Daily Information Bulletin (DIB) Mid Term Exam No.4

Question 1

Page 2 indicates that the overhead power will be cut off between Papakura and Pukekohe from 01:35 Sun 21 July 2024 to 22:00 Sunday January 2025. What would you do if you approach a signal that provides access to this area during this time and if displays a proceed indication?

Answer 1

1. Stop the train before passing the signal.
2. Contact TC.
3. Advise of the situation.
4. Await further instructions.

Question 2

According to the traction overhead power arrangement ESL boards are erected as required to indicate the limits for EMU services. How can these boards be passed?

Answer 2

1. Authority from a Competent Worker;
2. All pantographs must be entirely down and secured;
3. A diesel motive power unit must tow the EMU.

Question 3

Describe the set-up of Compulsory Stop Protection Boards?

Answer 3

The Advance Warning Board is 2000m from the worksite.
The Inner Warning Board is 1000m from the worksite.
The Compulsory Stop Board is 500m from the worksite.

Question 4

The worksite ____ and ____ boards are at the ____ and ____ of the worksite.

Answer 4

The worksite Begins and Ends boards are at the beginning and end of the worksite.

Question 5

Describe the authority required, and your actions when passing compulsory stop protection?

Answer 5

1. Proceed cautiously and reduce speed after passing the Advance Warning Board.
2. Sound horn and prepare to stop when passing the Inner Warning Board.
3. Stop at the CSB and contact the RPO on Channel 1.
4. Take verbal authority from the RPO to proceed through the worksite.