1
Q
When would you use a short circuit bar?
A
When a person is in danger of coming in contact with the third rail
During an evacuation (uncontrolled or emergency)
If there is severe arcing / fire
Following company instructions
2
Q
What are the components of a short circuit bar?
A
It has a wooden handle and a metal anvil
3
Q
Who can use the short circuit bar?
A
Anyone trained in doing so
4
Q
What would prevent the use of a short circuit bar?
A
Kick boards around the third rail
Yellow shrouding (P-way protection)
5
Q
List the 5 steps in using the short circuit bar
A
- Sweep the ballast for clearance
- Place the anvil under the third rail
- Turn away
- Shout “LOOK AWAY”
- Push the SCB down and walk away
5
Q
Explain the schedule card abbreviation PC
A
PC (Prepare Circuit)
Key on and set up the cab
6
Q
Explain the schedule card abbreviation PP
A
Partially prepped
You will need to Aux off, then Aux on, then prep the train
6
Q
Explain the schedule card abbreviation TC
A
Trip Circuit
Key off and exit the train
6
Q
Explain the schedule card abbreviation B
A
Berth
You need to aux off the train, then exit.
7
Q
Explain the schedule card abbreviation PB
A
Prepare from Berth
You will need to Aux on, then prep the train
8
Q
How long do you need to hold the aux on/off buttons for?
A
5 seconds
9
Q
Fix and fail.
Explain the timeline (10 mins)
A
0 mins: fault occurs
0-2 mins: Cab checks. Make a PA around the 1 minute mark
2 mins: Inform the signaller of the issue
4 mins: contact fleet for support
4-10 mins: attempt to resolve the problem
10 mins: fix or fail
10
Q
If you are unable to take power, what 5 things do you check in the driving cab?
A
DRA
DDS POSITION
Line light
MCB/ADD light
Interlock
11
Q
What single unit formations can a 377 be?
A
3 car
4 car
5 car
12
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 1–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
1 series
4 car
13
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 2–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
2 series
4 car
14
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 3–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
3 series
3 car
15
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 4–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
4 series
4 car
16
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 5–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
5 series
4 car
17
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 6–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
6 series
5 car
18
Q
If a train’s unit number was 377 7–
What series is it and what formation will it be?
A
7 series
5 car
19
Q
What series trains have retractable shoe gears?
A
2
5
6
7
20
Q
What series trains are dual voltage?
A
2, 5, 7
21
Q
What does DMOS stand for?
A
Driver Motor Open Standard
22
What does PTOSL stand for?
Pantograph
Trailer
Open
Standard
Lavatory
23
What does MOSL stand for?
Motor
Open
Standard
Lavatory
24
What does MOS stand for?
Motor
Open
Standard
25
Where would you find the emergency cupboard?
In the PTOSL
26
What are the contents of the emergency cupboard?
A ladder
A Ramp
4 hot weather barriers
2 window hammers
9 shoe paddles
27
What emergency equipment is in the driver's cab?
2 extinguishers
2 TCOC's
A red flag
10 detonators
1 hammer
A first aid kit
A short circuit bar
A shraeder hose (series 6+7)
28
What voltage is the third rail?
750v DC
29
Where will you find the shoes?
Shoes are only on DMOS's
8 shoes to a single unit
30
How many shoes need to be in contact with the third rail for the train to receive power?
Only one
31
List the components of shoe gear
The shoe
Shoe lifting lugs
Frangible joint
Shoe lead
Height limiting bar (Shoe beam)
32
Once power has passed through the shoe gear, where does it do next?
It then continues to the shoe fuse.
33
What is the purpose of the shoe fuse?
To protect the power unit line from excessive power, caused by a power surge
34
Once power has passed through the shoe, then to the shoe fuse, then to the power unit line, where does it go next?
It then passes through a main circuit breaker.
35
What does the main circuit breaker do?
It provides an additional layer of protection should a power surge bypass the shoe fuse, providing protection to the ACM (auxiliary converter module) and the MCM (motor converter module)
36
Once power has passed through the shoe, then the shoe fuse' then the power unit line, then the MCB, where does it go next?
To both the ACM (auxiliary converter module) and the MCM (motor converter module)
37
What does the ACM do?
