Element 7. 1 Operate trains under altered methods of working Flashcards
TBW:
Speed during temporary block working
50mph or line speed if lesser
15mph over points (if first train or your first time)
TBW:
Action prior to entering a section of line under temporary block working
TBW ticket (RT3184)has been issued and checked
You have received authority from hand signaller
Yellow flag has been given
TPWS is temporary isolated
TBW:
When a temporary block working ticket is not required
Assist a failed train
Evacuate passengers from a failed train
Removing a portion of a divided train
Remove a train that has proceeded without authority
TBW:
Action if you are the first train through the section
Approach points at caution
15mph over all points
Ensure all points are set correctly
Do not exceed 50mph
TBW:
Action when at the exit signal
STOP! Do not pass signal even if it has cleared
Hand ticket back to 2nd hand signaller
Receive authority to pass signal at danger from hand signaller
Reinstate the TPWS
TBW:
Information to check on a temporary block working ticket
Line
Signal numbers (pass, ignore and stop)
Speed limits
Level crossings
Train number
Signaller name
Time and date
Additional information
SLW:
How can you identify a pilotman
WOR - White on Red armband “Pilotman”
SLW:
Action prior to entering the single line
STOP!
Correctly identify the pilotman
Receive and check the SLW ticket - RT3193
Do not move until the Pilotman has given you authority
SLW:
When is a single line ticket required / not required
Required at all times unless:
Assist a failed train
Evacuate passengers from a failed train
Removing a portion of a divided train
Remove a train that has proceeded without authority
SLW:
Speed when travelling over the single line
Wrong direction: 50mph or line speed if lesser
Right Direction: Line speed
SLW:
Where will the driver receive hand signals
At the end of the SLW if there is no other signal or PLS is not visible
SLW:
Action of the driver of the first train
Proceed at caution towards points
Check all points are set correctly
15mph over point
Stop and advise persons near the line that SLW is in progress
If Pilotman is present, follow his instructions when to stop
SLW:
What will a driver do with the single line ticket when clear of a single line
Write CANCEL on the ticket and hand to Pilotman
If no Pilotman, write CANCEL and hand in at end of shift
SLW:
Occasions when a single line ticket is not required
1) Assisting failed train
2) Evacuating passengers from failed train
3) Rescue a divided train
4) Rescue a train moved without authority
Arrangements for notifying a driver of temporary and emergency speed restrictions
1) WON section A temporary speed restrictions
2) Late notice case
3) GSMR - General broadcast
4) Driver handover/Email
Methods used to advise a driver that altered methods of working are in operation
1) WON section B
2) When booking on
3) Late notice case
4) Driver handover
Actions and considerations if rushed or if you are unsure of something
1) Slow down, take your time
2) Ask for advice from competent people
3) Rushing leads to incidents, accidents and errors.
Situations where a signal can be passed at danger with authority
1) Assist a failed train
2) Evacuate passengers from a failed train
3) Rescue a portion of a divided train
4) Rescue a train which proceeded without authority
5) Defective signals
6) In an emergency
7) TBW, SLW and Possession
Actions and consideration when requested to make a wrong direction move not controlled by fixed signals
1) Do not move until authorised by signaller.
2) Ask why it is being done
3) Ask how far you need to go
4) Proceed at caution
Locations of your route where bi-directional working is permitted
1) Shenfield all platforms except 3
2) Brentwood DE
3) Gidea Park DE and UE
4) Romford DE and UM
4) Ilford Plt 1, 3 and 4
5) Seven Kings UE and DE
6) Forest Gate Junction to Carpenters Road South Junction (Bow junction for DM)
7) UTM and DTM
Methods used to dispatch a train when there is a failure of mirrors and monitors
1) Contact Signaller and report it
2) Make a PA announcement
3) Secure the cab
4) Close doors from middle cab (depending on field of view)
Methods of dispatching trains safely if a starting signal and/or associated equipment have failed
1) Signal failure: Contact signaller, await instructions and authority.
2) CDRA failure: Contact signaller to report. Plan dispatch with station staff.
3) Use arm or baton signals; ensure clear understanding with station staff.
Layout of engineer’s possessions, signs and staff involved
Signal ----(signaller) <>STOP & DETS ----(picop) WorkSiteMarker Board ----(SWL or ES) WorkSiteMarker Board ----(picop) <>STOP & DETS ----(signaller) Signal
<>Possession<>
Action required when the line is flooded?
When must you stop the train?
1) Report to the signaller
2) Stop train if:
- Water is up to the bottom of the railhead or higher
- The water is moving
- The water has moved the ballast
