Rules Week 5 Flashcards
Assistance of failed train
What distant should they assistant point be from the failed train?
300m from the direction the assisting train is going to arrive.
Can be less if there is a signal protecting the failed train.
If a tunnel is less than 300m from the train, then the tunnel entrance is the assistance point
Max speed limit for assisting a failed train?
At caution. Max 25mph
During single line working, what is the max speed limit?
First train, 15mph (at caution)
50mph
During SLW, what must the first train do?
First train 15mph(caution) over points.
Checking points are set.
Telling anyone working on or near the line, single line working is operational.
What is your authority to enter SLW section?
Authority from the pilot & single line working ticket.
When preserving evidence, what perishable evidence do you need to preserve?
Isolation positions(safety systems)
Brake/power control positions
Air gauges
Brake block temperature (hot/smoking is an indication)
What does RIO stand for?
Rail incident officer.
When are you allowed to enter the driving cab during a major accident?
1, to secure the train.
2, carry out rescue operations.
3, use cab radio to call emergency services or speak to the signaller.
4, obtain equipment to carry out emergency protection of the line.
5, make a note of short life perishable evidence. (Take photos, do not disturb evidence)
During what degraded situations will you expect to find a pilot?
Single line working.
Working of single and bi-directional lines by pilot
What things need to happen for you to be able to pass a body on the line?
1, you are happy to do it
2, body covered
3, cleared of the lines
4, authority given by the police
During a major accident what three people would normally liaise with the media?
1, Rail media relations
2, RIO (Rail Liasion officer)
3, TOLO (train operating liaison officer)
What is the principle of a bi-directional line?
A route signalled both ways, where neither route has priority.
What is the principle of a single line?
Only one train at a time is allowed in a single line section.
What does the P,A,L,M,S accroynm stand for?
When is this relevant?
P - pilot working
A - assisting train
L - Line under possession
M - modified working
S - shunting past the section signal (electric token block only)
When no staff or token is required on a single/bi directional line.
During high-speed coasting under the OLE, what is the maximum speed?
During low-speed coasting?
Linespeed
20mph
During single and bi-directional lines by pilot what is the maximum speed limit?
Linespeed.
15 mph over points
During modified working arrangements, what is the maximum speed limit?
50mph
15mph over points.
What are the only occasions you are allowed to temporarily isolate TPWS?
During Temporary Block Working and Emergency Special Working.
During single/bi directional line working by pilot.
What different methods of working are there on a single line?
With token/staff
1, one train working with staff
2, NST (non-signaller token)
3, NSTr (non-signaller token remote)
4, electric token block
Without token/staff
1, one train working without staff
2, track circuit block
3, tokenless block
What/where do you expect to happen/find during TBW?
1, Only in track circuit block areas
2, Only on multi track lines
3, in place when multiple signals are defective/disconnected
4,in place to allow driver to pass consecutive signals at danger, without gaining authority multiple times from the signaller.
5, Hand signallers to be at entrance and exit signals.
6, To be issued with a TBW ticket with written instructions.
7, all points must be secured.
When entering a temporary block section what must you do?
1, stop short of Signal and Handsignaller with red flag and detonator.
2, secure train.
3, be issued with instructions from handsignaller (via TBW ticket)
4, temporarily isolate TPWS. (Ensure light illuminates steadily)
5, on receipt of the ticket and a yellow flag and removal of detonator, you have authority to enter TBW section.
When do you not need a ticket in a temporary block working section?
R-Remove (a divided portion of train)
E-Evacuate
A-Assist
R-Remove (train ahead of signal without authority)
What are the risks of TBW?
1, trains are no longer protected by signals
2, important safety systems must be temporarily isolated.
3, Movement authority written/authority communication. Subject to human error.
4, extra care must be taken by all concerned to avoid operational incident/accident.
When agreeing arrangements for assistance, what must you as the driver confirm?
1, not going to move
2, type of traction
3, exact location of train and is protection in place.
4, what direction you require assistance from.
What are the maximum speed limits during the following scenarios?
TBW?
ESW?
SLW? Right and Wrong direction
Modified working?
Single and bi-directional line by pilot?
1, 50 mph (15mph 1st over points)
2, 50 mph
3, 50 mph
4, 50mph (15mph over points, at all times)
5, linespeed. 15mph over points
Are pilots in place during TBW?
No
In TBW, what must you do at the exit signal?
1, Stop before signal and Handsignaller
2, Secure train
3, Reinstate TPWS (check isolation light is extinguished)
4, Hand TBW ticket back to handsignaller.
5, When the detonator is removed and you receive yellow flag/green signal. You will be given authority to exit section.
6, press train stop override if passing signal at danger.
What do you expect to find during ESW?
Start, during, Exit, processes etc?
1, No handsignallers in place.
2, points to not need to be clipped and locked.
3, Exit signal, must be at an easily identifiable location. (Platform, Tunnel, junction)
4, contact signaller and complete Emergency Special Working ticket.
5, Max speed 50 mph. 15mph over points.
6, EW sign to ‘possibly’ be located at end of section. (End of special working sign)
During working operations that require a ticket ( TBW, ESW, SLW, Modified working, single/bi-directional by pilot) in which circumstance do you do the following?
Not right cancelled over document?
Not hand ticket back?
1, TBW
2, ESW & Modified working
What is your authority to enter a single line section?