The ACM breaks down the 750v
38
How does the ACM divide the voltage?
400v AC to HVAC
230v AC to Lights and sockets
110v DC to battery and cab controls
39
What is the term called when one ACM fails?
partial load shed
40
How do you know if you've had partial load shed?
the 'MCB/ADD' light in the cab will illuminate. Externally, the cyclops light will go out
41
What is the proper term for the cyclops light?
High level Illuminating Light
42
If one ACM has failed, can you continue in service?
Yes. Report it at the first opportunity to fleet. Follow instructions.
43
What is the term called when both ACM's fail?
Full load shed
44
What is the MCM?
Motor convertor module
45
What does the MCM do?
it provides propulsive power to the bogies 2 traction motors, as well as providing rheostatic braking
46
What is rheostatic braking?
The use of the trains motors as generators to slow the train down, instead of using the brake pads.
47
Can a train continue with a MCM failure?
Yes, with less power. The other coaches will be unaffected.
48
What additional layer of protection is provided to protect the ACM and MCM?
The Main Circuit Breaker (MCB)
49
What does it mean if the MCB light is illuminated?
That an MCB has opened somewhere on the train.
50
How would you identify which MCB is open?
First check the MCB light (if it is illuminated it means there is an open MCB).
Then view the traction status menu on the MiTRAC to identify which coach is at fault
51
On the traction status screen on MiTRAC, when checking the status of the MCB and ACM's, which colours will you see and what do they mean?
Green means they are working as normal
Yellow means it is faulty
Red means it has been isolated by fleet
52
At what speed will rheostatic braking stop working?
10 mph
53
When travelling below 10 MPH, what type of braking will be in use?
Air braking (Friction)
54
Is the emergency braking dynamic braking (rheostatic) or air braking?
Air braking
55
Where would you find an LCM?
On the non driving side of dual voltage trains. Only on 2/5/7 series.
56
Where will you find the battery?
On the DMOS
57
How long does it take for battery full load shed
90 mins
58
What type of doors do 377's have?
Sliding plug doors
59
How would you isolate a sliding plug door?
By activating the service switch above each passenger door.
60
What is behind the roll cover doors of the auto electrical coupling block?
42 110v pins
61
What does EBS stand for
COULD BE WRONG
Emergency bypass switch
A train can start a journey (but not carrying passengers) if the EBS has been operated in any driving cab to travel to a maintenance depot.
If already at a depot a journey must not be started
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What does TIS stand for
Traction interlock switch
63
What does EBC stand for
End body cupboard
64
On which coach will you find the compressor?
The PTOSL
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What bar pressure is the compressor regulated to?
10 bar
66
What regulates the compressor
The compressor governor
67
The compressor governor starts the air compressor when air falls below what pressure?
8.5 bar
68
Where does the air generated by the compressor travel to?
The main reservoir tank
69
What regulates the pressure to the main reservoir pipe? To what bar pressure?
The reducing valve
7.5 bar
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What bar pressure is the air in the main reservoir pipe?
7.5 bar
71
What does the main reservoir pipe do?
It supplies all air systems on the train
72
What type of braking system does a 377 use?
A blended braking system, consisting of dynamic electric braking (rheostatic/regenerative) and friction (3 step air based system)
73
What are all wheels fitted with?
Brake discs and pads
74
What percentage more braking do emergency give than brake step 3
35%
75
What is behind the brake raft, found on all coaches?
The brake supply reservoir
76
At what pressure are parking brakes applied?
When air pressure drops to 3.8 bar or below
77
Where will you find the parking brakes?
On every bogie that doesn't have a traction motor
78
What is the mechanical force equivalent of the parking brake?
Brake step 1
79
What is the secondary suspension?
The air suspension
80
What is the primary suspension?
The Yaw/Pitch dampers
81
How many suspension surge reservoirs are there?
(Also known as air suspension service tanks)
Three per coach. They are horizontal across the coaches body
82
Which suspension tank is located behind the non powered bogie?
The individual longer tank
83
Where will you find the sanding system?
On each DMOS
84
When illuminated and pressed, do all of the sanding systems on the train operate together?
