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OHS Flashcards

1
Q

On road vehicles carrying dangerous goods, what colour are Flammable, Explosive and Asphyxiating signs?

A

Flammable = red
Explosive = orange
Asphyxiating = green

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2
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On road vehicles carrying dangerous goods, where are emergency information panels placed?

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On trucks – front of both sides and once on rear.

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3
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On road vehicles carrying dangerous goods, where are the dangerous goods documents kept?

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Driver’s side door pocket

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4
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How does a driver protect adjoining lines after an incident? (7)

A
  1. Make REC call to warn drivers in area
  2. Display red marker lights
  3. Flick hi-beams on and off
  4. Short, sharp whistles
  5. Display red flag at front of train
  6. Fit Emergency Jumper Cable (if overhead intact)
  7. Use Track Warning Devices
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5
Q

What is the main issue with lowering pantograph on Comeng in emergencies?

A

It will open saloon doors

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6
Q

When can an emergency evacuation of a train take place?

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  1. When the danger of a situation demands immediate evacuation
  2. Outside MURL if a train can’t be moved to the platform in under 30 minutes
  3. Within the MURL if a train can’t be moved to the platform within 15 minutes.

2 and 3 require Metrol permission

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7
Q

What is the maximum time a driver has to Apply Fault Finding procedures with Reactive Track Access?

A

MURL - 10 minutes
Non-MURL - 25 minutes

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8
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What is the minimum number of MTM employees needed to evacuate a train?

A

4

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9
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What is the primary role of a train driver?

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Safety of the train and passengers

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10
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When are Fault Warning Notices used and where are they placed?

A

Used when a defect is found that impacts the safe operation of a train.

Placed in two end cabs, incl. fault warning stickers for speedometers.

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11
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Who is an incident report submitted to and where is it submitted?

A

To Depot Manager in the Correspondence Box.

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12
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Under the OHS act 2004, employees are responsible for: (6)

A
  1. Carrying out work safely for yourself and others
  2. Don’t interfere with safe operation of equipment
  3. Wear appropriate PPE
  4. Reporting injury and illness
  5. report faulty equipment
  6. Following safety instructions
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13
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What are leading causes of injury as train drivers?

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  1. Slips, trips and falls
  2. Utilising wheelchair ramps
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14
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Who does a train driver report injuries to?

A

Duty Managero

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15
Q

When is a driver required to wear their PPE?
(boots and high-vis)

A

When accessing the rail corridor, within sidings, yards and when tracks are crossed

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16
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When must you report hazards?

A

immediately

17
Q

If a driver has an incident, when must the appropriate paperwork be filled out and submitted?

A

Prior to the completion of your shift

18
Q

What form does a driver use to report faults found on a train preparation or during running?

A

Train Malfunction Message.

19
Q

When transmitting a Train Malfunction Message, what two details do the Train Controller give the driver?

A
  • Fault category
  • Fault reference number
20
Q

After transmitting a TMM, who does a driver contact should they believe a fault category to be insufficient?

A

Principal Driver Help Desk

21
Q

What is the function of an interim site coordinator? (4)

A
  1. Understand nature of emergency and ensure people are removed from danger
  2. Ensure appropriate emergency services are notified
  3. Maintain communication with Metrol
  4. Get assistance from other personnel
22
Q

Who can relieve a driver of being the Interim Site Coordinator?

A

Police and Fire (not ambos)

23
Q

On case of fire on train, no matter how small, when should Metrol be notified?

A

ASAP

24
Q

What to do in case of needlestick injury? (5)

A
  1. Wash area with soap and water
  2. Report to Duty Manager
  3. Go to doctor
  4. Fill out paperwork
  5. Go on needlestick register
25
Q

What do you need to enter a confined space, and how are they signalled?

A

A confined space entry permit – signalled by sign saying Danger, Confined Space

26
Q

What does the orange and black striped diamond with ‘Dangerous Goods’ written signify?

A

Mixed loads – multiple dangerous goods

27
Q

On trains, where is Dangerous Goods Documentation kept?

A

In white vinyl bag with red lettering marked Dangerous Goods Documentation, kept in lead cab

28
Q

On trains, where are dangerous goods Emergency Information Panels located?

A

Opposite diagonal ends of train

Metro Traineeship (32 decks)

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