PTS Questions AC & DC lines (Avanti) (2023/2024) Rated A+

PTS Questions AC & DC lines (Avanti) (2023/2024) Rated A+ From the list below select the things you do to stop a train in an emergency? (THREE ANSWERS) A red light A red flag Both arms raised above your head If you found a red bond that has become detached what actions must you take? Report it to the ECO (electrical control operator) Where line speeds of 75mph are permissible, your minimum position of safety is; 1.25m (4feet) This person is crossing the line using an authorised walking route? True When on or near the line, select the items that if observed on a passing train, would require reporting to the signaller immediately? (FOUR ANSWERS) - A hot axle box - The train in distress warning being sounded - A vehicle on fire - Flashing headlights The voltage of the overhead line equipment OLE is; 25,000 volts AC You are walking to the signal box in the picture, you come across this sign. What does it mean? No position of safety available on the side of the railway for the length of this structure Who can authorise you to remove track circuit operating clips and who are they handed into at the end of your shift? (TWO ANSWERS) - The signaller - Local Supervisor or manager The minimum safe distance you should stand from an exploding detonator is; 30m (30yards) with your back turned towards the detonator When must you consider the OLE to be live and dangerous? At all times When walking on or near the line and a train approaches, what are your actions? (MAPS) Move to a position of safety and ensure you are there at least 10secs before the trains arrives, acknowledge the driver What is the meaning of the orange warning line (cant rail line) on top of the cab and vehicles? Do not climb above this line while below live OLE What must you ensure before going on or near the line that is open to train movements? You must only go on or near the line if your duties require you to do so and your regular assessment contains track safety rules In which document can a driver find details of line speeds? Sectional appendix If you were on the track and got caught between two approaching trains and unable to reach a position of safety, what would you do? Lie down in the six foot or ten foot When walking on or near the line and you have to cross the line, what must you do? Not step on rails or sleepers or between movable part of points If you have to cross the railway line what should you walk on? The ballast How often must you look up to observe for approaching trains when on or near the line? Approximately every 5 seconds What is the definition of on the lineside? Between the boundary fence and up to the point that is on or near the line How would identify the train in distress warning? A series of long blasts of the high/loud tone of the warning horn How far away from the OLE must you keep yourself equipment? 2.75m (9feet) When on a depot and you are required to cross a running road and your authorised walking is obstructed, how will you cross? If you have to cross between vehicles you must ensure they are not going to move before you cross Which of the following is the correct phonetic protocol for the train number 1M14? One Mike One Four From the list below select the parts of the OLE numbered 1, 2, & 3; The catenary wire Dropper Contact wire When the line speed is 105mph, the minimum distance from the nearest line to a position of safety is: 2m (6ft 6inches) No refuges warning boards are coloured; Blue and white If emergency protection is required, how far from the obstruction must 3 detonators be placed: 1 1/4miles (2km) You are on or near the line, if you are; On a running line Within 3m of the nearest running rail within the boundary fence From the options below select the 4 things a driver know about before going on or near the line? Any location with limited clearances Direction of travel Linespeeds The location of any area where you must go while trains are running What is important to remember about your high visibility clothing? It is clean, of the approved type and is worn correctly When calling the signaller to report a serious safety related incident on the line, you must state; This is an emergency call As a driver walking alone on or near the line, who is responsible for arranging a safe system of work? You are Select from the options below the safest method to cross a running line safely? (THREE ANSWERS) Use a subway or underpass Use an over bridge Use an authorised walking route if provided, ensure hearing and sighting distanced are not impared If you are walking on or near the line as part of your duties and you see another person walking in the same direction, you must keep at least 20m apart from them? (True or False) True From the list below select the correct track terms for A, B, C, D on the diagram above; A. Cess B. Four foot C. Ten foot D. Six foot When crossing a line with a conductor rail, which of the following statements are true? If possible cross at a place where guard boards had been provided Cross where there is a gap in the conductor rail Step over both the conductor and running rail in one movement Track circuit operating can be used on the 4th Rail system? (True or False) False Where is the 3rd rail in this pic C When a casualty is in contact or very close to live DC lines, in carrying out emergency rescue you must: Ensure that the electricity is switched off or make sure your hands are covered with something dry before you touch the causalty What is the normal voltage of the 3rd/4th rail and how must it be treated? 650v - 750v DC live at all times When placing detonators on a DC electrified area you must; Place the detonators furthest from the conductor rail When applying a track circuit operating clip to a line electrified by a 3rd rail system, the clip should be applied first to; The furthest rail from the conductor rail What equipment on DC traction unit must be considered live at all times? All collector shoes and their connections From the options below select the things you would do when walking on or near the DC lines? Step over the live rail and running rail in one movement If your required to get an emergency switch off the DC line equipment, you must contact; ECO