R - X Flashcards
NS-RDC…… Can you depart from any platform at the northern end of New Street? (I.e. into Holliday Street Tunnel)
No
NS-RDC…… Which letter do you require in the theatre box when departing from New Street?
G or X
NS-RDC…… What is the name of the first tunnel you go through?
Holliday Street Tunnel
NS-RDC…… How many tunnels are between New Street and Redditch?
6
Holliday Street Tunnel
Canal Tunnel
Granville Tunnel
Bath Row Tunnel
Church Road Tunnel
Pershore Road Tunnel
NS-RDC…… List all PSRs between New Street to Barnt Green…..
New Street 10, 20, 40
Five Ways 40, 50
University 60
Selly Oak 60,
Bournville 60, 45, 30 Left
Kings Norton 70
Northfield 70, 45
Longbridge 20 Right, 90, 15 Left
NS-RDC…… List all stations situated in the low adhesion area……
Five Ways
University
Selly Oak
Bournville
NS-RDC…… SY 46 between Bournville and Kings Norton (single flash yellow)….. what is the name of the Junction it protects? Where does the Number 1 indicator take you?
Lifford West Junction
Number 1 indicator takes you to Lifford East Junction on the Camp Hill Lines (no access for electric trains)
NS-RDC…… SY 44 (Junction Indicator signal) on the approach to Kings Norton….
1. What is the type of banner repeater?
2. Which of the 2 banner repeaters is required for Kings Norton station?
3. What is the name of the Junction that the signal protects?
4. What junction indicator do you require for Kings Norton station?
5. Can you take the main aspect only?
6. Max speed through the junction?
- 3 state Banner Repeater (I.e. shows green)
- Lower left aspect
- Kings Norton Station Junction
- Junction Indicator position 1 for the Down Camp Hill Line
- No (as only the Slow Lines are electrified here)
- 30mph
NS-RDC…… SY 62 at the end of Kings Norton station…… if signal is a single yellow what speed must you maintain until you reach the next signal? Could you take the Number 4 indicator?
15mph
No….. you can’t take the Number 4 indicator because that would put you on the Down Gloucester Fast Line which is not electrified
NS-RDC…… What is the name of the next station after Kings Norton?
Northfield
NS-RDC…… SY 38 approaching Northfield (2nd signal after Kings Norton)……
1. What are the risks with this signal?
2. What coping strategies would you adopt on approach to the signal?
- Read across risk with the signal on the Down Gloucester Fast Line….. signal could be obscured by freight trains at Kings Norton Depot on the LHS
- If your last signal SY62 was a single yellow then you would be travelling at max 15mph, which allows plenty of time to target fix your signal to ensure you do not read across. Make sure you observe the correct signal by checking the line identification plate (DS) which is above the signal
NS-RDC…… 1. What is the name of the station shown in the picture?
2. What is the name of the Junction
3. Maximum speed across it?
4. If your train terminates here….. what indication do you require at signal SY 26 to be routed into the reversal sidings?
5. What indication do you need to be routed towards Redditch?
- Longbridge station
- Longbridge Junction
- 20mph
- Position Lights for the reversal siding
- Main aspect with Junction Indicator position 4
NS-RDC…… SY 12 on approach into Barnt Green……
1. What is the name of the Junction it protects?
2. What indication do you need to be routed towards Redditch?
3. What is the speed over the Junction towards Barnt Green?
4. What are the risks with this signal and how would you mitigate against them?
- Barnt Green Junction
- Number 1 Junction Indicator
- 15mph
- XXXXXXXXXXX
NS-RDC…… If your train terminates at Barnt Green, can you depart for New Street from the Down Platform?
Yes
NS-RDC…… After departing from Barnt Green…. how is the line worked:
1. Between Barnt Green Single Line Junction and Alvechurch Station Junction?
2. Between Alvechurch Station Junction and Weights Lane Junction?
3. Between Weights Lane Junction and Redditch station?
- Track Circuit Block
- Track Circuit Block with axle counter detection
- One Train Working Without Staff
NS-RDC…… What are the PSRs between Barnt Green and Redditch?
Barnt Green 15, 40
Alvechurch 70, 60, 70, 50, 70, 30
NS-RDC…… SY 8 at Barnt Green….
1. If the signal fails but track circuits are operative, can you pass this signal at danger without the Pilot?
2. If the signal fails but track circuits are NOT operative, can you pass this signal at danger without the Pilot?
3. If there is a total loss of signalling between Barnt Green and Redditch, what method of working must be introduced, and which trains must be accompanied?
- Yes
- No…. the Pilot is required
- Pilot….. all trains in either direction must be accompanied
NS-RDC…… What is the name of the station shown in the photo?
Alvechurch station
NS-RDC…… Is there a predominantly rising or falling gradient between Barnt Green and Redditch?
Falling gradient
NS-RDC…… What type of signal is on approach to Redditch?
Reflectorised Fixed Distant
RDC-NS…… BB 7588 just off Redditch station…..
1. What are the risks with this signal?
2. What strategies could you adopt to mitigate the risks?
3. If the signal fails, what method of working must be introduced?
- SAS SPAD risk (I.e. you have just changed ends, running late, Guards gives you 2 on the buzzer without checking the signal first)….. there is also no AWS magnet for the signal
- Ensuring the DRA is set when getting in the cab and only pulling it off after you have done all the cab checks, rechecked the signal and given the 2 buzzer back to the Guard)
- Pilot working
RDC-NS…… List all of the PSRs between Redditch and Barnt Green…..
Redditch 30, 70, 40
Alvechurch 25, 40, 15
RDC-NS…… BB 7584 at Alvechurch station……
1. If the signal fails but track circuits are operative….. can you pass a signal at danger without a Pilot?
2. If there is a complete failure of track circuits and the signal can’t be cleared…. can you pass a signal at danger without a Pilot?
