Safeworking Flashcards
(177 cards)
1
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How could you receive a train authority?
A
- handed
- dictated
2
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When would you need/use a TA?
A
- there is an obstruction
- assisting a disabled train
- safeworking system failures
3
Q
How many TAs must a driver carry minimum?
A
15
4
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What must a driver do if they’re being relieved whilst on a TA?
A
- hand TA to relieving driver
- advise them of the contents and they must verify it with the TC
5
Q
How do you verify a TA?
A
- read the entire contents of the TA back to the signaller
- must write:
• verified
• date
• time
• signature
6
Q
What must be done if a TA is filled out incorrectly?
A
Must be cancelled and a fresh on issued
7
Q
Can you alter/amend a TA?
A
Not normally, only in the MURL
8
Q
What must you write when cancelling a TA?
A
- cancelled
- time
- date
- signature
9
Q
If the arriving location is protected by another train when setting back, how far must the stationary train be from the limit if where the wrong line move will go?
A
- Minimum 100m
- can’t be done inside the MCA
- overseen by the senior network controller
10
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When setting back, how far out do you stop?
A
- 100m before the outermost set of points/platform
- verbal permission from signaller to enter station limits
11
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What are a drivers actions when arriving at the signal box in the advance?
A
- follow signal aspects
- authority to enter could be a proceed aspect on the signal/authority from controlling signaller
12
Q
Who will cancel the TA if it is at a locally or remotely controlled location?
A
- locally -> controlling signaller
- remotely -> driver
13
Q
What must you tell the signaller once you’ve arrived at the location?
A
That the train has arrived complete
14
Q
What is the purpose of a DCPM?
A
- enable points to be remotely operated by the signaller; or
- in case of failure, allow the driver/C.E. to operate them under instruction from the signaller
15
Q
What are the 2 levers on the DCPM?
A
- selector lever (smaller one)
- hand throw lever (bigger one)
16
Q
What key unlocks the levers on the DCPM?
A
5P
17
Q
What are the 2 positions of the selector lever?
A
- motor
- hand
18
Q
What is the purpose of the hand position on the selector lever of a DCPM?
A
- prevent remote operation of the points
- protect the train by holding signals governing the move at stop
19
Q
What are the 2 positions of the hand throw lever?
A
- normal
- reverse
20
Q
What are 2 ways to secure points?
A
- point clips
- hand locking bars
21
Q
If a driver has operated the DCPM, can another driver come through and operate them again?
A
Yes
22
Q
What is the purpose of EHPMs?
A
- enable points to be remotely operated by the signaller; or
- in case of failure, allow a driver or C.E. to operate the points under the instruction of the signaller
23
Q
Where is the only location with EHPMs a driver can operate?
A
Cranbourne yard
24
Q
What are the 3 parts of the EHPM?
A
- red directional lever
- power/manual switch
- pump handle socket
25
What are the 2 positions of the power/manual switch?
- power
- manual
26
What are the 3 positions of the red directional lever?
- normal
- centre
- reverse
27
What is the purpose of the pump handle/socket?
Used to pump the points until they're in the required position
28
If a driver operates the EHPMs, can the next driver come along and operate them again?
No, after first operation points will be clipped and locked and only a signal technician can use them after that
29
Which driver opens hand operated siding gates?
First driver to depart in the morning
30
Which driver closes the hand operated siding gates?
Last driver to arrive
31
How are hand operated siding gates number?
If looking at them from outside the siding:
- left gate = gate 1
- right gate = gate 2
32
What warning devices are used during siding operations?
- safety banner
- red flag
- safety tag
33
If any warning devices are present in a siding, can a driver raise the pantographs and start their prep?
No, don't start prep
34
From which end do you start a prep?
The end from which the train will be driven when departing the siding
35
Which trains are booked out when there is a banner on the road in a siding?
Any train behind the banner
36
Who do you report faults to?
TC
37
What are the first things you look for when arriving at the train for a prep?
- no banners, flags or tags
- right motor numbers
- right roads
38
How can a driver be notified of which train they're docking?
- paperlite
- DAOs/fleet allocation at sign on
39
What should a driver do if the train allocated and the information provided don't correlate?
Enquire with the DAOs
40
How short of a buffer/baulks/other trains should you stop when stabling?
1-2m
41
Who must you contact before moving within a siding?
Controlling signaller
42
Which direction do you walk when doing a train prep?
Clockwise
43
What must you do when entering a siding with hand operated points?
