Taking Possession Of Sidings

Question 1

When a PICOS has asked for a possession of your siding or sidings, what arrangements must you agree? (6)

Answer 1

1. Name and contact number.
2. Location of siding.
3. Whole or part of siding.
4. Line protection arrangement.
5. Date and time of possession taken and given up.
6. Who will tell the shunter, if involved.

Question 2

If the possession of the whole length of the siding is to be taken, what must you do with points if you do not control the entrance to the siding? (2)

Answer 2

1. Make sure points are set by PICOS to prevent movement entering.
2. Give PICOS permission to apply line protection by clipping and padlocking.

Question 3

If the possession of part of one siding is to be taken, how would the PICOS protect the siding concerned? (2)

Answer 3

1. Possession limit board.
2. Red light

Question 4

What must you confirm with the PICOS when the possession of the siding is given up? (1)

Answer 4

The line protection has been removed.