Running Brake Test

Question 1

When do you do a low speed running brake test?

Answer 1

When docking a previously prepared train into service

In sidings

Question 2

How do you do a low speed running brake test?

Answer 2

At 5kmh, place MCH to B6

Bring train to stand

Assess performance

Observe full BC pressure (189)

Question 3

When do you do a (running) Service Brake test?

Answer 3

Prior to first stop
Taking control of train
Changing ends
Dry to wet rail
Defect or alteration to braking equipment

Question 4

How do you do a Service Brake test?

Answer 4

MCH to B1
Observe braking effort (ammeter, BC)
MCH further into braking zone
Observe again for equivalent braking effort
MCH to COAST