T4 Flashcards
If there is a DOTE, which place would you normally not be able to start a journey from?
Maintenance depot
If the train has accidentally divided you must secure both portions. Before doing this, what are you checking the couplers for?
Whether there is any damage to them which prevents recoupling the portions
What are the different evacuations? (3)
Emergency
Controlled
Uncontrolled (not initiated by the driver or guard)
When you have coupled up to a failed train what do you have to check before leaving the area?
You have brake continuity
When can you enter a normal single line without a token or train staff? (Px2 AM)
Pilot Working
Possession
Assisting a failed train
Modified Working
(Px2 AM)
For what reasons can you use GSM-R on the move? (3)
Emergency
Pass a message relating to the immediate movement of the train and you have to do this right away
You receive a “Contact signaller” message
What might the signaller ask you to report back on concerning Level Crossings? (2)
Whether the barriers are fully lowered
Whether the crossing is clear
Apart from the 8 inches above the railhead…. what else would you have to tell the signaller about concerning snow?
If you see a large build up of snow which might affect the passage of trains
What are the four examples of damage to structures and earthworks?
Landslips
Washouts
Embankment failures
Retaining wall failures
What is a trap point?
Derails a train approaching a junction without authority, to stop it from colliding with another train
Speeds approaching a buffer stop…..
Platform ramp at 15 mph
7 mph at the TPWS grids
Stop 2 metres short of buffer stop
What has the industry done to reduce operational risk?
Banner Repeaters
TPWS
Signal countdown marker boards
SPAD indicators
LED signals
What action is needed if you encounter poor railhead adhesion in an area listed in the Sectional Appendix?
EXPECTED - no action required
If you report serious wheel slip, what will the signaller do? (2)
Arrange for the line to be examined
Caution following trains
WHAT would you find in Station Limits? (Between Home and Section)
Crossovers
Sidings
What aspects does a SPAD indicator show if activated?
Steady red centre….. says STOP
Flashing red top and bottom
If you isolate the AWS, what else is automatically isolated?
TPWS
What are some SPAD risks?
SAS
SOY
Read through signals
Read across signals
Right hand side signals
4-3 or 3-4 aspect transition
How is driver competency tested?
Observation
Simulation
Testimonials
Unannounced monitoring
OTDR download
Verbal/written questioning
SP =
HST =
MU =
EMU =
SP = Sprinter
HST = High Speed Train
MU = Multiple Unit
EMU = Electric Multiple Unit
Can a TSR Warning Board be positioned between an existing AWS magnet and the signal to which it applies? Explain….
No. But what would happen in this case is the Warning Board would be placed at the signal and the AWS electromagnet would be disconnected so it would always give a horn (for the Warning Board, regardless of signal aspect)
When stopping, what are your considerations when determining when to apply the brake?
Weather conditions
Railhead conditions
Gradient
Length, weight, braking characteristics of train
How do dispatch staff tell the guard that station work has been completed? (3)
Dispatch bat
One arm above head
White light held steady
Driving controls defective (I.e. Train Control MCB) and a CP is in the leading cab giving you (in a different cab) instructions, what else is the CP responsible for doing?
Using horn if necessary
Operate emergency brake if necessary
Keep good lookout
Observe signals
If some of the train has derailed, what vehicles need to be examined by a Rolling Stock Technician?
The derailed vehicles, and
All vehicles coupled next to the derailed train…. they should be left coupled until this has been done
Fatality…… what will be examined from the train? (4)
Speedo
Horn
Brake
Headlight
Working of normal single lines…. why might you need a Pilot? (3)
Token has been lost
Working to/from a point of obstruction
Signal controlling the entrance cannot be cleared
Concerning brakes, wheels and flats….. when must you not start a journey?
Dragging brakes
Locked wheels
Serious wheel flats (more than 60mm)
Shifted tyres
If you think you’ve got dragging brakes, what must you do?
Release the brakes locally (BIC)
Always then do a Rotational Test
What are the hazards of being wrong routed?
Driver not competent over route
Platform too short
Not electrified
Booked station stops can no longer be made
You must test your brakes in good time before approaching….. (4)
The first stopping place
Steep falling gradient
Terminus
Dead end platform line
Held at a red signal…. white/yellow diamond with a T in it =
The signaller knows you’re there due to track circuits
If the white light flashes you must contact signaller immediately using the telephone provided
Passed a signal at danger, can you enter a tunnel?
