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1
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What runs on 1500v DC?

A

Traction Motors
Motor Alternators
Compressor

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What is the max entry speed into a platform?

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55kmh

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What is the max speed into a terminal platform?

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25kmh

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For a smooth stop in Comeng how many kpa?

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Less than 120kpa

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How fast should you be going at approx 400m from a platform?

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80kmh

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If you apply emergency brake when can it be released?

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The controller handle must remain in emergency position until the train has come to a stand

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What do you do once the train has come to a stand?

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Switch the reverser to
off / Comeng
Neutral / XTrap, Siemens

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How can the PA be accessed?

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DDU - direct link for auto announcements (driven through TDN once entered)

DTRS

Standalone Manual PA microphone

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What is the preferred method for making PA announcements?

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Through standalone system

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How do you make effective PA announcements?

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Clear
Concise
Needed information
Not too brief
Avoid railway jargon

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When do you avoid PA announcements?

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During safety critical times. Only make announcements when safe to do so

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On failure of Auto announcements when do drivers have to make announcements?

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Junction stations

Express running

Terminal stations

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What does a pre-departure announcement consist of?

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At least 30 seconds prior to scheduled departure announce destination and stopping conditions.

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What altered running conditions require announcements?

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Stopping condition have been changed (eg, no longer running express)

When train is transposed at FFS

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During delays when does a driver make announcements?

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When a delay of up to 2 mins occurs

At intervals of 5 mins or less

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What do you do if PA equipment is defective?

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Make manual announcements

Use DTRS as secondary measure

Attempt to reset the system

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When the PEI is pressed how long does the call remain active?

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90 seconds

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If a PEI call times out what should a driver do?

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Use PA to ascertain reason for the call

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When should you respond to a PEI call?

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Only when safe to do so, but as a matter of urgency

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When do you use Full Cab Unattended procedure?

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When you leave the vicinity of the cab:

Special needs passenger past rear of first saloon door

Fault finding outside of vicinity of cab

Any other duty outside vicinity of cab

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What is the Full Cab Unattended process?

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Advise passengers

Advise TC

Secure train from unauthorised movement

Secure cab from unauthorised entry

Perform duties. Take portable DTRS with you

Return to cab

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When do you use Modified Cab Unattended procedure?

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Used when you remain within the vicinity (3m) of the cab
- assisting special needs pass
- when platform infrastructure cannot be
viewed
- inspecting front of train
- other duties as required

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What is the Modified Cab Unattended procedure?

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Advise passengers

Secure train from unauthorised movement

Perform duties

Return to cab

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When doing a train prep where do you start?

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From the motor car which the train will be driven from

