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Hand Signals

How can a red hand signal be displayed (day/night)?

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Day - Raise arms above head or wave a red flag

Night - A red light or any colour light waved violently

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Hand Signals

Move towards (day/night)?

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Day - Wave arm inwardly across body

Night - Wave a white light slowly from side to side across the body

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Hand Signals

Move towards slowly (day/night)?

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Day - Wave arm inwardly across the body with other arm raised above head

Night - Wave a green light slowly from side to side across the body

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Hand Signals

Move away (day/night)?

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Day - Wave arm in a circle across the body

Night - Wave a white light slowly up and down

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Hand Signals

Move away slowly (day/night)?

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Day - Wave arm in a circle across the body with the other arm raised above the head

Night - Wave a green light slowly up and down

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Hand Signals

Ease up (day/night)?

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Day - Raise both hands above the head in an arch and then separate

Night - Wave a green light slowly from side to side across the body

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Hand Signals

All right (day/night)?

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Day - Hold arm in a horizontal position or a white flag

Night - A white light held steady

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Hand Signals

All clear - proceed (day/night)?

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Day - A green flag held steady

Night - A green light held steady

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Hand Signals

What does a green flag waved from side to side mean?

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Caution.

Driver to proceed at max 25kp/h

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Hand Signals

After receiving a waved green flag, when can you resume normal track speed?

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When a steady green (all clear) hand signal is received

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What does a white light waved vigorously mean?

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Stop

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Track Force Protection

Why is Track Force Protection required?

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To allow for urgent, non-scheduled repairs to be undertaken

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Track Force Protection

For track maintenance protection, what does a yellow flag indicate?

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Warning

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Track Force Protection

Who would display the warning (yellow) flag?

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Outer Flagman

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Track Force Protection

What are the driver’s duties after exploding ATW’s? (5)

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  • Reduce speed
  • Sound long whistle
  • Press MAD button
  • Look for Inner Flagman/workers
  • Be prepared to STOP
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Track Force Protection

What are the defined areas for track maintenance protection? (3)

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  • Inner Suburban
  • Suburban
  • Country
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Track Force Protection

Where does the Inner Suburban area extend to?

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FSS to up end of Richmond, Jolimont and North Melbourne

As well as the Metro and Freight Bypass track

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Track Force Protection

In the Inner Suburban area are ATW’s used?

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No

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Track Force Protection

In the Inner Suburban area, where is the Outer Flagman?

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2 fixed signals

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Track Force Protection

Where is the Inner Flagman in the Inner Suburban area?

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100m

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Track Force Protection

In the Suburban area, where is the Outer Flagman?

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3 fixed signals, a signal box or 1200m (whichever is closest)

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Track Force Protection

Where is the Inner Flagman in the Suburban area?

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200m

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Track Force Protection

In the Country area, where is the Outer Flagman?

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3 fixed signals, a signal box or 2000m - 4000m (whichever is closest)

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Track Force Protection

If you explode ATW’s and the Outer Flagman can’t be seen, what are the driver’s responsibilities? (4)

