “On or near the line”, you must:
Face……
Be in a……..
Face oncoming traffic
Be in a Position of Safety
EXAM….. What type of procedure should you follow if reporting an obstruction on the line to the signaller?
Emergency call procedure
EXAM….. What are the 3 types of railway phone?
Signal Post Telephone (Diagonal lines)
Lineside Telephone (X)
Telephone with Limited Clearance
EXAM….. Why should you always use authorised walking routes at a depot?
There are a lot of train movements so there is a high risk of serious injury or death
EXAM….. What hazards with the OLE must be reported immediately?
OLE is smoking or flashing
OLE is damaged
Something has been thrown on to the OLE
Broken/displaced Along Track Conductors
Broken/displaced wires
Broken structure bond
EXAM….. If a structure bond has been disconnected, what should you NOT do yourself?
Touch it or attempt to fix or repair it
EXAM….. What is the OLE voltage?
25,000 Volts AC
EXAM….. What information is necessary to assist the ECO during an emergency call?
Which lines are affected
What is the OLE structure number plate
EXAM….. If the OLE has been switched off, does that mean all trains have stopped running? Explain.
No, because diesel trains may still be running
EXAM….. How would you identify the conductor rail?
It runs on the outside of the running rail and is also known as the 3rd rail
EXAM….. When attaching a TCOC on a conductor rail, how should you attach it?
Attach the clip first to the running rail furthest from the conductor rail
EXAM….. If a detonator is going to explode, how far must you be away from it?
30 metres
EXAM….. Emergency protection and you come across a tunnel and you haven’t reached the 1 1/4 miles yet……?
Lay 3 detonators at the tunnel entrance
If the 1 1/4 miles falls within the tunnel, then continue until the far end and place 3 detonators there……. or continue for the remainder of the 1 1/4 miles beyond the tunnel before laying your detonators and stand there with a red flag
EXAM….. Emergency protection and you come across a diverging junction and you haven’t reached the 1 1/4 miles yet……?
Lay 3 detonators before you reach the Junction, and then…..
Decide the order in which you protect each line…. PROTECT EACH LINE
EXAM….. If your train has derailed and you need to lay emergency protection, what must you put on your line? Do you need to lay detonators?
Put a TCOC on your line and the other affected lines…… then go off and lay emergency protection on the affected lines
Symptoms and remedy for Auxiliary Control MCB tripping……
Battery charger light goes red
Cab lights stay on but saloon lights go out
Lose 110v supply
Lose Auxiliary Converter
You have 40 minutes of battery power remaining
REMEDY…….
Pan Up x3
Stop in a safe place
Contact signaller and WMT Control
MCB reset x3
…..
Pan Down, AUX Off, Direction Selector to Off……
Direction Selector to Neutral, AUX on, Pan Up
Symptoms and remedy for Train Control MCB tripping in the lead DMS……
EBA whole train
Dead desk
Only Pan Down and Hazard buttons work
REMEDY……..
MCB reset x3
Contact signaller and WMT Control
Shut down desk and drive from other than the leading cab
Guard goes in the leading cab as a Competent Person and communicates with you via the bell/buzzer
Speed is max 20mph
Symptoms and remedy for Traction Control MCB tripping in the leading cab……
(If the MCB trips in the TS the VCB opens….. Line Light goes out and VCB light comes on and you get a loss of traction power….. Pan up x1, MCB x3 and if that doesn’t work you will need to be assisted)
Loss of traction and regenerative braking on affected vehicle
REMEDY……..
Stop in a safe place
Pan Up x3
MCB x3
Contact signaller and WMT Control
Isolate “Traction Control Cut-out” switch
Rotational test
What if the Main Reservoir Pipe bursts in the DMS lead vehicle and you’re not getting assisted…… what are your actions? (remember Train Wire 13…..)
Close the MRPCC (Main Reservoir Pipe Coupling Cocks)
BIC the DMS and do rotational test
Lock doors out of use and remove passengers
EBS in the rear (you will now be driving from this rear cab….. remember EBS does not resolve faults in the leading cab which is why you operate it in the rear cab)
Guard travels in the (what is now) rear cab and operates the parking brake in an emergency
5mph max
If the FIP in DMS A says you have got a Traction Fault, but the Local Fault light is not lit….. where is the problem?
