SIGNALS Sessions 11, 12, 13 Flashcards
What are the three different types of train stops?
Automatic train, stop
Speed proving train stop
Fixed train stop
What is an automatic train stop
When the signal is it stop, the automatic train stop is in the raised position
Emergency brakes on the train will apply when the train passes the signal at stop As the trip will strike the trip arm
What is the speed proving train stop
Generally set to a speed of 25, timed to lower for train traveling at the set speed
What is a fixed train stop
A permanently raised train stop to prevent a train from entering a non-wired section or end of track location
How are drivers informed for a signal to be taken out of service?
Safe working circulars on Depo notice board
Weekly operational notice (WON) on paper light
How can I fix signal be identified as not in use?
Black cross placed in front of each light with lights extinguished
Or signal can be bagged And turned away from the track
How should a driver regard as signal out of use?
disregard such signal