Yes (max 10mph)……. But you must be sure it is clear throughout its entire length
What are the evacuation methods? (5)
Train to platform
Train assistance
Train separation
Train to train (gangway, side-to-side, via track)
Train to track
If there is a safety broadcast call, what do you have to do?
Press ST button on the GSM-R - the signal will not clear unless you do this
If you have had to isolate the Pantograph, what assurance must you give to the signaller?
That the damaged Pantograph is definitely CLEAR OF THE OLE
Can the signaller ask you to carry out a controlled test stop into a dead end bay? Explain
Yes, however the line must be treated before the test can be carried out
When would a TSR/ESR be placed with no associated AWS magnet?
In an AWS gap area
What must Worksite Marker Boards be treated as?
Stop signal - pass without authority is a SPAD
What does a Worksite Marker Board look like?
Yellow and double sided.
2 flashing red lights is the entrance
2 flashing yellow lights is the exit
What must you do at the END of the ESW section?
Stop
Reinstate TPWS
Tell the signaller your train has arrived complete with tail lamp
Cancel the NR3190
Obey signaller’s instructions for leaving ESW section and resuming normal working
What would constitute a DSD alarm being sent to the signaller?
If no action has been taken by the driver to reset the DSD alarm after ONE MINUTE, providing the direction selector is in the forward or reverse position
What 2 broadcast calls can the signaller make on the GSM-R?
- Berth-triggered safety broadcast call (I.e. you have been stopped at a particular red signal and get a radio message I.e. about low adhesion or a ESR….. and you press ST to acknowledge it before the signal can be cleared)
- Cell-based broadcast call
What is the Core Operational Aim of the railway?
Safe and timely delivery of people and goods to their destination
When reporting a signal failure/irregularity, when would you NOT need to immediately complete the RT3185? (2)
If the signaller tells you that it is CLEARLY a right-side failure
Or he can explain WHY it is a right-side failure and confirm the circumstances
Rule book
Black line =
Red box around a rule =
White ‘i’ in a blue box =
Black line = New information
Red box around a rule = Critical information
White ‘i’ in a blue box = More information is provided at the bottom of the page
When Single Line Working is in effect, what instructions will the Pilot tell you (if applicable)? (3)
Whether there are any TSRs or ESRs in place
Handsignaller locations
Level Crossing arrangements
During SLW, should you obey all signals?
Yes! It is only TBW or ESW where the signals are not working properly
SLW entering the section without a ticket (AERR + working to/from obstruction)….. what if the Pilot is not present, who gives you permission to enter the section?
The signaller will authorise you to enter the SLW section
What must you do when travelling over the single line in SLW? And when do the arrangements end?
Carry out the instructions on the RT3193
Travel at the permissible speed unless the RT3193 states otherwise (I.e. TSR/ESR)
The arrangements continue until you reach the end of the SLW section
If you arrive at the end of the SLW section and the Pilot is not with you, do you still need to stop?
No, not unless the signaller has told you to.
If the signaller has told you to stop, then you would do the same as in ESW - cancel the ticket and phone the signaller and tell him that your train has arrived complete with tail lamp
If you are held at a signal at danger, you contact the signaller immediately unless…. (2)
You can see that the section ahead is occupied
A conflicting movement is being made
(Can wait up to 2 minutes)
What do you need to know before making a shunting movement?
What needs to be done?
How will the movement be controlled?
Where will the movement stop?
….
Work to shunters instructions
Proceed only when the shunter gives permission
If you lose communication (handsignal or radio) then stop immediately
CHECK THIS
What must you do when leaving a vehicle on a running line?
Secure the train
Inform the signaller
Display correct lighting (I.e. on a single line you put reds on both ends)
If on a single line, lay dets 300 metres in either direction
Who can accompany a pink card holder?
Someone with a green pass with a red band, or a blue pass with a red band
If the derailment was at low speed, when can any vehicles not derailed be examined by a Rolling Stock Technician?