DMS B
Train Control MCB trips in both cabs….. what happens next if you are being assisted?
You will need to be assisted
Couple mechanically & air ONLY because you don’t want to transfer the fault
BIC the failed unit once coupled up
5mph
What are the risks with coupling and uncoupling? (3)
Potential for injury/death I/e. could get crushed
Going too fast could cause damage to vehicles
SPAD a signal
What are the rules if the brakes are isolated on the rear vehicle (so you do not have brake continuity) and you are carrying on from the leading cab? (3)
5mph
Guard to travel in the rear and operates the parking brake in an emergency
Gradient is not greater than 1 in 40
What are the risks associated with fault finding? (3)
Not getting the line blocked if need to go outside
Injuring yourself
Not communicating properly with the signaller could cause delays to other trains
If the Passcomm goes off, what does it do?
Audible alarm
Indicator will flash red
If you have got a runaway train, what operational incidents might this cause? (4)
Delays to other services
Collision
SPAD a signal
Injury
What is the max speed if all of the brakes have been isolated? (No brake continuity)
5mph
How can you check the brake pressure on the outside of the Unit?
Brake chamber/cylinder gauge on the outside of the TS in between the vehicles, Number 1 end
(It only shows the pressure on that TS)
What could be the fault if the VCB and Line Light are both unlit?
OLE fault
Flat batteries
EXAM….. What are the conditions for rescuing someone on a DC line if the DC has not been switched off and a person is on the line or within 300mm (1 foot) of it? (4)
(Hint….. 2 are about non-conductive material)
- You have tried getting the DC switched off but haven’t been able to at the time
- The person is alive
- You can cover your hands with a non-conductive material
- You can stand on non-conductive material and do not use metal objects
EXAM….. What are your actions if power lines fall on to the operational railway? How close can you get to the fallen power line, until the electricity company says it is safe to go closer?
Emergency call to the signaller to get the OLE switched off and the lines blocked….. if unable to get in touch with him then you will need to carry out emergency protection of all affected lines.
You must not go closer than 5 metres until it is confirmed it is safe to do so.
EXAM….. If a train is going to pass over the detonators, what are your actions? (3)
(Distance….. what if someone else is there…… physical actions)
Stand 30 metres away
If there is anyone else nearby tell them to keep clear
Turn away as the train passes over the detonators
Who would you notify if you are unable to attend work? How much notice do you have to give before you return?
First Call 0330 808 1047
Give 12 hours notice before the start of your next shift
How long are the following displayed for…..
New Notice Case
General Notice Case
Both are 4 weeks
Who would you allow in your driving cab?
Another driver if in the course of their duties
Guard if in the course of their duties
Rolling Stock Technician if in the course of their duties
Pilot
Network Rail in an emergency
Someone with a driving cab pass
Why might a Blanket Speed restriction be introduced? (4) (3 high….)
High winds
High temperature
High rainfall
OLE damage
AHBC =
AOCL =
CCTV =
Automatic Half Barrier Crossing
Automatic Open Crossing Locally Monitored
Barrier crossing with Closed Circuit Television
What will the GSM-R allow the user to do?
Driver to contact the signaller
Signaller to contact the driver
Text messages
Emergency call
What are the means of detecting trains? (3)
Track Circuits
Axle Counters
Visually in Absolute Block
Why might there be stepped signals in an Absolute Block area?
The section is short between signal boxes
Actions if an Emergency Indicator is unlit….
Stop immediately
Report to the signaller immediately
RT 3185
Where would you find AWS magnets?
On approach to…..
Signals
Permanent speed restrictions
Temporary speed restrictions
Emergency speed restrictions
Automatic Level Crossings
Shunt yards
When might you need to isolate the AWS? (3)
Horn does not stop sounding
Cancel the horn but the brakes apply
When successive or intermediate failures occur
At its most restrictive, what would the following be referred to as…..
Stop signal =
Distant signal =
Position Light signal =
Stop signal = Danger
Distant signal = Caution
Position Light signal = Normal
Max speed if examining the OLE?
Max 20mph
What is the minimum amount of time you can drink any alcohol before starting a shift?