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  • Reduce speed
  • Sound long whistle
  • Report to TC
  • Proceed cautiously
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Track Force Protection Is Track Force Protection for long or short periods?
Short periods whilst the gang is working
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Permanent Way Boards Are permanent way signs for short term or long term speed reductions?
Long / Extended periods
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Permanent Way Boards What side of the track are permanent way boards placed?
Left hand side
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Permanent Way Boards How far from the point of works are the Warning boards?
1200m
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Permanent Way Boards How far from the point of works are the Caution boards?
200m
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Permanent Way Boards How far from the point of works is the NS board?
200m
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Permanent Way Boards To what trains does the NS board apply?
Trains of 8 cars or less
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Permanent Way Boards How far from the point of works is the N board?
1200m
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WON When is WON issued? Where do you find them?
- Issued Tuesday mornings - Can be found in Paperlite
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Rail Corridor Workers near the line, but not on the line - What role will be placed prior to the maintenance area?
Lookout
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Rail Corridor What hand signal will the Lookout give the approaching driver?
All right
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Rail Corridor What are the drivers responsibilities when sighting workers in rail corridor? (3)
- Sound long whistle - Look for 'All right' hand signal from Lookout - If no 'All right' hand signal is given, reduce speed and sound long whistle again
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Automatic Train Stops What position is Automatic Train Stop in for Proceed signal and Stop signal?
Signal at Proceed - Train stop lowered Signal at Stop - Train stop is raised
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Automatic Train Stops Who would you report faults with Train Stops to?
Train Controller
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Automatic Train Stops After tripping, what speed may the diver do?
Extreme Caution
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Automatic Train Stops What types of train stops are there? (3)
- Automatic - Speed Proving - Fixed
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Automatic Train Stops What speed, generally, will be done at speed proving train stops?
25km/h
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Automatic Train Stops Where do you find a fixed train stop? (2)
- A non-wired section - End of track section
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Automatic Train Stops What is the procedure for vandalised train stops? (4)
- Full cab unattended - Reactive Track Access if required - PPE - Remove object with use of Switch stick
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Automatic Train Stops Defective Train Stop. Can the signal be considered defective? What is the procedure?
- No - Train stop must be reported to Train Control immediately. If signal has proceed aspect and emergency brakes have applied, Tripping in the vicinity of a Signal must be followed
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Automatic Train Stops What is the procedure for 'Back tripping'? (11)
- Stop the train - Check if the train has derailed - TEC call - Reactive Track Access if required - PA announcement - Full cab unattended - Locate lowered trip and raise it, or if defective, isolate it - Return to leading cab - Contact Train Control and cancel Reactive Track Access if granted - Provide MCN of lowered trip or book defective trip as per FMP - Proceed at Extreme Caution to next fixed signal
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Automatic Train Stops What is the procedure for tripping in the vicinity of a Home or Dwarf Signal? (5)
- Stop the train - Check if derailed - Call Signaller / Train Controller - PA announcement - Act under instructions from Signaller / Train Controller (DO NOT MOVE THE TRAIN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO)
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Automatic Train Stops What is the procedure for tripping in the vicinity of an Automatic Signal? (6)
- Stop the train - Check if derailed - Make TEC call - PA announcement - DO NOT MOVE UNTIL INSTRUCTED by Train Control - Once authority received, Rule 1 Section 3
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Automatic Train Stops What is the procedure for tripping not in the vicinity of a Signal? (7)
- Stop the train - Check if derailed - TEC call - PA announcement - Look for any obvious reasons (debris) - Reset trip valve - Extreme caution to the next fixed signal
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Automatic Train Stops PAE procedure? (5)
- Stop. Do not reset the trip and DO NOT MOVE the train - Check if derailed - TEC call (if fouling REC call) - PA announcement - Act under instructions from Train Control
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Level Crossings Name TWO types of Level Crossings? (2)
- Boom gate - Tramway
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Level Crossings What is the purpose of the flashing side light?
Indicates to the Driver that the Level Crossing warning devices are active and functioning
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Level Crossings What type of Whistle Boards are there? (3)
- Normal - Healthy State Indicator - Predictor Board
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Level Crossings How far from the Level Crossing is the normal type of whistle board?
400m
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Level Crossings What colour is the cross on the Healthy State Indicator board?
Yellow
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What is the purpose of the Predictor board?
Provide constant warning times for the flashing light operation on the Level Crossing
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Level Crossings When do you sound a long whistle?
When starting train from a platform near a crossing with no boom gates or barriers
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Level Crossings Explain an 'Emergency Whistle'
A series of short, urgent blasts used when a road user or pedestrian is or may be in danger
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Level Crossings What are the whistle instructions when trains are approaching a Level Crossing from both directions?
Continuous whistle until both trains are in the crossing
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Level Crossings Who do you report Level Crossing defects to?
Train Controller
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Level Crossings If a Level Crossing fails to operate, do you make a TEC or REC call?
REC
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Level Crossings What distance is the Bell Block from the Level Crossing?
3m
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Level Crossings Will the Bell Block work in wrong line moves?
Yes
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Level Crossings Are you permitted to cross an unprotected Level Crossing?
No
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Level Crossings What will turning the 5P key switch to 'Normal' do?
Revert the fixed signal to Stop, and raise the booms
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Level Crossings When might a driver operate the 5P switch?
When delayed at a platform (eg. sick passenger, train fault)
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Level Crossings Can you remove your key from the 5P switch when in the normal postion?
No
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Level Crossings - Tramway Square How far from the Tramway Square is the advance warning sign?
200m
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Level Crossings - Tramway Square When does the driver need to be at the restricted speed when approaching a Tramway Square?
At the Tram Square board
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Level Crossings - Tramway Square When may the driver resume normal speed at a Tramway Square?
Once the driver cab has past the applicable clearance board - 'End 3 car' at 80m - 'End 6 car' at 160m
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Two Position Signals What are the types of Two position signals? (2)
- Light - Disc
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Two Position Signals Where are the Two position signals?
Frankston
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Two Position Signals What are the classes of Two position signals? (5)
- Home - Dwarf - Disc - Distant - Calling On
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Two Position Signals What do Two position HOME signals protect? (5)
- Stations - Signal Boxes - Sidings - Level Crossings - Junctions
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Two Position Signals What aspects can a Two position signal give? (2)
- Stop - Proceed
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Two Position Signals What does a Two position HOME proceed indicate? (4)
