Setting Back Trains Flashcards
What does ‘Set Back’ mean?
The procedure performed when the train needs to be driven back in the direction it came from.
What does ‘Propelling’ mean?
The braking and powering of a train from any cab except the leading cab.
Can only be performed with a competent employee.
How fast can you go when Propelling?
15kmh
How fast can you go when Setting Back?
Extreme Caution
What happens if communication is lost or not understood during Set Back or Propelling?
Stop the train immediately
Communication is of vital importance
What are the different ways you can communicate with a competent employee during Set Back or Propelling?
Comeng
- Bell system
- DTRS Motor Car number call
- Whistle Codes
Siemens/XTrapolis
- Cab to Cab Intercom
- DTRS Motor Car Number call
- Whistle Codes
Describe how Bell Codes work.
One bell - Call Attention
Two bells - Proceed
Three bells - Set Back
Four bells - Call competent emp. to front
Series of bells - Emergency STOP
What must you/competent employee do when you/they hear a bell code?
Repeat it back to confirm it has been heard and understood
Who gives authority to Set Back a train in Metrol Controlled Area?
Senior Network Controller
Who gives authority to Set Back a train within Station Limits?
Verbal Authority from Controlling Signaller
Who gives authority to Set Back a train when outside of Metrol Controlled Area and Station Limits (everywhere else)?
Train Authority
Who gives authority to set back in MURL?
Train Authority
What is the procedure for setting back a train in the Metrol Controlled Area?
Obtain authority from Senior Network Controller
Senior Network Controller will supervise Set Back movement
All applicable fixed signals will be placed to stop (sleeved/blocked)
Driver will receive a Reactive Track Access form if required
When performing Set Back in MURL what has to happen?
Before authorising the move the Area Controller must prevent any train entering the tunnel towards the train authorised to return
