DRIVERS ACTIONS Flashcards
What switch must a driver turn on immediately after a train accident?
You must immediately switch on the hazard warning indication.
If you cannot switch on hazard lighting, what else must you display?
A red light forward.
Who must you inform about the accident and what must you tell them?
The signaller. You must tell them if the electric traction current needs to be switched off.
What must you check when a train has derailed/collied? (2 answers)
If other lines are obstructed
The exact location of your train
What does signal protection mean?
It means placing or keeping signals at danger, and closing routes or keep routes closed.
When the signaller tells you that signal protection has been provided, what action must you take?
You must place a track-circuit clip on the line that is obstructed and the line on which your train is standing if the whole train has been derailed.
When must you carry out emergency protection? (2 answers)
If the signaller cannot provide signal protection, or you have not been able to contact the signaller.
If you need help in carrying out emergency protection, you must reach a clear understanding with the guard or any other competent person as to which lines that person will protect. True or false?
True.
A train accident or emergency includes what? (4 answers)
Derailment
Division
Fire
Collision
