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List the Classes of trains found on a diagram

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Class 1: express passenger

Class 2: ordinary passenger

Class 3: empty coaching stock is specially authorised

Class 5: empty coaching stock

1Z99: assisting/rescue train

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Describe a Non-Multi Sticker and what does it mean?

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Yellow sticker with a black X,
Says non multi horizontally and NM vertically

Means a train cannot be coupled at that end due to defective coupler

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Describe a Not To Be Moved board and ehat does it mean

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White and red stripes with red circle in centre saying ‘not to be moved’

Attached to train to let others know someone is currently working on it

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What must be in the cab for a train to be accepted into service? (5)

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2 TCOC
10 detonators
Red flag
Emergency lights
Fire extinguisher

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What must be in the saloon for a train to be accepted into service? (4)

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Fire extinguisher
Ladder
Emergency lights
CRASH kit

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What is in a CRASH kit? (5)

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Crowbar
Rope
Axe
Saw
Hammer

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What must a conductor have on their person during a shift? (5 + 2)

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Handlamp

Hi-viz clothing

Accurate means of telling the time

Up to date notices for all lines you are required to work

Any other equipment required by your train operating company

Red flag
10 detonators

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When must door tests be carried out?

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When instructed on diagram

First service of the day

When the train has had technical work carried out on the doors

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What are we checkinh for during disposal of a train?

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Passengers onboard
Luggage /anything suspicious onboard
All windows are closed
Taillights are still illuminated

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What information is given during the handover of a train?

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Defective equipment
Passenger assists
Stop/not to stop orders
Signaller instructions
Train performace issues

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We are not first aid trained, but we are the…..

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Appointed Person

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When can we dispatch against a red/danger signal

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With signaller permission

If a handsignaller is holding a yellow flag ahead of the red aspect

If stopped during dispatch from a station and the signal was on proceed but is now on danger

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Procedure for dealing with a train Stopped Short of Platform

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Bell/buzzer 6 times, driver repeats

Train will draw forward

Bell/buzzer 1 time when train accommodated, driver repeats / driver will stop when suitable if no buzz given

Continue door procedure as usual

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Station Overrun procedure

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Driver gives 2-2 signal on bell/buzzer, repeat back and speak to driver

Driver reports to signaller

We report to Duty Control Manager

Follow any instructions given

Fill out Form A

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Failure to Call protocol

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3-3 bell/buzzer to speak to driver

Report to Duty Control Manager and follow any instructions given

Provide assistance to customers unable to leave train

Fill out Form A

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Train stopped at unplanned station

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Do not open the doors

Contact driver if required

Prepare to stop train if unsafe behavior spotted on plaform (reach understanding of how to dispatch with driver)

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What to do if train stopped out of course

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Look out of the window if safe to do so

Talk to driver

Inform customers per 2468 process

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Reasons the external hazard light may be lit (6)

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Door(s) open

Passcom activated

AFFF bottle activated

Track Circuit Actuator (TCA) defective

Brake Minature Circuit Breaker (BMCB) tripped

Local door switch open

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What are unsuitable places to stop a train? ,(4)

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Tunnels

Embankmemts

Bridges

Viaducts

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DOIT protocol

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Stop train and contact driver

Locate and investicate affected door

Close and lock the door

Move passengers out of vehicle

Report to Duty Control Manager

Fill out Form D

(If suspicious report to BTP, leave door open and secure the area)

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If a DOIT occurres and deiver cannot be contacted, we:

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Press Red button on GSMR

Stop the train and secure line with TCOC

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What are the reasons a train may not be able to proceed (classed as demic)? (3)

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Mechanical failure

Out of fuel

Accidents

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In what situation may you be given authorisation from DCM to enter the drivers cab? (3)

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To examine the line in poor visibility

If the Driver Safety Device is defective

If the Driver Vigilance Equipment is defective

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Which doors must be kept locked at all times? (5)