- Yes
- No
RDC-NS…… SY 9 on the Up Platform at Barnt Green……
1. Where does the Number 1 indicator take you?
2. Would you take the Number 1 indicator with an empty EMU?
3. What are the risks with this signal and how would you mitigate against them?
- Up Gloucester Slow Line
- No, as the Up Gloucester Slow Line is not electrified
- Wrong route risk…… poor adhesion approaching the signal….. SAS SPAD risk….. 6 car stop marker is very close to the signal so when you have stopped the view of the signal could be restricted….. Mitigate against these by approaching the signal with minimum power….. check the signal to ensure you are being correctly routed….. use the DRA correctly
RDC-NS…… SY 21 at the exit from Longbridge reversal sidings…… What strategies could you adopt to mitigate the risks (as this is a multi SPAD)?
Use the DRA when changing ends…… ensuring you have stopped your Unit correctly at the 3 or 6 car stop board….. check the signal is OFF before moving away….. ensure there is an “S” in the theatre box
RDC-NS…… If you enter Kings Norton and the previous signal was a single yellow, what strategies could you adopt to mitigate the risks of having a SPAD? (Don’t forget there is a Banner Repeater in front of you)
Apply the DRA at Kings Norton station….. Observe the banner repeater and take appropriate action….. Approach the signal at low speed so that you are able to stop safely
RDC-NS…… What risks are associated with SY39 (protects Kings Norton Junction) and what strategies could you adopt?
Read across risk with SY37 - Target fix the signal, which is higher than SY37
Wrong route risk - Ensure main aspect only, maintain focus
RDC-NS…… What are the risks leaving Bournville on the Up Gloucester line where signal SY47 is a yellow aspect?
The next signal is located on a curve and is therefore poorly sighted - so if the driver has forgotten about the single yellow or is not driving defensively then a SPAD could occur
RDC-NS…… What are the risks of departing Selly Oak following receiving a single yellow at SY51?
Not applying the DRA at Selly Oak, forgetting about the single yellow and taking full power and consequently activating the TPWS OSS grids before the signal, or having a SPAD
RDC-NS…… What are the risks approaching Five Ways on the Up Gloucester?
Falling gradient
Potential for poor railhead adhesion
Driver should cut speed if BB 3508 is at danger
RDC-NS…… What are the risks approaching signal BB 3506 on the Up Gloucester?
Falling gradient
Poor visibility due to the tunnel environment and could possibly be dazzled by headlights of a train on the Down Gloucester Line
RDC-NS…… Can low adhesion be experienced at University station? How could you alter your driving techniques if low adhesion is experienced?
Yes. Brake earlier…… drive defensively according to the conditions
RDC-NS…… List all of the PSRs from Barnt Green to New Street…..
Barnt Green 15, 90, 30 Left
Longbridge 70
Northfield 70, 40
Kings Norton 45, 60
Bournville 60
Selly Oak 50
University 50, 40
Five Ways 40, 20, 10
BROMSGROVE…… What are the junctions between Barnt Green and Bromsgrove?
Barnt Green Junction
Blackwell North Junction
Blackwell South Junction
Bromsgrove North Junction
BROMSGROVE…… Maximum speed?
90mph
BROMSGROVE…… Name of the foot crossing?
Burcot Foot Crossing
BROMSGROVE…… Maximum speed through the crossover before the station?
40mph
BROMSGROVE…… What is the signalling centre?
West Midlands Signalling Centre - Bromsgrove Workstation
BROMSGROVE…… What is the signalling sequence after receiving 2 flashing yellows at BA 3603 to go into Platform 2?
BA 3603 2 flashing yellows
BA 3609 PRI Number 5 position
BA 3609 1 flashing yellow
BA 3611 PRI Number 5 position
BA 3611 single yellow with number 5 Junction Indicator
BROMSGROVE…… What is the signalling sequence after receiving 2 flashing yellows at BA 3603 to go into Platform 3?
BA 3603 2 flashing yellows
BA 3609 PRI Number 4 position
BA 3609 1 flashing yellow
BA 3611 PRI Number 4 position
BA 3611 single yellow with number 4 Junction Indicator
BROMSGROVE…… How many right handed signals are there on the route, including any shunt signals?
2
BROMSGROVE…… Which lines are not electrified?
Blackwell Engine lie-by and the Down Goods Loop
BROMSGROVE…… Can you proceed with number 1 indicator at SY 3 approaching Barnt Green on the way back?
No…… as the Up Gloucester Slow Line is not electrified
BROMSGROVE…… What would you do if you received just a main aspect at signal BA 3611 before Bromsgrove?
Main aspect signal would take you to Platform 4….. so you would stop and contact the signaller because there is not a return signal on Platform 4
NS-LTV…… Can you depart from any platform from the southern end of New Street to go towards Lichfield?
Yes
NS-LTV…… List all of the PSRs in order via the Up Derby and Down Vauxhall Lines…..
New Street 10, 30, 30 Left, 50, 60
Duddeston 70, 45
Aston 20 Right, 40, 45, 60
Gravelly Hill 60
Erdington 60
Chester Road 60
Wylde Green 60, 35
Sutton Coldfield 35, 45, 55
Four Oaks 60
Butlers Lane 60, 50
Blake Street 50, 60
Shenstone 60, 55, 60, 45, 20
Lichfield City 20, 60
NS-LTV…… How many neutral sections?
1
NS-LTV…… Maximum speed through the crossover from the Up Derby line to the Up Stour line?
20mph
NS-LTV…… WP 148 (1st signal after NS South Tunnel)….. what indication would be shown if being signalled towards the Down Vauxhall Chord line?
