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Jamie's Questions - PTS Flashcards

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1
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What 4 things must you know before going on or near the line? Where do I find this information?

A
  1. Maximum speed of the line
  2. Direction of traffic
  3. Limited clearances
  4. Areas to avoid

Its found in the sectional appendix

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What is the voltage of a conductor rail?

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650/750 DC

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What is the voltage of the OLE?

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25,000 volts AC

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What is the minimum safe distance from the OLE?

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2.75m

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You’ve witnessed one of the 9 dangers/ 8 reasons to stop a train. What are your actions?

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Immediately inform the signaller and follow the emergency call procedure (description in later question)

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If your driver is incapacitated and you can’t get signal protection, what must you do and explain how you do it.

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You must carry out emergency protection yourself.

  1. Place TCOCs on every line that’s obstructed
  2. Show a danger hand signal to any train that is approaching the obstruction
  3. Protect with detonators ( a mile and a quarter down the track. Place 3 20m apart and stand 30m away)

If your whole train has derailed you must place a tcoc on the line where your train was standing

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What is a position of safety?

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A safe place to stand when a train is passing.

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What is the minimum position of safety if the lime speed is 100mph or less?

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1.25m (4 feet)

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What is the position of safety if the line speed is 101mph to 125mph?

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2m (6ft6)

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What does ECO stand for?

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Electrical Control Operatorl

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Define the term lineside.

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When you are between the railway boundary and the area called on or near the line.

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8 reasons to stop a train in an emergency:

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  1. Damage to structures or earthworks above or below the line
  2. Animal - large within the rail boundary
  3. Fire
  4. Track defect
  5. Lights out on an emergency indicator
  6. Obstruction
  7. Animal - small on or near the line (5 or more)
  8. Flood
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Define the term on or near the line.

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• On the line itself
• Within 3m of the nearest running rail and there is no permanent fence or structure between you and the line
• Within 1.25m of a platform edge and you are carrying out engineering or technical work

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Talk me through the emergency call procedure

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•THIS IS AN EMERGENCY CALL
• Check you are speaking to the right person
• State who you are, your role and employer
• Give your location (structure number plate)
• Explain the reason for calling and what action you require
•Request emergency services if required
• Give your telephone or radio call number
•Wait for them to repeat back so you know they’ve heard all the information correctly
•Follow any instructions given

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What are some general hazards on the railway?

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Trespassers, debris, vegetation

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Where are the safe places to walk in orde of safety?

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  1. Public paths, authorised walking routes, foot bridges etc.
  2. Cess
  3. 4ft facing th direction of travel, walking on the ballasts
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If you get caught out when crossing the line, and you can’t reach a position of safety, what do you do?

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  1. Lie down on the ground - cess, 6ft or 10ft. NEVER the 4ft.
  2. Gather all clothing and loose garments around you
  3. Stay in this position until the train has passed
  4. Once you are sure no other trains are approaching, move to a position of safety
  5. Report near miss to the signaller
  6. Complete report form A
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What phrases should you use on the phone?

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•line blocked
•state your message
•correction
•say again from
•repeat back
•this is an emergency call
•speak slower
•negative
•disregard
•over
•out

Must use the phonetic alphabet and say numbers individually!

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What must you NOT say when on the phone?

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•line not clear
•over and out
•Roger
•slang terms
•umms and errs
•vague language
•regional dialect
•jargon

20
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Explain what the OLE ID plate means?

LD
08
44

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LD - Route/area
08 - Mies/Kilometres from route source
44 - Stanchion post number in that mile/kilometer

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What are the 9 damgers to trains?

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  1. Door open or not closed properly
  2. Insecure load
  3. Fire
  4. Hot axel box
  5. Head light not lit
  6. Tail light missing or not lit
  7. Flashing head lights
  8. Driver sounding train in distress warning
  9. Driver or guard displaying a red hand signal
22
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What should you establish on the other side of the line before crossing?

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That there is a position of safety and check for any limited clearances signs or warning signs

23
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What should you avoid when crossing the line?

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•Identify a position of safety on the other side
•Don’t rush
•Avoid areas with a 3rd rail, if you have to cross where a 3rd rail is NEVER step between the running rail and 3rd rail. •Cross with one step ensuring everything is tucked in (trousers).
•Don’t step inbetween point blades as they could move suddenly and trap you

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What PPE should you br wearing before going on or near the line?
•Safety shoes (non-slip, antistatic, water resistant, resistant to fuel oil) •Hi-vis (Northern branded and zipped up)
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What clothing should you not wear of you're going on or near the line?
• Red, Yellow or Green clothing • Hoods • Sunglasses • Earphones
27
Where do I find details regarding authorised walking routes?
General walking routes
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You're walking on the line and you see an approaching train, what would your action be?
Move to a position of safety
29
Can you draw a limited clearance sign and what does it mean?
(Draw the sign) There is no position of safety on this side of the railway for the length of the structure. You must NOT enter or stand at that location when a train is approaching.
30
Can you draw a no refuge sign and define what it means?
(Draw the sign) There is no position of safety on this side of the railway for the length of the structure. However, there are positions of safety, or refuges, on the opposite side of the railway line
31
Can you draw the 6 limited clearance telephone signs?
(Draw them and check the worksheets)
32
Can you draw an SPT and lineside telephone?
(Draw and check worksheets for answer)
33
Spell anti-communication phonetically
Alpha November Tango India - Charlie Oscar Mike Mike Umbrella November India Charlie Alpha Tango India Oscar November
34
List all of the components of the OLE:
1. Catenary wire (along the top) 2. Dropper (drops down from the top) 3. Contact wire (powers the train) *all of the above are vertical along the track 4. Head span wore (top horizontal line) 5. Cross span wire - neutral 6. Cross span wire - live *all of the above are horizontal 7. Insulators 8. Mast/structure post 9. Structure number plate 10. Along track conductors 11. Bond
35
Can you draw multi track layout?
(Draw and check worksheets for the answer)
36
How far apart should you be from another person walking on or near the line?
20m
37
What does COSS stand for?
Controller of Site Safety
38
How would you identify the LOOKOUT?
A white armband with red writing that reads 'lookout'
39
Name the 5 instances you lay protection before you reach a mile and a quarter:
1. Train approaching 2. Telephone 3. Signal box 4. Tunnel 5. Trailing/diverging junction
40
If you ask for an emergency switch off, what does that make you? What are your responsibilities?
It makes you the PICEE (Person in Charge of Electrical Emergency) •Do not approach residual voltage •Know the limits of the emergency switch off •Identify yourself to anyone on site •Handover to the RIO (Rail Incidient Officer) •Make sure to contact the ECO confirming the handover
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Can you walk past a limited clearance sign?
Yes, as long as there is no train approaching and you are aware of the position of safety after the sign
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When can you use a limited clearance telephone?
In an emergency
43
When can you use your mobile phone?
In a position of safety
44
What is a safe distance from National Grid powerlines?
5m

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