Temporary Block Working - S5 Section 6 Flashcards
Definition of Temporary Block Working
When the driver is authorised to pass two or more consecutive signals (which are not working), at danger.
Who will you find at the start and end of the temporary block working?
Hand signallers
What is the temporary block working ticket number?
RT3184
Whilst driving through the TBW section, what are your actions if you are the first train through?
1) Approach all points at caution
2) Check that the points are set correctly
3) 15mph max over points and crossings
Do you require a ticket if you are an assisting train?
No.
At the entrance signal:
What must you be provided with before you enter the TBW section?
A valid RT3184 & verbal authorization to enter the section.
When will you not be given a TBW ticket?
If you are:
1) Assisting a failed train
2) Evacuating passengers of a failed train
3) Removing a portion of a divided train
4) Removing a train which proceeded without authority
At the entrance signal:
What colour flag will the hand signaller show you for you to proceed?
Yellow flag.
At the entrance signal (authority to proceed given):
What must you remember before taking power?
Remember to operate the “TPWS temporary isolation” switch
What is the speed limit for Temporary Block Working?
50mph max
Temporary Block Working:
When will you have to proceed at caution?
1) First train
2) Examine the line
3) AERR (assist, evacuate or remove x2)
4) Level crossings
5) At additional locations indicated on the RT3184 ticket
At the Exit Signal:
What must you give to the hand signaller?
TBW ticket - RT3184
At the Exit Signal (authority to proceed given):
What must you remember before taking power?
Reinstate the TPWS and inform your guard, if one is provided.
At the exit signal:
If the exit signal clears to proceed as you approach it, what are your actions?
Stop even if the signal has cleared!
At the exit signal:
How will the hand signaller give you authority to pass the exit signal?
Yellow flag and verbal authority.