“C” in the theatre box route indicator
NS-LTV…… WP 133….. what indication would be shown for a train to be routed from the Up Derby line to the Down Vauxhall line?
Number 1 junction indicator
NS-LTV…… SB 4623…..
1. Where is this signal located?
2. Where does the main aspect take you?
3. Where does the Junction Indicator 4 position take you
- SAS SPAD signal at the end of Aston station (Down platform) protecting Aston North Junction
- Towards Witton
- Down Sutton Line towards Lichfield
NS-LTV…… Maximum line speed between Aston North Junction and Lichfield Trent Valley?
60mph
NS-LTV…… Are you under TCB or AB?
TCB
NS-LTV…… List the stations that lie within the areas of low adhesion……
Gravelly Hill (Up Direction only)
Erdington
Chester Road
Wylde Green
Sutton Coldfield
Four Oaks
Butlers Lane
Blake Street (Down Direction only)
NS-LTV…… What is the name of the station shown in the picture? Maximum speed through the platform?
Sutton Coldfield
35mph
NS-LTV…… What are the three permanent speeds between Sutton Coldfield and Four Oaks?
35, 45, 55
NS-LTV…… AN 125 approaching Four Oaks…… if terminating at Four Oaks……
1. What can be displayed in the theatre box, and where does each indication take you?
2. Maximum speed through the crossover?
- “U” for Up Platform, or “B” for Bay (Platform 3)
- 20mph
NS-LTV…… AN 131 at Four Oaks and AN 143 at Blake Street are on the RHS of the running line. What type of signals are they?
Permanent red signals
NS-LTV…… AN 137 approaching Blake Street……
1. Where does Junction Indicator position 4 take you?
2. Maximum speed through the crossover?
- Up Platform at Blake Street
- 15mph
NS-LTV…… AN 155 approaching Lichfield City……
1. Where does Junction Indicator position 4 take you?
2. Maximum speed through the crossover?
- Up Platform at Lichfield City
- 25mph
NS-LTV…… Line speeds from Lichfield City to Lichfield Trent Valley…..
20, 60
NS-LTV…… Describe the shunt movement from the Down platform at Lichfield City to the Up platform at Lichfield City…..
Change ends and obey the Ground Position Light signal AN 310 facing in the Up Direction….. When the signal is cleared, proceed in the Up Direction until you are behind AN155 signal (do not proceed past the Limit of Shunt)….. change ends and obey the signal with Number 4 Junction Indicator to take you on to the Up Platform
LTV-NS…… What are the risks with AN 162? (signal at LTV) What coping strategies would you adopt to mitigate having a SPAD?
Signal is on RHS….. SAS SPAD risk and Read Through risk. Just changed ends, running late, Guard gives you 2 on the buzzer without checking the signal first….. signal is usually OFF so you assume it always will be. To mitigate against these……. use the DRA, do all cab checks before leaving, don’t be rushed and double check the signal aspect before leaving
LTV-NS…… If you are standing at the platform at LTV and are required to shunt your train to clear the Down line….. describe the shunt movement…..
Wait for AN162 to clear and then proceed to Lichfield City as normal…… At Lichfield City, wait for AN154 to clear (position lights and XD), and then proceed through the crossover until you are behind AN155 signal (do not pass the Limit of Shunt)….. change ends and wait for the signal to clear before proceeding back towards LTV or the Up Platform at Lichfield City via Junction Indicator position 4
LTV-NS…… What is the name of the Tunnel shown in the picture? What is the length of the tunnel?
Sutton Tunnel
157 metres
LTV-NS…… AW 4420 approaching Aston…..
1. What are the potential risks associated with this signal?
2. What coping strategies would you adopt to mitigate having a SPAD?
- Light pollution from the Aston Expressway….. located on a curve which can restrict sighting…… possible distraction from the AWS magnet for the 20mph warning board
- Signal protects Aston North Junction, so if yellow at the previous signal, shut off and reduce speed so that you can stop the train safely before the signal…. do not assume the signal will clear, and observe the countdown marker boards on approach
LTV-NS…… AW 4420 is the first 4 aspect signal, what is the risk with this? Who controls the signal?
If the previous signal was a green aspect then this signal could be a single yellow and the driver should be maintaining focus and expect the signal at Aston to be at danger
The signal is under the control of WMSC - Proofhouse Workstation
LTV-NS…… SB 4626…..
1. Where does the main aspect take you?
2. Where does the number 1 indication take you?
3. Describe the shunt move from the Up Platform at Aston to the Down Platform
- Towards Duddeston and New Street
- Towards Stechford on the Up Grand Junction Line
- Main aspect and the Number 1 Junction Indicator at SB4626…… proceed on to the Up Grand Junction Line and stop at the correct car stop marker board….. change ends and wait for Ground Position Light SB1621 to clear and then proceed on to the Down Platform (shunt move is not allowed with passengers on board)
LTV-NS…… NS 154 (signal just before NS South Tunnel on the Down Stour Line)……
1. What are the risks with the signal and how could you alter your driving technique?
2. What indication would you receive for Platform 1 (to 3)?
3. What is the speed through the crossover?
- Short distance between signals in this area…… signal is also at the bottom of the dip so you have a restricted view on approach to it…… falling gradient as you go towards NS South Tunnel….. and possible poor railhead conditions
- Number 1 theatre box to the left of the signal (to tell you to go to Platform 1), and an “X” in the theatre box BELOW the signal
- 20mph
NS-BHX…… Can you depart from any platform at New Street to go towards Birmingham International?
Yes
NS-BHX…… What indication do you need at signal WP148 for a train on the Up Derby line to be signalled on to the Up Coventry line?
C
NS-BHX…… What is the speed on the crossover from the Up Derby line to the Up Coventry line?
20mph
NS-BHX…… List the stations that are situated in the low rail adhesion sites…..
