Temporary Speed Restriction (TSR) Mid Term Exam No.2

Question 1

What does the * mean on page 2 of the Speed Restriction Advice (SRA)?

Answer 1

New restriction - added in the last 24 hours

Question 2

Page 7 refers to conditions on the line approaching Henderson on the Down Main at the 27.000 km. What is the condition for and how would you respond to this condition when traveling through this area?

Answer 2

Condition:
Signal 1101 - Beware of background light when approaching.

**Response: **Check for correct signal.

Question 3

How many temporary speed restrictions are on the NIMT between Papakura and Britomart, excluding Heats, on the Up Line and the Down Line?

Answer 3

Up Line: 5
Down Line: 5

Question 4

Heat restrictions on the NAL from Westfield to Swanson on the NAL?

Answer 4

None

Question 5

What is the date and time the speed restriction advice was printed?

Answer 5

06:37 on 15/10/2019

Question 6

Why do some restrictions have the value ‘N’ beside them?

Answer 6

No speed boards have been erected.

Question 7

What is the starting point for the NAL?

Answer 7

Westfield Junction

Question 8

What is the starting point for the NIMT?

Answer 8

Wellington

Question 9

How many restrictions have been lifted in the last 24 hours?

Answer 9

NIMT = 1
NAL = 1

Question 10

What are the severe weather warning restrictions advising on page 5 for Westfield to Welsford and when were they active?

Answer 10

• Strong wind warning
• Gusts up to 120kph
• Active 14-10-2019, 20:00

Question 11

When approaching the temporary speed restriction between kms 650.835 and the 650.945 between Takaanini and Te Mahia as stated in the Speed Restriction Advice, pg 2, describe the placement of the boards and what message they convey?

Answer 11

Board Placement:

1. An outer speed board 1550m prior to the defective track section indicating a temporary speed restriction of 40kph.
2. Commencement board 50m prior to the defective track section.
3. T-board 50m past the defective area.

Actions:

1. Proceed cautiously, making sure your train is at the required speed, 40kph, at the commencement speed board.
2. Maintain 40kph while travelling through the restricted area.
3. Not to increase speed until the last vehicle is clear of the Termination board.

Question 12

What is the reason for the speed restriction between 658.750 and 659.050 as stated on page 2 of the Speed Restriction Notice, and how does this affect Metro Trains?

Answer 12

a) Protection of workers
b) Metro trains do not stop

Question 13

What would you do if you approach a TSR area as indicated by the TSR Notice, and found there were no boards placed in the area?

Answer 13

1. Do not exceed the speed as indicated on the TSR notice.
2. Contact TC to report the missing boards and receive further guidance.

Question 14

What is the reason for the speed restriction on the NIMT at the 663.060 and the 664.024 as stated on page 2 of the Speed Restriction Notice and explain how it affects your train and what are your responsibilities regarding this?

Answer 14

1. Heats
2. Contact TC between 10:00 and 20:00 hours to check status.
3. Not to exceed 40kph until completely clear of the Termination Board.