- stop before the points and ensure they're set for an empty road
- after stabling, set the points for an empty road for the next driver
44
What are the 2 types of hand operated points?
- willets spring activated (WSA)
- coates cushion weighted (CCW)
45
What 4 markers can be used when stabling a train?
- 1-2m short of buffers/baulks/other stabled trains
- white painted sleepers with cats eyes
- don't encroach on walking path in front
- orange pole -> nudge with front of train
46
What is the maximum speed when setting back?
Extreme caution
47
What is the maximum speed when propelling?
15km/h
48
How far short of a level crossing must you stop when doing a wrong line move?
3m
49
What must you do if comms are lost when setting back/propelling?
Stop the train
50
What 3 ways can drivers communicate on a comeng?
- bells
- DTRS motor car number call
- whistle codes (same as bell codes)
51
What 3 ways can drivers communicate on siemens/x'trap?
- cab to cab
- DTRS motor car number call
- whistle codes
52
What is your authority to setback within the MCA and within the MURL?
- MCA (above ground) -> verbal from controlling signaller and must be overseen by the senior network controller
- MURL (underground) -> TA, controlling signaller only
53
What must you do when setting back in the MURL with a TA?
- stop at every intermediate home signal
- ensure number of intermediate home signal is on the TA
- cut out/raise leading trip and run on secondary circuit until signal governing the exit from the MURL
- max 15km/h
54
What must you do when arriving at the exit when setting back in the MURL?
- stop train at home signal controlling exit from the MURL
- advise area controller the train has arrived complete
- cut in leading trip valve before proceeding (run on primary circuit again)
55
What 2 instances can you set back with a verbal authority?
- within station limits
- inside MCA (excluding MURL)
56
What is your authority to setback in ABS or ATC?
TA
57
If you are travelling on a TA and now have to set back, what is your authority?
A fresh TA
58
Can a TA be amended in the MURL?
Yes
59
What is the object of single line working?
- when one line of a double line system is closed to normal traffic due to track repair or an obstruction
- allows trains to run either direction on a normally one directional track
60
What is your authority to enter the single line section during single line working?
- Pilot's authority
- they will show you the pilot's form
61
What position will the signal governing the entrance to the single line section be at?
Sleeved at stop
62
How do you identify the pilot during single line working?
- red sleeve with the word 'pilotman'
- red flag tied around arm
63
What information is provided by the pilot?
- exact location of single line working
- must allow each driver to read the pilot's form
- pilot will authorise the driver to pass the signal fixed at stop controlling the entrance to the single line section
- if the driver is going to be despatched or accompanied
64
What is your authority to exit the single line section?
- signal showing a proceed aspect
- hand signaller acting under the signallers instruction
65
What speed must you travel during single line working?
- reduced speed cautiously (no signals)
- as per signal aspects and reduced speed cautiously
66
How must you set up your train when running on the non-signalled direction during inclement weather, during darkness or when passing through tunnels?
- red marker lights on the front
- hazard lights if fitted
67
What are a drivers actions if their train becomes disabled during single line working?
- contact TC
- declare train disabled
- advise TC if pilot is on train
68
Can a driver cancel a DRA once it's been dictated to the TC?
No
69
What is your authority to enter the section to assist the disabled train with the pilot onboard/not onboard the disabled train?
- onboard disabled -> TA
- not onboard disabled -> pilot's authority with written instructions and pilot will accompany driver
70
What must the driver of the disabled train do if they have the pilot on board?
- dictate DRA
- full cab unattended
- take DRA, portable, red flag/torch
- red marker lights on train
- proceed to 500m/first fixed signal at stop
- display red hand signal
- inform TC train is protected
- pilot will stay on train
71
What information must be on the TA for the assisting train when disabled on single line working?
- which end the train will be taken to
- that the pilot is on the train
72
What aspect will the signal governing the entrance to the single line section be placed to when the assisting train is entering on the TA on ABS and ATC?
- ABS -> proceed if possible
- ATC -> sleeved at stop
73
What speed will the assisting train do when assisting from the rear or advance during single line working obstructed?
- reduced speed to 2km
- 15km/h to the pilot
- 15km/h to the disabled train
74
What are the 5 C's when an assisting train is relieving a disabled train?
- confer
- couple up
- cancel DRA
- continuity
- contact TC
75
What must happen if the pilot is at the wrong end of the section?
They must be transferred to the correct end
76
What is your authority to pass the signal protecting the disabled train?
- auto signal -> R1S3 with pilot from disabled train
- home signal -> correct authority, low speed caution if available
77
What are a drivers actions if they become disabled during single line working and there is NO COMMS?
