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When stopping trains due to an obstruction on the line, what is the appropriate distance to place the first detonator on a broad gauge track?
When stopping trains due to an obstruction on the line, what is the appropriate distance to place the first detonator on a broad gauge track?
- 800 metres from the obstruction
- 600 metres from the obstruction (correct)
- 200 metres from the obstruction
- 400 metres from the obstruction
What is the purpose of placing detonators on the track when there is an obstruction?
What is the purpose of placing detonators on the track when there is an obstruction?
- To test the braking system of approaching trains
- To alert approaching trains of an obstruction (correct)
- To measure the speed of approaching trains
- To scout for potential hazards on the track
What type of signal can be used as a visibility test object?
What type of signal can be used as a visibility test object?
- Only a post erected for the purpose and lighted at night
- Either a post or the arm of a fixed semaphore signal
- Either a fixed colour light signal or a post
- All of the above options (correct)
At what distance from the obstruction should three detonators be placed, about 10 metres apart, on a broad gauge track?
At what distance from the obstruction should three detonators be placed, about 10 metres apart, on a broad gauge track?
What is the general procedure for a railway servant to follow when stopping trains due to an obstruction?
What is the general procedure for a railway servant to follow when stopping trains due to an obstruction?
What should a railway servant do if recalled before the obstruction is removed?
What should a railway servant do if recalled before the obstruction is removed?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safe custody of detonators?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safe custody of detonators?
What should a railway servant do with detonators after a train has passed over them?
What should a railway servant do with detonators after a train has passed over them?
What signal should be used to warn an incoming train of an obstruction during the day?
What signal should be used to warn an incoming train of an obstruction during the day?
Who should have a correct knowledge of the use of detonators?
Who should have a correct knowledge of the use of detonators?
What should a railway servant do if they are in charge of others using detonators?
What should a railway servant do if they are in charge of others using detonators?
What should the Loco Pilot do if the Outer, Home, or Routing signal is 'on' or defective?
What should the Loco Pilot do if the Outer, Home, or Routing signal is 'on' or defective?
What should the Loco Pilot do if the Calling-on signal is in the 'off' position?
What should the Loco Pilot do if the Calling-on signal is in the 'off' position?
Under what circumstances can a Loco Pilot pass an Outer, Home, or Routing signal that is 'on' or defective?
Under what circumstances can a Loco Pilot pass an Outer, Home, or Routing signal that is 'on' or defective?
What should the Loco Pilot do if they encounter an obstruction on the track while approaching a signal?
What should the Loco Pilot do if they encounter an obstruction on the track while approaching a signal?
What is the primary responsibility of the Loco Pilot when approaching a signal?
What is the primary responsibility of the Loco Pilot when approaching a signal?
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