Managing Incidents

Question 1

When preserving evidence after an accident, what is your priority to do? (5) SPECM

Answer 1

1. Secure the train.
2. Protect the line.
3. Electricity switched off.
4. Call the emergency services.
5. Make sure public and personnel are safe.

Question 2

You must not disturb evidence unless you are told by who? (4)

Answer 2

1. RIO
2. Police officer
3. Rail accident investigation branch RAIB
4. Any other senior investigator

Question 3

What must you do if you are told about a body on or near the line? (3)

Answer 3

1. Find out the location of the body in relation to running lines.
2. If necessary, arrange for emergency switch off of electric traction current.
3. Tell operations control.

Question 4

When may you allow trains to proceed after a report of a body on the line? (3)

Answer 4

1. Been told that the body is clear of the line.
2. The body can’t be struck by a passing train.
3. The body parts are unrecognisable.

Question 5

When may you allow trains to proceed after recognisable body parts are on the line?

Answer 5

If in a position that cannot be seen by passengers on a passing train