ATC Passing Signals at Stop Flashcards
What are the exceptions to pass a Home Departure signal at STOP?
There are 2 exceptions to pass a Home Departure Signal at the STOP position as follows:
* defective signal
* to assist a disabled/derailed train.
What are the procedures for passing a defective Home Departure signal?
The driver must be issued with an ATC System Caution Order from the signaller as authority to pass the signal at the STOP position, and proceed cautiously in the section as far as the next fixed signal.
What is the procedure to pass a Home Arrival signal at STOP when it is located at an ATTENDED crossing station?
At attended locations, the Signaller’s Caution Order may be read to the driver. In this case, it won’t be necessary for the driver to write down the details, however the driver must confirm the:
* Train describer number
* Number of the signal concerned
* The line to which the authority applies.
The signaller and driver must exchange names.
What is the procedure for passing an automatic signal at the STOP position?
Automatic signals are placed at intermediate locations between crossing locations. These signals may be passed at the STOP position in accordance with Rule 1, Section 3 of the Book of Rules and Operating Procedures.
What is the procedure for passing a defective dwarf signal that controls the entrance to the single line?
The same procedure as for a defective Home Departure signal applies, which is an ATC Systems Caution Order issued by the signaller.
Describe how to dispose of the orders used on the ATC system?
When the driver is issued with a caution order, it must be handed in at the depot, with an irregularity report.
How is a train despatched from a non-signalled track?
An ATC system caution order must be issued, however, the reference to the passing of the home departure signal must be deleted.
How is an ATC System Caution Order delivered to the driver?
The controlling signaller will read the ATC system Caution Order to the driver. In this case, it will not be necessary for the driver to write down the details, however the driver must confirm:
* Train describer number (MTM area)
* Caution Order number (V/Line area)
* Number of the signal concerned
* The line to which the authority applies
* Requirement for points to be manually operated (where applicable).
The signaller and driver must exchange names.
When can a relief locomotive or train pass the home departure signal at the STOP position to enter the section to assist a disabled train?
When in possession of a Train Authority.
How many exceptions are there to pass a Home Arrival Signal?
One. When the signal is defective.
What is the name of the authority to pass a Home Departure signal?
The driver must be issued with an ATC System Caution Order.
How do you dispose of a Train Authority?
When the section is clear and the train has arrived complete, the driver of the relief train will cancel the Train Authority by writing Cancelled across the face of the form with the time, date and signature. The Train Controller must be advised when this has occurred.
The cancelled Train Authority must be handed in at the depot of the driver of the relief train with an irregularity report.
What are the procedures to pass a Home Arrival signal at STOP when it is located at an unattended crossing station?
The controlling signaller will read the Signaller’s Caution Order to the driver over the radio. In this case, it won’t be necessary for the driver to write down the details, however the driver must confirm:
* Train describer number (MTM area)
* Caution Order number (V/Line area)
* Number of the signal concerned
* The line to which the authority applies
* Requirement for points to be manually operated (where applicable).
The signaller and driver must exchange names.
How many exceptions are there to pass a Home Departure Signal at Stop?
Two.
* defective signal
* to assist a disabled/derailed train.
In ATC, what is the authority to pass intermediate or uncontrolled home signals?
Intermediate or Uncontrolled home signals must not be passed at stop without the verbal authority of the signaller or train controller.
On passing the defective signal at the stop position, the driver must proceed with extreme caution, as defined in Rule 1 Section 3.