At the first suitable location
If a door is defective (lock the door, remove passengers from the vehicle and lock saloon doors…..) what must you tell the signaller? (4)
Which vehicle it is
Which door it is
Position of door controls
Position of TIS at the time of the incident
If you have set the DRA, when are you allowed to reset it? (3)
The red signal has cleared
You have been given authority to pass the signal at danger either by the signaller or by your own authority
You are at a station with no signal (the one before was a yellow), and you get 2 on the buzzer
What information do you tell the signaller about trespassers?
Their location
If they are “On or near the line” and if they appear likely to endanger trains
Direction they are walking
Description of them
When do you sound your horn in a possession? (Remember in a possession you also Temporary Isolate the TPWS)
When starting the movement
Test your handsignals (Day)
Move towards
Move away
Slow down
Ease up
Stop
Test your handsignals (Night)
Move towards (white side/side)
Move towards slowly (green side/side)
Move away (white up/down)
Move away slowly (green up/down)
Slow down or Ease up (green side/side)
Stop (red horizontally)
How can you maintain your personal safety at a depot?
Wear PPE
Keep a good look out
Watch out for the movement of other trains in sidings
Always reach a clear understanding with the shunter
Be aware of limited clearances
Be aware how mist and fog can affect visibility and sound
Stay focused - do not become distracted
What methods should you employ to locate your train?
Communicate with the PIC of Shunting
Wear PPE
Use authorised walking routes
Identify the road number
Ensure you have the correct train and formation (unit number and coaches)
What are the 4 categories of SPADs?
A = Signal passed at danger due to driver error
B = Signaller changes signal to danger at last minute, possibly in error
C = Signal changes at last minute due to an emergency
D = Train rolls and SPADs the signal
What does TCS stand for?
Train Crew Supervisor
What faults could develop which requires the AWS to be isolated? (3)
EBA even though you cancel the horn
The horn keeps on sounding and you can’t stop it
Successive or intermediate failures occur
When can you isolate AWS? (3)
EBA even though you cancel the horn in time
Successive or intermittent failures of AWS
Train stops directly over the AWS magnet
You must treat OLE as being live at all times, unless?
An overhead line permit has been issued…. which will tell you if the OLE has been ISOLATED and EARTHED
Emergency switch off has taken place and the ECO gives assurances
What does an Overhead line permit tell you?
What electrical equipment is ISOLATED and EARTHED
If a signal has a white diamond (signaller knows you’re there due to track circuits), but you cannot use that telephone, how long do you have to make contact with the signaller during poor visibility (below 180 metres)?
When would you contact the signaller if there is no white diamond?
Within 10 mins
Immediately
When should you avoid, at all costs, using GSM-R radio?
When running under cautionary signals ahead
TSRs or ESRs
What are the 12 authorities for propelling? (BOG WOODS FABS)
B - Breakdown train movement
O - Officers special train (right direction)
G - Ground Frame, move through points
W - Wrong routed
O - Obstruction - working to/from
O - Overrun (station)
D - Disabled train - removing
S - Shunt movement on TCB line to proceed past one main aspect
F - Front portion of divided train to rear
A - location shown in Sectional Appendix
B - signal Box (within station limits)
S - Single line working
If you reach a tunnel entrance before reaching the full emergency protection distance, what are your actions?
Place 3 detonators at the entrance of the tunnel
Place 3 detonators at the far end of the tunnel (if the full distance is within the tunnel…. if not then carry on)
During a Wrong Direction Movement, you approach points at Caution and pass over at no more than 15mph - can you pass over any unworked points? Explain.
No - unless the signaller has told you that they are secured, or during SLW if there is a green handsignal next to the points
What Level Crossings require a handsignaller if they are faulty?
AHBC, CCTV, OD (obstacle detection) or RC (remote controlled)
What does a “Rear clear marker” sign mean (circle with a black triangle in it)
Train has cleared a defined location to the rear
What handsignal is the authority to pass a signal at danger?
Yellow flag/light
If a vehicle becomes loose and can’t be secured, you must clear it from the running line….. who do you speak to about moving it…. what do you do on the vehicle concerned…. speed?
Speak to WMT Control (Rolling Stock Technician)
Get signaller’s permission if you have been told by Control that it is safe to move
Transfer passengers from the vehicle and lock saloon doors
THEN
10mph, 5mph over points/crossings
If your train is damaged somehow and you speak to WMT Control, what might they tell you?
If the train is considered fit to proceed, or
If it is not considered fit to proceed until it’s been examined by a Rolling Stock Technician
What equipment would you speak to WMT Control about if you believed they were damaged as a result of a collision with something?
