Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Tom 231 > General Duties > Flashcards

General Duties Flashcards

1
Q

If the Metro Go app is not working, how do you sign on?

A

Call Sign On DAO
State:
Name
Employee No.
Sign on time
Shift no.
Any other relevant information (OJT etc)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

If a driver is unfit for work, how much notice must they give? (If practicable)

A

2 hours

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

All train faults are reported to…

A

Train Controller Metrol

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

If you fail to sign on and cannot be contacted what will you be marked as?

A

AWOL (Absent Without Leave)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What are 3 important things you should do for passenger safety?

A
  1. Properly release saloon doors (push door button for 2 seconds)
  2. Don’t prematurely close the door on passengers/belongings
  3. Don’t depart trains ahead of schedule
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What legislation is a driver required to comply with under Duty of Care?

A
  1. OHS Act 2004
  2. Transport Act (Section 29)
  3. 1994 Book of Rules and Operating Procedures
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is a driver Duty of Care?

A
  • Safety to themselves
  • Safety to the public
  • Safety to their colleagues
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What day does the wall sheet for the next week come out?

A

Thursday

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What 4 roster books are available?

A

1. Monday - Thursday Depot and Outstation (separate books)
2. Friday Depot and Outstation (separate books)
3. Saturday Depot and Outstation (combines)
4. Sunday Depot and Outstation (combines)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Why is the roster book an essential tool?

A

Allows the driver to be at work on time and be aware of allocated work throughout the day.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What are Duty Managers responsible for?

A
  1. Co-ordinating injury management
  2. Managing drivers after traumatic events and incidents
  3. Management presence out of hours
  4. Portable Radio defects or lost/stolen
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What is a DAO responsible for?

A
  1. Allocating drivers to trains
  2. Reallocate drivers when there are disruptions on the network
  3. Inform drivers of altered runs or platform changes
  4. Implement roster and shift changes at short notice
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

If your relief driver isn’t in place when you arrive, who do you contact?

A

The DAO

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

As a relieving driver, what is important for you to do when taking over a train?

A
  1. Handover with driver (if changing at same end)
  2. Be in position at the correct time/location
  3. Inspect TMM and Cab Notices
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

When visibility is poor, how must drivers approach fixed signals?

A

Assume signal is at safest position (danger) until ascertaining otherwise

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What is the one exception for unauthorised stops?

A

Letting off Track Maintenance Inspectors between stations

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q
A
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

Who’s responsibility is it to ensure the correct route is set at a junction?

A

The Driver

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

After X (amount of minutes), late running must be reported to Train Control @ Metrol.

A

X = 3 Minutes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

How many seconds before departure can you start STDS?

A

15 seconds

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

If the signal at the station is at danger 15 seconds before departure, what must be done?

A

Contact the signaller to make immediate enquiries as to the reason for the delay.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

What are the dangers of running empty car services?

A
  1. Restrictive signal aspects
  2. Potential for PAE
  3. Pedestrians and vehicles unaware of unscheduled service
  4. Potential for loss of concentration
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

When station staff are clearing the train of passengers, how will they signal the train is clear?

A

All right hand signal

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

When does the driver clear the train?

A
  1. Changing ends and shunting in opposite directions
  2. Stabling at a platform (unattended)
  3. Train related fault (eg. Critical fault and no station staff available)
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
Q

When do station staff clear the trains?

A
  1. At FSS
  2. Locations where train will be departing in same direction
  3. Or the driver of the arriving train is relieved at the opposite end
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
26
Q

What 5 steps does a driver take to clear the train?

A
  1. PA System
  2. Check CCTV
  3. Auto Announcement
  4. Close doors
  5. Walk length of train
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
27
Q

What steps do drivers take when station staff are clearing the train?

A
  1. PA system
  2. CCTV
  3. Auto Announcement
  4. Wait for All Right hand signal from station staff
  5. Close doors
28
Q

What does PAE stand for?

A

Proceed Authority Exceeded

29
Q

How can the driver confirm they are operating to the scheduled timetable?

A

By the departure time in the DDU (Driver Display Unit)

30
Q

What signals should drivers pay attention to?

A

Fixed Signals
hand Signals
ATWS (Detonators)
Flag Signals

31
Q

When going around a curve or diverges, what should a driver do?

A

Observe in the mirrors that the train is following safely and looking for any defects, persons or objects protruding outside the train.

32
Q

When stopped at a non scheduled platform due to a signal at STOP, what must a driver ensure?

A

That no one is attempting to board or alright before moving off, and that the signal has changed to proceed.
Also:
Marker lights to white
Reverser to neutral

33
Q

What speed, on average does a suburban stopping all station train travel at?

A

40km/h

34
Q

What speed should a driver running empty cars proceed at? (Following trains)

A

Slightly reduced speed until restrictive aspects are encountered.
Then reduce speed to 40km/h or half track speed.

35
Q

When driving empty car and not following a train (the track is clear) what speed should the driver travel at?

A

When signals are consistently Clear Normal Speed the driver may travel at or near track speed.
But be aware that upcoming signs may display a different aspect.

36
Q

When running empty car around stations/pedestrian crossing and level crossings, what can be used to reduce the risk of an accident?

