Emergency Special Working (ESW) Flashcards

1
Q

What is Emergency Special Working

A

A method of working that allows trains to move during signalling failure

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2
Q

Where can ESW be used

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It only applies to double track lines fitted with Track Circuit Block regulations

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3
Q

What’s the difference between ESW and TBW

A

ESW driver communicates directly with the signaller,
No hand signaller, instead an ESW ticket is used

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4
Q

What does an “End of ESW” sign look like

A

Yellow sign with black EW diagonally crossed in red

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5
Q

When must you carry an NR3190 Emergency Special Working ticket

A

Always, must be completed by driver at entrance signal

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6
Q

What happens at the ESW entrance signal

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You’ll call the signaller before you enter the section and complete the ESW ticket.
The signaller with pass you the instructions for you to complete the ESW ticket
Operate the TPWS temporary isolation switch

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7
Q

What speed must you go through the ESW section

A

50 mph and 15 mph over points, crossings etc

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8
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What must you do at the end of ESW signal

A

Stop, there will be no hand signaller but should be a sign
Reinstate TPWS
Contact signaller, let them know you’ve arrived
Cancel your ESW ticket
Follow any signaller instructions

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9
Q

Does ESW replace TBW

A

No

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10
Q

Who authorises ESW

A

Network rail

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11
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Who decides what counts as an “easily identifiable” location for the exit signal

A

Network Rails, competent person

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12
Q

What happens if you don’t have an ESW ticket

A

Signaller will authorise you to pass each signal one by one

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