- Points are set for the move - Track ahead is clear to the next signal - Proceed at track speed - Next signal is unknown
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Two Position Signals What is the purpose of Calling On?
Allows a train to enter an occupied road when the Home signal is track circuited
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Two Position Signals What track does a Calling On apply to?
Same track as the Home signal above it
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Two Position Signals What aspects does a Calling On signal have? (2)
- Normal (light extinguished) - Proceed (yellow light)
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Two Position Signals What movements do Dwarf and Disc signals control? (4)
- Running line to Running line - Running line to Siding - Siding to Running line - Siding to Siding
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Two Position Signals Disc at proceed, what does this indicate?
- Points are set for the move - Track ahead may or may not be occupied - Proceed at 'reduced speed cautiously' being prepared to stop short of any obstruction - Next signal is unknown
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Two Position Signals What colours could you see on a Two position Dwarf? (5)
- Green - Yellow - Red - Blue - Purple
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Two Position Signals Where might you see a 'yellow' on a Two position Dwarf?
On the same post as a Home signal with the word 'Siding' beneath the Dwarf light
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Two Position Signals Where can the 'Siding Dwarf' take you?
Shunting movements into Sidings only
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Two Position Signals What does a Two position Dwarf at Proceed indicate? (4)
- Points are set for the move - Track ahead may or may not be occupied - Proceed cautiously being prepared to stop short of any obstruction - Next signal is unknown
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Two Position Signals What are the aspects of a Two position Dwarf on the same post as Home signal? (2)
- Proceed - Normal
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Three Position Signals Explain a Track circuit
An electric system that detects the presence of a train on a section of track
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Three Position Signals Explain Axel Counter technology
Sensors located at defined points on the network (signals) record numbers of axels passing when a train passes through and collates this data with the signal in advance and rear
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Three Position Signals When reporting Signals, how do you refer to the lights? (3)
A = Top light B = Bottom light C = Third light positioned on some Home signals
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Three Position Signals What type of Three position signals does Metro have?
Light
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Three Position Signals What classes of Three position signals does Metro have? (3)
- Home - Dwarf - Automatic
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Three Position Signals How are Home signals distinguished?
Two lights are placed vertically one above the other
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Three Position Signals How are Home signals controlled?
By a Signaller
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Three Position Signals Where are Home signals located? (5)
- Stations - Signal Boxes - Sidings - Level Crossings - Junctions
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Three Position Signals What is the purpose of Automatic Signals?
Expediate the passage of trains by dividing a long section of track into shorter sections
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Three Position Signals How are Automatic Signals distinguished?
The two lights are staggered
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Three Position Signals How are Automatic Signals normally controlled?
By the passage of trains
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Three Position Signals How are Dwarf Signals controlled?
By a Signaller
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Three Position Signals What colours could you see on a Three position Dwarf Signal? (5)
- Green - Yellow - Red - Blue - Purple
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Three Position Signals How many aspects can a Three position Home show?
Seven
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Three Position Signals What are the aspects a Three position Home can show? (7)
- Clear Normal Speed - Normal Speed Warning - Clear Medium Speed - Medium Speed Warning - Reduce to Medium - Low Speed Caution - Stop
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Three Position Signals How many aspects can an Automatic Signal display?
Six
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Three Position Signals What is the purpose of a Low Speed Caution on a Home signal?
Allows a train to enter an occupied road when the Home signal is track circuited
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Three Position Signals For an ATC Home Departure, can you increase to track speed after clearing the points if you departed on a Medium Speed Warning?
No
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Three Position Signals What aspects on the Home and Dwarf (acting as ATC Home Departure) would allow you to power to track speed once cleared of any points?
- Clear Low speed - Clear Medium speed
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Three Position Signals What do Clear Medium Speed indicate on a Home Signal?
- Points are set for the move - Track ahead is clear to the next fixed signal - Speed is Medium speed 40km/h to next fixed signal - Next fixed signal will display a proceed aspect
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Three Position Signals If a Clear Medium Speed is displayed with an illuminated 65km/h / 80km/h, what does it mean?
Points ahead are high speed points, track speed is the illuminated number (65km/h / 80km/h)
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Three Position Signals Can you get an illuminated 65km/h / 80km/h with a Medium Speed Warning?
No, next signal will be at stop
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Three Position Signals What does an illuminated 'A' mean? (3)
- The points for the home signal it is attached to are set for the mainline, and the Signal Box is Switched Out - The signal is operating in fleeting mode, via the passage of trains - Rules that apply with regards to passing it at Stop are now the same as for Automatic Signals
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Three Position Signals When the illuminated 'A' is on, how should that Home Signal be considered?
As an Automatic Signal
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Three Position Signals What aspects can a Three position Dwarf display? (3)
- Clear Low Speed - Low Speed Caution - Stop
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Three Position Signals If a Dwarf Signal departs you into the ATC section, can you increase the speed after the points if you get a Clear Low Speed?
Yes
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Three Position Signals What class of Signals can have a marker light and what colour is it? (2)
Home & Automatic Red
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Three Position Signals Does a defective Banner Indicator mean the Signal is defective?
No
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Three Position Signals What is the procedure for a defective Banner Indicator? (3)
- Report to Train Controller - Presume the next fixed signal is displaying safest aspect, Stop - Reduce speed of train to enable a stop should the next signal display a Stop aspect
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Signals out of use How does a driver know that a signal has been taken out of use? (2)
- Safe Working Circular on depot notice boards - Weekly Operational Notice (WON)
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Signals out of use How do you know when a signal is brought back into use?
Same notification procedures as signal taken out of use (WON & Safe Working Circular)
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Signals out of use What is done to a signal that is out of use? (3)
- A Black Cross is painted across the front of the Light or Disc - All signal lights are extinguished - A bag placed over the signal
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Signals out of use If a signal is booked as out of use but you notice the lights are not extinguished, who do you report it to?
Train Controller
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Multiple Signals How are multiple signals of the same class on the same post read?
Top to bottom, Left to right
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Multiple Signals Why do we have co-acting signals?
Used where a signal cannot be easily seen due to something obstructing the view
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Multiple Signals How do you tell if a signal is a co-actor?
It will share the same number as the original signal and may by followed by the letter 'P'
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Multiple Signals If a Co-actor has a conflicting aspect, how do you treat it?
Both signals must be considered at the safest aspect (Stop) and train must be brought to a stand
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Route Indicators What are the types of Route Indicators? (3)
