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AUTO & LEADING EDP OPERATION Flashcards

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What happens, when in AUTO, and doors are not enabled in a station?

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The station won’t be serviced

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If CCC calls you during a safety critical operation at DCP or EDP, what are your options?

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Stop procedure and pick up or wait, by finishing the procedure then pick up

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Give me 4 ways to remain alert so that you don’t fall victim of auto-pilot?

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  1. Opening windows
  2. Standing if working from the Leading EDP
  3. Moving around the train
  4. Making personalised announcements
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What is the purpose of a Train Dispatch Corridor?

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To identify the area to be checked during the train dispatch

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Tell me the elements that make up a Train Dispatch Corridor?

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  1. 0.88m from the train body
  2. The gap between the platform and the train
  3. The full length of the train
  4. At least the height of the doors
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How should you monitor the platform from Leading EDP?

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  1. Observe the platform as you approaching the station
  2. Once docked, monitor the TDC continually using mirrors or monitors (Z- scan)
  3. Once RTD, check all doors from top to bottom and TDC
  4. Make announcements for people to stand clear and when safe close the doors
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What are the purpose of TRAIN SAFETY CHECKS?

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The final check carried out before pressing CTD at the DCP or START train at leading EDP

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What are 5 things you MUST consider when doing TRAIN SAFETY CHECKS?

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  1. All doors are closed
  2. Nobody is trapped in the doors e.g. clothing
  3. Nothing is trapped on or touching the outside of the train
  4. There are no risks on the platform that could affect the safe the departure of the train
  5. It is safe to depart the train
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What are 3 you take into account when a passenger is in the train the dispatch corridor?

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  1. Proximity and behaviour when close to the train prior to dispatch
  2. The demographic of the passenger
  3. Vulnerable persons (including under the influence)
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Name 4 other behaviours you would consider when carrying out a train safety checks

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  1. People running towards the train
  2. People running along the edge of the platform
  3. Trying to open the doors when already closed
  4. Standing very close to the platform edge
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What should you do if you see anybody within or enter the TDC that may pose a risk to safe dispatch?

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  1. STOP IMMEDIATELY
  2. Restart when safe
  3. You must do FULL TRAIN SAFETY checks must be completed before train dispatched
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EXPLAIN A DOOR PROCEDURE AT DCP IN AUTO

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  1. When at a station, open passenger door and energise DCP
  2. Monitor TDC continually, observing passengers
  3. Once RTD received, visually check full length of the platform
  4. Visually check inside the train for passenger alighting
  5. Make announcements asking customers to stand clear of doors
  6. When Safe to do so, press COD, observing all doors close correctly
  7. Once doors closed carry out TRAIN SAFETY CHECKS
  8. When safe to do so, press CTD
  9. Once PSA door closed, check ADC illuminated
  10. Turn key to “N” position
  11. As train moves off, hold key in N for 10 seconds
  12. If Passenger alarm is sounded within 10 seconds, STOP THE TRAIN
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STATE REASONS WHY YOU WOULD PERFORM LEADING EDP OPERATION

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  1. Operational restrictions
  2. Passenger loadings
  3. Observing the tracks for safety reasons
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EXPLAIN LEADING EDP OPERATION DUE TO PASSENGER LOADINGS

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  1. Remove keys from LOCAL and close EDP cover
  2. Go to nearest DCP to get a full view of the platform
  3. Carry out full door procedure from DCP
  4. Return to leading EDP on completion of door procedure
  5. This includes the 10 seconds
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EXPLAIN COMPULSORY LEADING EDP OPERATION

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  1. Remove keys from Local and close EDP cover
  2. Go to the nearest DCP to get full view of the platform
  3. Carry full door procedure at DCP
  4. Apply INHIBIT at DCP
  5. Open EDP cover and select LOCAL
  6. Recheck the TDC to ensure it is safe to depart
  7. When safe to do so clear INHIBIT at EDP
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Name 5 things that could be seen at platform issues

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  1. Reduce lighting or no lighting
  2. Damage to infrastructure
  3. Too much littler or spillage
  4. Anti-social behaviour
  5. Vulnerable passengers
17
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What 4 pieces of equipment must Platform Dispatcher have on them?