Stechford, Lea Hall, Marston Green
NS-BHX…… NS31 (last signal before B’ham Intl), where do the following Junction Indicator positions take you…..
1. Number 1
2. Number 4
3. Number 5
4. Number 6
5. Main aspect only
- Platform 5
- Platform 3
- Platform 2
- Platform 1
- Platform 4
NS-BHX…… Crossover speeds:
1. If you receive Junction Indicator position 5
2. If you receive Junction Indicator position 4
- 40mph
- 30mph
NS-BHX…… Which lines at B’ham Intl are permissive for passenger trains?
Platforms 1, 2 and 5
BHX-NS…… CB4125 at Stechford….
1. Where are you being routed towards if you get a “G” in the theatre box?
2. What are the risks that have been highlighted in this area?
- Aston, via Stechford North Junction
- Trespassers and vandalism
BHX-NS…… CB129 approaching Grand Junction……
1. What are the risks with this signal?
2. What coping strategies would you adopt to cope with these risks?
- Read across risk…… poorly sighted due to gantries….. can be affected by streetlighting in the area
- After you leave Adderley Park, approach the signal cautiously until you can clearly see the signal and you can stop if you need to do so
NS-WVH…… List all of the PSRs from New Street to Wolverhampton
New Street 10, 40, 65
Smethwick Rolfe Street 65
Smethwick Galton Bridge 75
Sandwell & Dudley 75, 60, 75
Dudley Port 75
Tipton 75, 60, 75
Coseley 75, 30, 15
NS-WVH…… Departing from New Street…..
1. Which line do you need?
2. Name of the first tunnel you enter?
3. Maximum speed in the tunnel?
- Down Stour
- New Street North Tunnel
- 40mph
NS-WVH…… Signal BW 4197 (just before Soho South Junction)……
1. Where does the Number 4 indicator take you?
2. What type of line will you be signalled on if the position light is cleared?
- Across Soho South Junction…. down Soho Bank via Down Soho Line
- LMD arrival line
NS-WVH…… Signal BW 4213 between Smethwick Rolfe Street and Smethwick Galton Bridge has 2 associated three state banner repeaters:
1. Would you require the left or right BR towards Wolverhampton?
2. What main signal aspect do you need to go towards Wolverhampton?
- Right
- Main aspect only
NS-WVH…… What is the line speed after Smethwick Galton Bridge?
75mph
NS-WVH…… How many neutral sections are there?
2
NS-WVH…… Who controls the signals from Watery Lane to Wolverhampton? (Between Coseley to Wolves)
West Midlands Signalling Centre - Wolverhampton Workstation
NS-WVH…… What is the name of the Junction at the South end of Wolverhampton?
Wolverhampton Crane Street Junction
NS-WVH…… What is the maximum speed at Wolverhampton station?
15mph
NS-WVH…… BW 4271 (single yellow required) approaching Wolverhampton…..
1. What indication do you need for the South Bay platform?
2. How many ways can you be routed into Platform 2 from this signal?
3. Can passenger services be routed into Platform 4 with position lights only….. and why?
- B
- 2 (there are 2 crossovers that can take you to Platform 2)
- No - Platform 4 is only permissable for passenger services in the Up Direction, not the Down Direction
WVH-NS…… BW 8288 (RHS) at the exit to the Bay platform……
1. What indication do you need?
2. Can you be routed directly onto the Up Heath Town line from this signal?
- Main aspect only
- No
WVH-NS…… What indication do you require at Platforms 2, 3 and 4 for working services towards:
1. New Street?
2. Walsall/Bescot?
- Main aspect and “S” in the theatre box (for Up Stour)
- Main aspect and “H” in the theatre box (for Up Heath Town)
WVH-NS…… Describe the shunt move from Platform 1 to Platform 4 at the North end of Wolverhampton station (past where we would normally ever go):
1. With a 323 with 3 carriages
2. With a 350 with 4 carriages? Why?
- Once the signal on Platform 1 clears, move forwards and stop once your train is fully clear of the Ground Position Light signal WS1300….. then change ends and wait for the Ground Position Light signal to clear with the theatre box route indicator showing 4
- You must speak to the signaller before departing from Platform 1….. to ensure that the next main line signal (BW 4301) is clear at Wolverhampton North Junction……. This is because the “4” car stop Board is situated BEYOND THE MAIN LINE SIGNAL. Then, stop behind the Ground Position Light signal WS1300….. change ends and wait for the signal to clear into Platform 4
WVH-NS…… From which 2 platforms can trains access the carriage sidings (beyond where we would ever go…. they are at the opposite side to the Bay Platform… which is Platform 5… basically) at Wolverhampton station?
Platforms 3 and 4
WVH-NS…… What is the name of the station shown in the photograph? Can poor rail adhesion be experienced at this location?
Coseley…… yes
WVH-NS…… After departing from Coseley station……
1. What can act as a possible distraction on approach to the next signal?
2. What strategies could you adopt to deal with this?
3. Where is the 3 state banner repeater located?
- Neutral Section
- Drive at a reduced speed as the next signal is poorly sighted due to a left curve….. make sure you are able to stop safely
- On the RHS, after the Neutral Section and before Central Drive Bridge
WVH-NS…… Can trains be routed onto Soho Depot when travelling in the Up Direction?
Yes
WVH-NS…… NS 309 (immediately before Winson Green Neutral Section) between Smethwick Rolfe Street and New Street……
1. Where does the position light take you?
2. What type of signal protects the exit from the siding?
- Monument Lane siding
- Main aspect signal
WVH-NS…… Signal NS 244 (last signal in NS North Tunnel)…..
