Safety Of The Line Incidents

Question 1

Give 1 reason for a stop short incident?

Answer 1

Obstruction ahead

The number of coaches is more than planned due to an earlier failure or disruption

Question 2

Who can give permission for a train movement before station work is complete?

Answer 2

Signaller

Question 3

Describe your actions if you are wrong routed?

Answer 3

Stop the train at the signal if it is possible to do so safely
Tell the signaller
Act on the signaller instructions

Question 4

Describe your actions if a signal ahead changes from a proceed aspect to stop?

Answer 4

Bring your train to a stand immediately
Contact signaller
Do not move your train until authorised to do so

Question 5

What item of in cab equipment must be checked if you pass a signal at danger without authority?

Answer 5

TPWS

Question 6

What will be required to undergo following a category A SPAD?

Answer 6

Alcohol and drugs screening

Question 7

What is required if you are asked to examine the line during poor visibility or through a tunnel?

Answer 7

A

Question 8

What is the maximum speed if you are asked to examine the line through a tunnel?

Answer 8

10 mph

Question 9

What is the maximum maximum speed to examine OLE?

Answer 9

20 mph