Final Exam #2 - Speed Restrictions

Question 1

Describe where an Outer Speed Board is placed, its function and where the C & T Boards are placed:

Answer 1

• The Outer Speed Board is placed 1550 metres from the defective area, displaying a temporary speed of 40 km/h.
• The C ‘Commencement’ Board is placed 50 metres prior to the defective area.
• The T ‘Termination’ Board is placed 50 metres after the defective area.

Question 2

Describe your actions when coming up to, and passing through the defective area:

Answer 2

• Proceed cautiously, making sure your train is at the required speed of 40 km/h before reaching the C Board.
• Maintain 40 km/h while travelling through the defective area.
• Not to exceed 40 km/h until your train is clear of the T “Termination” Board.

Question 3

Who should you contact to check if HEATS are on, and what should you do when passing through a heat restriction?

Answer 3

• Contact Train Control between 1000 and 2000 hours.
• Confirm if the heat restrictions are on.
• Proceed cautiously, not to exceed 40 km/h until completely clear of the T (small H) Board.

Question 4

If you come across a speed restriction area, but there are no boards, what should you do?

Answer 4

• Not to exceed the speed as indicated on the TSR notice.
• Advise TC of the missing boards.