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13 Cards in this Set
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Define the term “Extreme Caution”. |
Extreme caution is defined as being able to stop the train in half the distance that can be seen ahead, not exceeding 25km/h or the posted track speed if that is the lesser, and always being prepared to find the section ahead occupied, obstructed or the track damaged. |
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Yes/ no. Is the driver permitted to pass a signal at stop when knowing there is a preceding train in the section ahead? |
No. |
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Yes/ no. Is the driver permitted to pass an automatic signal at stop if he considers that the trains speed cannot be controlled? |
No. |
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What must a driver do if distracted when operating a train after passing an automatic signal at stop? |
Stop, contact applicable train controller. |
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For what distance must the train be operated with extreme caution after passing a signal at stop? |
Through the entire section until the next fixed signal. |
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When can you the driver increase speed if the next fixed signal is at proceed? |
When the rear of the train has passed that signal. |
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When can the driver pass an automatic signal at stop if he has considered it to be unsafe to proceed? |
•When the stop indication changes to a proceed. •When the driver considers the conditions have changed and is safe to proceed. |
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Who must the driver advise the train is stopped at an automatic signal at stop and it has been considered unsafe to proceed ? |
The applicable Network Controller. |
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What action must a driver take if a co-acting signal displays two different indications? A single light displayed? A white light? What information do you give the Network Controller |
Stop, contact Network Controller. Signal number. |
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What information do you give the ARTC Network Controller if your train is detained at a home signal. |
•Signal post number. •Train location and identity. •Train origin and destination. • Train crew names (if required) Controller will notify crew with reason and expected length of delay. |
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Interpret this signal. |
Signal not in use. |
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Interpret this signal. |
Signal not in use. Black cross infront of signal. |
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When can you not pass a “Clear Normal Speed?” |
When instructed the signal is defective. |