- Arrow Type (Painted Arrows and Illuminated Arrows) - Letter Type (Dual Gauge, Illuminated Letters and Theatre Type) - Feather Type
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Route Indicators What do painted arrow Route Indicators work in conjunction with?
The aspects the signal displays
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Route Indicators For Feather Type, would you get a row of LED's if you are going straight ahead?
No
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Route Indicators Are Line Indicators considered as Route Indicators?
No
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Route Indicators If a driver sees an incorrect aspect or Route Indicator for the intended route, what do they do? (3)
- Attempt to stop the train before the signal - Communicate with the Signaller - Receive the new aspect and route indication
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Route Indicators If wrong routed and unable to stop before the signal, what does the driver do? (6)
- Communicate with the Signaller or Train Controller - Act under the instructions provided - PA announcement - Change ends (Reactive Track Access as required) - Obtain the correct authority and set the train back as instructed - Complete an irregularity report and submit
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Safety Critical Errors Who do you contact after a PAE?
Train Controller
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Safety Critical Errors After a PAE, what speed do you proceed at once permission to move train is granted?
Extreme Caution until the whole train has cleared the next fixed signal
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Safety Critical Errors What is 'STDS'?
Signal - Check the signal is displaying a proceed aspect Time - Check departure time Departure - Carry out departure sequence Second Look - Take a second look at the signal
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Signal Irregularities When detained at a Home, Disc or Dwarf, what are the duties of the driver? (6)
- Sound Long Whistle - Contact the Signaller/Area Controller/Train Controller - Provide TDN, Signal Post number and Position of train - Receive reason for the delay and duration - Inform passengers - Inform Train Control if not satisfied with the reason for the delay
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Signal Irregularities What are Irregular aspects? (6)
- Absence of a signal aspect at a place where a signal is normally shown - A signal imperfectly displayed (flickering/disc not turned correctly) - A white light at a place where normally a coloured aspect should be - Conflicting signal aspects on co-acting signals - Signal reverting to Stop prior to train passing - Signal displaying an indication or combination of indications not specified in Rules and Operating Procedures
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Signal Irregularities How do you consider all Irregular aspects?
At their safest aspect - Stop
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Signal Irregularities If you came across an Irregular aspect, who would you report it to?
Signaller or Train Controller
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Signal Irregularities How can drivers be notified of Irregular aspects? (2)
- CAN notice or - Transmitted via DTRS
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Signal Irregularities Is a CAN notice an authority to pass a signal at Stop?
No
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Signal Irregularities How are Home and Automatic Signals protected when defective at Proceed?
By a Hand Signaller who will obscure the signal and place 2 ATW's ten metres apart at a sufficient distance prior to the defective signal. Hand Signaller will display a Red Hand signal to Stop any train
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Signal Irregularities What authority is required to pass a defective Home Signal that protects a Tramway Square?
Signallers Caution Order
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Signal Irregularities Why do Signal Boxes Switch Out?
Due to not being required for Terminating or Stabling moves
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Signal Irregularities AT what position will the Home Signal be at for a driver to see the illuminated 'A'?
Stop
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Signal Irregularities What Two factors does the driver need to consider when there is a failure of the 'A' in deciding their course of action? (2)
- If the signal is remotely controlled or locally controlled - If communication is available or not available
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Signal Irregularities In which circumstances can a driver assume the illuminated 'A' is defective?
None
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Signal Irregularities What are some of the ways in determining if the Signal Box is Switched Out when the illuminated 'A' is not displayed? (3)
- Call the Signaller - Call the Train Controller - Look for the 'Signal Box Closed' sign
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Signal Irregularities When presented with a Stop aspect on a Home Signal with an illuminated 'A' that is extinguished If a Signal Box is locally controlled and there is no response to a Long Whistle, what would the driver do next?
Try to contact the Local Signaller, then inform the Train Controller of the circumstances via DTRS
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Signal Irregularities When presented with a Stop aspect on a Home Signal with an illuminated 'A' that is extinguished If a Signal Box is locally controlled but you have no communication, how will you ascertain if it is switched in/out? (2)
- Full cab unattended procedure - Proceed to Signal Box and look for 'Signal Box Closed' sign on display
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Signal Irregularities Once it has been ascertained that the Signal Box is Switched Out, what are the drivers duties? (4)
- Ascertain if a competent employee (operation of signals) is onsite - If not available, when returning to train, ensure all the points protected by the Home signal are set for the passage of the train - Once set, pass Home signal in accordance with Rule 1, Section 3 - Inform Train Control at first opportunity
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Signal Irregularities Disc and Dwarf, defective at Proceed. How are they protected?
Hand Signaller will obscure the light. Hand Signaller will signal in place of the signal under the instruction of the signaller until the signal is repaired
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Signal Irregularities How many ATW's are used for Home & Automatic Signals defective at proceed?
Two
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ABS What does ABS stand for?
Automatic Block Signalling system
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What is the object of ABS? (2)
- Two or more trains travelling in the same direction, prevent more than one train being in a track section at the same time - On Bi-directional lines, prevent trains running in opposing directions being in a single line section at same time
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ABS What kinds of sections do we have on ABS? (4)
- Block section - Track section - Station Limits - Single line section (sometimes)
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ABS Explain Block section
Section of track between Station Limits normally controlled by Automatic Signals
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ABS Explain Track Section
Section of track between two fixed signals
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ABS Explain what Station Limits are
Portion of line that is under direct control of a Signaller and protected by the positioning of Home Signals
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ABS What are the defined Station Limits of ABS?
Between Arriving Home Signal and the first Automatic Signal in advance of the Departing Home Signal, or if no Departing Home Signal, the first Automatic Signal ahead of the Arriving Home Signal
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ATC What is the object of ATC? (2)
- Two or more trains travelling in the same direction, prevent more than one train being in a track section at the same time - When two trains are proceeding in opposing directions, prevent more than one train entering the single line section at the same time
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ATC What are the Station Limits?
Portion of line between opposing Arrival Signals
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ATC What do Home Arrivals control?
The entrance of trains into crossing loops
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ATC What do Home Departures do?
Control the entrance of trains from the crossing loops into single line section
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ATC Do the Home Arrivals and Home Departures have Low Speed Cautions on them?
- Home Arrivals = Yes - Home Departures = No, unless protecting a siding
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Exceptions How many exceptions to pass ABS Home Signals at Stop?
Three
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Exceptions What authority is required for a defective Home Signal on ABS?
- Signallers Caution Order if protecting points or Tramway Square - Verbal Instructions if not protecting points or Tramway Square
