Speeds

Question 1

Definition of a blanket speed restriction

Answer 1

A speed restriction which applies to an area rather than a geographical location

Question 2

Definition of an emergency speed restriction (4)

Answer 2

1. Not published in WON
2. Published but times speed limits are different to those published.
3. Imposed again after being withdrawn early.
4. Shown in an amendment to the WON

Question 3

Definition of permissible speed

Answer 3

Speed which is published in table A of the sectional appendix

Question 4

What must you do with trains If operations control tell you that a blanket speed is imposed, and what is the exception? (2)

Answer 4

1. Arrange for a driver of each affected train to be told about the speed restriction and the locations.
2. If operations control will tell the drivers.