No. Only the system in the leading DMOS operates.
85
On which side would you find the sander control unit?
The sander control unit is located on the driver's side of the unit. There is also a test button on this side.
86
At what bar pressure do emergency brakes come on?
5.4
87
At what pressure are the emergency brakes released?
6.5
88
Where would you find the auxillary main reservoir tank?
On the MOSL and MOS
89
If a coach has it's air suspension isolated, and you are unable to lock out the coach, what is the maximum speed allowed
45 MPH
90
What are your restrictions if you have dragging brakes?
You are restricted to 10mph, for a maximum duration of 2 miles.
Then required to take a 10 min rest so that the brakes can cool.
max 5 mph over crossings and points
91
If a coach has it's air suspension isolated, and you are able to lock out the coach, what is the maximum speed allowed
Linespeed
92
List the route of air for a train to reach the brake cylinders?
Air is generated in the compressor
(The compressor is controlled by the compressor governor)
It is then sent to the main reservoir tank
The pressure is reduced at the reducer valve to 7.5 bar
It's then sent to the main reservoir pipe.
The main reservoir pipe then sends air to the brake supply reservoir.
Air is then sent to the brake unit, whereby compressed air will then push a piston, which applies the brake pads against the wheels
93
What controls how much force is applied to the brakes?
The CPBC controls the brake unit.
94
What does MRPIC stand for?
Main reservoir pipe isolation cock
95
What does the MRPIC do?
It isolates the compressor and the main reservoir from the main reservoir pipe
96
What does CGIC stand for?
Compressor Governor Isolation Cock
97
What does the CGIC do?
It stops the compressor governor from turning the compressor off, meaning the compressor will run continuously if the CGIC is isolated
98
When would you use an isolation cock?
Only on the instructions of fleet
99
Where will you find the MCB for the compressor?
In the body end cupboard in the PTOSL
100
What do you need to check before isolating the compressor governor?
That the line light is illuminated, ACMs are working, compressor MCBs have not tripped
101
What does MRPCC stand for?
Main Reservoir Pipe Coupling Cock
102
What does the MRPCC do?
This isolating cock cuts off one side of the main reservoir pipe feed between coaches.
103
When would you use the MRPCC
When there is a burst on the main reservoir pipe
104
What can cause dragging brakes
Mechanical issues, or air stuck in the cylinders
105
How would you identify which brakes are stuck on?
Mitrac will display an error, and will tell you which brakes need to be isolated.
106
Who do you need to inform when leaving the train to use an isolation cock?
The signaller
107
How do you reset the emergency plunger?
Twist it, then reset the MCB
108
What is the PBAC?
The Parking Brake Application Cock
109
Where would you find the PBAC?
In the small thin cupboard, under the footrest, non driver's side of the driving cab.
110
What is the maximum speed when a competent person is riding in the driving cab covering the PBAC
Max 5mph
111
What is the SSIC
Smart sander isolation cock
112
What are the rules surrounding the use of a SSIC?
If a smart sander has been isolated during low adhesion season, the train will be taken out of service.
Outside of low adhesion season, it's up to the driver to determine whether it's safe to remain in service.
113
What is the TSIC
Toilet system isolation cock
114
What is the AECBIC
The auto electrical coupling block isolation cock
115
What does ECIC mean
Emergency coupling isolation cock
116
When would the ECIC be used?
If main reservoir air needs to be passed in-between two incompatible trains, both trains Schrader hoses must be connected to one another and the ECIC on both units isolated.
117
What is the HSIC?
Horn supply isolation cock
118
What does SWIC stand for?
Screen wash isolation cock
119
What does the low main reservoir air governor do?
It monitors air pressure in the main reservoir pipe and engages the emergency brakes when the air pressure falls below 5.4
120
How many different air tanks are there
The main reservoir
The auxiliary main reservoir
The brake supply reservoir
The air suspension service tanks
121
What is the AMRIC
Auxiliary main reservoir isolation cock
122
What is the electric wire that travels around the entire train?
The brake continuity wire
123
What breaks the brake continuity wire? List a few
Pass com (if not overridden)
Egress (if not overridden)
Interlock
Emergency plunger (when activated)
The emergency brake applied in the other cab
Using neutral while moving
Aws/tpws activation
Dsd activation
Brake control MCB has tripped in the body end cupboard
LBSRG
Low main res air
124
What overrides an emergency brake application?