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Exceptions What authority is required for Single Line Working?
Pilot's Authority
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Exceptions What authority for Home ABS when track circuited and no Low Speed?
Competent employee to pilot and verbal permission from Signaller
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Exceptions How many exceptions for Disc / Dwarf Signals on ABS?
Two
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Exceptions What Authority is required for defective Disc / Dwarf on ABS?
Verbal Instructions or Hand Signaller
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Exceptions What Authority for Disc / Dwarf for Single Line Working on ABS?
Pilot's Authority
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Exceptions How many exceptions to pass Home Arrival on ATC system?
One
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Exceptions How many exceptions to pass Home Departure on ATC system?
Two
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Exceptions What authority is required for a Home Arrival that is defective on ATC?
Signaller Caution Order
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Exceptions What authority is required for a Home Departure that is defective on ATC?
ATC Systems Caution Order
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Exceptions What authority is required for assisting a disabled train on ATC to pass the Home Departure at Stop?
Train Authority
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Exceptions How can drivers receive Caution Orders?
- Handed to them - Transmitted (from recorded locations) - Dictated (from non-recorded locations)
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Exceptions If a Dwarf was defective, the driver could be given verbal permission to pass, what else could be done?
Hand Signaller could be used in place of the signal
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Exceptions If a Pilot permits the driver to pass Home / Dwarf / Disc for Single Line Working entrance, how does the driver exit?
Proceed aspect and/or verbal permission from Controlling Signaller
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Exceptions How would a driver get their Signallers Caution Order for a defective Home Arrival at an attended location?
Handed to them or Transmitted dependant on location and whether there is detection on the points
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Exceptions On ATC, how would a driver get their Caution Order for a defective Home Arrival at a recorded unattended location?
Transmitted
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Exceptions What is the difference between getting a Caution Order Transmitted or Dictated?
Driver needs to write down the details and repeat back for dictated
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Exceptions At an attended location once a train has arrived complete, who cancels Train Authorities and ATC Caution Orders?
The Signaller
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Exceptions At an unattended location once a train has arrived complete, who cancels Train Authorities and ATC Caution Orders?
The Driver (Train Authorities only after contact with Train Controller)
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Exceptions How many exceptions for a Home Departure signal on ATC?
Two
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Exceptions If a Home Arrival Signal was not protecting points, what authority is required if it's defective?
Verbal Instruction from Signaller
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Exceptions If a Dwarf Signal allowed entrance into the ATC single line section, how many exceptions to pass it at Stop?
Two
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Exceptions If an Intermediate Dwarf within Station Limits, how many exceptions?
One
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Rule 1, Section 3 Can you assume an Automatic Signal is defective?
No
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Rule 1, Section 3 When performing Rule 1 Section 3, How should you expect to find the section?
Damaged, Obstructed or Occupied
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Rule 1, Section 3 If a section is known to be occupied, should a driver perform Rule 1 Section 3?
No
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Rule 1, Section 3 What are the driver's duties prior to tripping in signal? (4)
- Determine if it is safe to apply Rule1, Section 3 - Ring Automated message and follow all instructions - Make PA announcement - Sound Long Whistle prior to moving train
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Rule 1, Section 3 What information do you give to the phone message? (3)
- Name - Motor Car No. - Signal Number -TDN
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Rule 1, Section 3 If you cannot call the Automated number, can the driver perform Rule 1 Section 3?
Yes, after waiting 30 seconds
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Rule 1, Section 3 Define Extreme Caution
Max speed of 25km/h or track speed if less, being able to stop in half the distance that can be seen, always expecting to find the track damaged, occupied or obstructed until the entire train has cleared the next fixed signal
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Rule 1, Section 3 What are some of the reason the driver may choose not to do Rule 1 Section 3? (4)
- Braking distance for train (gradient etc.) - Isolated or defective equipment - Extremely bad weather conditions - Poor / Restricted visibility
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Special Speeds What is the speed when arriving at a dead end terminal location?
25km/h
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Special Speeds When does the speed of the train need to be at the required speed when entering a dead end terminal location?
At the start of the platform
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Special Speeds What is the normal diverging speed?
40km/h
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Special Speeds When must a driver be at the speed restriction for a Speed Board?
When the leading cab passes the Speed Board
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Special Speeds When must a driver be at the speed restriction for a Curve Board?
Before entering the curve
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Special Speeds What temperature apply to WOLO 80?
38 - 41 degrees (rail temp of 55-57 degrees)
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Special Speeds What temperature apply to WOLO 70?
42 degrees and above (58+ rail head)
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Special Speeds What is the speed restriction if passing through a level crossing on a wrong line move?
15km/h
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Special Speeds What is the speed restriction when passing over points held by hand / point clips?
15km/h
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Special Speeds What is the speed restriction when propelling / drive brake from non-leading cab?
15km/h
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Point Machines What are the two levers on a Dual Control Point Machine?
- Selector Lever - Hand Throw Lever
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Point Machines Dual Control Point Machines are commonly used in which safeworking system?
ATC
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Point Machines What is the purpose of Dual Control Point Machines and Electro Pneumatic Point Machines?
To allow for the remote control of the points by a Signaller or for manual operations by a Driver or Competent Employee in the case of failure
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Point Machines On a Dual Control Point Machine, what are the TWO positions of the Selector Lever?
Motor - For remote control and to prevent manual operation Hand - For manual operation and preventing remote control
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Point Machines What are the TWO positions of of the 'Hand Throw Lever' on a Dual Control Point Machine?
Normal & Reverse
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Point Machines Can a Driver be instructed to put a Dual Control Point Machine back into 'Motor position' after manual operation?
Yes
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Point Machines What is in the Electro Pneumatic Point Machine? (4)
- Operating Instructions - Power / Manual switch - Red directional Control Lever - Pump Handle socket
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Point Machines Electro Pneumatic Point Machines are commonly used in which safeworking system?
ABS
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Point Machines Can you put a Electro Pneumatic Point Machine back to power when manual operation complete?
No, only a SMT can
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Point Machines Under whose authority would you operate point machines?
Train Control or Signaller
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Point Machines How are the tracks set for Reverse position and Normal position?
Reverse = Points are set for the diverge Normal = Points are set for the mainline
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Siding Operations Name the THREE items you may find at a train that prevent you from commencing train prep
- Banner - Red Flag - 'Danger Men at Work' Tag
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Siding Operations What does a Safety Banner tell you?
