Safeworking books 9 - 12 Flashcards
What are the different loops within the MURL?
- Caulfield Underground Loop
- Northern Underground Loop
- Burnley Underground Loop
- Clifton Hill/City Circle Underground Loop
What is the objective of Single Line Working?
To allow trains to run in both directions over a single line, in times of obstruction or track repair
How is the Pilot identified?
With a red arm band saying “Pilot” or a red flag
What is the speed when in the Single Line Working section?
Reduced speed cautiously
What coloured lights must be carried on the front of the train when operating the single line section in the wrong direction, during darkness or poor weather?
Red marker lights, or hazard lights if available
What precautions must a driver take while operating over the single line?
Be aware of track workers, sound whistle frequently, drive cautiously
What is the maximum speed permitted over facing points when operating in the wrong direction?
15km/h
What is the authority to enter the Single Line Working section?
The Pilot
What aspect must the signal controlling the entry into the Single Line section be secured at?
Stop
What is the authority to exit the Single Line Working section?
Proceed aspect on fixed signal, if available. Or green hand signal
Does a driver need to obey signal aspects when running in the right direction during Single Line Working?
Yes
What are the three exceptions to pass a Home Signal at Stop?
- Defective
- Single Line Working
- Track circuited with no low-speed caution or calling-on
All trains proceeding in the direction of the Single Line Working must be stopped at the attended signal box in the rear and the drivers verbally informed that Single Line Working is operating in the next section.
I couldn’t think of how to make this a question, so just read that previous statement and remember it for the exam
Do you know the difference between a pilot dispatching a train and accompanying a train?
Yes
How are both ends of the obstructed line protected under Single Line Working?
(Not under absolute occupation)
A red hand signal is placed on the obstructed line at least (if possible) 400m from the point of Single Line Working commencement
How are both ends of the obstructed line protected under Single Line Working if there is Absolute Occupation? (2)
- Red flag signaller placed at entrance of Absolute Occupation area
- Flag signaller will have placed 3 ATWs 10m apart on single rail
What is the maximum speed a train can pass a level crossing in the wrong direction?
15km/h
Under Single Line Working, what authority will a relief driver receive to assist if the Pilot is on board a train that has become disabled?
Train Authority
Under Single Line Working, what authority will a relief driver receive to assist a disabled train if the Pilot is not on board?
Pilots Authority plus written instructions
What is the required speed a relief driver can drive the train when going in to assist a disabled train on Single Line Working?
Cautiously at reduced speed
Who will issue instructions if a train becomes obstructed on Single Line Working?
Rail Safety Manager
Under Single Line Working, if a train becomes disabled and there is no communication, does the driver need to protect their train?
No
If a train becomes disabled under Single Line Working, what must the driver of the disabled train do? (6)
- Ensure red marker lights are illuminated
- Carry out Full Cab Unattended
- Take DRA, portable radio, and red flag/torch
- Proceed 500m from train in relieving direction, or at first fixed signal at Stop protecting the train (if closer)
- Display red hand signal
- Inform Train Control you are in place
Under Single Line Working, what speed must a relieving driver proceed at to the location of the disabled train? (3)
- Reduced speed cautiously
- Stop 2km from disabled train
- 15km to the disabled train
What are those five Cs again?
- Confer
- Couple
- Cancel
- Continuity
- Contact
(*sneaky Communication)
If a driver is at an unattended location and required to cancel their own Train Authority, what extra information are they required to give the Train Controller?
The exact time the Train Authority was cancelled
Under Single Line Working if a train has become disabled in section and the relief driver is entering the section under the Pilot’s Authority and Written Instruction, what is the relieving driver required to sign?
The Signaller’s Written Instructions copy
When is the only time you need a Train Authority under Single Line Working?
If the Pilot is stuck on a train that has become disabled in section
If a train is disabled on Single Line Working and all communication has failed, what must a driver do? (3)
- Make a PA
- Remain on train
- Continue attempts at communication with Train Controller
What should a driver do if they encounter an obstruction in a Single Line Working section?
- Contact train controller, who will contact Rail Safety manager and receive special instructions
What safeworking system does the MURL tunnel operate under?
Bi-directional ABS
What trains run on the Caulfield Underground Loop? (4)
Where are the entry/exit points?
- Pakenham Line
- Cranbourne Line
- Frankston Line
- Sandringham Line
Entry/exists:
- Richmond Junction (2)
- Southern Cross (1)
What lines run on the Northern Underground group? (5)
What are the entry/exit points?
- Cragieburn Line
- Sunbury Line
- Upfield Line
- Werribee Line
- Williamstown Line
Entry/exits:
- Flinders St (platform 4 & 5) (1)
- North Melbourne (platforms 1 - 4) (2)
What lines run on the Burnley Underground loop? (4)
Where are the entry/exits?
- Lilydale
- Belgrave
- Glen Waverly
- Alamein
Entry/exits:
- Richmond Junction (e box) (1)
- Southern Cross (1)
What lines run on the City Circle/Clifton Hill Underground loop? (3)
Where are the entry/exit points?
- Hurstbridge
- Mernda
- City Circle
Entry/exit:
- Southern Cross
- Jolimont
- Flinders Street
Where are the automatic signals located in the MURL?
Lol, there are none
Which home signals are controlled by the Area Controller in the MURL? (3)
- Entrance or exit of the Underground Loop tunnel
- The departure end of each platform
- Junctions within the MURL
Do low-speed caution aspects on the Home signals that govern the entrance to the MURL apply to the MURL lines?
No, they apply for the non-MURL lines
What will a driver need to do in the MURL if a Home signal that protects points is defective and route line is displayed? (3)
- Perform Cab Unattended
- Inspect points
- Inform Area Controller of their position
What will a driver need to do in the MURL if a Home signal that protects points is defective and route line is not displayed? (4)
- Perform Cab Unattended
- Inspect points
- Place handlock and secure points
- Advise the Area Controller
When can a driver authorise themselves to pass a signal at Danger within the MURL?
Never
