Day 04 Flashcards
Unit info and NTS/PDP
What sections of the WON apply for Southeastern?
-Safety Notices
-Temporary Speed Restrictions
-Signalling and Permanent Way Alterations
How often is the PON issued?
Every 3 Months
What symbol is shown for a new item in the publication?
A Black Line
What symbol is shown for items that will not be published in the future?
3 Asterisks
Unit formation
Headcode 1C32
- 1 (what does this mean?)
- C (what does this mean?)
- 32 (what does this mean?)
1 - Class of Train
C - Identifies the Route the train is booked to go
32 - Identifies the Service
What type of break tests do we do?
-Personal Brake Test
-Running Brake Test
When do we carry out a running break test?
-First Opportunity after leaving a terminal station or starting point
-Following any brake isolation cock or traction cut out switch that’s been operated
-Any time the driver deems necessary
When do we carry out a personal break test?
-Before a unit or train is moved after being ‘cut in’ (Aux on)
-Before a unit or train leaves a berthing point or depot
-When taking over a train in the absence of a previous driver
-After an attachment or detachment is made
-After a brake defect or irregularity has been rectified/isolated
-After an isolation cock or safety system has been isolated
What brake step do we use when carrying out brake tests?
Brake Step 2
During snowfall what additionally do we need to do?
A running brake test must be done every 3-5 minutes and a reduction of 10mph to be observed
How many numbers in a Unit Number?
6
How many digits does a vehicle mean?
5
What symbols does a door have?
-One Letter
-One Number