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  1. Radio
  2. PSA Key bunch
  3. Hi-Viz
  4. PSA notebook
18
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EXPLAIN TRAIN DISPATCH USING PLATFORM STAFF

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  1. Train dispatcher must be at leading end of the platform
  2. Dispatcher must acknowledge VO by raising one hand
  3. Dispatcher must observe TDC continually
  4. When train receives RTD, dispatcher must decide when to give VO indication to close doors
  5. Dispatcher must make announcements advising to stand clear
  6. Dispatcher must give VO signal to close doors by raising one hand with thumb up or display paddle showing CLOSE DOORS
  7. VO must do announcement to stand clear of doors
  8. Once doors are closed and ADC illuminated, VO must give dispatcher one raised hand signal
  9. Train dispatcher must complete train safety checks before advising it is safe to depart
  10. If safe to depart, dispatcher will raise both hands with both thumbs up or show a paddle displaying DEPART TRAIN
  11. VO will acknowledge by raising one hand after pressing START
  12. Dispatcher must keep paddle up or both raised hands with thumbs up until the train is out of the confines of the platform
  13. VO must be ready press emergency button within 10 seconds of leaving platform
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What would be your initial steps if NO ADC at a station?

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  1. Re-enable platform side doors and check platform train interface looking for obstructions
  2. Make announcements and close doors
20
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If the initial actions fail when NO ADC at a station, what should you do next?

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  1. Place INHIBIT and walk to affected door
  2. Log in notebook
  3. If no obstruction, contact CCC and explain ADC issue
    3a. If faulty doors found, contact CCC and give: LOCATION, VEHICLE NUMBER, DOOR NUMBERS AND NATURE OF FAULT
  4. If fault found, isolate doors
    4a. if not fault found, CCC will advise you to check PERH/PERV
21
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NAME 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER WHEN MONITORING TRAIN PERFORMANCE

WHAT WOULD YOU IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY?

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  1. Slippery surface
  2. Excessive rubbish or spillages
  3. Bodily fluids
  4. Broken glass bottles or broken windows
  5. Abnormal noises or smell

REPORT TO CCC IMMEDIATELY

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  1. WHAT ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES IF YOUR TRAIN IS NON-STOPPING AT STATION/S?
  2. WHAT ARE THE CCC RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS SCENARIO?
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1a. Must be at leading EDP
1b. If customers on board must make announcements
1c. Max speed if in AUTO/ATP MANUAL is 50kph
1d. Must sound horn for 2 seconds on approaching station

  1. To advise you of all the station/s that will be non-stopping
23
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  1. WHAT ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN WRONG ROADING?
  2. WHAT ARE THE CCC RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS SCENARIO?
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1a. Must be at leading EDP and remain there until train has door correctly and doors have enabled
1b. Sound horn on approach
1c. Door procedure must be carried out DCP
1d. If continuing WRONG ROAD, apply INHIBIT when ADC ON, return to EDP and clear INHIBIT before departing

  1. CCC must advise you if it is one station or more
24
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WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF OUT OF SERVICE PROCEDURE?

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To ensure that there are no customers on board when entering the depot, siding or CROSSHARBOUR HEADSHUNT

25
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NAME THE LOCATIONS OF THE FOLLOWING:

  1. HEADSHUNTS
  2. SIDINGS
  3. SERVICE INTO TVA AT BED FROM
    4 SERVICE INTO TVA AT POD FROM
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  1. BANK AND CROSSHARBOUR
  2. ALL SAINTS, ROV, CAT, STR
  3. BEC & GAR
  4. POP & ALS
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EXPLAIN OUT OF SERVICE PROCEDURE - NORMAL AUTO OPERATION