- PA announcement
- stay on train if pilot is with you
- continue to attempt to contact TC
- TOS procedure
78
What is a drivers actions if a train becomes derailed during single line working?
- TEC call to TC to advise of the circumstances
79
What are a drivers actions if the track ahead becomes obstructed during single line working?
- contact TC -> they will contact rail safety manager
- driver will receive special instructions to allow the train to return
80
What is the driver of the relief train's authority to relieve from the rear if on ABS:
- not in the section
- already in the section
- not in the section -> TA
- already in the section -> no TA needed, will be informed by the TC and told to stop until the disabeld train is protected
81
What is the driver of the relief train's authority to enter the section when assisting a disabled train on ATC?
TA
82
If a train is disabled on ABS, what aspect will the home signal allowing entrance to the section display?
Proceed, if possible
83
What is the speed restriction for the assisting train when assisting from the rear on ABS?
- as per signal aspects up to pilot
- 15km/h to disabled train
84
If the relief train is already in the section, and they are to proceed in the same direction after coupling, do they need a TA?
No
85
What is the authority to enter the section if the relief train is coming from the advance on double line ABS?
- TA
- if no signal -> given verbal and/or green hand signal from signaller to proceed
86
What is the speed restriction when the relief train is coming from the advance on double line ABS?
- reduced speed to 2km
- 15km/h to the pilot
- 15km/h to the train
87
What is the speed restriction when the relief train is coming from the advance on bidirectional ABS?
- As per aspects -> will be at stop due to wrong line move and will have to pass as per R1S3
- 15km/h from the pilot
88
What must a driver do if they become disabled on ABS and there is NO COMMS?
- PA announcement
- full cab unattended
- proceed to 500m or first fixed signal at stop
- display red hand signal
- if no position of safety -> TOS
89
What are the 6 ways a driver can protect parallel lines if they are obstructing them if derailed?
- REC/LTR call
- ETCJC
- red marker lights and red flag on front of train
- flash headlights between high and low beam
- series of short sharp whistles
- all steps necessary to protect adjacent lines
90
What are the speed restrictions for the relief train when assisting a disabled train from the rear/advance on ATC?
- as per signal aspects to pilot
- 15km/h to train
91
What 4 tunnels make up the MURL?
- caulfield
- northern
- burnley
- clifton hill/city circle
92
What direction does the caulfield loop operate?
Anti clockwise
93
What direction does the northern loop operate?
- clockwise <1300 weekdays and all day weekends
- anti clockwise >1300 weekdays
94
What direction does the burnley loop operate?
- anti clockwise <1300 weekdays
- clockwise >1300 weekdays and all day weekends
95
What direction does the clifton hill/city circle loop operate?
Clockwise
96
What instances would you use the train whistle in the MURL?
- entering the MURL
- exiting the MURL
- departing the platform
- moving from a stationary position
- emergency situations
97
What system of safeworking does the MURL operate under?
Bi directional ABS
98
What are a drivers actions if detained at a home signal in the MURL?
- contact area controller via DTRS or signal post phone
- advise AC of:
• TDN
• signal post number
• originating station
99
What does a flashing blue light in the MURL indicate?
AC wants to contact the driver
100
What are a drivers actions if they see a flashing blue light in the MURL?
- stop train using normal brake application
- contact AC via DTRS or post phone
101
How do you use the post phone in the MURL?
- open cabinet
- pick up handset
- press red button under phone box
102
What will happen if there is a defective signal in the MURL protecting points?
- route line displayed:
• driver asked to inspect points and advise AC of their position
• if points lying correctly -> AC will transmit SCO
- no route line displayed:
• driver asked to inspect points and lock using hand locking bar
• AC will transmit SCO
103
Can a driver be wrong routed in the MURL if the signal is defective and points are not set for normal routing?
Yes
104
What are the 2 types of evacuation?
- controlled
- emergency
105
Who is in charge/chief warden during an evacuation in the MURL?
- station master; or
- officer in charge
106
After an evacuation in the MURL, when can a driver move the train?
When authorised by the TC
107
What speed will the train stops go down in the MURL on medium speed aspects?
25km/h
108
How often are post phones in the MURL?
Every 150m
109
How often are blue flashing lights in the MURL?
100m
110
What should a driver do if there is a loss of overhead in the MURL?
- don't leave cab
- TEC call
- PA announcement
- keep passengers informed
- no comms -> stay in cab
111
What do the white indicator lights at the end of the platforms in the MURL mean?