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End gangway doors

Cab doors

Defective doors

Slam doors

Doors leading to areas not for public acess

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When must the doors that must be locked at all times be checked to confirm they are? (3)
During door tests Aftee coupling/uncoupling If door locked out of use
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When are doors comsidered defective and must be locked out of use? (4)
**Trappings/injuries** caused by a malfunctioning door **Malfunctioning doors** (opening/closing when not supposed to) **Passenger controls malfunctioning** (lit/unlit when not supposed to be) **Slam door handles not returning to horizontal and/or stiff in frame**
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What do we do if we have a defective door?
Try it 3 times Lock and lable Report to maintenance Record in Vehicle Repair Book
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For a vehicle (carriage) to be locked out of use, which doors much be locked out of use?
Extreme end door(s) If multiple doors on same side of vehicle are locked
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What do we do if we encounter a fault on the train?
Report to driver Report to DCM if safety related, Maintenance Control if not Record in Vehicle Repair Book Follow any instructions from control
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What is the EBS and what does it do?
Emergency Break Switch When activated it allows breaks to be released even when break safety loop is interrupted Breaks will only be controlled by driver; no other systems will work
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Protocol when EBS is activated in single unit train
Reach clear understanding with driver on how you will stop train in an emergency Inform customers to contact train staff in an emergency Stay in saloon and stay visible
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Protocol if EBS activated on multi-unit train
Reach clear understanding with driver on how you will stop train in an emergency Move all passengers to forward unit and advise they can contact driver in an emergency Sit in the forward cab of the rear unit ready to press GSMR Red button and apply emergency break & parking break if train uncouples DCM would be contacted if train uncouples
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What does TIS mean and what does it do?
Traction Interlock Switch When activated the driver can take power and accelerate train even if the doors are presenting as open
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Protocol when TIS is activated
Close all doors and physically check all doors on both sides from inside of train At all station stops, physically check all doors that have been released are now closed Reach clear understanding with driver on how ready to start signal will be made as bell/buzzer will not work when TIS is activated
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What do we do if there is a defective DKS
Check 3 times and try a different if possible Front door DKS: Report to maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book Rear door DKS: Get permission to enter drivers cab to use their DKS and dispatch from front if required Report to maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book
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What do we do if there is a defective Door Control Panel cover
Front door: Inform maintenance and remain by the panel at all times; if required get permission from DCM to dispatch from front, preferably get a safety critical competent staff memeber to guard the area and dispatch as usual. Rear door: Remain at the panel at all times, report to DCM and maintenance control
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What do we do if the bell/buzzer is defective
Try it three times Contact maintenance control and make record in Vehicle Repair Book Reach clear understanding with driver how ready to start signal will be given
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Protocol for defective rear light
1 light out: Inform driver and maintenance, record in Vehicle Repair Book 2 lights out: Inform driber and maintenance, record in Vehicle Repair Book Place TOClite showing red light in Bullet and place on rear of train
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Protocol for defective headlight
Inform driver and maintenance, fill in Vehicle Repair Book, place TOClite in Bullet and attach to front of train Train can proceed ag maximum of 75mph
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What classifies as a broken window and how are they managed?
A score or crack 8cm or more in length Internal pane: Move people out of carriage and lock out of use. Report to maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book External pane: Move people aware from the affected window Report to maintenance, enter in Vehicle Repair Book Train can proceed up to 100mph if film is applied
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Protocol for defective air suspension
Report to driver, maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book. Move passengers out of affected unit. If there are no passengers in affected unit, train can continue at line speed If passengers cannot be moved out of carriage, driver levels suspension and train can continue up to 45mph
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What do we do if lights wont work in saloon
In one carriage: Move passengers and lock out of use In all carriages: Patrol train using TOClite, emergency light sticks etc Train can continue during the day if there are no long tunnels on the route
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What do we do if the PA system is defective
Report to maintenance, record in Vehicle Repair Book Move passengers out of affected carriage if possible, if not patrol the train making face to face announcements
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What do we do if there is a defective Hustle alarm (door chimes)
Report to maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book Make announcements on train and platform before closing the doors
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What do we do if the toilet is defective
Report to maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book Contact Customer Service Control to arrange regular toilet stops at stations on long journeys and inform joining passengers Maintenance may be able to assist you to fix it
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What do we do with a defective wheelchair ramp
Report to maintenance and record in Vehicle Repair Book Have station staff use platform ramps if available Make alternative arrangements if required such as next train service or contact Customer Service Control to arrange transport
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What to do with defective DSM-R
Front cab: Report to DCM, record in Vehicle Repair Book Remain in rear cab to listen for emergency calls and apply emergency brakes if required Train removed from service asap Rear cab: Continue as normal but record
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What are some potential hazards during and after an evacuation?
Trains Tunnels Slips, trips, falls Debris Vegetation Electricty Weather
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How many times can you use a TCOC
Once
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What are the hazards to a train (internal)
Door open in traffic Insecure load Hot axle box Fire Headlights not lit Taillight not lit/missing Flashing headlights Long continuous blasts of the horn Driver/conductor damger hand signals
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Long Train Short Platform protocol
Make customers aware of platform length and to move to appropriate door Go to first accomodated door on platform and start usual arrival proceedures but DO NOT GIVE FULL RELEASE TO DOORS Secure DCP and manually release and open the doors by walking along the plaform to the front of the train When dispatch signal given customers clear, return to local door, closing all open doors manually. Complete train safety check and continue with usual self dispatch proceedure
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What is a Stop/Not to Stop order?
