Out Of Course (Part 15)

Question 1

Procedure for Emergency Evacuation?

Answer 1

• Inform driver there is imminent threat to life on the train, place TCOCs and make emergency call on GSM-R
• Create an escape route by releasing all doors on the safest side of the train
• If unable to confirm signal protection, carry out emergency protection
• Ensure passengers are in a position of safety

Report incident to DCM and await emergency services and RIO

Question 2

Procedure following an uncontrolled evacuation?

Answer 2

• Make announcements to warning them of the dangers and risks of alighting the train
• Inform the driver who will make an emergency call and request Signal Protection
• Place TCOCs on adjacent line

Question 3

Describe our actions when alerted to a fire on the train? (4)

Answer 3

• Contact the driver and inform them of the situation
• Turn off heaters and Air con
• Take AFFF extinguishers form the cab and investigate the fire
• Take appropriate actions depending on ability to put the fire out

Question 4

What do we do if we are able to put out a fire on the train? (4)

Answer 4

• Move passengers out of area and lock carriage out of use
• Place competent person next to the fire location with an extinguisher in case it reignites
• Update the driver and inform DCM; follow their instructions
• Fill out form E

Question 5

Reasons to stop a train in an emergency? (DAFT LOAF)

Answer 5

Damage to structures or earthworks
Animal large and within the boundary
Fire
Track defect

Lights off on emergency indicator
Obstruction
Animal small and on or near the line
Flood