The EBS (emergency bypass switch/ emergency brake supply)
125
What does the emergency bypass switch do?
EBS tricks the train to believe that the train's brakes are ok.
It isolates everything on the brake continuity wire
It's the '**get out of jail free**' card
126
Where would you find the EBS switch
On the safety systems panel, offside, driving cab
127
Who authorises the use of EBS
Only Fleet
128
What safety devices remain active when the EBS switch is activated?
The emergency plungers and the emergency brake application in the leading DMOS
129
What does LMAG stand for?
Low Main Air Governor
130
What does SGG stand for?
Shoe Gear Governor
131
What does PBRG stand for?
Parking brake reservoir governor
132
LBSRG
Low brake supply reservoir governor
133
What is an unsolicited brake application?
When you can't get the brakes off when stationary, or when the brakes 'slam on' when stationary
134
What in cab indications do you get with a major fault?
Mitrac will display a red and yellow warning triangle.
The fault acknowledge light will flash red on the dash.
There will be an audible warning.
135
How do you acknowledge a major fault displayed on mitrac?
Push and hold the train fault acknowledge button to cancel the alarm.
This will remove the red warning triangle, but the yellow will remain until the fault is rectified
136
What will be your in cab indications if you have 'gapped'?
The line light will go out
The MCB/ADD light will illuminate
137
What does this photo show?
It's the right hand side of the duplex guage.
This displays the brake cylinder pressure for the leading bogie
138
If a door has been isolated, what colour will it display on the MITRAC door status screen?
White
139
What are your steps when a door is jammed open?
Activate the S10 switch in the overhead panel to isolate the electric motor.
Close the doors
Mechanically lock the doors using the T key
Reinstate the s10 switch so SDO is not affected.
140
How would you isolate doors on MITRAC?
On the settings screen. Highlight the coach, then select the doors.
When isolated the door will display white
141
How many times can you reset a tripped MCB?
3 times
142
What does 'load shed' mean?
The ACMs have stopped charging the batteries, so the train shuts off some electrical functions to preserve battery life
143
If you have a loss of power, what in cab checks will you perform?
That the line light is on
MCB/ADD light off
DDS in the correct position
DRA isn't set
There is interlock
144
If you've received an unsolicited brake demand, what will you check?
The TPWS panel
The duplex guage- the display for low main reservoir pressure
MCB's
MITRAC faults/traction status
Bill lights (illuminated means loss of interlock)
Interlock status
Emergency plungers haven't been pressed
Check the couple light
145
What is the list that needs to be met in order to be able to use EBS?
**M.A.D.E. M.A.D.**
146
What does MADE MAD stand for?
MCB - has the brake control MCB tripped?
Air - is the main res air on the duplex guage displaying the correct pressure?
DSD - test it, is it working?
Emergency plungers - are they pressed?
MCB - Has the AWS or TPWS tripped?
Air - brake reservoir. Do a personal brake test
Drum switch - it should be in the 'uncouple' position
147
What controls the brake unit?
The combined power brake controller
148
What does the left hand side of the duplex guage show?
The bar pressure of the main reservoir pipe
149
What does the right hand side of the duplex guage display?
The bar pressure of the brake supply reservoir only for the leading coach.
150
If you needed to prep a train, what abbreviations would be on your schedule card?
PP (partial prep)
PB (prep from berth)
151
Explain the acronym ASKDM?
This is used to aux on correctly.
A - Press aux on for 5 seconds
S - The speedo will perform a self test, to around 90mph
K - Key on - DDS neutral
D - DC systems selected
M - MCB close
152
What would you do for the rest of a train prep AFTER you have completed ASKDM?
Check the cab from left to right, starting from the top and moving left to right, checking all lights,
logging into MITRAC,
testing the bell buzzer,
perform a personal brake test,
complete test of the cab buttons,
check the DOO monitor works,
T test button on GSM-R,
test PA and c2c.
Check for emergency equipment.
Walk through the train and check internal doors are working and BECs are closed.
