Preparation and Movement of Trains- Module TW1

Question 1

If there is a broken rail or broken fishplates, and you have been advised by the signaller, how should you proceed?

Answer 1

you must proceed at no more than the speed the signaller tells you

Question 2

If the signaller has told you to proceed over a bridge after a report of a bridge strike, how should you proceed?

Answer 2

you must proceed at no more than the speed the signaller tells you

You must increase your speed until your whole train passed beyond the bridge concerned

Question 3

If an overline bridge has been struck, and you have been asked the check the bridge before passing under it, what are your actions?

Answer 3

• stop the train before passing under the bridge
• check for any obvious damage, including debris on the line
• tell the signaller whether the line appears to be safe for the passage of trains
• when passing under the bridge- must not 5mph

Question 4

What are the classification of trains?

Answer 4

1- Express passenger trains or assisting trains (1Z99)
2- ordinary passenger trains 
3,4,6-9- Freight
5- Empty coach stock train
0- light loco

Question 5

What are a drivers actions if asked to examine the line?

Answer 5

• reach a clear understanding with the signaller as of which portion of line to be examined
• proceed over affected portion at caution
• carry out any instructions

if travelling over suspect track defect- must not exceed 20mph

Question 6

What are a drivers actions if asked to examine the line in a tunnel or poor visibility?

Answer 6

• must be accompanied by a competent person (if one is immediately available)
• if no competent person- must not exceed 10mph

Question 7

What is the definition of permissive working?

Answer 7

Permissive working allows a second train to be signalled onto a running line that is already occupied, so that more than one train at a time can be on the same line on a Signal/Block section or dead end platform

Question 8

What document will show if permissive working is authorised?

Answer 8

Sectional appendix

Question 9

What situations might put trains in danger, (and instructions to be carried out accordingly)?

Answer 9

• an obstruction on the line which could cause danger to other trains
• a cow, bull or other large animal within the boundary fence (even it is not an immediate danger to trains)
• any other animal on or near the line which could be a danger to trains
• something wrong with another train

Question 10

In what situations must you sound the warning horn

Answer 10

• to give a warning to anyone on or near a running line - [High & Low tone]
• to give an urgent warning to anyone on or dangerously near the line: (who does not acknowledge the warning, or appear to move clear out of the way of the train)- series of short, urgent warnings- [High Tone]
• within a possession- when starting your train when making any movement within a possession
• when passing a whistle board- between hours of 0600 & 2359 [Low Tone]
• wrong direction movements- a series of short blasts at frequent intervals [High Tone]

Question 11

What are the different levels of rail adhesion?

Answer 11

• GOOD - rail adhesion conditions are good
• EXPECTED - rail adhesion is no worse than would be expected for the location and environmental conditions
• REPORTABLE - rail adhesion is worse than would be expected for the location and environmental conditions

Question 12

What personal equipment must you have when on duty?

Answer 12

• a handlamp
• high visibility clothing
• a watch
• up to date notices for all lines over which you are required to work
• any other equipment as shown in your train company instructions