Element 6 Prepare Trains For Service Flashcards
If you are required to go onto the line and prepare a Unit what safety requirements must you observe to ensure your own safety
You must be in possession of your PTS and SCWID cards. You must wear your H.V. Vest and keep to authorised walking points
When preparing a Multiple Unit train for service what must you check in the Vestibule of each vehicle
Check that the Door Control Panels are locked, also check that the Emergency Equipment Cupboards have the correct equipment and are locked
When preparing a Multiple Unit train at a Maintenance Depot, you found a door which was isolated, what action would you take
De-Isolate the door and check to see if it was working properly
When preparing a Multiple Unit train at a Maintenance Depot, you found a door which had been isolated and was inoperative, what action would you take
You must Report the Defect immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor and arrange for the Defect to be attended to, an entry must be made in the Vehicle Repair Book
Would you bring a Multiple Unit train into service from a Maintenance Depot with a door isolated
No, it must be attended to at the Maintenance Depot
When preparing a Multiple Unit train for service what would you check in the Intermediate Cabs
Check that the Door Control Switches are switched off. Check for any Defect, check the Defect Repair Book and make sure that the Cabs are secure
When preparing a Multiple Unit train for service, what would you check in the Cab of the Unit
Check that the Unit/Cab had Detonators and Red Flags also check that there are Track Circuit Operating Clips. Check that the Fire Extinguisher is fit for use. Check the Defect/Repair Book for any defects, also set up NRN Radio for use
When preparing a Multiple Unit train for service what would you be checking inside each Passenger Compartment
Check that there are no Defects in Heating or Lighting.
Check that the Toilets are clean and tidy and fit for use.
Check that the Emergency Tool Cupboards are locked and sealed.
Also check that the Fire Extinguishers are fit for use.
Check that no Pass-Coms have been activated check for ScotRail safety notices
What is the Bell/Buzzer Code for testing doors
3 - 2 - 1
When a Door Test is being carried out does the Bell/Buzzer Code 3 - 2 - 1 have to be acknowledged by the Driver
No
When preparing a Multiple Unit train for service what would you check at the rear of the train
Check that the Tail Lights are illuminated.
Check that the Destination Screen is illuminated and showing the correct destination.
Check that the End Gangway Door is locked and secured
If preparing a train for service at a Depot or Stabling point describe the procedure you would undertake for identifying the location of the unit?
Speak to the Yard Shunter or Chargeman in order to clarify exact location of unit to be prepared
How would you carry out a Power Operated Door Test on a Class 15X & 170/4 Unit at a Depot.
Release all the doors on both sides of the train by using the Door Control Panels at one end of the train. Open the adjacent doors by use of the Local Door Switches and then walk through the train opening and closing all the doors by use of the Passenger door buttons also check that the Orange Hazard Lights on the outside of the train are illuminated. Return to the Door Control Panels and close the doors, then check that the Door Interlock has been made by use of the Bell/Buzzer Communication
