CS 4.6

Question 1

Information to give conducting driver

Answer 1

• how to stop train in emergency
• where emergency equipment located
• how to shutdown train in emergency

Question 2

Information to give if conducting driver

Answer 2

• signals
• speed restrictions
• gradients
• line curvature
• other features of the line the driver needs to know

Question 3

Circumstances where route learners/refreshers can drive the train

Answer 3

• competent on traction
• briefed on hazards and features of the route
• authorised for route learning/refreshing by line manager
• must have travelled the route twice (return) as an observer
• original driver cannot be less than 12 months experience or monitored driver
• must be accompanied in cab at all times

Question 4

Actions if conducting driver appears to be unconfident/unsure/hesitant with their instructions

Answer 4

• stop the train
• contact signaller/control