This course covers section
T1 of the December 2003 edition of Network Rail's Rulebook. Section T1 replaced
section E1 of the superseded rule book and details the arrangements and
procedures required for protecting signalling equipment by the signalling
technician and the signaller. This course is primarily aimed at signalling
operations staff. A separate T1A course is available for signalling technicians.
Objectives:
On successful completion of the course the candidate will be able to:
Authorise
signalling work using section T1 of the Network Rail Rulebook
GE/RT8000
Describe
the arrangements to be made before allowing work to commence on
signalling equipment
Describe
the instructions to be given and received before commencing work on
signalling equipment
Explain
the responsibilities of the signaller when granting a disconnection of
signalling equipment using section T1
Understand
and complete the relevant forms associated with section T1
Demonstrate
an ability to correctly carry out the instructions contained in
section T1 for a selection of work place scenarios
Subjects:
When
the instructions in section T1A apply
Use
of T1A for protection of failed signalling equipment
Use
of T1A for routine maintenance of signalling equipment
Use
of T1A during planned signal engineering work
Release
of signalling controls
Routine
maintenance of Automatic Level Crossings
General
information as to when T1 is applied.
When
signalling equipment is defective or is not responding.
Appointing
others to ensure safety.
Defective
main aspect on Track Circuit Block (TCB) lines.
Defective distant
or stop signal on other than TCB lines.
Defective
position light signal, shunting signal, stop board or limit of shunt
signal or indicator.
Defective
banner repeating signal.
When
trains are to approach a defective signal forming one of a group.
When
trains are to pass a defective stop signal.
When
trains are to pass over defective mechanically operated points.
When
a train or vehicle fails to operate track circuits.
Maintenance
of signalling equipment.
Failure
of AWS equipment.
Failure
of train protection and warning system (TPWS) equipment.
Who Should Attend:
Signal operation personnel who are required to implement the protection
arrangements as detailed in sections T1 of the Network Rail Rule Book GE/RT8000.
Learning Approach:
Classroom sessions and practical work. Theory and practical assessments are
included. Delegates MUST bring with them a copy of Network Rail's Rule Book
GE/RT8000
Features:
Provides a comprehensive understanding of procedures
associated with Network Rail's Rule Book (GE/RT8000) Section T1A/B, which will
enable candidates to safely and effectively implement protection arrangements
for work on signalling equipment. Theory and practical assessments are used to
provide evidence of competence.
