Safe Working - Single Line Working

Question 1

What is the object of single line working?

Answer 1

When one line of a double line system is closed to normal traffic due to repair or an obstruction, a system of train running term single line working may be introduced

Question 2

Who gives drivers permission to operate on a single line working system?

Answer 2

A Pilot

Question 3

Under whose instructions does a pilot operate under?

Answer 3

The signaller at either end of the section

Question 4

If you are in doubt of instructions you have been given what must you do?

Answer 4

Clarify with the pilot until you are sure it’s safe to proceed

Question 5

How is a pilot identified?

Answer 5

Red band above the elbow with white writing saying PILOTMAN or a red flag

Question 6

What information is provided by the pilot?

Answer 6

• Exact location of where single line working is operational
• Driver must be allowed to read the pilots forms
• The pilot will authorise the driver to pass the fixed signal at stop controlling the entrance to the single line section.
• The pilot will inform driver whether the train will be despatched or accompanied by the pilot
• When two or more trains are to follow in the same direction, the pilot will dispatch all trains to proceed in turn and accompany the last train, travelling in the cab with the driver

Question 7

Can a pilot authorise a driver out of the single line section?

Answer 7

No

Question 8

Who authorises the driver out of the single line section?

Answer 8

Fixed signal or hand signaller

Question 9

How fast can you go over facing points that are now trailing on a single line section?

Answer 9

15km/h

Question 10

If trailing points not facing are not interlocked with the signal, how should they be secured?

Answer 10

Point clips

Question 11

How fast can trains travel over single line working?

Answer 11

At reduced speed, cautiously, following the signal aspects and use the whistle frequently

Question 12

When must red marker lights on the front be used?

Answer 12

Travelling in the wrong direction, through tunnels or during darkness

Question 13

When travelling on a single line section in a non signalled direction , do the automatic signals on the obstructed line apply to the driver?

Answer 13

No

Question 14

How would a level crossing be activated if it is doing a wrong line movement?

Answer 14

Either by a competent employee or stopping 3 metres from the crossing

Question 15

When a competent employee activated the level crossing, what is the speed restriction?

Answer 15

15km/h over the crossing

Question 16

If the driver has triggered the level crossing on a wrong line move, what is the speed restriction?

Answer 16

Proceed cautiously

Question 17

How far away is a red hand signal placed from both ends of the line that is obstructed or under repair?

Answer 17

400 meters or as far away from the obstruction as possible

Question 18

When a line is under absolute occupation, where is the red hand signaller placed?

Answer 18

On the entrance of both sides of the occupation with 3 ATWs to warn rail workers of an incoming train

Question 19

Do fixed signals on the occupied line apply to single line working?

Answer 19

No

Question 20

When cancelling single line working, what can the pilot ask of you?

Answer 20

To carry the pilot through the section in order to complete arrangements for restoration of ABS rules