Element 11 Preset Questions

Question 1

In the event of a DSD, or DVD failure on a Unit what must you do

Answer 1

You must ride with the Driver for the remainder of the journey being prepared to apply the Emergency Brake

Question 2

In the event of a DSD, or DVD failure on a Unit what would the driver confirm with you

Answer 2

What equipment was isolated and how to stop the train in an emergency

Question 3

Whilst travelling with the Driver during the failure of DSD, or DVD equipment and the Driver becomes incapacitated what action should you take

Answer 3

Immediately bring the train to a stand by applying the emergency brake, and then advise the signaller immediately of the circumstances.

Question 4

Whilst travelling with the Driver during the failure of DSD, or DVD equipment and you require to communicate with the Driver for other than an emergency situation, when would you do this

Answer 4

Wait until the train was at a stand and then speak to the Driver.

Question 5

In the event of the AWS or TPWS being isolated what conditions must apply before the train can proceed.

Answer 5

A competent person must ride with the Driver (excluding Guards) being prepared to apply the emergency brake, or the train to run at 40mph to suitable location where the train can be taken out of service