Then test other cab in entirety.
153
Would you need to aux off and aux back on in both cabs when prepping?
No
154
If you encountered a defect, what would you do before contacting the signaller, and then fleet?
Spend two minutes making sure that there isn't an easily rectified issue before reporting. Also make a PA due to the delay.
155
If your train fails to take power, what cab checks would you make?
Check the line light is illuminated.
Traction status screen.
DRA isn't on.
MCB's
MCB/ADD light isn't illuminated.
156
If you encounter an unsolicited brake application or you cannot get your brakes off, what in cab checks will you perform?
BLIMMMED
Brake demand light
Look out of the window - Fire/BIL light
Interlock
MCB's
MITRAC
Main reservoir pressure
Emergency stop plungers
Drumswitch - should be uncoupled
157
What could potentially happen if you had a leak on a tank?
You could lose air pressure resulting in an emergency brake demand.
If it was the main reservoir tank, this could lead to an emergency brake demand from the LMAG (because the main res pipe pressure is too low).
If it was a brake supply reservoir, the demand could be due to the LBSRG.
Parking brakes might also be applied, depending if the air pressure in the main reservoir pipe is sufficient enough to keep the spring loaded brakes held back or not.
158
Why would you need to operate the MRPIC?
The main reservoir tank has burst, and you need to isolate it from the main reservoir pipe. (Main reservoir pipe isolation cock)
159
What MCB's would you operate when you have activated the MRPIC?
You would need to trip the compressor MCB's. This is because it will run constantly, and becomes a fire hazard.
160
If you are a single unit, what does operating MRPIC mean?
You no longer have a compressor keeping the air systems pressurised, therefore you require assistance. Parking brakes will be applied due to low pressure. Emergency brakes applied.
161
Why would you operate the BSRIC?
BSRIC (brake supply reservoir isolation cock).
Isolated when either the brake supply reservoir has burst, or you are unable to access the BCIC (in a station/ viaduct etc.)
162
What else would you have to operate following operating the BSRIC?
When the BSRIC is operated, emergency brakes are applied due to the LBSRG.
The train cannot be moved without the use of the EBS (emergency bypass switch)
163
If you have isolated the BSRIC in the leading DMOS, would MADEMAD be satisfied?
No, the **AIR** monitoring the brake cylinder pressure on the duplex gauge would not allow EBS to work.
Assistance required.
164
Explain MADE MAD?
M-MCB TPWS/AWS (behind your head)
M-MCB Brake control (in the body end cupboard)
A- Air in main reservoir pressure (left hand side of duplex gauge)
A- Air in brake reservoir pressure (right hand side of duplex gauge) - gauge only shows the pressure in the leading DMOS
D- DSD
D- Drumswitch - it should be in the uncouple position
E- Emergency plunger
165
If you had dragging brakes, what would you ideally operate?
The BCIC (brake cylinder isolation cock)
166
If you have isolated one set of brakes on a 5 car, what are your restrictions?
A restriction of 10mph below line speed down to 35mph.
167
If you have isolated two set of brakes on a 5 car, what are your restrictions?
Detrain. Drive at a considerably lower speed in order to control the train.
168
If you have isolated three sets of brakes on a 5 car, what are your restrictions?
Do not move. Assistance required. Recalculate when attached to assistance.
169
If the compressor is not switching on, what would fleet ask you to operate?
They would ask you to operate the CGIC in the hope that the compressor would then run continuously.
170
If the CGIC was operated and the compressor still didn't come on, what is the problem?
The problem is then with the compressor. If you are a single unit you now have no compressor and require assistance.
171
If the horn is sounding and won't stop, what will you do and when would you report it?
If the horn is sounding continuously, it needs to be isolated. If it's isolated then it's a total failure. Total failure requires reporting immediately.
Contact signaller and then fleet.
Detrain.
Max speed of 20mph.
Stop to inform PWAY workers of defect.
172
If you have a total headlight failure, when would you report it and what restrictions apply?
Report immediately.
Detrain.
A substitution light must be positioned forward.
Max 20mph.
Use the horn.
