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What are the three different types of evacuation?

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Controlled
Uncontrolled
Emergency

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What is a RIO?

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Rail Investigation Officer (Network Rail)

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What is an OIM?

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Operational Incident Manager (Southern - Based at The ROC)

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What is a MOM?

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Mobile Operations Manager (Network Rail)

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What is a controlled evacuation?

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It is an evacuation whereby the train cannot get to a safe location. It has to be authorised by Control (potentially via the signaller).
It requires a Line Block and Emergency Switch Off
It also relies on information (where passengers will be evacuated to, who is helping), and additional staff (eg MOM, any Competent members of staff who may be working or passing)

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What is an uncontrolled evacuation?

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It is an unauthorised evacuation, passenger related, due to a door egress.
Contact the signaller immediately, request signal protection, possible line block and emergency switch off.
Make a PA, and even give direct orders from the drivers cab window to the passenger to return to the train.
Emergency protection may be required.

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What is an emergency evacuation?

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Evacuation due to any emergency scenario, fire, explosives, derailment, terrorism.
Emergency call.
You will need an emergency switch off and a line block.
If you can’t contact the signaller, or they cannot provide you with signal protection you will need emergency protection.

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Why might you asked to examine the line?

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Track defect
An obstruction
Flood water
Earth works are compromised
Fire
Boundary fence is compromised
OLE/CRE
Rough ride

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What must you do if asked to examine the line?

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You must reach a clear understanding with the signaller of which portion of the track is to be examined
You must proceed at Caution
And carry out any further instructions

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What is the maximum speed limit when examining the line if there is a suspected track defect?

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20mph

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What is the maximum speed limit when examining the line if there is a suspected track defect and the affected portion is in a tunnel?

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maximum speed of 10mph

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What is the maximum speed limit when examining the line following a bridge strike? rail over bridge

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There is no set speed limit, but speed is on the signallers instruction

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What is the maximum speed limit when examining the line following a bridge strike? rail under bridge

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You must stop before passing under.
check for any obvious damage, including debris on the line.
Inform the signaller whether you believe the line to be safe
Do not exceed 5 mph

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Once you have finished examining the line, what must you do?

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Report the state of the affected line from the location previously agreed with the signaller.

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Who can authorise passing a signal at danger?

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Signaller
Pilot (single line working)
Hand signaller
Shunter
Another competent person (Panel Person/Designated person)

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What must you ensure before passing a signal at danger (with authority)

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That you have reached a clear understanding, and how far the movement will go

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What speed do you travel following passing a signal at danger (with authority)

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Proceed at caution, even if the line appears to be clear

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What speed must you drive over points when passing a signal at danger (with authority)

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max 15 mph

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What is the procedure when passing a signal at the entrance to a tunnel?

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You must use the signal post telephone (and not the `gsm-R) when contacting the signaller unless told otherwise
Use the signal post telephone at the exit to the tunnel to inform the signaller that the train has “arrived complete”

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What are the 5 conditions required to pass 2 signals at danger?

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Both signals must had the same fault
There is no TPWS on the second signal
The third signal must be displaying a proceed aspect
The line has previously been inspected
There is no distant signal

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When passing two signals at danger, and one of the 5 conditions is not met, what has to happen?

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Extended block working

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When might a driver need to make a wrong directional move?

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Return to the station after an overshoot (under 400m)
Wrong route taken
Make a movement following a line blocked by an accident/ failure/ obstruction
A train cannot continue to move forward
Assist a failed train
The front portion of a divided train has to return to the rear portion
A shunting movement
single line working is in operation

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What must a driver do before a wrong directional move?

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Get the authority of the signaller/pilot/hand signaller

Make sure they understand how far the movement can go

Confirm any arrangement for points

Arrangements for changing ends

Dealing with passengers

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What must a driver do during a wrong directional move?

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You must be able to stop within the distance you see to be clear
Check the position of points (15mph max)