Either the train behind it or the overhead is being worked on by maintenance
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Siding Operations Can you start your train prep if there is a Banner or Red Flag on your train?
No
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Siding Operations Who would you call if you found a Banner or Red Flag on your train prior to train prep?
DAO
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Siding Operations What does 'IN CLEAR' mean?
Not fouling points or other lines
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Siding Operations What does Metro Business Risk mean?
Drivers are not able (or expected) to prep certain parts of the train due to infrastructure, obstructions or dangerous locations
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Siding Operations What TWO types of manually operated point levers are there in Sidings?
- Willet Spring Activated Points (WSA) - Coates Cushion Weighted (CCW) hand points
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Siding Operations When entering a yard with WSA points, what is the duty of the driver?
Ensure points are set for the vacant road
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Siding Operations What TWO types of protections are there in Sidings?
- Hayes Derail - Catch points
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Siding Operations How far should trains be stabled from baulks or other trains?
1 - 2 metres
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Siding Operations Explain 'TR point' and 'Fouling point'
TR point - 'Train Register' is the point that registers to the Signaller that the train is prepped and ready to enter service Fouling point - Where the train is blocking another track
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Siding Operations Before moving the train out of the Siding, who must the Driver contact if all the Sidings share a common Signal?
Any other driver who is prepping a train to ascertain which train will depart first
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Hand Operated Gates Who do you report to if the gates are faulty?
- Train Controller - Principal Driver
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Hand Operated Gates Which Driver/s Open and Close the Gates?
- Driver of first train to depart in the morning opens the gates - Driver of the last train to arrive in the Siding must close and secure the gates
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Overhead Where is the Terminal Stop Board?
15m from the end of the overhead, stop train 3m prior to the Terminal Stop Board
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Overhead What is the minimum physical distance to maintain from the Overhead?
2 metres
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Overhead What voltage is running through the overhead wires?
1500 DC
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Overhead Who remotely controls the overhead power?
Electrol
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Overhead Stanchion types? (3)
- Portal - Cantilever - Standoff
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Overhead Insulator types? (3)
- Fibreglass - Porcelain - Wood
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Overhead Explain: Stanchion numbers
Stanchion number represents distance in feet from FSS
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Overhead Explain: Contact wire
Contact wire provides power to the train via contact with the pantograph
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Overhead Explain: Catenary Wire
Catenary wire supports the contact wire
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Overhead Explain: Dropper
Dropper suspend contact wire from the catenary wire
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Overhead Explain: Dropper Feeder
Dropper Feeders conduct electricity
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Overhead Explain: Steady Arm
Steady Arm maintains the position of the contact wire
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Overhead Who do you report overhead irregularities to?
Train Controller
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Authorities How many Train Authorities should a Driver carry?
15
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Authorities How can a Driver receive a Train Authority?
- Handed by the Si8gnaller - Dictated
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Authorities Do you require a Train Authority if relief train is at a Signal Box and going to assist a disabled train?
Yes
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Authorities What should a Driver do if the instructions on a Train Authority are unclear?
Confer with the Train Controller
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Authorities What should a Driver do if they make a mistake when completing a Train Authority or need to cancel a Train Authority? (3)
Write - Cancel - Time - Date - Sign
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Authorities Who cancels Train Authority at locally and remotely controlled locations?
Locally Controlled - Signaller Remotely Controlled - Driver who must notify Train Controller when arrived complete
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Authorities When would you need to verify a Train Authority?
When you didn't receive the original directly from Train Control or Signaller or Change over Driver
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Authorities If a train travelling on a Train Authority also becomes disabled, what would the next relief driver need?
A fresh Train Authority, it will be endorsed with number of original Train Authority
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed What steps are taken prior to declaring a train disabled? (4)
- Ensure train is not derailed or fouling parallel line - Contact Train Control to advise and gain Reactive Track Access - PA Announcement - Fault Finding
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed Driver becomes disabled. After Fault finding what do they do next?
Fill out Drivers Relief Authority and dictate it to Train Control
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed What will Train Control do after receiving Drivers Relief Authority?
Prepare Train Authority once relief train arranged, instruct disabled driver to protect the train from advance or rear (only issue Train Authority once train protected)
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed What does the Driver of disabled train take with them when 'protecting' train? (3)
- Red Flag / Light - Drivers Relief Authority - Portable DTRS
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed Where is the point of protection for a disabled train? What must the Driver do when they are reach the protection position?
- 500m or first fixed signal - Contact Train Control and advise they are in position
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed Once the disabled Driver is in protection position for disabled train, what will Train Control do?
Dictate Train Authority to Driver of relief train or Local Signaller
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If a Signaller hands a Driver a Train Authority, what must the Driver do?
Read it, understand it and sign the butt of the form
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed ABS relief from the rear at a Home Signal, does the Driver need a Train Authority?
Yes
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed How would a relief Driver pass a Home Signal in the rear (ABS) after being issued with a Train Authority?
The Signal will be placed to Proceed
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed In what scenario would a Home Signal in the rear be unable to be set to Proceed to allow a relief train with Train Authority to commence rescue (ABS)? How would a Driver pass the Signal in this scenario?
- The disabled train is in the section in advance and there is no 'Low Speed Caution' - The Driver would be use the 'Track Circuited - No Low Speed Caution' Exception. (Verbal Authority from Signaller and/or Competent Employee to Pilot)
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If relief train is already in the block section, do they need a Train authority if they are pushing the train in the original direction of travel?
No, only when they rescue and pull back to the rear
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed What are the FIVE C's?
Cancel - Drivers Relief Authority obtained from Driver of disabled train and be Piloted to disabled train Confer - With Driver of disabled train Couple - Trains Conduct - Brake Continuity Test Contact - Train Control prior to departing
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed Which direction will a disabled and rescue train travel once coupled?
As stated on the Train Authority
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed ABS relief from the advance, do you need a Train Authority?
Yes
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed ABS relief from the advance, How do you travel to the disabled train?
- Reduced Speed to 2km from disabled train, bring the train to a Stop - Then 15km/h to the point of protection - Extreme Caution to the disabled train
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed On Bi-directional ABS relief from the advance, does a Driver need a Train Authority and what speed should they do?
- Yes - Extreme Caution as all signals will be at STOP - Follow Rule 1, Section 3
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If there is a Home Signal that is facing the wrong line move, can it be placed to Proceed?