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What warning devices do you look out for before prepping a train?
Flags Tags (Men at work tag in lead motor) Banners (safety banners) Downer LOCKED OUT padlock or clasp Downer cab blind MAINTENANCE banner
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What do you do if you see a yellow cleaner's flag on the train you need to prep?
Put flag in secondary holder or on ground directly below flag holder Start Prep Inform cleaners of time train is leaving Release the doors after raising pantographs to allow for exit (call fleet control if no cleaner present)
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What are the reasons for Metro Business Risk?
Danger of approaching or passing trains Limited access Absence of screenings or walkways Trackside obstacles Trains stabled on platforms do not require platform side to be prepared
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What are the prep times for HCMT?
Post Maintenance - NA Mainline Prep - 40 mins Pre-movement/Revenue - 20 mins Pre-departure - 3 mins
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What are the prep times for 6 car trains?
Post Maintenance - 60 mins Mainline Prep - 37 mins Pre-movement/Revenue - 18 mins Pre-departure - 3 mins
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What are the prep times for 3 car trains?
Post Maintenance - 30 mins Mainline Prep - 20 mins Pre-movement/Revenue - 10 mins Pre-departure - 3 mins
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What information is included on the docking sheet?
Yard/Siding Siding No. Dock Time TD No. Motor No's Post-Maintenance prep req (if req)
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When is a Post Maintenance prep done?
After: Full scheduled maintenance exam in workshop Undergoing major repairs ex-collision Safety critical equipment or brake failure repairs
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When is a Mainline Prep done?
Prior to train entering the mainline or revenue service for the first time each day
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When is a Revenue Prep done?
Prior to train entering the mainline for revenue service when the train has previously received a Post Maintenance or Mainline Prep earlier that day.
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What is a Pre-Movement Prep?
Same as a Revenue Prep except the Trip isn't included. When a train is being moved within a workshop/yard/siding
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What does a driver carry during a train prep?
Portable DTRS with TDN inserted All keys TMM Book Torch Appropriate PPE Pen
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What do you do if you find a fault during a train prep?
Identify, rectify and/or isolate Report to TC via a TMM Don't cause delays attempting to rectify if category is Serious or Maintenance
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When prepping in Newport Yard who do you contact when ready to go?
If Newport yard coordinator is on duty contact them. If not contact Newport Signal Box
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When are station staff responsible for detraining passengers?
At FSS Shuttle services When train is shunting in the same direction When driver is ROE
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When are Drivers responsible for detraining passengers?
When train is shunting in opposite direction to arrival When stabling at a platform Under Driver in Charge conditions (NA)
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What are driver responsibilities whether station staff are assisting or not?
Make PA announcement Scan through CCTV cameras Make further announcements or use DDU automated announcement Wait for All Right hand signal. Close doors Wait for proceed aspect
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If you find a passenger still on the train what do yo do?
Guide them to disembark via the nearest cab door. Contact TC/ PSO's if uncooperative
43
What are the different ways a driver may be informed of the need to stable a train?"
Indicated on roster/slip Informed by DAO Informed by TC via DTRS
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How long are you given to stable a train?
Six/Seven Cars - 8 mins Three Cars - 4 mins
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When stabling a train what must a driver do?
Ensure points set for vacant rd prior to entering Stop next to edge of yellow marked path If no path - 1-2m from baulks/stabled train Stop 1-2m short of fouling point on open ended sidings Exit from B side of cab and walk in clockwise direction or through saloon Check equipment as you walk
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What equipment are you checking as you walk the length or the train?
Missing/damaged brake blocks Trip cables, trip, couplers, hoses Graffiti/vandalism/broken windows Unsecured equipment or other faults Signs of air leaks Ensure train is in clear or any adjacent track
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Once completed stabling procedure what do you do?
Notify Fleet Control of the Siding, Track and Motor numbers of the consist Notify TC or any defects identified
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What do you do if stabling trains at temps above 25 degrees?
Leave pantos raised Leave AC on AC vents open Blinds lowered Cab and saloon doors closed
49
What are the two different types of train divides?
D.A.P. D.I.Y.
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How many people are involved in dividing/attaching trains?
When at a platform always 2 When in a yard can be done with 1
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During the 'attach' what is the assisting drivers role?
Ensure all staff are clear Ensure both units are ready for the attach Give ease up and stop hand signal
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After the 'attach' what is the Attaching Drivers role?
Perform continuity test Turn on saloon lights Release saloon doors Perform full unattended procedure and proceed to leading motor to set up cab for departure
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What are checks that can be done for attaching when safe to do so?
Main Res pipe end cocks are open Brake pipe end cocks are open Electrical switch is in electrical pos. Coupler mouthpieces are in good condition The couplers are in good condition
54
What are the two sub-units that perform different functions on VICERS?
Vigilance Control System Event Recording System
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What voltage does VICERS run on?
110 v DC
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What equipment will reset the timing cycle on VICERS?
Whistle Master Controller (power or brake) Acknowledgement button
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What is the timing of the VICERS acknowledgement button?
Flashing light - 5 seconds Buzzer sound - after further 5 seconds if not acknowledged emergency brakes will apply
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How long does the battery back up system keep VICERS working?
5 minutes
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How does VICERS stop a Comeng?
The V.A.V. (Vicers Activation Valve) is open and brake pipe pressure is exhausted out to apply emergency brake
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If Emergency Brake is activated how do you reset VICERS?
Bring the train to a stand Wait for 10 seconds Push VICERS Acknowledge Button Recharge the Brake Pipe (Comeng) or Reset the Safety Loop (Siemens, XTrap, HCMT)
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How do you isolate VICERS?
The Key Switch Operate - for normal operation Isolate - for isolation during a defect Test - to initiate Driver's test Drivers key is blue and enables driver to isolate or test. A Pink maintenance key is required to turn back to operate
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When using High Beams, when should you put them to Low?
When stopping at a station On viewing an approaching train until leading cabs have passed each other Standing - within station limits
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Outside of High Beam areas when can high beams be used?
LVX incidents and accidents Trespassers encroaching adjoining tracks Derailments Warning track workers is whistle defective When train out of control
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What is the definition of a long whistle?
The sound of the whistle should be distinct, with intensity, duration or repetition appropriate to the distance at which the warning is required to be heard.
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What are the whistle codes?
1 - Attention 2 - Proceed - safe to move forward 3 - Set back 4 - Recall CE to front One short - One long - fire on adjacent line
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When do you report late running?
When you are 3 minutes or more late. When small delays accrue to 3 minutes Make further reports in increments of 3 minutes.
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When running empty cars and faced with restrictive aspects what speed should you travel at?
40kmh or half the designated track speed.

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