12 hours
What should you do if you’re involved in an accident at work?
Report to Driver Manager or DTCM immediately, fill in the accident book at the depot
Late Notice Case…. colour…. what is contained in there?
Red….. “You must read these notices”
ESRs, Safety of the Line issues, Emergency Engineering Work
What should you check for when you receive your diagram?
That you have the required route and traction knowledge and that any train running alterations are understood
Where would you find information about the location of your train?
DTCM; train departing board; information sheet if doing ECS moves
Where do you find details of the official walking routes at New Street?
In the folder at the booking on point
What must you do before leaving duty?
Find out your next turn of duty and hand in any driver reports or RT 3185 as required
What notices are you required to sign for?
WON, PON, rule book modules, PDP
What are your general duties regarding safety and security?
To act and work in a safe manner at all times. Report any safety or security issues as quickly as possible
For what basic reason should an emergency call be made?
To provide information which needs IMMEDIATE ACTION to prevent DEATH, DAMAGE or SERIOUS INJURY
Provide some reasons why you should make a drivers report……
Safety of the Line incident
Fatality or near miss
Trespassers
Delays
Train failure
What is the risk with approach controlled junctions?
That the signal will clear on approach and it doesn’t….. leading to a SPAD
What permit must a driver have in order to drive a train?
Authority to drive permit
What must you ensure you repeat back to the signaller if passing a signal at danger?
The correct signal number
When passing through a section after passing a signal at danger, what would you do approaching a level crossing?
Approach cautiously and check it is safe before passing over it
What do the following hand signals mean…..
1 - Both arms raised above head
2 - One arm moved slowly up and down the side of the body
3 - One arm moved in a large circular motion away from the body
4 - One arm moved horizontally across the body to the shoulder
1 - Stop
2 - Slow down
3 - Move away
4 - Move towards
What hand signals would you expect at night for the following…..
1 - Stop
2 - Slow down
3 - Move away
4 - Move towards
1 - Red light held steady or any colour light waved violently
2. Green light
3. White (or green for slow) light moved up and down
4. White (or green for slow) light moved side to side
If shunting controlled by a hand signaller or radio, why would you stop without being instructed to do so?
Shunter’s handsignal goes out of view
You don’t know what the hand signal means
Lose radio communication
What 2 occasions might you have to drive from other than the leading cab?
Propelling a dead unit
Defective driving controls
When can you operate a train with DOTE? (2)
If the route is not fitted with the equipment concerned
If the driving cab with the DOTE is not required to be used for that journey
When can you isolate the AWS?
When cancelling the horn does not prevent the brakes from applying
Successive or intermittent failures occur
What should you do if stopped directly over the AWS magnet?
Change ends and move the Unit
As a last resort you can isolate the AWS
If you operate EBS, why must the Guard be informed?
Because they will not be able to apply the emergency brakes
They will also need to move all the passengers into the front unit, and then travel in the second unit, ready to apply the parking brake in an emergency (if the train comes apart)
What should you do if your day headlight fails?
Switch on the night headlight instead
Linespeed
If you have a tail light failure, what should you do?
Stop immediateley and inform the signaller. Arrange for a handlamp with a red aspect to be displayed at the rear of the train
Warning horn fails completely…. speed?
Max 20mph
If you stop short at a station but the doors have already been opened, what must you confirm with the Guard before moving along the platform?
That nobody has fallen from the train and is in danger
If you fail to call at a station who do you inform?
The signaller who will then inform WMT Control
When reporting problems with rail adhesion to the signaller, when would you describe conditions as being Reportable?
When you have had trouble stopping at a location that IS listed in the Sectional Appendix
How are Automatic Half Barrier Level Crossings controlled?
By Treadles in the track which operate the crossing when train pass over them
How are CCTV Level Crossings controlled?
Track Circuits control the barriers so when the barriers are down the signal controlling the crossing will clear
Why is it important to keep to speed when approaching an Automatic Half Barrier Level Crossing?
Because once a train has passed over the Treadles there is only a limited time before the barriers will rise again, so if you’re going too slow the barriers will rise before you’ve gone past the crossing
How would you deal with a suspicious object?
Apply the HOT principle (Hidden, Obviously suspicious, Typical of what is regularly discovered)