No, not for the wrong line move
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed On ABS, if parallel line is obstructed by your derailed train, what steps could you take to protect the other line? (8)
- REC call - Local Train Radio (if applicable) - Emergency Track Circuited Jumper Cables - Red Flag on front of train - Red Marker lights on front of train - Flash Headlights - Whistle - ATW's sufficient distance from disabled train
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed When wouldn't you use the Emergency Jumper Cable to protect a disabled train?
If the overhead is disarranged or in axel counter areas
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed ABS relief from the rear, speed to disabled train?
Signal aspects
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed ABS train OBSTRUCTED, how does it return to the rear? What Authority and what speed?
- Train Authority - Extreme Caution
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed ABS train OBSTRUCTED and returning to the rear, How far does the train do Extreme Caution to?
Not less than 100m from the Station platform or Points
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ABS Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If a second train also needs to return to the rear, when can it get a Train Authority?
Only after the first train has arrived complete and the first Train Authority has been cancelled
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed What is the authority to enter the ATC single line section to assist a disabled train?
Train Authority
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed How would a Driver get a Train Authority if the location is unattended?
Dictated
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed How would a Driver get a Train Authority if the location is attended?
Handed
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed Relief from the rear on ATC, what authority do you need and what does it authorise a Driver to do?
- Train Authority - Authorises the relief train Driver to assist and pass the Home Departure as per exceptions
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed What speed must a Driver do when rescuing from the rear?
Extreme Caution past the Home Departure Signal, then Signal aspects
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If after coupling, the relief train returns to an unattended location in the rear, what would the relief driver be instructed to do?
Operate the Dual Control Point Machine in the 'Hand position'
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If relief from advance, what authority will you need and what is the speed to the disabled train?
- Train Authority - Signal Aspects (all signals will be at STOP)
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ATC Disabled, Derailed & Obstructed If OBSTRUCTED on ATC, what does a Driver need? How would they travel?
- Train Authority - Signal Aspects
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MURL What are the whistle requirements in the MURL? (5)
- Entering MURL tunnels - Exiting MURL tunnels - Before departing a platform - Any movement from a stationary position - Emergency situations
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MURL What SafeWorking system is in the MURL?
Bi-directional ABS
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MURL What class of signals are used in the MURL?
HOME
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MURL Which HOME signals are controlled? (4)
- Entry Signal - Exit Signal - Signals at Departure end of platforms - Signals at Junctions
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MURL How are the Intermediate HOME Signals controlled?
Passage of trains and Track circuits
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MURL On the HOME Signals governing the entrance to the MURL, can Low Speed Cautions allow entrance?
No
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MURL If defective HOME Signal protecting points in MURL, what authority is required to pass it?
Signallers Caution Order
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MURL How would a Driver receive a Signallers Caution Order in the MURL?
Transmitted
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MURL If a HOME Signal protecting the MURL Junction is defective but is displaying a 'Route line', what will the Area Controller ask the Driver to do?
Check and confirm where the points are laying
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MURL If a HOME Signal protecting the MURL Junction is defective and isn't displaying a 'Route line', what will the Area Controller ask the Driver to do?
Check and Lock the points in the position they are in (Hand Locking Bar if available)
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MURL MURL relief from REAR outside of Loop, what authority does a Driver need and what speed can they travel?
- Train Authority - Signal Aspects
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MURL MURL relief from REAR already inside the Loop, what authority does a Driver need and what speed can they travel?
- No Train Authority required - Signal Aspects
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MURL Relief from the REAR, can a Driver do Rule1 Section3 past the Signal protecting the disabled train?
No, its a HOME signal
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MURL Relief from the REAR, How would a Driver pass the HOME Signal protecting the disabled train?
Apply the exception, Track Circuited and No-Low Speed Need Verbal and Competent Employee to Pilot
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MURL MURL relief from the advance, what authority would you need and what speed can the Driver travel at?
- Train Authority - 15km/h (Trip must be raised)
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MURL MURL relief from the advance, what additional information is required with on the appropriate authority?
The Train Authority will have all numbers of Signals to pass. The Driver must STOP at each one to confirm it is listed. If not listed the Driver must call the Area Controller and amend.
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MURL After moving the combined trains, when does the Train Authority get cancelled and how?
When the combined train arrive at the Exit Signal, call the Area Controller, Driver to cancel Train Authority
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MURL What speed are the Speed Proving Train Stops set at? Drivers will find them raised prior to what Signal aspect?
- 25km/h - Medium Speed Warning
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Single Line Working What is Single Line Working?
When the rail traffic of a double line is worked over a single line due to obstruction or repairs
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Single Line Working What allows entry into Single Line Working?
Pilot's Authority
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Single Line Working How is the Pilot identified?
Red 'PILOTMAN' arm band
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Single Line Working What happens to the HOME Signals at each end of the Single Line Working section?
Sleeved at STOP
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Single Line Working What is the speed when in Single Line Working section?
Reduced Speed
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Single Line Working When must the train have red marker lights on the front of the the train? (4)
- Darkness - Inclement weather - Tunnels - When running in wrong direction
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Single Line Working Can the Pilot authorise trains to exit the Single Line Working section?
No
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Single Line Working How do trains exit the Single Line Working section?
Will be provided PROCEED aspect on a fixed signal or from Hand Signaller to exit
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Single Line Working In Single Line Working and the Pilot is on the disabled train, what authority for relief from the rear?
Train Authority
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Single Line Working How would a Driver pass the HOME signal governing the entrance to Single Line Working with the Pilot on the disabled train?
- Train Authority - Verbal Authority from Signaller to pass Signal at STOP - Competent Employee to Pilot from Point of Protection
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Single Line Working What speed for Single Line Working when assisting a disabled train?
Reduced Speed to 2km, STOP, then 15km/h to train
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Single Line Working If Pilot is not on board the disabled train, what is the authority to enter the Single Line Working section?
Pilot and Written Instructions
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Single Line Working If Pilot is not on board the disabled train, how would a Driver pass the HOME Signal governing the entrance to the Single Line Working section?
Pilot's Authority
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Single Line Working If the Pilot is at the other end of the Single Line Working section when a train becomes disabled, what happens?
The Pilot will get transferred to the right end
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Single Line Working If a Driver loses communications on Single Line Working, what do you do if the train becomes disabled?
Remain onboard the train, and await 'Train Overtime in Section'
