Generic Flashcards
What runs on 1500v DC?
Traction Motors
Motor Alternators
Compressor
What is the max entry speed into a platform?
55kmh
What is the max speed into a terminal platform?
25kmh
For a smooth stop in Comeng how many kpa?
Less than 120kpa
How fast should you be going at approx 400m from a platform?
80kmh
If you apply emergency brake when can it be released?
The controller handle must remain in emergency position until the train has come to a stand
What do you do once the train has come to a stand?
Switch the reverser to
off / Comeng
Neutral / XTrap, Siemens
How can the PA be accessed?
DDU - direct link for auto announcements (driven through TDN once entered)
DTRS
Standalone Manual PA microphone
What is the preferred method for making PA announcements?
Through standalone system
How do you make effective PA announcements?
Clear
Concise
Needed information
Not too brief
Avoid railway jargon
When do you avoid PA announcements?
During safety critical times. Only make announcements when safe to do so
On failure of Auto announcements when do drivers have to make announcements?
Junction stations
Express running
Terminal stations
What does a pre-departure announcement consist of?
At least 30 seconds prior to scheduled departure announce destination and stopping conditions.
What altered running conditions require announcements?
Stopping condition have been changed (eg, no longer running express)
When train is transposed at FFS
During delays when does a driver make announcements?
When a delay of up to 2 mins occurs
At intervals of 5 mins or less
What do you do if PA equipment is defective?
Make manual announcements
Use DTRS as secondary measure
Attempt to reset the system
When the PEI is pressed how long does the call remain active?
90 seconds
If a PEI call times out what should a driver do?
Use PA to ascertain reason for the call
When should you respond to a PEI call?
Only when safe to do so, but as a matter of urgency
When do you use Full Cab Unattended procedure?
When you leave the vicinity of the cab:
Special needs passenger past rear of first saloon door
Fault finding outside of vicinity of cab
Any other duty outside vicinity of cab
What is the Full Cab Unattended process?
Advise passengers
Advise TC
Secure train from unauthorised movement
Secure cab from unauthorised entry
Perform duties. Take portable DTRS with you
Return to cab
When do you use Modified Cab Unattended procedure?
Used when you remain within the vicinity (3m) of the cab
- assisting special needs pass
- when platform infrastructure cannot be
viewed
- inspecting front of train
- other duties as required
What is the Modified Cab Unattended procedure?
Advise passengers
Secure train from unauthorised movement
Perform duties
Return to cab
When doing a train prep where do you start?
From the motor car which the train will be driven from
What warning devices do you look out for before prepping a train?
Flags
Tags (Men at work tag in lead motor)
Banners (safety banners)
Downer LOCKED OUT padlock or clasp
Downer cab blind MAINTENANCE banner
What do you do if you see a yellow cleaner’s flag on the train you need to prep?
Put flag in secondary holder or on ground directly below flag holder
Start Prep
Inform cleaners of time train is leaving
Release the doors after raising pantographs to allow for exit
(call fleet control if no cleaner present)
What are the reasons for Metro Business Risk?
Danger of approaching or passing trains
Limited access
Absence of screenings or walkways
Trackside obstacles
Trains stabled on platforms do not require platform side to be prepared
What are the prep times for HCMT?
Post Maintenance - NA
Mainline Prep - 40 mins
Pre-movement/Revenue - 20 mins
Pre-departure - 3 mins
What are the prep times for 6 car trains?
Post Maintenance - 60 mins
Mainline Prep - 37 mins
Pre-movement/Revenue - 18 mins
Pre-departure - 3 mins
What are the prep times for 3 car trains?
Post Maintenance - 30 mins
Mainline Prep - 20 mins
Pre-movement/Revenue - 10 mins
Pre-departure - 3 mins
What information is included on the docking sheet?
Yard/Siding
Siding No.
Dock Time
TD No.
Motor No’s
Post-Maintenance prep req (if req)
When is a Post Maintenance prep done?
After:
Full scheduled maintenance exam in workshop
Undergoing major repairs ex-collision
Safety critical equipment or brake failure repairs
When is a Mainline Prep done?
Prior to train entering the mainline or revenue service for the first time each day
When is a Revenue Prep done?
Prior to train entering the mainline for revenue service when the train has previously received a Post Maintenance or Mainline Prep earlier that day.
What is a Pre-Movement Prep?
Same as a Revenue Prep except the Trip isn’t included.
When a train is being moved within a workshop/yard/siding
What does a driver carry during a train prep?
Portable DTRS with TDN inserted
All keys
TMM Book
Torch
Appropriate PPE
Pen
What do you do if you find a fault during a train prep?
