Element 7. 1 Operate trains under altered methods of working

Question 1

TBW:

Speed during temporary block working

Answer 1

50mph or line speed if lesser

15mph over points (if first train or your first time)

Question 2

TBW:

Action prior to entering a section of line under temporary block working

Answer 2

TBW ticket (RT3184)has been issued and checked

You have received authority from hand signaller

Yellow flag has been given

TPWS is temporary isolated

Question 3

TBW:

When a temporary block working ticket is not required

Answer 3

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

Question 4

TBW:

Action if you are the first train through the section

Answer 4

Approach points at caution

15mph over all points

Ensure all points are set correctly

Do not exceed 50mph

Question 5

TBW:

Action when at the exit signal

Answer 5

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

Question 6

TBW:

Information to check on a temporary block working ticket

Answer 6

Line

Signal numbers (pass, ignore and stop)

Speed limits

Level crossings

Train number

Signaller name

Time and date

Additional information

Question 7

SLW:

How can you identify a pilotman

Answer 7

WOR - White on Red armband “Pilotman”

Question 8

SLW:

Action prior to entering the single line

Answer 8

STOP!

Correctly identify the pilotman

Receive and check the SLW ticket - RT3193

Do not move until the Pilotman has given you authority

Question 9

SLW:

When is a single line ticket required / not required

Answer 9

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

Question 10

SLW:

Speed when travelling over the single line

Answer 10

Wrong direction: 50mph or line speed if lesser

Right Direction: Line speed

Question 11

SLW:

Where will the driver receive hand signals

Answer 11

At the end of the SLW if there is no other signal or PLS is not visible

Question 12

SLW:

Action of the driver of the first train

Answer 12

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

Question 13

SLW:

What will a driver do with the single line ticket when clear of a single line

Answer 13

Write CANCEL on the ticket and hand to Pilotman

If no Pilotman, write CANCEL and hand in at end of shift

Question 14

SLW:

Occasions when a single line ticket is not required

Answer 14

1) Assisting failed train
2) Evacuating passengers from failed train
3) Rescue a divided train
4) Rescue a train moved without authority

Question 15

Arrangements for notifying a driver of temporary and emergency speed restrictions

Answer 15

1) WON section A temporary speed restrictions
2) Late notice case
3) GSMR - General broadcast
4) Driver handover/Email

Question 16

Methods used to advise a driver that altered methods of working are in operation

Answer 16

1) WON section B
2) When booking on
3) Late notice case
4) Driver handover

Question 17

Actions and considerations if rushed or if you are unsure of something

Answer 17

1) Slow down, take your time
2) Ask for advice from competent people
3) Rushing leads to incidents, accidents and errors.

Question 18

Situations where a signal can be passed at danger with authority

Answer 18

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

Question 19

Actions and consideration when requested to make a wrong direction move not controlled by fixed signals

Answer 19

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

Question 20

Locations of your route where bi-directional working is permitted

Answer 20

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

Question 21

Methods used to dispatch a train when there is a failure of mirrors and monitors

Answer 21

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)

Question 22

Methods of dispatching trains safely if a starting signal and/or associated equipment have failed

Answer 22

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.

Question 23

Layout of engineer’s possessions, signs and staff involved

Answer 23

Signal
----(signaller)
<>STOP &amp; DETS
----(picop)
WorkSiteMarker Board
----(SWL or ES)
WorkSiteMarker Board
----(picop)
<>STOP &amp; DETS
----(signaller)
Signal

<>Possession<>

Question 24

Action required when the line is flooded?

When must you stop the train?

Answer 24

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

Question 25

Speed when the line is flooded

Answer 25

1) Up to bottom of rail head: Normal working
2) Up to top of rail head: 5mph
3) If above rail head: Follow signaller/controls instructions
4) If water is moving fast: Wait for instructions.

Question 26

Action required when there is a build up of snow on the line

Answer 26

1) Conduct a running brake test.

2) Stop train immediately and report it to the signaller if it affects safety.

Question 27

Depth of snow that shall be reported to signaller

Answer 27

20cm (200mm) above the rail head