Revision Flashcards
- When train stop override is activated, how long will the train stop he overrridden for?
- When would you use the train stop override button?
*20 seconds.
- when authorised to pass a signal at stop
How do you stop a locomotive in an emergency?
Brake valve into emergency,throttle to idle, park brake on.
Emergency dump valve
Where are the ladders on a Sprinter & Vlocity?
Sprinter:
above luggage rack, opposite toilet and accessed by 5P key
Vlocity:
In electrical cabinet behind drivers cab of DMD car- abloy key access
OR- later Vlocity, it is in a cabinet in the saloon of the DMD car
What are the components of plunger locked points? (7 items)
Points
Point lever
Plunger
Gravity catch
Point detector
Signal levers
Home signal
True or false:
When the signal is placed to proceed, the position of the plunger lock points cannot be altered until the signal is placed back to stop?
True
True or false:
Before the signal is placed to proceed, the points must be TESTED, and held by a competent worker or secured by a point clip for the passage of the train?
True
In Train staff & ticket, what will a train travel on if it’s required to return to the originating station afterwards?
Train Staff
Which component reacts to changes in brake pipe pressure to apply or release the train brakes?
Triple valve
If you pass a repeater signal at warning, what will the next signal be?
Stop
What’s the minimal signalled separation between 2 reporting trains?
10M
When can a following train enter a block signalling for double lines block section?
When the previous train has arrived complete at the signal box in advance
What’s the authority to pass an uncontrolled home signal on the ATC system?
Verbal permission
What information is provided to a controlling signaller at a defective Home arrival/departure signal?
(4 answers)
- TD number
- The signal number
- The originating station & destination
- Drivers name & grade
What is the definition of an ATC single line section?
Portion of track between 2 crossing loops
What must a competent worker ensure prior to moving vehicles in a siding? (4 answers)
- the radio has been set to shunting channel and tested
- the siding equipment is clear
- workers in the siding are clear
- warning devices/sirens are operating
Who authorises the drive to operate DCPM’s?
The controlling signaller
Which of the following may colour type point indicators work in conjunction with?
Catch points or derail blocks
Facing or trailing points
What whistle code is used to move forward?
O O
What whistle code is used to set back?
O O O
What’s the drivers authority to pass a signal at stop with a failed illuminated letter A when communication IS available?
Verbal permission from train control
When wouldn’t you use a track circuit jumper cable? ( 3 answers)
- when there are axle counters
- when the overhead is disarranged
- within shunting yards or sidings
Who advises the driver of any fuelling requirements?
The yard master
What channel does the driver communicate with maintenance staff at South Dynon?
Channel 6
