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1
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where is the operational railway?

A

everything within the boundary

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what is the cess?

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the area between the boundary and on or near the line

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what is on or near the line?

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on or within 3 meteres of running line

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if someone is on a platform are they on or near the line?

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no. not unless they are carrying out technical work within 1.25m of platform edge

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are you on or near the line if on a level crossing or behind a permanent fence (structure)?

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no.

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what are the two main things you MUST know before going onto the track?

second questions after he answers the first, where would you find this info?

A

line speed and direction of trains?

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how regularly must you look up for trains?

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every 3-5 seconds

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what is the POS distance from line when linespeed is 0-100mph?
and over 100mph?

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1.25m
2m

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When is it acceptable to walk in the four foot?

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  1. no where to walk on the cess
  2. facing oncoming trains
  3. can adopt a position of safety within 10 secs
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Where must you never walk when on the track?

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in the six or ten foot

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when walking with other, how must you walk?

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single file, 20 metres/yards apart

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can you use a mobile when working on the track?

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yes - only when in a position of safety (POS)

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when walking on the operational line, what must you always be looking for?

A

A position of safety — move to the opposite side if needed

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When can you leave your POS?

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When the train has passed and you’re certain there’s no other trains approaching

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What are your actions if a train approaches and there is no POS?

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Immediately lie in the cess, six or ten foot and tuck in

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Where you must you never lay?

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in the four foot

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What is a bi-directional line?

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Portion of track that is signalled in both directions

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What is a simplified bi-directional line?

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Portion of track that is signalled in both directions but more signals in the predominant location

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What does a limited clearance sign look like and what does it mean?

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Red battenberg - warning/limited clearance
There are no POS past the sign for the length of the structure beyond it. Do not pass when trains are approaching.

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What does a No Refuge sign look like and what does it mean?

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Blue battenberg - Warning/No refuges
There are no positions of safety/refuges on that side of the railway but there are on the opposite side.

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What is a prohibition sign?

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Must not pass this sign when trains are running unless to carry out emergency protection or if told that trains have been stopped.

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When should an authorised walking route be used

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whenever one is available

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if walking between trains, what must you ensure you do?

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ensure there is a 10 metre gap between the trains and the emergency brake is applied in both units?

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who controls the OLE?

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Electrical Control Operator (ECO)

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How much voltage does the OLE provide trains with AC & DC?
25,000Volts AC to trains 750 volts DC to trams/metro
26
What is the min. distance you must always be from a trains pantograph/OLE?
2.75 metres
27
If you notice damaged OLE, what must you do?
Emergency call to stop all trains Emergency switch off
28
In what circumstances is emergency switch off of the OLE required?
Damaged OLE person or object in contact with OLE line side fire derailment train/vehicle fire any other OLE emergency
29
What is the Automatic Power Controller (APC)
Magnets located before and after neutral sections. Operate the vacuum circuit breaker to disable or re-engage the trains pantograph.
30
What does a neutral section ahead warning board look like?
Two T’s with black background
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What does the commencement(start) of a neutral section board look like?
Two T’s with white background
32
When should TCOCs be placed?
When the train is unable to complete the circuit (eg. derailment) or if the signaller cannot confirm signal protection
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In what order should you attach TCOCs?
Place it on or near the line side first & then the 6ft side second
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In what order should you remove TCOCS?
the 6ft foot first & then on/near line
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Why does this order of attaching & removing TCOCs matter?
To prevent inadvertently clipping to the third rail
36
Name the four types of OLE structures?
Portal Semi-portal Cantilever Headspan structure
37
What might diesel trains be able to do when there is an OLE issue?
Diesel trains may still be able to run or examine the OLE
38
When making an emergency call relating to dangerous goods, what must you state?
This is a railway goods emergency call & state united nations number
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What precautions must you take when dealing with a dangerous goods incident?
Keep clear of dangerous goods keep wind behind you if facing area avoid low lying areas where gas gathers keep people away keep naked flames away do not use mobile phones
40
What actions must you take to preserve evidence after an accident?
Do not interfere with evidence after a serious accident unless to prevent further injury or damage Note any time sensitive data (eg. duplex gauge readings)
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In what circumstances must you make an emergency call? Hint (TOFFEEED)
Track defect Obstruction Fire Flood Earthworks Elephant (large animal) Emergency indicator unlit/fallen Derailment
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In an emergency, how must you warn approaching drivers when in a train?
With hazard lights or red lights forward and a distress horn
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What are your actions if you see a danger to trains?
Inform signaller before passing the next stop signal
44
What are your actions if your train is in danger?
Stop immediately avoiding tunnels, viaducts or unsuitable locations
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How do you stop a train in day time? (hand signals)
raise both arms above head or wave red flag
46
How to stop train at night (hand signals)
red torch light or shake any colour light vigorously
47
What are dangers ON A train that require an emergency call?
Doors not closed properly Insecure load on freight Vehicle on fire Hot axle box Trains headlights not working Trains tail lights not working/missing trains distress horn flashing hazard lights driver or guard displaying red hand signal
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what does a black cross on telephone mean
lineside telephone
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what does black hatching on telephone mean
signal post telephone
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what is a green telephone
an emergency telephone
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what does a red telephone with electrification mean
phone to ECO
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What does a black phone on a white background mean?
general railway telephone
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What does a black phone on a yellow background mean?
level crossing telephone
54
What do the following signs mean? white diamond with cross yellow diamond with cross black and white hatching with yellow roundel black cross with yellow roundel
these phones are not in a POS and must only be used in emergency or if told that the line is blocked.
55
when should you use the warning horn?
as much as necessary for safe operation
56
How would you warn others of your train approaching? (Horn)
Both tones
57
How would you give an urgent warning of immediate danger or if your warning was not acknowledged? (horn)
long blast
58
How would you warn that your train is in distress? (horn)
continuous series of long blasts
59
how would you sound horn at whistle board?
low tone - 6:00-23:59
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how would you warn of a train movement?
short blast (soft on depot, siding or entering shed)
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What does emergency protection involve?
Placing a TCOC on every obstruction line (inc own line), showing hand danger signals to approaching trains and protecting obstructed lines with detonators When completed, continuing as far as necessary to contact signaller or return to train if already contacted.
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When is emergency protection required?
After a train accident if unable to contact the signaller or if the signaller cannot provide or guarantee signal protection. Also if train fails in EBW
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How would you protect a double track line?
TCOC on own line and opposite line 3x detonators 1 1/4 miles from train (20m apart) on opposite line only
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How would you protect a multi-track line?
TCOC on own line and all other obstructed lines 3x detonators (20m apart) 1 & quarter miles from train - guard to assist if protecting more than one line (if not possible, route knowledge on which to protect first)
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What are your actions if you reach a tunnel whilst laying emergency protection?
if tunnel before full distance 3x dets. at tunnel entrance If 1 & quarter miles falls in tunnel, continue to far end and place 3x dets. outside of it If 1 & quarter miles not reached after exiting tunnel, continue until full protection distance reached and lay 3x dets.
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What are your actions if you reach a diverging junction whilst laying emergency protection?
If you reach a diverging junction before 1&quarter miles, 3x dets. before junction at convergence point, then decide order to protect lines (route knowledge)
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What are your actions if a train approached whilst carrying out emergency protection?
Immediately lay 3x detonators and display hand danger signal
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What are your actions if you reach a telephone or signal box before reaching the full protection distance?
place 3 dets. 20m apart and then contact signaller
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What are your actions once you contact the signaller?
need a line block & return to train
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