RORF Mid Term Exam No.3

Question 1

Provide the Classification and action required for this signal?

Answer 1

a) Absolute
b) Stop - do not pass unless authorised by the prescribed verbal or written instruction.

Question 2

What is the Glossary term for a Permissive Signal?

Answer 2

A signal that is normally controlled by the passage of rail traffic and may be passed without the authority of a Train Controller or Signaller as provided for in the ROR.

Question 3

What authority is required to set back under the following condition?

When proceeding through the Block Section and completely clear of Station Limits?

Answer 3

SWA-1 from TC

Question 4

What authority is required to set back under the following condition?

Shunting or repositioning movement which has entered into the Block Section requires to set back into Station Limits?

Answer 4

Movements in accordance with fixed signals.

Question 5

If you encounter a Directing Signal with a green over red with a low speed light illuminated, what would you do?

Answer 5

1. Attempt to stop before passing the signal as this is an imperfectly displayed signal.
2. Advise the Signaller for the station and await further instructions.

Question 6

What are the 8 events which would require the driver to immediately contact TC or the Signaller?

Answer 6

1. Detained at a signal at stop and the reason is unknown.
2. Detained at a Compulsory Stop Board (CSB) and unable to contact the RPO by radio.
3. A signal is displaying an imperfect indication.
4. A rail vehicle is stopped or delayed by a failure, accident or other unusual incident.
5. Before moving off after being stopped or delayed by any failure, accident or other incident.
6. Unable to complete a journey through a section because your rail vehicle is disabled.
7. Required to set back in a section or within station limits.
8. Upon any ETCS emergency brake activation.

Question 7

If the LE considers the signal indication is unusual or incorrect, who must they contact?

Answer 7

Whoever controls the signal.

Question 8

What is the Glossary term for an Absolute Signal?

Answer 8

A signal that must not be passed at Stop without the authority of the Train Controller or the Signaller, as provided for in the Rail Operating Rules, and includes Block Entry and Station Entry Boards.

Question 9

Provide the Classification and Action required for:

Answer 9

Classification: Permissive

Action Required:
1. Stop! Wait 10 seconds;
2. Proceed cautiously at restricted speed;
3. Prepare to stop short of an obstruction;
4. Points may be incorrectly set;
5. Level crossing alarms may not be working;
6. Rail may be broken or displaced.

Question 10

You are suffering from the flu, however after taking some medication at home you feel much better and you decide to report for duty. During your shift you start to feel progressively worse, to the point that you feel a bit drowsy, with a severe headache. What should you do under these circumstances?

Answer 10

1. You must report the matter to your supervisor or manager immediately and request relief, as you are not fit for duty;
2. Always try to provide as much warning as possible for alternative arrangements to be made;
3. If at any time you feel it is unsafe to proceed, you must stop the train and request immediate relief.

Question 11

Your train has derailed and obstructs the opposite line. TC cannot be contacted within the prescribed time. What actions must the operator implement without delay?

Answer 11

1. Where possible, use the vehicle’s main radio or portable radio to transmit on Channel 1, warning approaching rail movements of the situation.
2. The operator must determine the most likely direction a train will be travelling on the adjoining line.
3. Establish protection on the obstructed line 1550m from the obstruction using 3 pairs of detonators, 10m apart, on each rail.
4. If a train is observed approaching before protection is established, place detonators on the rail and exhibit a danger hand signal.

Question 12

Why is it important for AOR to provide appropriate support and assistance to their employees who suffer a non-work related injury, illness or medical condition?

Answer 12

To ensure the injured employee can return safely to work ASAP.

Question 13

What form of authority is required to pass a Departure Signal that is imperfectly displayed with R-light not illuminated.

Answer 13

SWA-1 from TC

Question 14

What form of authority is required to pass a Departure Signal at all red stop, R-light illuminated?

Answer 14

The R-light is your authority

Question 15

What form of authority is required to pass a failed Departure Signal to recover a disabled train if the R-light is not working?

Answer 15

SWA-2 from TC

Question 16

What form of authority is required to pass a Departure Signal at all red stop to run on the opposite line to recover a disabled train?

Answer 16

SWA-2 from TC

Question 17

What form of authority is required to pass an Absolute Intermediate Signal at all red stop with the A-light not illuminated or not fitted?

Answer 17

Verbal from TC

Question 18

What form of authority is required to pass an Absolute Intermediate Signal with an A-light fitted and illuminated?

Answer 18

Self-authorising

Question 19

Your train approaches a curve with two boards attached to a post. The upper board has a white background and the lower board has a yellow background. Both boards have black numerals.

What message does the white board convey?

What message does the yellow board convey?

Answer 19

White Board:
* The speed for this curve.

Yellow Board:

• A reduction in speed of more than 15kph below line speed;
• ⁠Erected 200m from the entrance of the curve to which it applies.

Question 20

What must the operator ensure when approaching, passing and clearing a Permanent Speed Board?

Answer 20

• Reduce the speed of the train before it reaches the speed board; and
• Not exceed the indicated speed over the speed restricted area, until the last vehicle is clear of the speed restricted area.