1. What are the risks with the signal?
2. What coping strategies could you adopt?
3. What is there on approach to the signal that acts as a visual aid to judge the distance to the signal?
- Difficult to judge distance to the signal in the tunnel environment…… short distance between signals in the Tunnel…… could be fumes in tunnel……. being temporarily blinded by headlights of a train coming the other way (I.e. a Voyager)….. downhill gradient going into New Street
- Reduce speed well before the signal so that you are only doing about 10mph at the AWS
- Signal countdown marker boards
NS-WLS…… Can you depart from any platform from the south end to go towards Walsall?
Yes
NS-WLS…… List all of the PSRs from New Street to Walsall via the Down Vauxhall Chord and the Down Fast into Walsall……
New Street 10, 30, 40, 15 Left, 30, 60
Duddeston 70, 45
Aston 75
Witton 75, 60
Perry Barr 75
Hamstead 75
Tame Bridge Parkway 75
Bescot Stadium 30 Right, 45, 55, 20
NS-WLS…… WP 148 (first signal out of NS South Tunnel on the Up Derby Line)……
1. What indication would you get if you are being routed on to the Down Vauxhall CHORD line?
2. Max speed through the crossover?
3. What indication do you get at the next signal if routed via the Down Vauxhall Line? (I.e. if you were going the normal way to LTV from the Up Derby Line)
- “C” in the theatre box route indicator
- 20mph
- Number 1 Junction Indicator
NS-WLS…… PA 4413 on the Down Vauxhall Line between Duddeston and Aston (signal before the Neutral Section)…….
1. What are the risks?
2. How can you reduce the risks?
- Risk of working to a false mental model, distraction ahead due to the Neutral Section, signal is also located on a left curve just beyond a bridge so sighting could be restricted
- Take positive action when passing a single yellow aspect…… use risk triggered commentary
NS-WLS…… SB 4623……
1. Where is the signal located?
2. Where does the main aspect take you?
3. Where does Position 4 take you?
- At the end of Aston Station (Down platform), protecting Aston North Junction
- Towards Bescot and Walsall on the Down Grand Junction
- Towards Lichfield on the Down Sutton Line
NS-WLS…… What is the maximum speed through Perry Barr station?
60mph
NS-WLS…… SB 4631 at Perry Barr station…..
1. Where does the Number 1 flash take you?
2. Give an example of when you would need the Number 1 flash?
- Through Perry Barr West Junction on to the Up Soho Line towards Soho
- For a football special or a “Round the houses” move
NS-WLS…… Can a train from Aston enter the Down Goods Loop at Perry Barr North Junction?
No…… it is only accessible via the Down Soho Line
NS-WLS…… SB 4641 BR approaching Hamstead….. what type of signal is this?
3 state Banner Repeater signal (I.e. can show green aspect)
NS-WLS…… What is the name of the Level Crossing? What type of crossing is it?
Charlemont Road foot crossing
Red/Green
NS-WLS…… SB 4653 at Tame Bridge Parkway……
1. What do you require to be routed on to the Down Bescot Goods Loop?
2. Can you stop at Bescot Stadium if you are routed via the Down Bescot Goods Loop? (I.e. due to a signalling problem)
- Number 1 junction indicator
- No…… as there is no crossover to put you back on the Down Grand Junction Line in order for you to stop at Bescot Stadium
NS-WLS…… SB 4661 at Bescot Stadium……
1. What is the name of the station?
2. What indication do you require for Walsall?
3. Who controls signals in this area?
4. Maximum speed over Bescot Junction?
- Bescot Stadium
- Number 4 junction indicator
- West Midlands Signalling Centre - Bescot Workstation
- 30mph
NS-WLS…… BP 4341 (before Wallows Lane Bridge)….
1. What junction does it protect?
2. Can an electric train travel via the Number 1 junction indicator?
3. Speed at Pleck Junction crossover?
- Pleck Junction
- Yes
- 20mph
NS-WLS…… After Wallows Lane Bridge, there are immediately 2 signals on the LHS….. do either of them apply to you? What is the risk with the signals?
No.
The previous signal (protecting Pleck Junction) could have been a single yellow….. you then sight these signals on a right curve…. if they are displaying a red aspect you might be distracted by them and cause you to SPAD your own signal….. also if the signals are showing a proceed aspect this might also distract you from your signal which might be a red aspect
NS-WLS…… Maximum speed between Pleck Junction and Walsall South Junction on:
1. Down Walsall Fast
2. Down Walsall Slow (I.e. going to RTV)
- 55mph
- 45mph
NS-WLS…… What aspects can you receive on the following signals, and where do they take you…..
1. DR 6353 on the Down Walsall Slow (I.e. to RTV)
2. DR 4355 on the Down Walsall Fast
3. What is the risk with the signals?
- Main aspect or position light for Permissive Working….. into Platform 1
- Main aspect or position light for Permissive Working….. into Platform 3
- SPAD risk due to read across
NS-WLS…… Maximum speed on all lines into Walsall station?
20mph
NS-WLS…… Is Platform 3 permissive working?
Yes
NS-WLS…… When terminating at Platform 3 (as normal for Walsall)…….
1. Where should you stop if the platform is unoccupied?
2. Who controls the signals at the station?
- At the “S” Board
- West Midlands Signalling Centre - Walsall Workstation
NS-WLS…… Describe the move if terminated on Platform 1 (for RTV), which then need to be worked back towards New Street……
Detrain passengers
Wait for the SAS SPAD signal DR 6361 at the end of the platform to clear
Proceed forwards in the tunnel until train is clear of Ground Position Light DR 1362, and stop
Change ends, and when given the proceed aspect from Ground Position Light DR 1362, proceed through the crossover at 20mph max where both Platform 2 and 3 can be accessed
WLS-NS…… BP 4340 (before Bescot Junction and immediately before the Neutral Section)….. what are the risks?
