Running Brake Tests

Question 1

When and where do you need to do a low speed running brake test?

Answer 1

When docking a previously prepared train in a siding or yard.

Question 2

How do you do a low speed running brake test?

Answer 2

• at 5km/h go into B6
• bring train to stand
• assess braking performance
• observe BC pressure

Question 3

When do you do a running brake test?

Answer 3

Before the first stop after you have
- taken control of a train
- changed ends
- going from dry to wet rail
- anything to do with the braking equipment like isolating a bogie

Question 4

How do you do a running brake test?

Answer 4

-into B1
- observe ammeter and BC
- move further into brake zone
- observe again
- into coast