Passing Signals At Danger Under Authority Flashcards
Who can give you authority to pass a signal?
- Signaller
- Handsignaller, Pilotman or Shunter acting on the signallers instructions
What are the 2 most common reasons for passing a signal at danger?
- The signal is defective or disconnected
2. The signal cannot be cleared because of signalling or level crossing equipment has failed (track circuit defect)
What must you fully understand before passing a signal at danger?
- The reason for the movement
- Instructions apply to you and the signal your train is standing at
- How far the movement can proceed
What must you do once received instructions on passing a signal at danger?
Repeat back Instructions and confirm signal number you are required to pass
When authorised to pass a signal at danger at what speed should you proceed?
At a speed when you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear
What factors must you take into account when deciding a speed to proceed t caution?
- Weather
- Visibility
- Gradient
- Vegetation
- Weight and length and train
- lineside furniture
When passing a signal at danger what speed must you travel if single line working in the right direction?
Linespeed
When passing a signal at danger what speed must you travel if single line working in the wrong direction?
50 mph
When passing a signal at danger what speed must you travel during temporary block working?
50 mph
When passing a signal at danger what speed must you travel when single or bi-directional line working by pilotman?
Linespeed
What two flags would a hand signaller have?
Red and Yellow
What two things will a handsignaller give to you to allow you to proceed? (Entering temporary block working)
Instruction
RT3184 form
If approaching a handsignaller displaying a yellow handsignal what must you do?
Stop for instructions