173
If you fully isolate a switch on the safety systems panel, what indicator would be illuminated in the cab?
safety systems isolated light (next to AWS reset)
174
Your AWS MCB on the cab back wall trips. When would you report it? Would fleet ask you to operate and what restrictions apply?
Report immediately.
Fleet would ask you to reinstate (3x)
Fleet would then ask you to isolate the AWS safety systems isolation switch.
100mph with a competent person (with route knowledge)
60mph without.
Maximum 40mph in darkness/poor visibility (with and without a competent person).
175
What is special about the full isolation of AWS/TPWS?
It is a rule that is published in RSSB TW5. It cannot be altered by different TOCS, all must adhere to it.
176
Something is stuck under the DSD, so fleet have instructed you to fully isolate. What else would you be asked to isolate and why?
They will also ask you to isolate the vigilance alarm. This is because without the DSD footplate active, you are unable to reset the vigilance alarm, therefore an emergency brake application will apply.
177
What speed restrictions are in place for a full DSD isolation?
Report immediately.
Detrain at the first opportunity.
With a competent person, line speed is allowed.
Without, maximum speed of 60 mph.
**IF AWS/TPWS IS ALSO ISOLATED** maximum speed of 40 mph and the competent person is mandatory.
178
If the vigilance needs to be isolated, do you need to isolate the DSD too?
No, but the DSD must always be kept down unless the train is stationary and in neutral.
179
If a door is stuck open, what might fleet ask you to operate?
The TIS - traction interlock switch.
180
What are the restrictions if a door is stuck open and the TIS has to be operated?
Detrain.
Max 20mph, 5 mph over crossings, through tunnels and station platforms.
Line block must be requested on adjacent lines due to added width.
181
What are the restrictions if the TIS switch has been operated but all doors are closed?
Detrain, all doors must be manually locked out. Linespeed.
182
If EBS has been operated, would you remain in service?
No, the only remaining emergency stops on the brake continuity wire are the emergency plungers in the drivers cab, and the emergency stop on the CPBC
183
If a burst occurs on the main res pipe, what needs to be operated?
MRPCC
184
If a fitter cannot wind the parking brakes, what are the restrictions implemented?
The parking brakes will remain on, (dragging brakes), the restriction will be 10-2-10.
Drive at 10 mph, for two miles, then 10 mins rest
185
If there's a sanding problem, what do you operate?
The SSIC (smart sander isolating cock)
186
If there's a leak on the air suspension, what needs to be operated?
What are the restrictions?
The ASIC.
When one asic is operated, the other in the coach needs to be operated too, to balance the coach.
The train can remain in service.
If the coach can be locked out, 100mph.
If the coach cannot be locked out, max speed of 45mph.
187
8 car, one MCM fails, when would you report it?
At the first opportunity, remain in service.
188
8 car, 3 MCM's fail, when would you report it?
At the first opportunity, complete journey.
189
8 car, 4 MCM's fail, when would you report it?
Immediately, obtain further instructions.
190
If a single ACM has failed, what would start, what are the internal and external indicators?
Partial load shed. (the battery will is no longer charging)
Internally, the MCB/ADD light will illuminate. Mitrac will have an error (traction status).
Externally the cyclops light will go out.
191
If both ACM's fail, what process will begin and how long have you got?
Full load shed will begin. The train will start shutting down anything drawing power. There is approximately 90 mins until the battery is flat.
(60 mins for older series, 180 for newer)
192
When would you report a defective speedo and what are the restrictions?
Report immediately.
Detrain.
Proceed at a speed that allows you to comply with any restrictions en route.
193
What are the driver's responsibilities if you become aware of a hot axle box and examination has confirmed this?
Report immediately.
Firstly remove passengers from the affected coach, then Derain when safe.
20mph if unconfirmed/suspected.
10mph when confirmed, 5 mph over crossings and points.
Trains on adjacent lines must be stopped.
194
What are the drivers responsibilities if they have not got a clear view ahead because the windscreen is broken or obscured.
Report immediately.
Detrain, drivers discretion to proceed at a reduced speed.
Use the horn regularly.
Driver can request the assistance of a competent person.
195
What are the drivers responsibilities if they become aware that the PA system is defective on a coach?
Report at first opportunity. Lock the coach out. Remain in service.
