Damage To S&E

Question 1

What type of events could constitute damage to structures or earthworks below or above line? (4)

Answer 1

1. Landslips.
2. Embankments.
3. Washout.
4. Retaining wall failure.

Question 2

After you receive a report of lines affected by damage to structures or earthworks, after your actions, who must you tell and what must you do? (3)

Answer 2

1. Tell operations control.
2. Carry out any instructions given.
3. Arrange for a competent engineer to examine the line at the location of the reported damage.

Question 3

When may you allow trains to proceed normally over a line at the same location that is unaffected by damage to the structure and earthworks? (3)

Answer 3

1. Operation control give you permission.
2. SBSI allows you to do so.
3. A competent engineer has told you this is safe to do so.

Question 4

If you receive a report of extreme weather from operations control, what could their instructions include? (3)

Answer 4

1. Affected lines examined.
2. Cautioning through the affected area.
3. Blanket speed restriction within the affected area.