EXAMINATION OF THE LINE Flashcards
Why might you have to carry out an examination of the line? 5 answers
Trespassers Track defects Animals Signal or track circuit failure Obstruction on the line
If instructed by the signaller to examine the line, what must you do? 3 answers
Reach a clear understanding (what portion of the line is to be examined)
Proceed over the affected area with caution
Carry out any other instructions given to you
What is important to understand about the signaller’s instructions? 4 answers
The reasons for the examination
How the movement will be started
How far the movement will go
Method and location for reporting back the results
If the affected portion of the line is within a tunnel, what speed must you not exceed?
10mph (15km)
If the examination of the line is because of a suspected track defect, what speed must you not exceed?
20mph (30km)
Where must you report the state of the affected line?
At an agreed location beyond the affected portion of the line.
What happens if the headlight has failed and there is a tunnel in the section of line you are examining?
You must not use your train to examine the line (unless a portable headlight is fitted).
When must you be accompanied by a competent person?
During darkness/poor visibility or if the affected portion of the line is within a tunnel.
Who is deemed to be a competent person you could use to examine the line with?
A guard.