Total failure must detrain unless there is an OBS/conductor.
196
If you pressed the emergency plunger in a 2/5/6/7 series, where would the power get to.
2/5/6/7 series have retractable shoes. The train has no draw from the conductor rail.
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If you pressed the emergency plunger in a 1/3/4 series, where would the power get to.
1/3/4 series, the shoes will still be in contact with the conductor rail, but the MCB on the power unit line will be open, breaking the circuit. There may be some residual power.
198
Name the isolation cocks at the front of the train
MRPCC (main reservoir pipe coupling cock)
AECBIC (Auto electrical coupling block isolation cock)
ECIC (Emergency coupling isolation cock)
199
Who can declare a train a failure?
The driver
The fleet
Control
200
What information must the driver give to the signaller if the train has failed?
The **exact** location and what direction assistance needs to come from
201
What information does the signaller need to know when a train has failed and requires assistance? (List of 4)
The location of the the train
The direction of assistance
The stock and formation
That the train will not be moved.
202
If a failed train is to be assisted from the rear, what colour lights should be displayed?
Red
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If a failed train is to be assisted from the front, what colour lights should be displayed?
White
204
When your train has failed, when do you ask the signaller to put you in contact with the assisting driver?
When they are ready to assist (when they're ready to enter the section)
205
How should the assisting driver approach the train that has failed?
Proceed at caution, max speed of 25 mph
206
If an assisting driver has to enter a tunnel before reaching the failed train, what must they do?
Only enter the tunnel if they have already collected the other driver, or it’s been confirmed that the driver is not in the tunnel.
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If an assisting driver is expecting to collect the driver of the failed train, and they are not at the agreed location, what should they do?
Stop and wait.
208
What information does the assisting driver need to help the failed driver?
The exact location of the failed train
The location of the driver
The stock and compatibility
The formation
The direction of travel
Also, if needed, authority to pass a signal at danger
Instructions following assistance
209
When a failed train is clearly visible, is GSM-R contact required between the driver's?
No
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If the failed train is not visible to the assisting driver, how will they communicate with one another?
The signaler will patch the assisting driver through via the GSMR
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What happens if the failed train is not visible to the assisting driver and the signal is unable to patch the drivers through to each other?
The signal acts as the middleman and relays messages between the two
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When rescuing a failed train, What happens if the drivers cannot be patched through to one another and there is poor visibility?
The driver of the failed train walks 300 m towards the assisting train. They require a red light or flag.
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When rescuing a failed train, What happens if the drivers cannot be patched through to one another and there is poor visibility, but there is a signal nearby?
If the stop signal is within 300 m of the failed train and in the direction that the assisting train will be travelling from, the driver will wait at the signal providing the signaler confirms signal protection.
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When rescuing a failed train, What happens if the drivers cannot be patched through to one another and there is poor visibility, and the driver is required to pass through a tunnel to reach the stipulated 300m?
The driver does not enter the tunnel but waits at the entrance.
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If a train fails in the tunnel and a driver is awaiting assistance, what should the driver do?
The driver needs to walk to the exit of the tunnel, in the direction the assisting train will travel from.
216
What does it mean if a red triangle appears at the top right hand corner of your MITRAC screen?
There's an unacknowledged MITRAC red or yellow fault
217
If you had an unsolicited brake application, what will you do? What checks will you perform?
Stop and secure.
Check BLIMMMED
Brake demand light - TPWS
Look outside for BIL lights, anything wrong?
Interlock
Main air Res pressure
Mitrac
MCB's
Emergency plungers
Drum switch- should be uncoupled. Have you pressed couple?
218
If you couldn't take power, what would you check in the cab
Check the line light is illuminated.
Traction status screen.
DRA isn't on.
MCB's
MCB/ADD light isn't illuminated.
219
What's the name of the coupler on the front of the train?
Dellner
220
Why would you operate the CGIC?
The compressor isn't running. This is to check whether that is due to a fault with the compressor governor.
By isolating the CGIC, the compressor should run continuously
221
How many MRPCC isolation cocks will you operate?
4
222
If your MCB/add light is on, what screen will you check on MITRAC?
Traction status
223
If you've operated the AMRIC, will it have any effect on the train?