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Before undertaking a wrong directional move, who must the driver obtain permission from?
The signaller OR the pilot or hand signaller acting on the signaller’s instructions
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What must a driver understand before performing a wrong directional move?
How far the movement is to proceed
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During single line working, how must you approach points?
Approach at caution and make sure the points are set correctly Not exceed 15mph
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What will happen to the level crossing when you cross the first treadle?
The first treadle activates both the amber road traffic lights and the siren for motorists
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What will happen when you pass the second treadle?
The second treadle the red lights for motorists start to flash, and the crossing barriers lower
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What happens when you pass over the third treadle?
All road traffic signs extinguish and the barriers raise
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What term do you report to the signaller to confirm that the trains inspection of the track has completed?
Train has arrived complete
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If you are asked to inspect the line in a tunnel, what must you check with the signaller?
If they require you to use the signal post telephone instead of the GSM-R (This is an old rule, due to the reliability of older CSR radios)
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How will a crossing attendant signal the signal is clear to cross?
With a green flag
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What additional steps do you have to undertake when the signaller instructs you to pass a signal at danger at the entrance to a tunnel?
Give one long blast on the warning horn, then proceed at caution, at no more than 10 mph preparing to stop short of any obstruction
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Following passing a signal at danger in a tunnel, what must you do?
Bring your train to a stand at the first signal (irrespective of the signal displayed) and inform them that the train has arrived complete.
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When might a signaller give permission to pass a signal at danger?
Defective equipment - the signal cannot be cleared Movements (an example would be shunting) Engineering - an engineering train is moved towards a possession OR to leave a line at an intermediate point Checking Clearing the line (assist a failed train, evacuate passengers from a failed train, remove portion of a divided train, remove a train that has proceeded without authority) Pilot working
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What is extended block working?
If two or more consecutive signals are not functioning or have been disconnected for a specific reason then extended block working is introduced to allow trains to pass through the section in the most efficient way.
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What form do you need to complete when extended block working is occurring?
NR3190
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What situations during extended block working do you **NOT** have to complete a NR3190?
Remove a train that has spadded Remove a portion of a divided train Assist a failed train Assist passengers on a failed train
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During extended block working, how would you approach these situations? Remove a train that has spadded Remove a portion of a divided train Assist a failed train Assist passengers on a failed train
You must proceed at caution
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What is the additional scenario during extended block working where you must proceed at caution?
When you are examining the line
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If you are undertaking extended block working, who else do you need to inform?
Conductor/guard
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When you are at the signal at the end of extended block working, what do you need to do before contacting the signaller?
Reinstate the TPWS isolation
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When you are at the signal at the end of extended block working, what do you need to inform the signaller?
“Train has arrived complete”
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Who might assist you at a level crossing, and what flags might they display?
A crossing attendant. They can display a green flag to indicate that the crossing is clear, or a red flag to indicate the crossing is not clear and you must stop. Their signal does not take priority over any working signals.
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How would you know that degraded working has ended?
There will be an End of degraded working signals. This must be there. The only scenarios that the sign might not be in place is if the degraded working is last minute and the sign has not yet been put in place.
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**Single line working** How would you identify a pilot?
They will be wearing a red armband on their left arm, with the word ‘PILOT’ in white
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**Single line working** What is the principle of single line working?
when one line of a double line becomes blocked, single line working by pilot allows trains to travel over the line in either direction
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**Single line working** Where will you find out about single line working ?
If planned it may be published in the WON. Details may be in the late notice case or the new notice case. When you arrive at the start and a pilot notifies you
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**Single line working** What form would a pilot complete?
A RT3193
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**Single line working** What is the RT3193?
It is the single line working ticket. It is used by the pilot to inform the driver of the Single Line Working arrangements.
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**Single line working** What does the pilot do?
They are appointed to take charge of single line working.
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**Single line working** If you are the first train travelling into single line working and the pilot is travelling with you, when must you stop?
When the pilot is to tell anyone working on or near the line that single line working is in place. When the pilot is to tell the crossing keeper that single line working is in place So that the pilot can check that points are properly secured.
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**Single line working** If you are the first train travelling into single line working and the pilot is NOT travelling with you, when must you stop?
To inform any workers on or near the line that single line working is occurring, and which line is being used.
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Can a green hand signal be used to give a driver authority to pass a signal at danger?
No, it is used only to indicate that it is safe to proceed across a level crossing or unworked points during single line working.
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What will a hand signaller use alongside a red signal?
One detonator. This will be remove before they display a yellow hand signal.
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**Single line working** When travelling in the wrong direction, what is the maximum speed limit?
50mph
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**Single line working** if you are driving the first train, what is the maximum speed you can travel over any points?
15mph
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**Single line working** When do you not need a RT3193?
When you are **removing** a train that has entered a section without authority When you are **removing** a portion of a divided train when you are **assisting** a failed train when you are **assisting** passengers from a failed train when you are working to and from the point of obstruction
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**Single line working** When might you see a hand signaller?
when the signal section is longer, a hand signaller may be used to move a train back onto the obstructed line/into sidings etc. in order to clear the line for an oncoming train. A hand signaller is also placed at an intermediate signal box providing it is open.
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**Single line working** If there is no hand signaller at an intermediate signal box, how would you approach it?
