Working Single & Bi-Directional Lines by Pilot Flashcards
When is pilot working introduced?
When the thing that makes a single line safe is taken away.
In what circumstances is pilot working introduced?
Token lost
Obstruction (working to/from)
Signal controlling entrance to single line cannot be cleared as:
Signal is defective/disconnected
A track circuit/signalling equipment failure
Level crossing equipment has failed
Token instrument failed/damaged
How would you be notified of SLWBP?
WONs, Late Notice Case or on the move
In what circumstances is pilot working not required?
Modified working authorised
All trains to travel in one direction
Track circuits working and signaller can confirm line is clear
Token available and driver has correct token/token available to work on one side of obstruction as OTW with staff (pilot still required on other side)
Where is modified working permitted?
Only at locations permitted in the Sectional Appendix
When might modified working be introduced?
When it is quicker to authorise modified working than to set up pilot working.
How would you be informed of modified working?
On the move
What must you have as your authority to enter modified working?
RT3177 modified working ticket
Who provides the RT3177 ticket?
You are required to have this whilst on duty and the signaller dictates this to you
When can you enter modified working without an RT3177?
If REAR as failed train already has this
If there are multiple modified working sections, what will you require?
Separate RT3177 forms
Who controls modified working?
Network Rail via the signaller
Who confirms that there are no trains occupying the section and how is this done before modified working can be implemented?
The signaller who confirms that the previous train left complete with tail lamps and no trains sent in (AB) or track circuits unoccupied (TCB)
When entering the modified working section, what must you do?
Follow the instructions on the RT3177
What speed must you travel at during modified working?
Max. 50mph or any lower speeds that apply
What are your actions at the end of modified working?
Stop, write ‘cancelled’ on modified working ticket and tell the signaller that the train has arrived complete with tail lights.
How long can modified working be implemented for before pilot working must be introduced?
2 hours but this can be extended in exceptional circumstances
What happens if modified working is in progress and the pilot arrives?
Modified working ceases and pilot working commences.
What ticket is required for SLWBP?
RT3156
What is your authority to enter SLWBP?
RT3156 and personal authority of pilot
How would you identify the pilot?
Red armband with ‘pilot’ on it
What must you do with the pilot before entering SLWBP
Reach a clear understanding
In what circumstances can you enter SLWBP without an RT3156?
When REAR as failed train already has ticket or when working to/from a point of obstruction (pilot accompanies all trains).
If your train has failed, what must you do with the RT3156 when the assisting train arrives?
Show this to the assisting driver and then keep this in the leading cab.
Who must you inform before entering SLWBP?
The guard
What will you have to do to enter the SLWBP section?
Pass the protecting signal at danger. Carry out PSAD rules
When in the SLWBP section, what must you do?
Carry out the instructions on the ticket
What speed must you travel at during SLWBP?
Line speed unless otherwise advised
If the pilot is accompanying you, what will they instruct you do to?
They will instruct you where to stop at the end of the single line.
At the end of the SLWBP, what must you do with the RT3156?
Write ‘cancelled’ and return to pilot/fax at depot
How would you know if you needed to stop at the end of SLWBP if the pilot is not due to accompany you?
You do not need to stop unless instructed to on RT3156
What are your actions if you are instructed to stop at the end of SLWBP?
Stop at required location and inform signaller that your train has arrived complete with tail lamps.
In what circumstances must the pilot travel with trains during SLWBP?
Complete block failure and no comms between signal boxes
One train working
Signaller cannot confirm line is clear after passage of each train
To and from point of obstruction
Assisting from and being withdrawn to rear unless pilot on failed train
or if next train coming from opposite direction
What are the only circumstances where you can enter SLWBP without a ticket?
If REAR or working to and from an obstruction
Where can working to and from an obstruction take place?
Must be between an obstruction and the nearest signal box, junction or other place.
How must the section where working to and from an obstruction is in progress be protected?
Via a signal kept at danger or possession protection
What must the pilot do if protection is already placed that encroaches on a station or other stopping location?
Arrange for this to be moved
Who must inform the signaller when SLWBP is introduced or withdrawn?
The pilot
If there is no token available, where is the pilot required when working to and from an obstruction?
Two separate pilots for each side of obstruction
If one token is available, where is the pilot required when working to and from an obstruction?
One pilot on one side of obstruction and one train working with staff on other side where token is available,
What must the pilot do if the pilot is on a failed train?
The pilot must inform the signaller
Who’s permission is required to send an assisting train into the SLWBP section?
The signaller requires permission from the pilot to send an assisting train into the section
If the pilot is not on the failed train, who must they travel with?
The assisting train if assisting from the rear and the failed train will be withdrawn to the rear
Does the assisting train receive an RT3156?
No ticket is issued to the assisting train as the failed train already has this.
In the event of train failure, what can the driver ask the pilot to do?
Lay emergency protection.
