What is the Primary task of a Driver?
The safety of the train and passengers
Can unauthorised people travel in the leading cab?
No
Can a driver leave the train unattended when being relieved?
No, contact the DAO
Who is in charge of Transposals for Drivers?
The DAO
Who is in charge of Transposals for Trains?
Train Control at Metrol
What is a TMM?
Train Malfunction Message
What are Fault Warning Notices and Stickers?
Defective safety equipment/isolated equipment that is found that impacts a train from safely operating
Where should Fault Warning Notices and Stickers be placed?
- In the 2 end cabs
- Stickers should be placed on the speedometer
Where are incident reports submitted?
To your Depot Manager via the Correspondence Box
How is the Driver notified of Altered Running?
- Handed to you by station staff
- Transmitted via DTRS
How does the Driver receive a CAN notice?
- Handed to you by station staff
- Transmitted via DTRS
What is a CAN Notice?
Condition Affecting the Network
Does a CAN Notice give drivers the authority to pass Fixed Signals at Stop?
No
After how long must drivers give a PA announcement relating to a delay?
2 minutes
What 3 things should a PA announcement about a delay include?
- Reason for delay if known
- Possible duration of delay (don’t guess a time)
- Alternate arrangements (if applicable)
How frequently should PA announcements be given during a delay?
Every 5 minutes
When should Late Running be reported to TC at Metrol?
A delay in excess of 3 minutes
Which trains commonly use Electric Bell Communication?
Comeng
How many drivers are needed for a 6 Car Zigzag movement?
2 drivers
How many drivers are needed for a 3 Car Zigzag movement
1 driver
What are the 5 different Bell Codes (uses horn)?
- 1 Ring - Call Attention
- 2 Rings - Proceed
- 3 Rings - Set back slowly (reverse)
- 4 Rings - Call driver to the front of the train
- Series of Rings - Emergency stop
Who must a driver contact to arrange a complete set of spare keys at FSS?
Principal Driver
Who must a driver contact to arrange a complete set of spare keys at an Outstation?
- Train Services Officer - Principal Driver Specialist (TSO-PDS)
- TSO-PDS will provide the code for the key safe
What happens when a driver loses their keys?
- Driver must complete Statutory Declaration
- A new set of keys will be issued to the driver
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Intro To Comms16
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DTRS Fixed And Portable31
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Customer Service and Responding To Emergencies53
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General Duties65
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Train Operation Duties34
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Faults and Incident Reporting27
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OH&S29
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EMU Fundamentals55
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Electrical Fundamentals13
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Pneumatic Fundmentals15
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Risk Triggered Commentary2
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Signals10
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Signals - 2 Positon Signals24
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Signals - 3 Position Signals39
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Signals - Hand Signals5
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Signals - ABS7
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Signals - ATC13
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Signals - Route Indicators18
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Signals - Automatic Train Stops19
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Signals - Track Force Protection and Permanent Way Signs44
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Signals - Signal Diagrams1
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Signals - Exceptions to Pass Fixed Signals ABS System48
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Signals - Exceptions To Pass Fixed Signals ATC System6
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Signals - Identifying and Dealing with Signal Irregularities25
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Signals - Signals Out of Use5
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Signals - Mulitple Signals5
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Signals - Special Speeds12
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Signals - Level Crossing and Trackside Signs52
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Safeworking - Train Authority Working23
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Safeworking - Setting Back Trains16
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Safeworking - Dual Control Point Machines15
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Safeworking - Electro-Hydraulic Point Machines8
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Safeworking - Train Disabled2
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Safeworking - Train Derailed/Obstructed3
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Safeworking - MURL21
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Safeworking - Single Line Working2
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Safeworking - Adverse Weather Risks16
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Safeworking - Hand Operated Siding Gates5
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Safeworking - Sidings Operations20
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Safeworking - Train Evacuations3
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Safeworking - Absolute Block Working3
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Route Knowledge - Belgrave and Lilydale53
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Route Knowledge - Alamein11
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Route Knowledge - Glen Waverley11
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Route Knowledge - Sidings20
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Route Knowledge - Hurstbridge19
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Route Knowledge - Mernda28
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Faults - Generic69
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Faults - Electrical63
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Faults - Pneumatic12
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Faults - Train Rescue Procedures14