It is poorly sighted on a left curve
Distraction due to the Neutral Section just beyond the signal
Main risk is activating TPWS OSS grids just before the signal after receiving a single yellow at the previous signal….. this is also a SPAD risk
WLS-NS…… SB 4664 (end of Bescot Stadium)…. where does the Number 1 indicator take you?
Up Bescot Goods Loop
WLS-NS…… The X40 Board at Charlemont (Red/Green crossing)…… what is the board called? What does the sign indicate?
A wrong-direction speed restriction board
When making a wrong direction movement, you must control the speed of your train to comply with the speed shown (40mph)….. between the board and until clear of the crossing
WLS-NS…… SB 4640 (before Perry Barr Neutral Section)……
1. What is the name of the Junction it protects?
2. Where does the number 4 indicator take you?
3. Can you get to New Street via Position 4?
- Perry Barr North Junction
- Up Soho Line towards Soho
- Yes, via Soho Bank
WLS-NS…… SB 4626 at end of Aston station……
1. Where does the main aspect take you?
2. Where does Position 1 take you?
- Towards New Street via Duddeston
- Towards Stechford on the Up Grand Junction Line
WLS-NS…… NS 154 (signal just before NS South Tunnel on the Down Stour Line)……
1. What are the risks with the signal and how could you alter your driving technique?
2. What indication would you receive for Platform 1 (to 3)?
3. What is the speed through the crossover?
- Short distance between signals in this area…… signal is also at the bottom of the dip so you have a restricted view on approach to it…… falling gradient as you go towards NS South Tunnel….. and possible poor railhead conditions
- Number 1 theatre box to the left of the signal (to tell you to go to Platform 1), and an “X” in the theatre box BELOW the signal
- 20mph
WLS-RTV…… List all of the PSRs between Walsall and RTV…..
Walsall 20, 45, 50
Bloxwich 60,
Bloxwich North 60, 50
Landywood 60
Canock 60, 50
Hednesford 60, 40
Rugeley Town 30
WLS-RTV…… Which workstation controls the signals?
West Midlands Signalling Centre - Walsall Workstation
WLS-RTV…… What is the maximum speed through Park Street Tunnel?
45mph
WLS-RTV…… DR 4369 (protecting Ryecroft)…..
1. What indication do you need for RTV?
2. What are the risks with this signal?
- Main aspect only
- Poorly sighted on a left curve….. uphill gradient…… could be wrong-routed at Ryecroft Junction if given Position 4
WLS-RTV…… Which station is in the photograph? Can low adhesion be experienced here? What must you report to the signaller is railhead conditions are WORSE than anticipated? How could you alter your driving technique?
Bloxwich
Yes low adhesion is expected
Contact signaller, inform him of “reportable” railhead conditions
Brake earlier
WLS-RTV…… Which station is in the photograph? Falling or rising gradient? What are the risks stopping at the location and what can you do about it?
Landywood
Falling gradient
Known poor adhesion area….. brake earlier and take into account the falling gradient and that there is a SAS SPAD signal on the platform ramp
WLS-RTV…… RR 4393 approaching Hednesford……
1. What indication would you get if being routed on the Up Platform?
2. Speed through the crossover?
- Number 4 Junction indicator
- 15mph
WLS-RTV…… What is the gradient between Hednesford and Rugeley Town?
Falling gradient
RTV-WLS…… List all the PSRs between RTV and Walsall…….
Rugeley Trent Valley 45
Rugeley Town 60
Hednesford 60
Cannock 60, 50
Landywood 60
Bloxwich North 50
Bloxwich 50, 45, 20
RTV-WLS…… Which workstation controls the signals at Rugeley Trent Valley?
Rugby ROC - Colwich Workstation
RTV-WLS…… List the stations that are situated in the low adhesion area…..
Rugeley Town
Hednesford
Cannock
Landywood
Bloxwich North
Bloxwich
RTV-WLS…… There are 3 banner repeaters IN TOTAL on this route (2 in the Down Direction, 1 in the Up Direction)…..
1. What type are they?
2. Where are they located?
- 3 state banner repeaters (I.e. green aspect)
- RR 4387 BR approaching Landywood on the Down Line
RR 4391 BR approaching Cannock on the Down Line
RR 4396 BR approaching Hednesford on the Up Line
RTV-WLS…… Who controls the OLE?
Crewe ECO
RTV-WLS…… DR 4366 approaching Walsall…..
1. What indication do you require to be routed on the Up Walsall Fast Line?
2. What indication do you require to be routed on the Up Walsall Slow Line?
3. Can you be routed on the Down Walsall Fast (I.e. Platform 3) at this signal?
- Number 1 Junction Indicator
- Main aspect only
- No
SOHO BANK…… BW4197…. If you are going towards Walsall:
1. What indication do you require?
2. What is the first station you could call at?
- Number 4 Junction Indicator
- Hamstead
SOHO BANK…… Max speed over Soho South Junction?
25mph
SOHO BANK…… Max speed over Soho East Junction?
25mph
SOHO BANK…… Max speed from Soho East Junction to Perry Barr North Junction?
45mph
SOHO BANK…… What is the name of the tunnel on the Soho Road line?
Hamstead Tunnel
SOHO BANK…… Can a train from Aston enter the Down Goods Loop at Perry Barr North Junction?
No, it is only accessible from the Down Soho Line
SOHO BANK…… How many Neutral Sections are there between New Street and Walsall via NS North Tunnel?
4
SOHO BANK…… SB4631 immediately after Perry Barr Station on the Down Grand Junction line…..
1. Where does the Number 1 Junction Indicator take you?
2. When might you receive this indication?
- Through Perry Barr West Junction onto the Up Soho Line
- For a football special or a round the houses move
SOHO BANK…… NS244 (last signal in NS North Tunnel going back to NS)…..
