Working of on-track machines (OTM) Issue 12 Flashcards
What type of machines are on-track machines?
On-track machines (OTM) are;
- track-relaying machines
- ballast cleaners
- rail-delivery trains
- rail cranes
What must a driver tell the signaller before starting a journey on a on-track machine?
- The type of OTM
- Its maximum speed
What must a driver do to ensure the automatic brake is effective on an OTM?
Carry out a running brake test
What must a machine operator ensure before attaching an OTM to a locomotive?
- The machine is secured
- The gradient is not too steep
- Equipment is safely secured
- A valid ‘Ready for haulage’ label for the current journey is placed on the machine
What conditions must be met for OTMs working outside a possession?
- The OTM type is allowed
- The work can be done outside a possession
- The line is not a track circuit block line, an EMTRS line or an absolute block line where there is an intermediate block home signal
- No wrong-direction movements required (unless line side fire)
- Work is not on overhead line equipment
What must a driver inform the signaller if the OTM will be working outside a possession?
The OTM will be working outside a possession
True or False: When working either inside or outside a possession an OTM can make unsignalled wrong-direction movements when necessary.
True
What must a competent person do during a wrong-direction movement of an on-track machine?
- Keep a good lookout
- Sound the horn as a warning (both tones if available)
What must be maintained between the OTM and adjacent open lines?
Necessary clearance as shown in company instructions
When working on an on-train machine that fouls another line that is a running line within a possession, what must be ensured?
The affected portion is within a work site and permission from the engineering supervisor to foul another line is obtained
When working on an on-track machine that fouls another line that is not under possession, who must you make sure has arranged to block the affected portion?
The controller of site safety (COSS)
When can a driver operate from another driving cab within a work site?
When it forms part of the safe system of work in the method statement
Fill in the blank: Before starting a journey, a driver must inform the signaller of the type of OTM and its _______.
[maximum speed]
What is the role of the signaller when informed about the OTM working outside a possession?
Deal with it as a train requiring to stop in section
What must the driver ensure regarding clearance when working within a possession?
There is always necessary clearance between the OTM and adjacent open line
What should be done if the line affected is a siding?
Ensure the affected portion is under possession and permission from the person in charge is obtained
What is required when making a wrong-direction movement to return to put out a fire?
Authorization from the signaller