Lifeguards
Wheels
Brakes
Air suspension
Coupling
Are you “On or near the line” if you are doing platform work?
Yes, if you are within 1.25 metres of the platform edge
There are 4 times when you must press Pan Down, stop, contact the signaller….. what are they?
Damage to the OLE
ADD or overheight valve activated
Line light goes out (try and pan up/reset once)
Fire on the train
Can you loose shunt, or move a vehicle using a chain or rope?
Yes if authorised in local instructions
Emergency brake application, you check…..
TPWS brake demand
Guard
Passcom
Is the train complete? (BIL Lights)
If you are uncoupling on a permissive line, do you need the authority of the signaller?
No, unless the movement is more than 2 feet
Who is the only person that can control a propelling movement?
Shunter
Generally speaking, if a piece of equipment is defective then you can’t start a journey from a maintenance depot…… but you can start a journey from somewhere else to travel to the maintenance depot for repair providing……
You have spoken with WMT Control and they say you can proceed and give you the conditions for travel….. THEN you
Tell the signaller and he gives permission to move
What do you do if you have a complete failure of the TAIL lamp?
Report to the signaller and WMT Control
Arrange to have a handlamp with a red aspect to be displayed at the rear
Can you leave a switch in the isolated position in any driving cab other than the cab which is being driven from?
No
If you have a more serious wheel flat UP TO 60mm, what speed can you go at if the signaller authorises it? (Remember, over 60mm then DO NOT MOVE and you will need to be examined by a rolling stock technician)
20mph
(Linespeed for minor wheel flats)
If a wheel flat is more than 60mm…. or a flat which has formed a flange on the outside of the wheel…. or a shifted tyre….. what do you do?
Stop immediately and tell the signaller…. follow instructions
The train must be examined by a Rolling Stock Technician
What is a signal? (…. what can they include?)
A signal capable of displaying a stop aspect, including……
Stop Boards
Limit of Shunt
Shunting signals
Possession Limit Boards
Worksite Marker Boards
What are the four Professionalisms?
Look professional
Act professional
Feel professional
Be professional
What are the four golden rules in being a professional driver? (VACS)
Vigilance
Ahead (thinking)
Control (maintaining)
Safety
What does the crucifix mean in the WON?
Temporary speed boards will be moved as the work progresses
If the signaller tells you to approach a Level Crossing at caution, when can you pass over it?
When you can see it is SAFE to do so
If you can see vehicle gates are left open when you pass by a Level Crossing, what do you do?
Report it to the signaller in the QUICKEST WAY POSSIBLE…… you may be asked to close them
If you notice that the setup of the TSR is different to what was laid out in the WON, what do you do?
Stop if necessary and report to signaller immediately
Complete an RT3185
ESR - What happens if the Warning Board is less than 400 metres after a signal? (Where would the Emergency Indicator be and what about the second AWS magnet……?)
The emergency indicator will be placed at the signal and the AWS magnet (for the signal) will be disconnected so it will always sound the horn….. then the second AWS magnet will still be positioned 180 metres before the Warning Board
Do you need to report a fire beyond the boundary fence?
Only if you think it will endanger the safe passage of trains
If you see a handsignaller with a yellow flag, do you still have to stop?
Yes, so you can receive instructions from him to pass the signal at danger (they should really be displaying a red flag, so if they are holding a yellow flag then if might be because……..)
UNLESS
The signaller has already told you about it and said you don’t need to stop
When you decide on a safe speed (I.e. broken windscreen driver’s side….. damaged brakes), what things should you take into consideration? What MUST you always be able to do?
Train braking capability
Distance you can see to be clear (darkness, visibility, curvature of the line)
You must ALWAYS be able to stop within the distance you can see the line to be clear
If you have to lay emergency protection on obstructed lines and TBW or ESW is in effect, when do you also protect your own line?
After you have protected the other obstructed lines
CHECK THIS
If you are leaving your train on a running line on a single or bi-directional line, what do you do about the lights?
Red light both ends
What are unworked points?
Points that are not operated from a signal box or ground frame
SLW wrong direction - do you get warning boards for TSRs?
