Trainee Pack - Nsw Toc 1

Front 1

What does TOC stand for?

Back 1

Train Operating Conditions

Front 2

What is the safeworking system used in our area of operation in NSW?

Back 2

Single line bi-directional Rail Vehicle Detection Systems

Front 3

What are route indicators and why are they important?

Back 3

White illuminated arrows or letters on signal posts that indicate which route the points are set for. In some locations the same signal aspect may have more than one applicable route.

Front 4

If a banner indicator is defectice what precautions must the driver take?

Back 4

As best as possible try and regulate speed to be able to stop at the signal if necessary. Consider signal at stop until it is seen to have a proceed aspect. Inform NCO of banner defect.

Front 5

What steps can be used to attempt to stop a train other than contacting NCO?

Back 5

Emergency Local Radio Call. Red Hand Signal (Wave arms violently if you have no red flag/lamp). Red Marker Lights. Emergency Track Circuit Jumper Cables. Emergency Whistle code (short sharp bursts). Flash headlight between high and low. Detach Locomotive and move forward if it is possible and helps.

Use ATWs (3 to stop train, 2 to slow)

Front 6

What speed may you do in NSW if your headlights fail?

Back 6

Day - Up to Normal Speed.

Night or poor visibility - Restricted Speed, 25kmph maximum over level crossings, stations, tunnels & cuttings.

Repair or remarshal as soon as possible.

Front 7

How would you operate a train if the whistle has failed in NSW?

Back 7

Inform NCO. Travel at restricted speed to nearest location to remarshal or repair. Headlight must be flashed between low and high beam to warn road/pedestrian traffic. 25kmph over crossings etc.

Front 8

What track gauges are used in NSW?

Back 8

Standard Gauge only. 1435mm/4' 8 1/2"

Front 9

Define Civil Infrastructure.

Back 9

The track, formation, drainage & fixed structures beside/over/under the track. Support for overhead and signalling & telecom equipment. Not the equipment itself.

Front 10

NSW - Define Network Control Officer

Back 10

A train controller for an unattended location. A signaller for an attended location. A delegate carrying out functions of a train controller or signaller.

Front 11

Who operates points & signals on the ARTC network in NSW?

Back 11

Train Controllers at Junee Network Control Centre South. Main South B Controller. No signallers on ARTC network.

Front 12

What is the function of fixed signals?

Back 12

Fixed signals are used to control train movements over the route and to ensure there is a safe distance between trains and sometimes track workers. Interlockings are used at points to ensure that a proceed indication cannot be displayed if the points are not set correctly.

Front 13

What 2 categories of signals are used in NSW?

Back 13

Running Signals & Shunting Signals.

Running Signals are used to control train movements on running lines. Shunting Signals are used to authorise shunting movements on running lines and sidings.

Front 14

Define the term 'overlap'

Back 14

The distance beyond a fixed signal at stop that must be unoccupied before that signal can display a proceed aspect.

Front 15

Under what circumstances may a handsignaller be protecting a signal?

Back 15

If it is defective or protecting a worksite.

Front 16

If a handsignaller is positioned at a signal what must they do?

Back 16

Stop the train and verbally inform driver of reason signal must be passed at stop before handsignalling driver to pass signal.

Front 17

Under what 3 circumstances may a driver pass a permissive signal at stop?

Back 17

If signaller doesn't instruct driver not to proceed and block is not known to be occupied. If driver considers it safe.

Front 18

Under what 4 operating rules can a starting signal be passed at stop if moving beyond yard limits?

Back 18

302 Local Possession Authority, 304 Track Occupancy Authority, 514 Special Proceed Authority, 516 Pilot Staff Working.

Front 19

What is the authority to pass a starter signal at stop if not moving beyond yard limits?

Back 19

Verbal authority. Yard limits.

Front 20

What is the authority to pass an absolute signal that isn't a starter?

Back 20

Verbal authority.

Front 21

What does the sign above mean to the driver? (Excuse the graffiti)

Back 21

Start of type F level crossing circuit.

Front 22

What does it mean if a type F level crossing sign has a blue border?

Back 22

Crossing is fitted with predictor technology.

Front 23

If a type F level crossing has been infrequently used how long before it is considered faulty?

Back 23

- If it has not been tested in 32 hours.

- If it has not been passed over for 72 hours.

Front 24

If a handsignaller is provided at a faulty level crossing how must rail traffic approach?

Back 24

Be prepared to stop short of crossing. Handsignaller will only authorise rail traffic to use road crossing once all road and pedestrian traffic has been stopped.

