Train Running & Timetabling Flashcards

1
Q

What must be used as the primary means of communication between the Operator and Train Control?

A

Main line VHF radio

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2
Q

Trains running on the branch line retain their service number in accordance with the____?

A

Direction of travel on the Main Line.

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3
Q

Regarding the digits within the train numbering system across the Auckland Metropolitan Network, the first digit indicates the ______?

A

Route

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4
Q

Regarding the digits within the train numbering system across the Auckland Metropolitan Network, the second digit indicates the ______?

A

Line

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5
Q

Regarding the digits within the train numbering system across the Auckland Metropolitan Network, the third and fourth digits indicate the ____ and the direction of travel. Even numbers are____services and odd numbers are____services.

A
  1. Individual service number
  2. Up
  3. Down
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6
Q

Within the Auckland Metropolitan Network, define the route and limits of the NIMT?

A

Papakura to Britomart via Glen Innes

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7
Q

Within the Auckland Metropolitan Network define the route and limits of the NAL?

A

Westfield Junction to Swanson via Newmarket

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8
Q

Within the Auckland Metropolitan Network define the route and limits of the Auckland Newmarket Line?

A

Newmarket to Britomart

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9
Q

Within the Auckland Metropolitan Network define the route and limits of the Onehunga Branch Line (OBL)?

A

Penrose Junction to Onehunga

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10
Q

Within the Auckland Metropolitan Network define the route and limits of the Manukau Branch Line (MBL)?

A

Wiri Junction to Manukau

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11
Q

Provide the first digit of the service number (AM & PM if applicable) for the Manukau services via GIen Innes?

A

4 (AM)
5 (PM)

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12
Q

Provide the first digit of the service number (AM & PM if applicable) for the Papakura services via Newmarket?

A

1 or 2

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13
Q

Provide the first digit of the service number (AM & PM if applicable) for the Swanson services via Newmarket?

A

8 (AM)
9 (PM)

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14
Q

Provide the first digit of the service number (AM & PM if applicable) for the Onehunga services via Newmarket?

A

6

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15
Q

Train service numbers are____long?

A

4 digits

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16
Q

When is a train heading in the UP direction?

A

When travelling towards Otiria

17
Q

What is the maximum speed of all movements other than Main Line or Industrial Line?

A

25kph

18
Q

AOR passenger services must not be dispatched ahead of time, except when?

A

Authorised by TC

19
Q

How are alterations to S&I diagrams advised?

A

Via bulletin

20
Q

Maximum Line Speed of the NIMT?

A

110kph

21
Q

Maximum Line Speed of the NAL?

A

90kph

22
Q

Maximum Line Speed of the OBL?

A

90kph

23
Q

Maximum Line Speed of the MBL?

A

70kph

24
Q

Digit 2 for the NIMT?

A

2

25
Q

Digit 2 for the NAL?

A

1

26
Q

Exxx means what?

A

Empty EMU

27
Q

On weekends, the 2nd digit designates the day of travel no matter the route. What are the digits used for Sat/Sun?

A
  • 5 = Saturday
  • 7 = Sunday
28
Q

Provide the meaning for Low Speed?

A
  • Proceed cautiously at low speed, being able to stop clear of any obstruction.
  • Points are correctly set.
  • Track may be occupied.
  • Not to exceed 25 km/h
29
Q

During flooding, EMUs may only operate when?

A
  • the speed of the train is restricted to 10kph through the flooded area;
  • provided the track is safe and the top of the rail is clear of water.
30
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

CTS2 Points

31
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Electrified Track

32
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Electrified Road

33
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Request for Signal

34
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Restricted Speed Signal

35
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

All Trains Stop Board

36
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Axle Counter

37
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Medium Speed Board

38
Q

What does this symbol mean?

A

Electric Services Limit Board