No, because you’re going the wrong way, so it’s important to check the RT3193
If you’re doing a shunting movement and you have to go over points worked from a signal box…. how will the signaller give you permission? (3)
Clearing the signal
Tell you directly (in person)
Hand signal - one arm raised / white light moved quickly
During shunting, how do you tell the signaller that you are clear of points worked from a signal box?
One short blast of the horn
Can a RA indicator (station duties complete, train is secure and safe to depart) be displayed if the signal is at danger?
No
If a TCOC has been used once, can the same one be used again?
No - report it to WMT Control
Can you remove a TCOC?
Yes….. if normal working is resumed and the signaller has given permission
If the OLE is damaged, the signaller may tell you to coast through the affected area - at what speed can you travel at and what must you do?
Depends on what the signaller says, however this can be as low as 20mph, for which appropriate boards are provided.
You must lower your pantographs and not raise them again until you are sure the train is clear of the affected area
Why do we have neutral sections?
To separate the overhead power into shorter sections…. so if there’s OLE failure in one section, the other sections should still be ok
Do you have to tell the signaller if the Passcom alarm goes off?
Only if it results in a delay of over 3 minutes
If you receive a Safety Broadcast Call, when do you press the ST button?
When the broadcast has ended. The signaller will then clear the signal for you. If you don’t press ST then the signaller will ask you to contact him
When do you use the PTT button on the GSM-R phone?
When making an emergency call….. all other situations you don’t need to press it
What speed can you go at if you’ve got a minor wheel flat?
Linespeed
Speed if complete failure of the warning horn?
20mph
(If partial failure then you go at Linespeed)
If the visibility is extremely poor and you can’t see signals soon enough to react to them, what are your actions?
Reduce your speed as much as you consider necessary (drive according to the conditions)
If there has been a report of trespassers, the signaller will stop you and tell you to proceed at what speed through the affected area? What do you do after this?
Caution
You then tell the signaller whether the trespassers are still in danger from approaching trains
What are the order of signs if you’re travelling through a coasting area?
- Advance lower pantograph sign (400 metres before the next sign)
- Lower pantograph sign
- Raise pantograph sign
- Do not raise pantograph sign (If you have forgotten to raise Pantograph and you have passed this sign, you can only raise it @ below 20mph
What is the order of lead responsibility in communications? What if it is unclear who has lead responsibility?
ECO
Signaller
PICOP
Shunter
Pilot
Handsignaller
If it is unclear, then the person who starts the conversation as lead responsibility
What type of driving has more SPADS than any other?
Empty Coaching Stock Driving
Why would ECS driving increase the chances of having a SPAD?
Experience might be lacking with ECS moves and route knowledge might not be good enough
More chance of encountering red signals (because ECS are given a lower priority than passenger trains)
Could be coming to the end of shift and losing concentration
What are the four main contributing factors that can increase the likelihood of a SPAD?
Fatigue
Health and wellbeing
Lack of attention / concentration
Miscommunication
What are the group calls you can have via GSM-R?
Railway Emergency Group Call
Shunting
Broadcast Area Call
Why might the OLE need to be switched off?
Collision
Tresspasser
Derailment
Explosion
Fire
OLE is damaged
OLE - someone in contact with
What does MOM stand for?
Mobile Operations Manager
What must you be prepared to do if you pass a Reflectorised Fixed Distant board, or a semaphore distant signal in the horizontal position?
Be prepared to stop at the next signal or other specified place to which the signal applies to
Speed if flood water is BETWEEN the bottom of the railhead and the top of the railhead?
5mph
What should your speed be when passing over TPWS OSS 400 meters away approaching a red aspect?
35mph max with the speed decreasing progressively towards the red aspect
You cannot pass a signal at danger within an engineering worksite without permission from the relevant person…. but can you pass a signal that shows a proceed aspect?
Yes, but you must disregard the normal meaning of that signal
If you’re being assisted in the rear by a locomotive, what do you need to agree with the assisting driver about and how will you keep in touch with him through the movement?
How the movement is to be started, stopped and controlled
Use GSM-R at any time
What classification is an ordinary passenger train?
2
If a platform staff raises a dispatch bat, what does that mean?
They are informing the guard that platform duties are complete
You must not sound the horn at a whistle board between what hours?
2359-0600
The holder of which coloured cab pass is authorised to accompany visitors in the driving cab?