No, this isolates the supply to the auxiliary main reservoir. The compressor will still work adequately
224
If you've operated the BSRIC, what must you then operate?
EBS. This is due to emergency brakes being applied as the LMRSG is unsatisfied
225
How do you reset the emergency plunger?
Twist the plunger, reset the MCB
226
What screen do you use on MITRAC to isolate a door?
The settings screen.
Select the relevant cab, then choose the doors you'd like to isolate.
227
What coach would you find MRPIC?
PTOSL
228
How do you reset a smoke alarm?
Reinstate the two MCBs in the body end cupboard of the affected coach.
229
What does it mean to propel a train?
To push a defective train
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Why would you propel a train?
There is a failed train on the mainline.
231
Who authorises and controls a propelling movement?
A CDM/ OIM
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Explain the role of the CDM/OIM when propelling
They ride in the leading cab, authorise and are in control of the movement. 5mph max speed if the parking brake is the only way of stopping the movement.
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When would there be a max speed of 5mph during a propelling movement?
When the only way of stopping the movement is by using the parking brake in the leading cab.
234
What do we need to isolate when propelling?
TPWS temporary isolation.
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Why would we need to temporary isolate TPWS during a propelling movement?
The leading cab (which is NOT keyed on) will pass the signal first, changing the aspect to red to protect the section.
Because the driver is keyed on in a coach further back, their magnet will then trigger the now live TPWS TSS, resulting in a brake demand.
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When propelling in the depot, who is in charge of the movement?
The shunter
237
Where would the shunter be when propelling in a depot?
Wither in the leading cab, elsewhere in the leading vehicle or outside the train in a safe space.
238
What is Hauling?
Pulling a defective train
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When Hauling, where does the competent person ride?
In the middle cab, ready to apply the emergency brakes should the train divide.
240
If you are in a failed train and waiting for assistance, what will the signaller expect from you?
That you will remain on the train.
That you will relay any information.
That you will wait for assistance.
241
What are the four possible outcomes when declaring yourself a fix or fail?
Fix - you are able to continue in service.
Fix - you can continue in service with restrictions
Fail - you are out of service but can make it to a depot
Fail - you are out of service and require assistance
242
When would you report one tail light failing (partial failure)?
At the first opportunity
243
When would you report total headlight failure?
Immediately
244
When would you report a defective Speedo?
Immediately
245
You have isolated the DRA on the safety systems isolation panel.
When would you report it?
What other rules apply?
Report immediately.
Complete the journey if you have a competent person with you.
Detrain and out of service if not.
246
You have had to isolate the TIS on the safety systems isolation panel.
What rules apply if all doors are closed?
Report immediately.
Detrain.
Manually go and lock out every coach.
Empty to depot, no additional speed restrictions.
247
You have had to isolate the TIS on the safety systems isolation panel.
What rules apply if one door will not close?
Report immediately.
Detrain.
Max speed of 20mph.
5 mph over crossings, through tunnels and stations.
Request line block on adjacent line.
248
The driver's windscreen is broken. What rules apply?
Report immediately.
Detrain.
Driver's discretion to continue driving, driver can also request assistance.
Additional use of horn
249
When would you report partial failure of the PA system?
At the first opportunity
250
What are your actions with partial failure of the PA system?
Lock out the affected coach and remain in service.
251
When would you report isolation of EBS?
Immediately
252
Are there any associated speed restrictions with EBS?
None specifically for EBS, however there is likely a restriction due to the earlier fault that required EBS.
Trainee Driver
flashcards
Decks in class (25)
# Cards
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Personal Track Safety46
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Glossary31
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Dealing with a train accident or evacuation14
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Booking On45
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Abbreviations26
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Cab Passes6
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Publications17
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Safety critical communication29
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Questions based on the GTR Rule Book Appendix12
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Module 1 Questions from Chris59
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Signalling52
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Module 1 questions Part 284
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Dispatch Mod 2107
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Driver/conductor buzzer codes13
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Mod 3134
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Pass Com and Egress28
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Attach Detach18
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Temporary4
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Signs94
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Mod 4101
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Forms5
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Traction255
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Defect Matrix118
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Governors4
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Extra19