- illuminated -> no overhead
- extinguished -> overhead on
112
What is the speed restriction for the relief train if assisting from the rear in the MURL?
- as per signal aspects to pilot
- 15km/h to train
113
What is the speed restriction for the relief driver when assisting a disabled train from the advance in the MURL?
- max 15km/h -> wrong line move in a tunnel
114
What is the maximum number of motor cars allowed to operate in the MURL?
8
115
What notch must you power in if you have 5 or more motor cars powering when in the MURL?
- comeng -> series
- other sets -> low power notch
116
What are a drivers actions if they are returning to the rear in the MURL and a home signal is not on the TA?
- contact AC
- they will amend the TA to include the home signal
- pass the signal at stop
- max 15km/h
117
What safety system must you operate on when returning to the rear in the MURL?
Secondary
118
What are a drivers actions if derailed in the MURL?
- secure train
- act under AC instructions
119
What are a drivers actions if they are disabled/derailed in the MURL and there are NO COMMS?
- PA announcement
- remain on the train
- continue to attempt to contact TC
- TOS procedure
120
If you are disabled in the MURL, how far back do you go to protect your train?
1st fixed signal at stop
121
Should you pass through an area that is affected by fire?
No
122
How can you reduce risk when driving through fog?
- reduce speed of train
- approach signals with caution and assume they're at stop
- make frequent use of the whistle
123
What is the speed restriction when water IS FLOWING and is >75mm ABOVE the rail head?
0km/h -> you're not going
124
What is the speed restriction when water is NOT FLOWING and is <75mm ABOVE the rail head?
5km/h
125
What is the speed restriction when water is NOT FLOWING and is BELOW the rail head?
15km/h until inspected
126
What are the 2 types of train evacuations?
- controlled
- emergency
127
What are a drivers actions during a controlled evacuation at a platform?
- advise TC
- PA announcement
- secure train
- assist passengers with special needs
- check train is empty
128
What are a drivers actions during an emergency evacuation at a platform?
- release doors on correct side
- REC/TEC call
- secure train
- PA announcement -> passengers to evacuate immediately
- protect other lines as required
- get help to deal with the emergency
- don't use phone/DTRS if it is a bomb threat
129
What are a drivers actions if there is emergency detraining trackside?
- get to next platform if possible
- REC call
- ETCJC on adjacent lines
- red marker lights and red flag
- secure train
- PA announcement
- clearly state instructions
- full cab unattended, take portable
- evacuate passengers via cab doors
- direct people to a position of safety
- check train is empty (if safe to do so)
- wait with passengers until other staff arrive
130
What is the maximum time allowed for fault finding in the MURL and not in the MURL?
- in MURL -> 10 minutes
- out of MURL -> 25 minutes
131
What is the minimum number of employees needed to attend an evacuation?
4
132
What are a drivers actions if a train evacuation is initiated by a passenger?
- warn them of the dangers and instruct them to stay on the train
- if passengers leave train:
• REC call
• protect adjacent lines if needed
133
What 3 things could a driver use to observe their train is following safely?
- side mirrors
- body side cameras with in cab CCTV
- platform mounted mirrors and CCTV monitors
134
What 4 instances should a driver inspect the train?
- long sweeping curves
- straight sections of track
- departing platforms -> STDS
- FDCL occurs during running
135
What are the 4 types of inspections of the train can be done in running?
- front of train
- side of train
- platform departure
- roll by
136
How far away from any live component of the overhead system must the driver remain?
2m
137
What is the purpose of a jumper feeder?
Connects one section of overhead to another section of overhead
138
What are the 3 types of section insulators?
- wood
- porcelain
- fibreglass
139
What are the 2 types of tension structures?
- spring
- weighted
140
What are a drivers actions if the pantograph is going to leave the overhead wire?
- emergency brakes
- lower pantos
141
What should a driver do when there is a need for emergency traction power isolation?
- REC/TEC call
- who you are and where you're calling from
- state location of incident -> stanchion number
- state any available contact numbers -> in case comms are lost
- reason for power to be isolated
- remain in contact until confirmed power is isolated
142
What is your authority to pass a signal at stop at a tramway crossing?
SCO
143
What is the object of absolute block working?
- prevent more than 1 rail traffic movement being in the section of the track between the defined absolute block working limits at the same time
- prevent a rail traffic movement from entering defined absolute block working limits whilst a preceding rail traffic movement is occupying the defines limits concerned
144
When can the blocking command be removed during absolute block working?