approach at caution, and only proceed if it safe to do so
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**Single line working** When might you see a green/red flag on the ground?
At unworked points. The green section will either be on the left or the right. The side that the green is on indicates the route that the points are set for.
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**Single line working** If working to the point of obstruction, what is different about the pilot?
There must be a pilot in both sides of the obstruction, and they will ALWAYS travel with the train. The RT3193 is not required.
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**Single line working** What will accompany an end of degraded working sign?
A signallers agent
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**Single line working** If provided, where will the end of degraded working sign and signallers agent be positioned?
opposite the signal on the proper line that you will be returning to.
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**Single line working** What if there is no end of degraded working sign/ signallers agent, or there is no main aspect?
The pilot MUST travel with the train
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Who would authorise a controlled evacuation?
Control
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How would a driver be communicating durning the whole process of a controlled evacuation?
They will be using the GSM-R to communicate with control. They will be relaying all important information to staff assisting, and relaying information to passengers frequently.
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What would a driver request to make a controlled evacuation safe?
A line block and emergency switch off
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What emergency equipment is provided in the emergency equipment in the PTOSL?
Two hammers and a ladder
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How could passengers exit a train safely if not at a platform? (controlled evacuation)
By using the ladder stored in the emergency cupboard. They may be evacuated onto another train using the ramp
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What should you request when examining the line in a tunnel?
For a competent person on the train to join you in the drivers cab and assist you
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If examining the line in poor visibility, what must you have?
Working lights. If they are not working, then a portable headlight is sufficient.
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If examining the line in poor visibility and you have NO lights, what may happen?
you may be asked to examine the line on foot
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What is route proving?
It is a procedure carried out to ensure that the railway is safe for trains to operate. It is typically carried out after extreme weather
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Why might a driver be asked to route prove?
After high winds or heavy rain, checking for obstructions and debris, flooding or structural failure
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Why might you be asked to pass a signal at danger?
The signal is defective. Remove a train that has entered a section without authority Remove a portion of a divided train Assist a failed train Evacuate passengers from a failed train Examining the line
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What speed when route proving?
Proceed at caution (taking conditions into account, allowing you to stop the train short of any train, vehicle or obstruction)
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How long does TSO last for?
20seconds
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If authorised to pass a signal at danger, how would you treat the next signal as?
Treat it as red/danger
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If the signal you pass at danger has a junction indicator, what should you check?
Check with the signaller that the points have been set correctly
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When given permission to pass two signals at danger (that has met the criteria) what is the maximum speed?
50 mph
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What is this sign?
End of Degraded Working
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When would extended block working be introduced?
When more than one signal needs to be passed at danger
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What is this form? When would you find it? When would it be used?
It is the NR 3190 extended block working ticket. It must be in the drivers bag. It would be used when given permission to pass multiple signals at danger
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Where would this sign be located?
At/before/after an easily identifiable place: A station A junction A level crossing A tunnel
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What is this form? When would you find it? When would it be used?
It's the RT3156 **Single line working** ticket. Its issued by the pilot to drivers and records the details for the working of trains over a **single** or bi-directional line by pilot, during a failure or when working to and from a point of obstruction.
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The pilot is travelling with you during single line working, and you are the first train. When would you need to stop?
When the pilot needs to inform anyone on or near the line that single line working is in place. When the pilot needs to inform the crossing keeper that single line working is in place. When the pilot is checking that points have been set correctly and they are secure.
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When would the pilot need to travel during single line working regarding returning to the proper line?
No main aspect (the line is not bi-directional) No GPS light along with end of degraded working sign and pilot. Poor visibility. Up to and back from the point of an obstruction
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What is the purpose of the signallers agent?
They are there to report back to the signaller if the driver hasn't contacted the signaller to state that 'the train has arrived complete'
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What would you do if you identified a main aspect, GPS light or Limit of shunt during your wrong directional movement that was not included on the brief from the pilot?
Stop, do not pass it, contact the signaller.
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What is the maximum speed during single line working in the normal direction?
Linespeed
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How can a movement be controlled over a level crossing for SLW movements?
A crossing attendant MAY be assigned. they will have a green flag indicating that the crossing is clear, or a red flag indicating the crossing is NOT clear. They do not work in conjunction with a main signalling aspect
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What form is this?
RT3193 Drivers single line working ticket
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What form is used in modified working?
RT3177
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What is the maximum speed in modified working?
50mph
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What is modified working?
It allows trains to enter a section with a faulty starter signal on a single line section, before a pilot is in place. It is only possible because of infrastructure and technological updates in place at that section called a direction of flow indicator
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When conducting another driver, what do you need to inform them of before any movement?
How to stop the train in an emergency. Where the emergency equipment is. How to shut down the train in an emergency.
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Is a pilot required when modified working (single line) is in operation?
No. If a pilot was available, modified working would not be in use, but instead Single line working by pilot.
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What must the driver do at the end of modified working?
Report to the signaller 'train has arrived complete' - this is because the pilot is not in place to report to the signaller themself.
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When would single line working by pilot be introduced?
When the entrance signal to a single line has failed and can't be cleared. When the 'token' has been lost. When train s have to work to and from the point of an obstruction
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