Safeworking - Absolute Block Working Flashcards

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What is Absolute Block Working?

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A method of Safe working to allow only one rail vehicle at a time between the Absolute Signal and the defined end of the Block point

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What is the Object of Absolute Block Working?

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  • To prevent more than one rail traffic movement being in the section of track between the defined Absolute Block Working limits at the same time
  • To prevent a rail traffic movement from entering a defined Absolute Block Working limits whilst a preceding rail traffic movement is occupying the defined limits concerned
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Where does Absolute Block Working start and finish?

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Between the Absolute Signal and the defined end of the Block point

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