1. What are the risks with this signal and what coping strategies could you adopt?
Falling gradient….. tunnel environment (eyes adjust from light to dark, harder to judge speed and distance)….. signal could be difficult to see because of fumes or you may be dazzled by headlights from another train. To mitigate this….. If the previous signal was a single yellow then bring you speed down to 15-20mph and use the countdown marker boards to judge your approach to the signal
SOHO BANK…… How many Neutral Sections are between New Street and Walsall via NS South Tunnel?
3
SOHO…… BW 4197….. What indication do you require at this signal if you are going on to the LMD Arrival Line? Maximum speed through the crossover?
Position Lights
15mph max through the crossover
SOHO…… 1. Who gives you permission to pass the Stop Board in the LMD Arrival Line?
2. How can this person be identified?
3. Are you allowed to leave the unit unattended if this person is not present?
- PICOS (Person In Charge of Sidings)
- They will be wearing a High Visibility jacket with PICOS on the back
- No
SOHO…… BW 4199 on the Down Stour…..
1. What indication do you require if you are going on to the Down Soho Goods Loop? (2)
2. What is the speed through the crossover?
- Junction Indicator position 1…… or Position Lights + “SL” in the theatre box route indicator
- 15mph
SOHO…… Apart from signals BW 4197 and BW 4199, what 3 other ways can you be routed on to Soho Depot? (3)
- On the Down Soho line, go past signals BW 4197, BW 4199 and BW 4205…. continue under Soho Street Bridge and stop behind BW 7206 (which is on the Down Stour but facing in the Up Direction). When clear of the signal, change ends, and proceed to Soho Depot when given Position Lights + ‘SL’ in the theatre box
- On the Up Stour Line you pass BW4204 and then stop after Ground Position Light BW1201…. change ends and when the GPL clears you can proceed into the Down Soho Goods Loop…. stop at the correct car stop marker board…. change ends….. obey BW7202 position lights which takes you into Soho Depot
- SP6631 displays a proceed aspect and “L” in the theatre box (or Position Lights and “SL”), proceed into the Down Soho Goods Loop…. stop at the correct car stop marker board…. change ends….. obey BW7202 position lights which takes you into Soho Depot
SOHO…… Max speed in the sidings?
5mph
SOHO…… Max speed through the wash plant?
3mph
SOHO…… What is the name of the main set of points? What do they signify?
King Points
Signifies where Soho Depot commences
SOHO…… How many roads are there? Which roads are not electrified?
11 roads + the additional 8a shunt neck
8a shunt neck and 11 road are not electrified
SOHO…… Describe the walking route from the shunter’s office to the sidings…..
Leave the shunter’s office and turn right and proceed along the Authorised Walking Route, to the right of the maintenance shed…… still on the Authorised Walking Route, go round the back of the shed towards the stop blocks, and then walk down the relevant road walkway to your Unit
SOHO…… What is the procedure for driving:
1. A 3 car unit on to Soho?
2. A 6 car unit on to Soho?
- Stop at the Stop Board, where you will be met by the PICOS. They will give you instructions to proceed towards the wash plant, stop at the 3 car stop board, change ends, and proceed towards the agreed road or agreed movement
- Stop at the Stop Board, where you will be met by the PICOS. They will give you instructions. You will then draw forward and stop where they tell you in order for the ferry driver to get on in the rear cab (watch for their “stop” handsignal). You then receive a 2 on the bell buzzer which you repeat back. As per the PICOS instructions, you will carry on towards the wash plant, press the button before the entrance, and proceed to the 6 car stop board. The ferry driver will then take the train towards the agreed road or agreed movement
SOHO…… What hand signal do you require when being dispatched from Soho:
1. During the day
2. At night
- Hand held steady above the head
- Green light
SOHO…… What is the procedure for entering the shed?
Obtain permission from the Designated Person…..Draw up to the Ground Position Light located on approach to the shed, wait for the GPL to clear and you can see that the derailers are down.
Sound horn and proceed max 3mph into the shed and stop at the correct Car Stop Board
SOHO…… What is the procedure for exiting the shed?
Obtain permission from the Designated Person…..
Wait for the raised Ground Position Light to clear and you can see the derailers are down.
Sound horn and proceed at 3mph until clear of the shed
SOHO…… After being dispatched from Soho, what is the first signal you require? Describe the rest of the move on to the Down Soho Goods Loop before being routed on to the Up Stour….
The first signal is Ground Position Light BW 1203, which is located after the wash plant
Procedure after passing the wash plant…..
Stop at the correct 3/4 or 6/8 Car Stop Board (which are before the main line signal)
Change ends and obey the main aspect signal BW 7202 (which is for the Down Soho Goods Loop) which is on your RHS
Main aspect with “U” in the theatre box = Up Stour
SOHO…… BW 7202 (on the Down Soho Goods Loop facing in the Up direction)….. what indications can be given for proceeding towards:
1. New Street in the Up Direction
2. Up Soho Curve line
3. Soho LMD
- Main aspect with “U” in the theatre box = Up Stour
- Main aspect with “C” in the theatre box = Up Soho Curve (I.e. towards Perry Barr)
- Position Lights = Soho Depot
NEW STREET…… How many sidings are at New Street? And on which platforms are they situated?
3
Between platforms: 5 & 6, 7 & 8, 9 & 10
NEW STREET…… How is the right away given?
Via the “Right Away” route indicator
NEW STREET…… Where is the only section of non bi-directional line?
Crossover, south end of platform 3 & 4
NEW STREET…… If you stop at a mid signal, whose permission do you require to draw down the platform? What is the risk with the move? What strategy to avoid the risk?
