Single, Bi-directional lines & Pilotman Working

Question 1

Define a bi-directional line?

Answer 1

A line signalled in both directions with no priority over direction

Question 2

Define a single line?

Answer 2

A line available for movement in both directions basically a bi-directional line.

Question 3

What is the overall principle of a single line?

Answer 3

Only one train on the line at any time.

Question 4

What is the principal risk of a hazardous event on a single line?

Answer 4

Collision of trains

Question 5

What does a train staff look like?

Answer 5

Wooden shaft
Brass plate with details of route
Ground frame key at one end

Question 6

On a one train working line where a train staff is provided, what is your authority to enter the single line?

Answer 6

The train staff and entrance signal showing a proceed aspect.

Question 7

Where must the train staff be kept when the train is in motion?

Answer 7

In the leading cab (at all times)

Question 8

In what four circumstances would you not need the train staff in order to enter the single line?

Answer 8

P - Pilot-man working
A - Assisting a failed train
L - Line under procession
M - Modified working

Question 9

On a one train working line where a staff is not provided, what is your authority to enter the single line?

Answer 9

The entrance signal showing a proceed aspect.

Question 10

Give two ways you can that check you have received or released the correct token for the single line?

Answer 10

Colour of token (for line)
Stamp on token with entrance/exit details

Question 11

When working on single lines with a token, what is your authority to enter the single line?

Answer 11

The correct token (in your procession) and entrance signal showing a proceed aspect.

Question 12

Where is the token kept when the train is on a single line?

Answer 12

In the leading (train) cab at all times

Question 13

If there are more than one locomotive, at the leading end of the train, what rule applies with regard to the token?

Answer 13

Show the token to all other drivers
Kept the token in the leading cab (at all times)

Question 14

On electric token block lines, when may you enter the single line without a token?

Answer 14

P - Pilot-man working
A - Assisting a failed train
L - Line under procession
M - Modified working
S - Electric train shunting purposes

Question 15

If a portion of a divided train is to be left on a single line and you are taking the front portion forward, who must you contact prior to leaving the single line?

Answer 15

The controlling signaller

Question 16

Your train has failed on a,
no signaller token line, and the assisting train requires the token, to release a ground frame. You must take the token to the ground frame. What do you do when you arrive at the ground frame?

Answer 16

Contact the signaller
Do not put the token into the ground frame
Come to a clear understanding with the assisting driver
Hand over the token to the assisting driver

Question 17

There are two degraded circumstances where trains can be operated under one train working regulations. What are they?

Answer 17

OO
1. Operating one side of an obstruction (you have token - treat it as a staff)
2. Token machine faulty (you have token - treat as a staff)

Question 18

Under what circumstances must PILOTMAN working of a single / Bi-directional line be introduced?

Answer 18

TOS - DELT

T - token lost
O - obstruction
S - signal cannot be cleared
D - disconnected or defective signal
E - equipment faulty
L - level crossing equipment faulty / failed
T - token machine faulty/failed

Question 19

How is a pilotman identified?

Answer 19

The pilot-man will wear a red armband on the left arm with the word pilot-man written in white.

Question 20

Give an example of when pilotman working is not necessary?

Answer 20

Modified working eg signals have just failed and signaller ops for modified working until pilotman can attend

Question 21

When pilot-man working is in operation, you will be given a RT3156 ticket. Give 5 instructions or pieces of information that will be included on the ticket.

Answer 21

1. Lines affected
2. Signals to ignore
3. Speeds of different from normal
4. Start and ending points (signals)
5. Details of any level crossings
6. Any other necessary information.

Question 22

How can you ensure that you fully understand all the instructions the pilot-man has given you?

Answer 22

Read the ticket
Repeat back the ticket
Question any concerns
Repeat back again
Confirm all is understood - come to clear understanding

Question 23

As well as the ticket RT3156, what else do you need to get from the pilot-man in order to enter the single line?

Answer 23

The pilot-man’s personal authority

Question 24

What speeds must you travel over the single line?

Answer 24

Permissible line speed unless instructed differently
15mph over points

Question 25

When will the pilot-man NOT travel with the driver?

Answer 25

1. When travelling in another train
2. When the token is available

Question 26

Give two examples of when the Pilot-Man WILL accompany the driver?

Answer 26

1. Working to/from an obstruction
2. One train working line

Question 27

When will the pilot-man NOT issue you with a ticket?

Answer 27

R - removing a portion of a failed train
E - evacuating a failed train
A - assisting a failed train
R - removing a train that has proceeded without authority

O - one train working
O - obstruction - working to/from

Question 28

If your train fails on a single line, what type of protection must you lay?

Answer 28

Assistance protection (300 mtrs) if poor weather, unable to contact signaller or assisting driver.

Question 29

If your train fails on the single line and the pilot-man is with you, who is responsible for organising assistance?

Answer 29

The pilot-man

Question 30

In the case of train failure, when will the pilot-man travel with the assisting train?

Answer 30

1. When the assisting train is approaching from the rear
2. When the failed train will be removed to the rear.

Question 31

If you are laying protection, who must you tell prior to leaving the train?

Answer 31

The controlling signaller
The guard (if one is onboard)

Question 32

What type of working can be implemented as an interim measure prior to pilot-man working taking place?

Answer 32

Modified working

Question 33

During this type of working, what is the maximum speed on a single line?

Answer 33

50 mph unless informed otherwise by the signaller
15 mph over points

Question 34

What is the main risk associated with pilot-man working of single lines?

Answer 34

Proceeding without permission