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  1. Make OUT OF SERVICE announcement at penultimate station
  2. Make OUT OF SERVICE announcement at TERMINAL STATION
  3. Carry out door procedure at DCP (furthest car from entering depot etc)
  4. Apply INHIBIT at DCP when ADC is lit
  5. Walk to END DOOR furthest car from depot etc
  6. Walk through the train to EDP facing depot etc
  7. Ensure all customers have left the train
  8. Any customers still on board let them out through CREW ACCESS DOOR (find out from CCC if CAD leads to SDO walkway before letting them out)
  9. Carry out security checks and ensure no lost property
  10. Once at Leading EDP, release INHIBIT and depart into depot etc.
  11. Remain at leading EDP until train docks on TVA
  12. Change radio channel and contact DC
  13. Confirm location (TVA), leading vehicle number, signal number and aspect
  14. Do not select E/S until DC has confirmed route into depot
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EXPLAIN OUT OF SERVICE PROCEDURE - LEADING EDP OPERATION

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  1. Make OUT OF SERVICE announcement at PENULTIMATE station
  2. Make OUT OF SERVICE announcement at TERMINAL STATION
  3. Remove keys from EDP, close cover and apply INHIBIT at DCP
  4. Walk along the platform to the set of doors FURTHEST from entrance to depot etc
  5. Walk to the END DOOR FURTHEST from the entrance to depot etc
  6. Carry out door procedure, apply INHIBIT once ADC is lit
  7. Walk to the END DOOR FURTHEST from the entrance to depot etc
  8. Ensure all customers have left the train
  9. Any customers on board to be let out through CREW ACCESS DOOR
  10. Once at leading EDP, release INHIBIT and depart into siding
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When can the BANK 10 PROCEDURE take place?

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  1. Only required if in E/S MODE
  2. Or if train has to be left in Bank Headshunt
29
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DESCRIBE BANK 10 PROCEDURE WHEN IN AUTO

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  1. When leaving SHADWELL make OUT OF SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
  2. Arrive at BANK 10 in any vehicle
  3. Check carriage visually by walking towards one of coupled ends
  4. Check carriage visually through windows
  5. Make announcement that train is OUT OF SERVICE
  6. Carry out door procedure from vehicle you arrived in
  7. Remain in the same vehicle into Headshunt
  8. When in Headshunt make another announcement that train is about to return to Bank
  9. Remain in same vehicle when returning to Bank 9
  10. If less than 1 minute on PID, stay in same vehicle and depart
  11. If more than 1 minute, you can change vehicle
30
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DESCRIBE BANK 10 PROCEDURE DUE TO PASSENGER LOADINGS (OPTIONAL EDP SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS FROM 2000)

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  1. Arrive at Bank 10 at Leading EDP
  2. Do not change vehicles at Bank
  3. Carry out door procedure from vehicle you are on
  4. Depart into Bank Headshunt in same vehicle
  5. Change vehicle either at Bank 9 or at Shadwell
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DESCRIBE BANK 10 PROCEDURE WHEN PERSONNEL IN BANK HEADSHUNT

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  1. Arrive at Bank 10 at Leading EDP
  2. Carry out visual checks in from vehicle
  3. Carry out door procedure at DCP in leading vehicle
  4. Apply INHIBIT at DCP when ADC is lit
  5. Return to leading EDP, clear INHIBIT and depart into BANK HEADSHUNT
  6. Remain at Leading EDP until train arrives in Bank Headshunt
  7. Change ends in Bank Headshunt
32
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What does ALL PANELS OFF mean and when is it generally used?

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It means NO DRIVING MODE SELECTED, generally used for OUTSTABLING

33
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DESCRIBE HOW YOU WOULD OUTSTABLE A TRAIN

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  1. Once train is empty, ensure all doors are closed
  2. With permission from controller select E/S
  3. Wait 5 seconds
  4. Remove keys
  5. Leave train via crew access door
  6. Secure train by placing INHIBIT AT DCP before leaving
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DESCRIBE HOW YOU WOULD RESET VOBC WHILST ON MAINLINE

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  1. Go to a set of doors close to any EDP
  2. Carry out door procedure when safe to do so
  3. With or without RTD
  4. Once ADC is lit, apply INHIBIT at DCP
  5. Carry out VOBC reset
  6. The ZVD light may not extinguish on vehicle you are on
  7. Return to DCP, clear INHIBIT and complete door procedure

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