Module SS1

Question 1

Definition

Permissive working?

Answer 1

Permissive working allows more than one train at a time to be on the same permissive platform

Question 2

Safety at station platforms
Moving a train before station work is complete
What are your actions?

Answer 2

Must have signaller permission to make any movement towards a signal at danger
Tell guard and person in charge of despatch that you have signaller permission
Make sure all doors are closed
Tell the signaller when the movement is complete

Question 3

Safety at station platforms
Moving a train where permissive platform working is authorised.
What are your actions?

Answer 3

On a permissive platform line you must not allow any further movement after the train has come to a stand other than for coupling or uncoupling unless one of the following applies:
A signal is cleared for the movement
Yes movement is authorised by the signaller
The train has received a movement authority to proceed beyond the next end of authority.

Question 4

Train despatch
Checking the platform starting signal
Before you start your train, you must check that one of the following applies?

Answer 4

The platform starting signal (if there is one) or associated banner repeater is showing a proceed aspect or an associated OFF indicator is illuminated.
You have received an MA to clear the platform
Yoj have the signallers permission to pass a signal at danger

Question 5

Train despatch
Ready to start signal
On receiving a ready to start signal what are your actions?

Answer 5

Check that the platform starting signal is showing a proceed aspect. If not you require the signallers permission to move.
Should also check the traction interlock light is illuminated