Single Line Working

Front 1

When would single line working be introduced?

Back 1

When 1 line of a double line becomes blocked, single line working by PILOTMAN allows trains to travel over the other line in either direction.

Front 2

What armlet does the PILOTMAN wear?

Back 2

Red armlet with white writing - on the left arm.

Front 3

Who is involved in Single Line working?

Back 3

1. The signaller

2. The Driver

3. A Network Rail Area Operation Manager

4. The Pilotman

5. Hand Signallers

6. Crossing Keepers

Front 4

What type of signalling can Single Line Working be instigated on?

Back 4

Both - TCB and AB.

Front 5

What are the 2 types of tickets you can receive when entering a Single Line working area?

Back 5

RT3193 Drivers Single Line Working Ticket

• Movement in the Wrong Direction
  
• Movement in the Right Direction
  

Front 6

What are your actions during Single Line Working in the RIGHT Direction - include speeds and arrangements?

Back 6

• Normal Signalling Applies
  
• Permissible speed unless otherwise on ticket
  
• Must get 'RIGHT' direction ticket
  
• Inform Guard
  
• Must See the Pilotman and have his authority to enter SLW - is he accompanying you?
  
• Write Cancelled on ticket and hand back to Pilotman or fax off on return.
  
• May be asked to stop and inform others that SLW is in operation i.e. track workers
  
• If Pilotman rides - all points are checked by Pilotman (speeds)
  
• Where the SLW applies to (i.e. Crossover names)
  

Front 7

What are you actions during Single Line Working in the WRONG Direction - include speeds and arrangements?

Back 7

• Must See the PILOTMAN and have his authority to enter SLW - is he accompanying you?
• Must get 'WRONG' direction ticket.
• Inform Guard
• WD movements are controlled by hand signallers.
• Max 50mph (TSR/ESR will be on ticket)
• AHBC without WD controls must have attendant with green flag.
• CCTV/OD/RC if attendant must get green flag, if no attendant approach at caution and proceed if safe to do so.
• Open intermediate signal box must have YELLOW signal to proceed past
• secured catch points will have green flag placed.
• Must be a main signal (rare) or handsignaller with yellow flag to take you over crossover back to main line OR PILOTMAN MUST GO WITH YOU.
• PILOTMAN can authorise you to obey a position light, or you can speak with signaller for authority to rejoin your original line.

Front 8

What must you ALWAYS see before entering Single Line Working?

Back 8

The PILOTMAN

Front 9

What is the Permissible Speed in the RIGHT Direction?

Back 9

Permissible Line Speed unless otherwise on the ticket. ESR/TSR as normal.

Front 10

What is the Permissible Speed in the WRONG Direction?

Back 10

50mph (15mph over points first train). TSR/ESR will be on ticket but no lineside boards.

Front 11

When would you not need a ticket to enter a Single Line working section?

Back 11

Removing a portion of a divided train

Evacuating passengers from a failed train

Assisting a failed train

Removing a train that has proceeded without authority.

Front 12

If the PILOTMAN travels with you in the cab, who checks the points as you go over them?

Back 12

The PILOTMAN

Front 13

In the Wrong Direction what must you have to cross a AHBC without WD controls fitted?

Back 13

An attendant displaying a green flag

Front 14

A CTTV/RC/OD?

Back 14

If provided an Attendant displaying a green flag

If not provided, approach at caution and proceed if safe to do so.

Front 15

What flag do you require to pass an intermediate signal box?

Back 15

A yellow flag - classed as a stopping point if the box is open.

Front 16

If no main signal aspect or handsignaller is provided to return to the proper line, what must happen?

Back 16

The PILOTMAN must travel with you. Drivers responsibility to obtain permission from the signaller to gain access back to the main line. Or you may obey the position light if told to do so by the PILOTMAN.

Front 17

How many trains are allowed in the Single line section?

Back 17

Right Direction - If signalling working as normal, then the number of signals dictates the number of trains as per normal.

Wrong Direction - If large section, may be split up with intermediate handsignallers - must reach a clear understanding with the Pilotman.

Front 18

To allow an assisting train into the SLW section, what must the signaller do first?

Back 18

Get the authority of the PILOTMAN

Front 19

When would you work to and from an obstruction?

Back 19

If the obstruction covers both directions of travel.

Front 20

What flag do you require to pass a AHBC under local control?

Back 20

Green

Front 21

What flag do you require at a CCTV or RC where an attendant is provided?

Back 21

Green

Front 22

When would the pilotman always travel with you?

Back 22

- To and from obstruction.

- Assisting failed train that is coming from the rear and removing to the rear.

- when no main aspect or handsignaller provided to get back to original line.