Once the train has arrived complete at the other end of the block section
145
What is the area/limits of absolute block working?
- between 2 adjacent controlled signalled locations
- between a controlled absolute signal and a nominated clearance point (designated auto signal) -> will have a handsignaller at the auto signal
146
What is the speed restriction during absolute block working?
Reduced speed
147
What is your authority to enter the block section during absolute block working?
- verbal from signaller to pass entry signal at stop
148
What safety system should you be operating on when travelling through a block section on absolute block working?
Secondary circuit up to the signal protecting the exit from the block section (should be showing a proceed)
149
What is the object of CBTC?
Enforce safe operation of trains, and to provide overspeed protection of trains
150
What is the area of CBTC?
- down direction -> plt. 5 + 6 at South Yarra to plt. 2 at Clayton
- up direction -> plt. 1 at Clayton to plt. 5 at South Yarra
151
What are the 4 types of signage on CBTC?
- CBTC entry board
- CBTC exit board
- CBTC dark aspect board
- CBTC block marker board
152
Where can an alternative proceed authority (APA) authorise a train movement to?
- next fixed signal
- next CBTC block marker board
- disabled train
- buffer light
- station
153
What is the speed restriction for all movements under an APA?
Extreme caution
154
When is an APA fulfilled?
- movement is complete (transmitted APA)
- contact signaller to fulfil once instructions are complete (dictated APA)
155
When is an APA cancelled?
- siganller has been assured and satisfied the movement hasn't started
- move is unable to be completed
156
When would you verify an APA?
- if the driver doesn't directly receive the APA from the signaller
- relief driver is sent out to relieve another driver on the train travelling under the authority of an APA
157
What are the 6 Cs when rescuing a disabled HCMT?
- confer
- CBTC isolate
- couple
- cancel
- continuity
- contact
158
What are the 5 bell/whistle codes?
1 - call attention
2 - proceed
3 - set back
4 - call competent employee to the front
Series of bells/whistles - emergency stop
159
What are the 5 times a driver would do a TOS procedure?
- failure of illuminated 'A' in a remote location with no comms
- comms failure when disabled on single line working
- comms failure ABS train disabled -> no POS to get out and protect train
- no comms and loss of overhead in MURL
- comms failure -> disabled/derailed in the MURL
160
What power notch must be used if clearing the MURL with 5 or more motor cars powering?
- comeng -> series
- others sets -> low power notch
161
What should you do if you are returning to the rear on a TA in the MURL and one of the signals is not on the TA?
- contact TC
- TC will amend TA to include the home signal
- pass the home signal at stop
- max 15km/h
162
What safety circuit must you operate when returning to the rear in the MURL?
Secondary
163
What are a drivers actions if the train derails in the MURL?
- secure train
- act under instructions from AC
164
If your train is disabled in the MURL, how far back to you go to protect it?
1st fixed signal displaying stop
165
What must a driver do if they are disabled/derailed in the MURL with NO COMMS?
- PA announcement
- remain on the train
- continue to attempt to contact TC
- TOS procedure
166
Can you pass through an area that is affected by fire?
No
167
How would you drive to reduce risk when it is foggy?
- reduce speed of train
- approach signals with caution, assume they're at stop
- make frequent use of the whistle
168
What is the speed restriction when the water IS FLOWING and is >75mm ABOVE the rail head?
0km/h -> You're not going
169
What is the speed restriction when the water IS NOT FLOWING and is <75mm above the rail head?
5km/h
170
What is the speed restriction if the water IS NOT FLOWING and is BELOW the rail head?
15km/h until inspected
171
What are the steps for a controlled evacuation at a platform?
- advise TC
- PA announcement
- secure train
- assist passengers with special needs
- check train is empty
172
What are the steps for an emergency evacuation at a platform?
- release doors on correct side
- REC/TEC call
- secure train
- PA announcement
173
If both ends of a line are obstructed during single line working, how far before the start of single line working is the red hand signal placed?
400m or as far as possible from the obstruction
174
What will the flag signaller do at the entrance to the area of absolute occupation?
- 3 ATWs 10m apart
- red hand signal
175
How far before the start of track force protection are ATWs placed?
Relevant to the distance they need to be heard, track speed and how far out it starts
176
What is the maximum number of motor cars that can be powering when assisting a disabled train out of the MURL?
8
177
How many portals are there for each tunnel in the MURL?
- Burnley = 2
- Clifton Hill, Northern, Caulfield = 3