Green cab pass with red band (driver instructor/assessor able to accompany 3 non-railway visitors)
Blue cab pass with red band (conductor instructor/assessor able to accompany 2 non-railway visitors)
Who is responsible for enforcing cab discipline & what are the risks to the train if cab discipline is not adhered to?
Driver. Safety of the line incident could be the consequence if expected cab discipline is not maintained (I.e. driver is distracted and has a SPAD)
When would you submit any forms and reports relating to your day’s duty?
Before the end of your duty
When you acknowledge a TPWS brake demand (by pressing the AWS reset button), what happens to the red flashing light?
Turns to steady red
What occasions would you TEMPORARY isolate the TPWS? (You would Train Stop Override if passing one signal or 2 consecutive signals at danger….. you would FULLY ISOLATE if TPWS was faulty)
TBW
ESW
Propelling and assisting in the rear
Possession
If a signal is becoming difficult to see, what form do you complete?
RT3185
What 3 things must you ensure following a shunting movement?
Stop and secure train
Not fouling any other line
Not over any facing points
Any problems with the Level Crossing equipment…..
Report to the signaller in the QUICKEST WAY POSSIBLE
What is the purpose of a running brake test? (2)
Testing the FUNCTION and EFFECTIVENESS of the automatic brakes
Checking the railhead conditions
What is the risk of not stopping correctly at a station?
Operational incident if the doors open and passengers walk out onto the track because the train isn’t on the platform correctly
OLE is damaged…. speed to examine the line? When must you be accompanied by a Competent Person?
20mph
Darkness or poor visibility or if going through a tunnel (10mph)
Passing a signal at danger….. what is your FIRST action?
Reset the DRA
Which pieces of On-Train Equipment require a Competent Person to ride with you if they become Defective in service. Who is classed as a competent person in these cases?
AWS
TPWS
DSD / VIGILANCE
DRA (contingency plan)
Broken windscreen drivers side
All of the above requires a Competent Person to be a driver / driver instructor/ driver manager because they need to have the correct route knowledge, EXCEPT if the DSD/Vigilance or the DRA is defective because the Competent Person can be the Guard in this situation
TPWS is fully isolated and a Competent Person is riding with the driver. The driver provides running commentary on approach to signals and speed restrictions. What does the CP do?
Acknowledge the running commentary
Reminds the driver if he has missed anything
Operates emergency plunger if safety is being compromised
If you have operated a hot axle box detector, how will the signaller tell you about this?
You will be stopped by the normal signalling sequence and the signaller tells you via GSM-R
Speed if examining the line through a tunnel?
Max 10mph…. Competent Person required if they are immediately available
After examining the line, what 2 pieces of information do you tell the signaller?
That you are clear of the affected area
Whether the line was blocked and any other relevant information
How are movements through the Single Line controlled in either direction?
Right direction - Normal signals
Wrong direction - Ground Position Light signals, shunting signals, handsignallers may be appointed before the crossover, main aspect signal opposite the crossover to return you back on to the normal line
When would emergency protection need to be laid out (if you can’t contact the signaller) in the rear of your train? (3)
TBW
ESW
Train has derailed
Why is TBW introduced?
When 2 or more consecutive signals have failed (in a track circuit area) and you are required to pass them at danger with the signaller’s permission
If you have a SPAD, what are the first TWO things you do?
Press the AWS reset button (to acknowledge the TPWS brake demand)
Stop and secure the train
What is the buzzer code for
Ready to start
Do not open doors
Stop
2
2-2
1
Coasting…..
1. How will you be made aware of this?
2. How far before the Lower Pantograph sign will there be an advanced warning sign?
3. What speed can you lower your Pantograph?
4. When can you raise your Pantograph?
5. If you have not raised your Pantograph and you have passed the final sign (Do not raise your Pantograph), what speed must you reduce to in order to raise it?
- GSM-R Safety Broadcast Call
- 400 metres
- Any speed
- Raise Pantograph when all of train has passed the Raise Pantograph sign
- 20mph
When should you sound an urgent horn warning (Long Low) to anyone on or near the line? (2)
If they do not move out of the way
If they do not acknowledge your initial high-low tone by raising their arm above their head
What is used on the line to mitigate against the effects of low adhesion during Autumn? (They have solar panels) (TGA)
Traction Gel Applicators
If the EBS is applied and your train is formed of more than one unit, what do you do with the passengers? What about the Guard?