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Setting Back What does the term 'Set Back' mean?
When a train is to be driven back in the other direction on the same track
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Setting Back What does 'Propelling' mean?
When braking and powering controlled from somewhere other than the lead motor
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Setting Back What do the 'Bell Codes' mean?
One - Call Attention Two - Proceed Three - Setback Four - Call Competent Employee to Leading Cab Series of Bells/Whistles - Emergency STOP
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Setting Back What is the authority to Set back within the Metrol controlled area (excluding the MURL)?
Verbal from the Controlling Signaller
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Setting Back What is the authority to Set back in the MURL?
Train Authority
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Setting Back What is the authority to Set back in Station Limits
Verbal from the Controlling Signaller
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Setting Back What is the authority to Set back outside of Station Limits?
Train Authority
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Observing Train Safely When is the best time to observe the train is following safely?
Long Sweeping Curves
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Observing Train Safely If a Driver receives a Red Hand Signal from Station Staff, AO's, PSO's what must they do?
STOP immediately
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Observing Train Safely When can the Driver PROCEED after receiving a Red Hand Signal?
When the Driver receives the 'All Right' Hand Signal from the person who gave the Red Hand Signal
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Adverse Weather If there is water over the railhead that isn't more than 75mm over and the water is not moving and has been inspected, what speed can trains travel through the area?
5km/h
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Adverse Weather If water is below the railhead and isn't flowing, Does a Driver need permission from maintenance representative first?
No
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Adverse Weather If water is below the railhead and isn't flowing, What speed can a train travel through the area?
15km/h
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Adverse Weather How can you mitigate risk when foggy? (4)
- Reduce speed of train - Frequent use of whistle - Assume next signal at STOP - Be able to stop in half the distance you can see
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Evacuations What are the TWO types of evacuations?
- Controlled - Emergency
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Evacuations When would a driver enact an emergency evacuation?
When the risk on the train is greater than outside
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Evacuations In an Emergency evacuation, where should a Driver direct passengers?
To the closest rail reserve, across the least amount of tracks
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Evacuations What would a Driver take with them? (2)
- Portable Radio - Hand Signals
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Hand Signals Which Hand Signal's are displayed by a GREEN light waved slowly from side-to-side across the body? (2)
- Move Toward Slowly - Ease Up
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Track Force Protection Which locations are border the defined area of the INNER SUBURBAN Area for Track Force Protection? (3)
- UP end of Jolimont - UP end of Richmond - UP end of North Melbourne (Also East and West Bypass lines between Southern Cross and Melbourne Yard)
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Track Force Protection Where does the SUBURBAN Area extend to? (15)
- Alamein - Belgrave - Glen Waverley - Hurstbridge - Lilydale - Mernda - Altona Junction (via Main Line) - Broadmeadows - Dandenong - Frankston - Laverton (via Westona Loop) - Sandringham - St Albans - Upfield - Williamstown
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Track Force Protection Where does the COUNTRY Area begin? (5)
- Altona Junction (via Main Line) (to Werribee) - Broadmeadows (to Craigieburn) - Dandenong (to East Pakenham and Cranbourne) - Laverton (via Westona Loop) (to Werribee) - St Albans (to Sunbury)
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Trip What actions should a driver take if the TRIP COCK is activated in the vicinity of a HOME Signal and communication IS available? (7)
- STOP - Check if train has derailed - Contact the Controlling Signaller - TEC CALL - to TC if Signaller cannot be reached - PA Announcement - Act under Instructions - Submit an irregularity report at the end of shift
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Trip What actions should a driver take if the TRIP COCK is activated in the vicinity of an AUTOMATIC Signal and communication IS available? (6)
- STOP - Check if train has derailed - TEC CALL - PA Announcement - Act under Instructions of TC - Once Authority received, proceed as per Rule1, Section 3
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Two Position Signals Describe a Disc Signal by Day?
A RED circular target that can be turned to the side
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Two Position Signals Which colours can be displayed by TWO Position Light Type Dwarf Signals? (5)
- GREEN - YELLOW - RED - PURPLE - BLUE
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Two Position Signals Which aspects can be displayed by TWO Position Light Type Dwarf Signals? (2)
- PROCEED - STOP
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Wrong Routing What actions must a driver take if either an INCORRECT SIGNAL or ROUTE INDICATOR is displayed and are unable to STOP prior to the Signal? (6)
- Communicate with the Signaller or TC - Act Under Instructions - Make a PA Announcement - Change Ends - Setback with the Correct Authority - Submit an Incident Report at the end of Shift
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Two Position Signals Describe a DISC Signal by night? (2)
- RED light - GREEN light
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Signal Irregularities When presented with a Stop aspect on a Home Signal with an illuminated 'A' that is extinguished If the Signal Box is Remotely controlled, what would the driver do next? (7)
- Contact the Controlling Signaller - If can't contact the local Signaller, contact TC - TC will ascertain if the Controlling Signaller is on duty - If the Controlling Signaller is on duty they will authorise the movement - If the Controlling Signaller is not on duty - Check points - If the Controlling Signaller is not on duty - TC provides Verbal Authority - If Verbal has been provided, Proceed as per Rule 1, Section 3
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ATC How will a driver receive an ATC System Caution Order at a REMOTELY Controlled location? (2)
- Transmitted - Dictated
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THREE POSITION SIGNALS What aspects can a Repeating Signal display? (3)
- PROCEED - WARNING - REDUCE TO MEDIUM
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Authorities Can a Train Authority be TRANSMITTED to a Driver?
No
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ABS Which direction will the Driver of the Disabled Train protect their train?
- No Comms = The Rear - With Comms = The direction stated by Train Controller
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ABS When relief if entering from a Signal Box in the rear, What authorities are required?
Train Authority (Will likely also get a PROCEED aspect on the applicable Signal)
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ABS If a train is derailed or obstructed and there is a communication failure, the driver has ascertained that all parallel lines are protected, what must the driver do? (3)
- Protect the train 500m to the rear - Or protect the train at first fixed signal - Wait for Train Overtime in section
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ATC Which direction will the Driver of the Disabled Train protect their train?
- No Comms = The Rear - With Comms = The direction stated by Train Controller
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Single Line Working When proceeding through Single Line Working, when must RED Marker lights be displayed on the front of the train? (4)
- Hours of Darkness - Inclement Weather - Passing through Tunnels - Travelling in wrong direction for the line
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Setting back What is the Authority for Setting Back trains in the Metrol Controlled area?
- Verbal permission from the Senior Network Controller (Personally supervised)
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Setting Back What is the maximum speed when Setting Back within Station Limits?
Extreme Caution
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Evacuations When would a driver initiate an Emergency Evacuation?
When the risk to passengers remaining on the train is greater than that caused by a danger on the train.
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MURL If detained at a defective HOME Signal in the MURL that protects points, must the driver inspect the points even if informed that the 'Route Line is Displayed'?
Yes
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Points What does WSA stand for?
Willet Spring Activated

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