A

Long whistle, high beam headlights and a reduction in speed.

37
Q

When stopped at a station or at a signal fixed at STOP/DANGER, the driver must…

A
  1. Ensure the train brakes are applied
  2. Ensure the marker lights are set to white
  3. Place the Reverser to Off/Neutral
38
Q

What does a yellow stopping mark mean?

A

Up train

39
Q

What does a white stopping mark mean?

A

Down train

40
Q

What does STDS stand for?

A

S - Signal
T - Time
D - Departure checks
S - Signal/Second look

41
Q

When leaving a station, if you become aware of any dangerous situation or a STOP hand signal what must a driver do?

A

The driver must stop the train with the Emergency Brake.
Do not depart until receipt of alright hand signal or instructed by TC

42
Q

When platform staff are assisting with departure, how do they let you know the doors can be closed?

A

All Right Signal

43
Q

Once saloon doors have been closed for departure, what are the two reasons they can be reopened?

A

Dangerous/Emergency situation
The train whistle is defective

44
Q

If you cannot see the full length of the train and there is no viewing infrastructure, what procedure is used?

A

Platform Departure (Procedure A64455)
Platform Viewing Infrastructure - Not Viewable

45
Q

Which procedure is used if you are assisting a passenger with special needs at the first saloon door or within 3 meters of the cab?

A

Modified Cab Unattended Procedure

46
Q

When further than 3 metres from the cab Eg. Assisting a special needs passenger at the secondary saloon doors, what procedure is required?

A

Full Can Unattended Procedure

47
Q

Can signals and signallers hold trains to schedule when the train is running early?

A

Yes, you must wait until the signal is at proceed or when authorised to pass by the signaller

48
Q

Where are white departure indicator lights found?

A

Flinders Street platform 14, Showgrounds (Up train) and Flemington Racecourse platforms 1 & 2

49
Q

If the White Departure Indicator Lights are OFF, what does this mean?

A

Train is not ready to close it’s doors or depart

50
Q

When the White Departure Indicator Lights are ON and STEADY, what does this mean?

A

Passengers have boarded, begin departure sequence (STDS)

51
Q

When the White Departure Indicator Lights change from steady to flashing, it means?

A

Emergency Stop and ascertain why it was required.
When it is safe to depart the lights will return to steady.

52
Q

If the Departure Lights are inoperative, how can the driver be advised it’s okay to begin departure sequence?

A

The station staff must give the All Right Signal from a prominent position in front of the train.

53
Q

What are the 4 Station Stopping errors?

A
  1. Overshoot
  2. Stopping Short
  3. Aborted Stop
  4. Fail to Stop
54
Q

What is the procedure for stopping Short of a platform?

A
  1. Do not release the doors until all the doors are positioned at the platform
  2. Advise passengers of situation via PA
  3. Ensure passengers on platform are clear before moving the train
  4. Sound the long whistle
  5. Move the train to the appropriate stopping mark
  6. Report the event to TC and fill in an incident report
55
Q

If you believe you will overshoot the platform, can you use the emergency brake?

A

No, you must use the normal brake unless an emergency arises.

56
Q

What is an aborted stop?

A

When you are braking coming into a platform but an overshoot is imminent.
Stop braking and proceed to the next station.
Make a PA announcement
Report to TC and fill in an incident report

57
Q

If a signal is at danger or a level crossing is unprotected and an overshoot is imminent, what should be done?

A

Every attempt is to be made to stop prior to the signal or crossing, including the use of the Emergency Brake

58
Q

What is the procedure for an overshoot?

A
  1. Do not release doors
  2. Make a PA announcement to stand clear of the doors
  3. Confirm no passengers are attempting to board or use door handles
  4. Sound long whistle
  5. Proceed to next station and stop (even if running express)
  6. Make a PA to inform customers
  7. Report to TC and fill out incident report
59
Q

What is the procedure for a Fail to Stop?

A
  1. Continue to next station (even if an express)
  2. Make a PA announcement
  3. Report to TC and fill in an incident report
60
Q

What is the procedure for an Unscheduled Station Stop?

A
  1. Make a PA announcement informing passengers of the resumption of express service
    Note: if you forget to make PA announcement you must stop at the next station and make a PA announcement
  2. Report to TC
61
Q

What is the definition of a passenger with special needs? (as defined by Transport Regulations 2005)

A

A person who, because of age, disability, illness or pregnancy has a specific need to travel in a seat

Or
The carer of a person referred to above

62
Q

Where are the primary doors on each train type?

A

Comeng/X’Trapolis - Doors 1 & 6
Siemens - Doors 1 & 4
HCMT - Doors 1 & 2

63
Q

What are the secondary doors for each train type?

A

Comeng/X’Trapolis - Doors 2 & 5
Siemens - 1 & 4 (of LCM)
HCMT - 1 & 2

64
Q

Buses are scheduled to follow the train time table however if a bus is running late trains must not be held. What is the one exception to this?

A

When it’s the last service of the night

65
Q

If a pet on the train makes a mess, who is expected to clean it up?

A

The owner

66
Q
A

Tom 231 (14 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions