Driver Operation Procedure - DOP Flashcards
What is the Primary task of a Driver?
The safety of the train and passengers
Can unauthorised people travel in the leading cab?
No
Can a driver leave the train unattended when being relieved?
No, contact the DAO
Who is in charge of Transposals for Drivers?
The DAO
Who is in charge of Transposals for Trains?
Train Control at Metrol
What is a TMM?
Train Malfunction Message
What are Fault Warning Notices and Stickers?
Defective safety equipment/isolated equipment that is found that impacts a train from safely operating
Where should Fault Warning Notices and Stickers be placed?
- In the 2 end cabs
- Stickers should be placed on the speedometer
Where are incident reports submitted?
To your Depot Manager via the Correspondence Box
How is the Driver notified of Altered Running?
- Handed to you by station staff
- Transmitted via DTRS
How does the Driver receive a CAN notice?
- Handed to you by station staff
- Transmitted via DTRS
What is a CAN Notice?
Condition Affecting the Network
Does a CAN Notice give drivers the authority to pass Fixed Signals at Stop?
No
After how long must drivers give a PA announcement relating to a delay?
2 minutes
What 3 things should a PA announcement about a delay include?
- Reason for delay if known
- Possible duration of delay (don’t guess a time)
- Alternate arrangements (if applicable)
How frequently should PA announcements be given during a delay?
Every 5 minutes
When should Late Running be reported to TC at Metrol?
A delay in excess of 3 minutes
Which trains commonly use Electric Bell Communication?
Comeng
How many drivers are needed for a 6 Car Zigzag movement?
2 drivers
How many drivers are needed for a 3 Car Zigzag movement
1 driver
What are the 5 different Bell Codes (uses horn)?
- 1 Ring - Call Attention
- 2 Rings - Proceed
- 3 Rings - Set back slowly (reverse)
- 4 Rings - Call driver to the front of the train
- Series of Rings - Emergency stop
Who must a driver contact to arrange a complete set of spare keys at FSS?
Principal Driver
Who must a driver contact to arrange a complete set of spare keys at an Outstation?
- Train Services Officer - Principal Driver Specialist (TSO-PDS)
- TSO-PDS will provide the code for the key safe
What happens when a driver loses their keys?
- Driver must complete Statutory Declaration
- A new set of keys will be issued to the driver
What are Values?
- Internal valuables such as money, tickets, keys etc.
Which colour pass holder can’t be refused access to the lead cab?
Green Cab pass holder
Who has a Metro Blue Cab pass?
Managers
Who has a Metro Green Cab pass?
Trainers and Principal Drivers
Who has a Metro Yellow Cab pass?
Authorised Technical Person
Who has a Metro Yellow/Red Cab pass?
Signaller Trainees and Train Control Trainees
Who has a Metro Purple Cab pass?
Trainee Drivers
Who has a Metro Red Cab pass?
- A VIP
- They must be accompanied by a Green Cab Pass holder
Drivers travelling in the non-leading cab must?
- Wave to the driver
- Enter cab through the bulkhead door
- When leaving, lock and secure the cab
What is a SPOT9?
- Mod or Full cab unattended procedure
- Move to a position to see all doors
- Close doors
- STDS