Identify, rectify and/or isolate
Report to TC via a TMM
Don’t cause delays attempting to rectify if category is Serious or Maintenance
When prepping in Newport Yard who do you contact when ready to go?
If Newport yard coordinator is on duty contact them.
If not contact Newport Signal Box
When are station staff responsible for detraining passengers?
At FSS
Shuttle services
When train is shunting in the same direction
When driver is ROE
When are Drivers responsible for detraining passengers?
When train is shunting in opposite direction to arrival
When stabling at a platform
Under Driver in Charge conditions (NA)
What are driver responsibilities whether station staff are assisting or not?
Make PA announcement
Scan through CCTV cameras
Make further announcements or use DDU automated announcement
Wait for All Right hand signal.
Close doors
Wait for proceed aspect
If you find a passenger still on the train what do yo do?
Guide them to disembark via the nearest cab door.
Contact TC/ PSO’s if uncooperative
What are the different ways a driver may be informed of the need to stable a train?”
Indicated on roster/slip
Informed by DAO
Informed by TC via DTRS
How long are you given to stable a train?
Six/Seven Cars - 8 mins
Three Cars - 4 mins
When stabling a train what must a driver do?
Ensure points set for vacant rd prior to entering
Stop next to edge of yellow marked path
If no path - 1-2m from baulks/stabled train
Stop 1-2m short of fouling point on open ended sidings
Exit from B side of cab and walk in clockwise direction or through saloon
Check equipment as you walk
What equipment are you checking as you walk the length or the train?
Missing/damaged brake blocks
Trip cables, trip, couplers, hoses
Graffiti/vandalism/broken windows
Unsecured equipment or other faults
Signs of air leaks
Ensure train is in clear or any adjacent track
Once completed stabling procedure what do you do?
Notify Fleet Control of the Siding, Track and Motor numbers of the consist
Notify TC or any defects identified
What do you do if stabling trains at temps above 25 degrees?
Leave pantos raised
Leave AC on
AC vents open
Blinds lowered
Cab and saloon doors closed
What are the two different types of train divides?
D.A.P.
D.I.Y.
How many people are involved in dividing/attaching trains?
When at a platform always 2
When in a yard can be done with 1
During the ‘attach’ what is the assisting drivers role?
Ensure all staff are clear
Ensure both units are ready for the attach
Give ease up and stop hand signal
After the ‘attach’ what is the Attaching Drivers role?
Perform continuity test
Turn on saloon lights
Release saloon doors
Perform full unattended procedure and proceed to leading motor to set up cab for departure
What are checks that can be done for attaching when safe to do so?
Main Res pipe end cocks are open
Brake pipe end cocks are open
Electrical switch is in electrical pos.
Coupler mouthpieces are in good condition
The couplers are in good condition
What are the two sub-units that perform different functions on VICERS?
Vigilance Control System
Event Recording System
What voltage does VICERS run on?
110 v DC
What equipment will reset the timing cycle on VICERS?
Whistle
Master Controller (power or brake)
Acknowledgement button
What is the timing of the VICERS acknowledgement button?
Flashing light - 5 seconds
Buzzer sound - after further 5 seconds
if not acknowledged emergency brakes will apply
How long does the battery back up system keep VICERS working?
5 minutes
How does VICERS stop a Comeng?
The V.A.V. (Vicers Activation Valve) is open and brake pipe pressure is exhausted out to apply emergency brake
If Emergency Brake is activated how do you reset VICERS?
Bring the train to a stand
Wait for 10 seconds
Push VICERS Acknowledge Button
Recharge the Brake Pipe (Comeng) or Reset the Safety Loop (Siemens, XTrap, HCMT)
How do you isolate VICERS?
The Key Switch
Operate - for normal operation
Isolate - for isolation during a defect
Test - to initiate Driver’s test
Drivers key is blue and enables driver to isolate or test. A Pink maintenance key is required to turn back to operate
When using High Beams, when should you put them to Low?
When stopping at a station
On viewing an approaching train until leading cabs have passed each other
Standing - within station limits
Outside of High Beam areas when can high beams be used?
LVX incidents and accidents
Trespassers encroaching adjoining tracks
Derailments
Warning track workers is whistle defective
When train out of control
What is the definition of a long whistle?
The sound of the whistle should be distinct, with intensity, duration or repetition appropriate to the distance at which the warning is required to be heard.
What are the whistle codes?
1 - Attention
2 - Proceed - safe to move forward
3 - Set back
4 - Recall CE to front
One short - One long - fire on adjacent line
When do you report late running?
When you are 3 minutes or more late.
When small delays accrue to 3 minutes
Make further reports in increments of 3 minutes.
When running empty cars and faced with restrictive aspects what speed should you travel at?
40kmh
or
half the designated track speed.
