Special Speeds Flashcards
What is the definition of Extreme Caution?
Travelling at a speed not exceeding 25kmh, or the posted track speed if that is the lesser. Being able to stop the train in half the distance that can be seen ahead, and always being prepared to find the section ahead occupied, obstructed or damaged.
What speed do you have to do at a Terminal Location/Dead end platform?
25kmh
What speed do you have to do when diverging/going over points?
40kmh
What speed do you do when running on a straight track?
Track Speed
What speed do you do when one train is assisting another and the brake is controlled from the leading motor?
40kmh
What speed do you do when entering a crossing loop on single lines where three position signalling is provided?
As per signal aspects
What speed do you do when?
Passing over facing points that are usually passed in the trailing position?
Trains involved in shunting movements?
Pushing trains on running lines (Rescuing)?
All train movements within a siding?
Any wrong line movement of trains when passing over a level crossing?
15 kmh
What are these Signs?
Speed Boards
They are placed where permanent speed restriction is required
The Driver must reduce to required speed when the front of the train passes the board and can resume normal track speed when front of the train passes next fixed signal unless stated otherwise.
What is this sign?
Curve Board
They are placed at curves where train speed must be reduced below track speed.
The arrow indicates the direction of the curve.
The Driver must reduce the speed of the train before the train enters the curve, and only resume track speed after whole train is clear of curve.
What are WOLO Advice Notices?
WOLO Speed Restrictions are applied due to increased risks when there are higher temperatures on network tracks.
What is WOLO 80?
It is Line Specific
Forecast for 38-41
Triggered when Rail temp 55 and rising
Speed restriction is 80
What is WOLO 70
Implemented on junction by junction basis
When rail temps reach 58 degrees and above
Where would you hear about a WOLO?
Notice board
Radio transmission