Token/staff and signal.
When must working by pilot be introduced?
T - token has been lost
O - Obstruction (working to and from point of)
S - signal can not be cleared for any of the following
D - disconnected or failed signals
E - equipment failure - track circuit signalling equipment.
L - level crossing equipment failure
T - token instrument failure
When rescuing a person from the OLE what must you ensure?
1, The person is alive and can be reached from ground level.
2, an emergency switch off is in place.
3, the person is more than 600mm(2 feet) away from OLE/Panto/room mounted equipment
4 you or anything you are holding will not come within 600mm(2 feet) of OLE/Panto/roof mounted equip
In what circumstances would you lay emergency protection of the opposite line and your own line?
Opposite line-
1, Signaller cannot be contacted after accident/emergency
2, signaller cannot confirm protection of other line.
Own line
1, TBW & ESW
2, Derailment
If you encountered an obstruction on the opposite line, how would you protect the line?
Make an emergency railway call.
Warn other drivers if possible, by sounding a long blast of horn as urgent warning.
Switch on hazards.
Continue 1 mile and 1/4 past obstruction and lay emergency protection.
When can the staff / token leave the leading cab?
The guard for shunter needs it when shunting is to take place.
Or you reach the end of the section and return to the signaller.
Do not move if the staff has been taken from you until it has been returned.
What does the word PILOT mean?
Person In Lieu Of Token
What ticket is required for working single and bi-directional lines by pilot?
RT 3156
There are some circumstances where a Pilot ‘must’ travel with you, these are?
1, During complete block failure
2, On a one train working line
3, if the signaller cannot ensure that the section is clear.
4, working to and from a point of obstruction
What ticket will you receive during Modified working arrangements?
RT3177
What emergency equipment is kept on board?
Detonators
Track circuit operating clips.
Red flags/lamp
Fire extinguisher
What is the maximum speed when examining the line through a tunnel?
10mph
When must the line be examined?
1, broken or distorted rails
2, track circuit failure
3, body on the line
4, points failure
5, floods
6, snow
7, trespassers
8, obstruction
9, infrastructure (OLE?
If a competent person is avaliable to exam the line, when must they be used?
During Darkness
Fog
Falling snow
Passing through a tunnel.
Person on the line( Must have competent person)
What is the max speed for examining the OLE?
20 mph
What are CSB’s and when might they be used?
Coupler snow bags. To prevent the build-up of snow/ice on the coupler.
At what level should you report snowfall to the signaller?
200mm above the rail head
When flood water, is up to the bottom of the railhead, what speed restrictions are in place for all traction types?
IET - No restriction
143/150/319 - 20 mph
Everything else - 50 mph
This is a ARB instruction, which supersedes the rule book.
Definition of a train accident?
Collision, accidental division, derailment or fire
During a train accident, what actions must the driver take?
Immediately switch on hazards or display red lights forward
Assess the situation
Check location and lines obstructed
Emergency call to the signaller
Decide the quickest method to stop trains
During a train accident when there is a fire where should you avoid stopping?
In a tunnel
On a viaduct
Or any other unsuitable place
Why can accidental train division occur?
1, not performing a tug test
2, not pressing the couple button
3, equipment failure
Uncoupler piston
Electrical box
Maintenance
What actions must take place during accidental train division?
1, switch on hazards or display reds at front
2, check exact location of train, if any other lines are obstructed.
3 decide quickest way to stop trains
Make sure of the following
4, both portions are secure
5, all vehicles are accounted for
6, tell the guard about situation
7, check couplings to see if
They might have damaged track/lineside equipment.
There is any damage which prevents re-coupling.
All trains must be examined by rolling stock technician before re-coupling
Accidental train division.
What must you do if two portions can be recoupled?
1, get personal from signaller and reach a clear understanding.
2, apply wrong direction movement instructions.
3, arrange for a competent person to control movement.
4, do not set back, if it would involve going over an automatic crossing, unless it is under local control.
During accidental train division, what is the most important action to undertake before moving again?
Ensuring nobody has fallen from the train!!!
What are the different levels of rail adhesion?(reportable)
1, Good
2, Expected
3, Reportable
What is a controlled test stop?
It is a test to acetane the rail conditions.
Carry out a stop as you would usually for the current environmental and rail adhesion levels.
Low rail adhesion levels (index)?
Green (0-3 good)
Amber (4-5 moderate)
Red (6-8 poor)
Black (9-10 very poor)
What does WSP stand for?
Wheel slip/slide protection4
What driving techniques can be utilised during low rail adhesion?
1, Brake earlier
2, take power slower
3, make significant reductions in speed at first sight of restrictive signals
4, make use of sanding equipment
5, stay alert for signs of WSP ( increase brake as required)
6, Carry out frequent additional brake tests
What must you not do when driving during low rail adhesion?
1, don’t release brake if the WSP activity is occurring
2, drop your guard once you have reduced the train speed significantly
3, don’t be afraid to use emergency brake
4, brake later to make up time
What 3 reasons must all apply for you go to the assistance point during a train failure?
1, poor visibility
2, signaller cannot arrange communication via GSM-R
3, the failed train cannot be seen from the assisting train
If you get to an assistance point and the driver is not there, what would you do?
Stop, do not proceed until the driver is there.
If a train cannot be driven from the leading cab what must be done.
Temporarily isolate TPWS
