Evacuating a train - M1

Question 1

Controlled evacuation:

When requesting an evacuation from the signaller, what must you also request for the protection of passesngers?

Answer 1

1) Signal protection of any affected lines

2) Emergency switch off if required

Question 2

If an emergency evacuation is taking place or is needed:

1) Who must you inform, and
2) What must you inform them?

Answer 2

1) You must inform the signaller.

2a) Request immediate signal protection of all affected lines
2b) Emergency switch off if necessary

Question 3

Emergency evacuation:

If you are unable to contact the signaller, what should you do?

Answer 3

Carry out emergency protection.

Question 4

Passenger safety:

You must decide the best way to evacuate the train safely, taking into account what?

Answer 4

1) How the passengers will be moved from the site

2) How to cross the least number of lines to reach a position of safety

Question 5

Uncontrolled evacuation:

What must you do when an uncontrolled evacuation is taking place and you are able to contact the signaller?

Answer 5

1) Request signal protection

2) Request emergency switch off (if required)

Question 6

Uncontrolled evacuation:

What must you do when an uncontrolled evacuation is taking place and the signaller can’t be contacted?

Answer 6

1) Carry out emergency protection
2) Warn passengers to remain on board
3) Warn evacuated passengers of any risks