Move the passengers to the leading unit
The Guard travels in the rear Unit to apply the parking brake in an emergency if the train divides
If you need to use a SPT or Lineside phone, how do you open the cabinet?
BR Key (big long key)
If you have got a complete failure of the headlight and are moving at 20mph, how often should you sound your horn?
Frequently, so as to warn anyone on or near the line
When you have completed emergency protection, what must you do?
Continue if you need to contact the signaller, or
Return to your train
(There is no requirement to stand there with a red flag unless a train is coming)
Do you have to acknowledge a blanket speed restriction if you find out about it via a GSM-R General Broadcast call?
No
If you are the first train over SLW in either direction…. do you proceed at Caution?
Yes, because you need to check that the points etc are in the correct position (15mph over them)
During ESW and TBW (max 50mph), when would you have to proceed at Caution? (6)
Assist a failed train
Evacuate passengers from a failed train
Remove a portion of divided train
Remove a train that has proceeded without authority
+
Examine the line
First train across when approaching points etc and max 15mph over them
If you are passing a controlled signal at danger on your own authority (because the signal box is closed)….. what must you check on the track before operating the TPWS Train Stop Override button?
That any points, switch diamonds or swing-nose crossings worked from the closed signal box….. are set correctly for the movement
(When you are moving at Caution, you must not exceed 15mph when crossing over any of these)
If you’ve had an EBA, what is the first thing you check?
TPWS Brake Demand indicator for flashing red light
When making a shunt movement, what must you check for whilst on the move?
That all points are set correctly for the movement
Safety broadcasts are used to inform the driver of things like poor rail conditions, animals on the line, defective Emergency Indicators, missing TSR boards…. What must the driver do following the broadcast?
Press ST (if the message has been understood)
How many sheep on the line would the signaller caution a train? Below this, the signaller will do a GSM-R broadcast call
More than 6 sheep
Speeds:
Examining the line in a tunnel =
Examining the line for a suspected track defect =
Examining the line in a tunnel = 10mph
Examining the line for a suspected track defect = Caution, max 20mph
Speeds:
Examining the OLE =
20mph (Competent person required if tunnel (10mph), poor visibility, darkness)
Speeds:
1 = DSD isolated, AWS/TPWS operational, Competent Person provided
2 = DSD isolated, AWS/TPWS operational, NO Competent Person provided
3 = DSD isolated, AWS/TPWS NOT operational, NO Competent Person provided
4 = DSD isolated, AWS/TPWS NOT operational, Competent Person provided
5 = DSD isolated, AWS/TPWS NOT operational, Competent Person provided, POOR VISIBILITY
1 = Linespeed
2 = 60mph
3 = Stop
4 = 60mph
5 = 40mph
Speeds:
1 = Headlight failure, portable light fitted
2 = Headlight failure, no portable light fitted
1 = 75mph
2 = 20mph and frequent horn blasts
Speeds:
Tail light failure =
Stop
Speeds:
1 = Wheel flats above 60mm
2 = Wheel flats below 60mm
3 = Slight wheel flats
1 = Stop
2 = 20mph
3 = Linespeed
Speeds:
Broken/ Obscured windscreen =
Safe, reduced speed….. must sound horn regularly
Speeds:
Hot axle box not able to be examined within 10 mins of stopping, or hot axle box that has been activated for the 2nd time
20mph
Hot axle box activated with no evidence found after examination (another full examination required within 50 miles). Speed?
Linespeed
Safe distance from exploding detonators in emergency protection =
30 metres
Minimum Safe distance to walk between two trains
15 metres
Max distance to return to a platform with Authority after overruns
400 metres
Closest you can go to Overhead power lines if they have fallen on the railway
5 metres
What are the different cab pass colours?
Green with red band - Able to instruct and/or assess, 3 non-railway visitors
Blue with red band - Competent person fully qualified in rules and regulations I.e. Non-driving manager, 2 non-railway visitors
Yellow - PTS qualified
Pink - Newly qualified driver
Black - Route learner
If a TSR needs to be in place for a longer period, where will this be shown?
Late notice case as an ESR
Which signal can split up an Absolute Block section?
Intermediate Block Home Signal
How do you know if unworked points have been secured?
They will have a green flag/light next to them