Verbal or written instructions given by Control to stop at extra stations or not to stop at usual stations
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What is **Rough Riding**
A term used to report issues with the track causing bumps and jolts
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What to do if we experience Rough Riding?
Stop the train and immediately report it including location
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What constitues an etensive signal failure and what are two methods of working through affected areas?
Two or more consecutive malfunctioning signals Two working methods: Temporary Block Working (TBW) & Emergency Special Working (ESW)
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Describe the TBW method of working (10)
1. Hand signaller will stand at the entrance signal to the TBW section which will be kept at danger, holding a red flag and a detonator placed on the track 2. Driver will stop at hand signaller who will call signaller requesting permisson for train to enter block section. 3. Hand signaller will relay relevant info and instructions to the driver with a completed **RT3184** form 4. Driver tells Conductor what is happening and they are entering a TBW section 5. Hand signaller removwd detonator from the track and holds up yellow proceed at caution flag. 6. Train passes through the TBW section at speed no more than 50mph 7. At the exit signal (first working signal), another hand signaller will be present with a red flag and detonator on the line 8. Driver will hand over the RT3184 and hand signaller will contact Signaller asking for permission for the train to exit the TBW section 9. Hand signaller will then remove detonator and show yellow proceed at caution flag 10. Train will proceed and the system can restart once train passes 200m
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Describe the Emergency Special Working (ESW) method (6)
1. Driver stops at the entrance signal which is the last working signal before the ESW section and will be at danger. Driver will contact signaller via GSM-R 2. Signaller relays instructions and driver fills out an NR3190 (ESW ticket) 3. Driver informs the Conductor and enters the ESW section 4. Train passes through the ESW section and stops at the exit signal which will be at danger and may have additional signage (yellow board with EW and red line through it) 5. Driver contacts signaller for permission to leave the ESW section 6. Driver writes CANCELLED across the NR3190 and proceeds on their way
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What changes to emergency protection need to be remembered for TBW and ESW sections?
Detonators need to be placed on opposite track and also your owm track, 1.25 miles from obstruction
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Considerations for the conductor during single line working
1. Platforms on opposite side to normal 2. Signals may not be visible 3. Delays may be likely 4. Station access may be affected
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Definition of a Train Accident (8)
Collision with train/rail vehicle Collision with road vehicle Collision with person Collision with obstruction Derailment Division of train causing obstruction to over line Fire requiring evacuation onto running lines Fire posing danger to passing trains
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Conductor priorities following an accident and if driver incapacitated
Check for obstructions on other lines Decide the quickest method of stopping trains (usually red button) Place TCOCs if deemed necessary ----- Assume role of driver, turn on hazard lights and make emergency call to signaller
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When would we place detonators down before reaching full protection distance?
Tunnels Trains oncoming Telephons Trailing points (junctions) Signal box
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Describe a Hazchem label
Orange sign Top Left: Emergency Action code Mid left: United Nations number Low left: Specialist advice contact number Low right: Company name and logo Top Right: hazard warning symbol
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What information must you give during emergency call about an incident involving a train carrying hazardous material
"This is a rail damgerous goods emergency call" Follow emergency call proceed and add Emergency Action Code and UN number
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What are the conductor's responsibilities following an accidental division (4)
1. Establish if anyone has fallen onto the track 2. Secure gangway doors 3. Make sure passengers are in a safe position on the train 4. Report situation to Duty Control Manager
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What are the three types of evacuation
Controlled Emergency Uncontrolled
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Definition of a controlled evacuation
Is pre-planned, coordinated and sigaller has confirmed signal protection on all adjacent lines
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Procedure for carrying out a controlled evacuation
- Get permission from Duty Control Manager and signal protection from Signaller - Formulate a plan with the driver and make an announcement asking for competent persons to come forward - make announcement to passengers to give evacuation instructions - use one door only and place ladder from it to the safest side - position two competent pwople at bottom of ladder to assist and stabilise - position one competent person at top of the ladder to help people onto it - position one competent person in a position of safety to direct people off of the lines
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Procedure for a train to train evacuation
- get permission from Duty Control Manager and wait for them to brief staff members involved - position two staff members on the ground to hold the ramp in place - position one member of staff at each door of the trains involved - assess the feasibility of the evacuation (angle, distance between trains etc) before placing down the ramp - test the ramp yourself thoroughly before letting passengers across; one at a time on foot - anyone that cannot cross themselves (eg wheelchair users) must remain on demic train
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Procedure for emergency evacuation
- inform the driver there is an 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 protections - ensure passengers are in a position of safety -report situation to Duty Control Manager and await emergency services and Rail Incident Officer
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Procedure following an uncontrolled evacuation
- make announcement to customers warning them of dangers and risks of alighting the train - inform driver who will make emergency call and request signal protection - place TCOCs on adjacent lines
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Describe our actions when alerted to a fire on the train (5)
- contact driver and inform them of the situation - turn off heaters and aircon - take AFFF extinguisher from cab and investigate fire - take appropriate action depending on ability to put out the fire
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What do we do if we are able to put out a fire on the train (5)
Move passengers away from area and lock carriage out of use Place competent person near the fire location with extinguisher in case it reignites Update driver and report to Duty Control Manager; follow their instructions Fill out Form E
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The classes of fires
**Class A** Solids (paper/wood/everyday combustables) **Class B** Liquids (petrol/oil) **Class C** Gases (methane/propane) **Class D** Metals (magnesium/aluminium) **Class E** Electrical (fuse boxes) **Class F** Cooking oils (oil/fat/grease)
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Four types of extinguishers and what they can be used on
Water - red label (class A) AFFF - cream label (A&B) CO2 - black label (B&E) Powder - blue label (ABC)
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Reasons to stop a train in an emergency (8)
**D**amage to structures or earthworks **A**nimal: large and within boundary **F**ire **T**ract defect **L**ights off on emergency indicator **O**bstructions **A**nimal: small and on or near the line **F**lood

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