Platform staff (they must have spoken to the signaller)
The risk with the move is not checking the signal has been cleared if you have stopped underneath it….. strategy to avoid risk is not to rush…… if possible stop the train so you have a clear view of the signal, and always re-check signal before moving off…. always use the DRA
NEW STREET…… What is the risk associated with NS 232 and NS 233 on platforms 2B and 3B?
Read across risk
NEW STREET…… Can you depart from the South end of Platform 5 via the Up Derby tunnel?
No
NEW STREET…… Can you depart from the South end of Platform 8 & 9 via the Up Stour Tunnel?
Yes (platforms 1-12 can be accessed)
NEW STREET…… From which platforms at the North end can you depart from to go to Wolverhampton?
Platforms 1-12
NEW STREET…… What is the maximum speed?
10mph
NEW STREET…… What must you be aware of when:
1. Departing from the “A” end? (NS South Tunnel)
2. When approaching from the “B” end? (NS North Tunnel)
- Falling gradient
- Falling gradient
(Must control the speed of the train)
NEW STREET…… How many signals are required to depart each siding at the SOUTH end of New Street?
Number 1 siding = 1 (BM 8241)
Number 2 siding = 2 (BM 8442 and BM 6208)
Number 3 siding = 3 (BM 8843, BM 6410 and BM 6210 for Platform 10 AND BM 8643, BM 6409 and BM 6209 for PLATFORM 9)
NEW STREET…… How many signals are required to depart each siding at the NORTH end of New Street?
Number 1 siding = 2 (BM 7321 and BM 5106)
Number 2 siding = 2 (BM 7322 and BM 5108)
Number 3 siding = 2 (BM 7323 and BM 5109)
NEW STREET…… What are the risks with coupling and uncoupling?
Be aware of the position of Units in relation to the signals, so you do not have a SPAD (I.e. is there enough room for the movement)…… do not rush and always check you have the AUTHORITY OF PLATFORM STAFF before you make any move
NEW STREET…… When carrying out a shunt move, how many drivers are required? In which can will they be situated and describe who controls the movements…..
2 drivers
Leading cabs….. one driver drives out towards the tunnels and stop at the correct Car Stop Board, and then the other driver will drive back in to the Platform
NEW STREET…… What are the orange markers for?
For WMT drivers to stop at
NEW STREET…… What are the local instructions regarding the 2 white lights in New Street North Tunnel if:
1. One white light is not lit?
2. Both lights are unlit?
- Report to signaller when stopped at New Street
- This causes a failure situation, drivers will be stopped at NS 244 signal and informed of the situation
NEW STREET…… What aspect signal is BB 3503?
4 aspect
NEW STREET…… What is the permissable speed from Holliday Street Tunnel at signal BB 3503?
40mph
NEW STREET…… What are the risks with signal BB 3507 (the NEW signal immediately before Five Ways station) and what action can you take to mitigate against these risks?
SPAD risk, located after a blind left bend (hence the CA signal), line speed is now 40mph and driver could be distracted by doing a running brake test prior to reaching the signal…… short signal section….. false mental model that you are into Five Ways
Reduce approach speed, Risk Triggered commentary, brake earlier
NEW STREET…… What is the permissible speed on the Up Gloucester after Church Road Tunnel on the approach into Five Ways?
40mph
NEW STREET…… What are the risks associated with signal BB 3508 (SAS SPAD at Five Ways on the Up Gloucester Line) and what actions can you take to reduce the risks?
SAS SPAD risk…. falling gradient
Reduce approach speed, Risk Triggered commentary, brake earlier
NEW STREET…… Where can you be routed from signal BB 3506 (last signal on the Up Gloucester Line in the Tunnels) and what indications are needed?
Platforms 5-12 main aspect signal with Platform number in the Theatre Box
Position lights with S1, S2 or S3 for the sidings
NEW STREET…… What indication is needed for shunt moves from New Street to Five Ways up to signal BB 9509 (signal at the end of Platform 1) and what is the speed?
Main aspect with ‘X’ in the Theatre Box for the Up Gloucester Line. Max speed is 15mph
NEW STREET…… What indication is needed for the shunt move from New Street to the Up and Down Monument Lane Loop, and what is the speed?
Main aspect with ‘L’ in the Theatre Box for the Up Stour Line. Max speed is 35mph
NEW STREET…… What Platforms at New Street allow for the shunt move to Monument Lane?
Platforms 1-7
NEW STREET…… What indication is needed at signal BW 9185 (end of Arena Tunnel on the Up Stour Line) to get into the Up and Down Monument Lane Loop? What is the speed of the crossover?
Main aspect with ‘L’ in the Theatre Box, or Position Lights with ‘L’ in the Theatre Box
Crossover speed is 25mph
NEW STREET…… If you are required to access any sidings from the Platform, what is the procedure?
Contact the signaller via SPCP telephone
Request line block on the REQUIRED LINE
Use authorised walking route to access the train…. contact the signaller to give up the line block
NEW STREET…… If you are leaving a train stabled on the sidings, what is the procedure?
Contact the signaller via GSMR
Request line blick on the REQUIRED LINE
Use authorised walking route to access the Platform….. contact the signaller via SPCP telephone to give up the line block
NEW STREET…… Where are the Staff Protection Control Point telephones located?
‘B’ end of Platforms 6, 7 and 10
NEW STREET…… Can you stable a 6 car 323 if you have entered the sidings VIA the north end?
No…… because there is no authorised walking route at the south end of the station
What is the shunt move from Platform 1 South end via the Up Coventry Line onto Platform 3 with an 8 car 350…..?
BM 6201 signal, receive the RA and proceed aspect
Proceed along the Up Coventry Line through the New Street South Tunnel and past signal CB 149
Stop the train at the 8 Car Stop Board
Change ends
Wait for the signal CB 9145 to clear with 3 in the Theatre Box
Proceed along the Up Coventry Line into Platform 3