Front 25

If a handsignaller is not present at a faulty level crossing how must the driver operate?

Back 25

Stop short of crossing and only proceed when it is safe to do so.

Front 26

In NSW on what side of the line would you find Km posts?

Back 26

Left in the down direction. (Same in Victoria)

Front 27

What colour are catch point and derail signs in NSW?

Back 27

Red with white writing.

Front 28

When shunting are yard limit signs absolute?

Back 28

Yes, must not be passed without NCO authority.

Front 29

What does this sign mean to the driver?

Back 29

If a train is over 1150m long train must be at set speed at this board and not increase speed until next fixed signal is seen to be displaying 'clear'/green. For reduced stopping distances.

Note - approach to Uranquinty Up direction.

Front 30

Where could you find one of these and what does it mean?

Back 30

End of a platform. Indicates there is an INNER handsignaller ahead protecting a worksite.

Front 31

What does this sign mean to the driver?

Back 31

A speed that must be reached by next next signal. Yellow applies to frieght.

Note - None Albury to Junee.

Front 32

Before starting any type of trackwork what must be done?

Back 32

Risk Assessment, identify safe place(s), confirm with NCO and appoint a Protection Officer.

Front 33

How long is a lookout allowed to keep watch continuously in NSW?

Back 33

1 hour.

Front 34

What is the minimum clearance time with Lookout Working?

Back 34

25 seconds. Or calculated on sighting distance & track speed.

Front 35

What does work on track require in NSW?

Back 35

A Protection Officer.

Front 36

How may ASB be used?

Back 36

Control keeping absolute signals at stop. Control may also authorise removal of ESML handle or EOL Key (and securing points away if necessary).

Front 37

How are trains permitted to enter the limits of an LPA or TOA?

Back 37

No trains are allowed to be permitted unless they are work trains.

Work trains - Piloted by PPO, PO or authorised delegate. Authorised by NCO to pass signals that can't be cleared.

Front 38

In NSW what are the 7 identified times that confirmation of a message must be repeated back correctly?

Back 38

1. A Proceed Authority.

2. Instruction not to proceed.

3. Work on Track Authority.

4. Work on Track Method.

5. Train Running Info.

6. Special Working.

7. CAN

Front 39

What steps would you take to attempt to stop a train on an adjacent line in an emergency?

Back 39

Emergency Local Radio Call

Contact NCO to stop rail traffic (until confirmation is recieved continue by):

Red Handsignal, Red Marker Lights, Track Circuit Shorting clips, Emergency Whistle Code, Headlight between high and low beam, Place 3 dets 500m from obstruction first then 2 dets 2500m from obstruction.

Front 40

What details need to be recorded in permanent form when recieving a CAN that doesn't need a form?

Back 40

CAN# & Details

Front 41

When must the whistle be sounded?

Back 41

If det(s) are exploded.

Whistle Board.

Before Passing Over a Crossing.

Before entering cuttings or a tunnel.

To ackowledge shunting handsignals.

To warn people or an animals near the track.

When crossing another train.

Front 42

What whistle code is used when an emergency stop is needed?

Back 42

2 short sharp blasts repeated.

Front 43

In NSW Locomotives used solely for shunting in shunting yards/terminals must display what marker light arrangment?

Back 43

2 reds each end.

Front 44

In NSW if you were to "lose" your ETM and not have a replacement what may NCO get you do?

Back 44

Travel as a block train to next crossing location (or further if authorized) until ETM is replaced.

Front 45

What conditions must be followed when directing a propelling movement?

Back 45

Be directed at leading end by qualified worker.

Be controlled by the driver.

Comply with reqs of TOC manual (structure, weight & drawgear).

Ensure route is set and secured.

Signals obeyed.

Front 46

What is the speed for propelling over a level crossing in NSW?

Back 46

10kmph. (Only if protected)

Front 47

What is the speed for propelling in NSW?

Back 47

Restricted Speed. Maximum 25kmph.

Front 48

Who authorises a propelling movement?

Back 48

Within a section - Train Controller. (SPA)

With Yard Limits - Network Control Officer.

Front 49

What are your actions if you run over dets in NSW?

Back 49

All sound one long whistle.

1 - Slow, look for warning signs, contact control.

2 - Slow to 25kmph, look for handsignaller, be prepared to stop.

3 - Stop immediately.

Front 50

Where musn't you place dets unless it is an emergency?

Back 50

Underground, in tunnels, in steep cuttings, within 75m of workers or passenger platform.