Royal Decree 664/2015: Railway Traffic Regulations

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According to the regulations, what must Al and EF establish in their SGS to ensure safe train and maneuver operations?

  • Specific brands of equipment to be used
  • Employee vacation schedules
  • Maximum speed limits for each type of train
  • Rules and procedures for normal, degraded, and emergency operations (correct)

According to the regulations, what is one of the mandatory obligations for railway personnel regarding their fitness for duty?

  • Avoiding any type of excess that could impair their faculties (correct)
  • Driving personal vehicles during breaks
  • Working extra hours to meet deadlines
  • Consuming energy drinks to stay alert

In the context of railway regulations, what is the procedure the departing personnel must follow during the transmission of service?

  • Immediately leave the work area to rest
  • Share only information about personal matters
  • Skip the briefing if there are no known issues
  • Provide the relieving personnel with all necessary documentation and relevant information (correct)

Under what circumstances is it required for a train to have a system of protection compatible with the infrastructure?

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When the train protection systems in the infrastructure and the train are incompatible, what is the maximum speed allowed?

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According to railway regulations, when is it necessary for a train to have a second qualified person in the driving cab?

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If a train lacks a radiotelephone system, what alternative communication method should the train operator have?

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In the context of railway regulations, what does the AESF have the power to do regarding regulatory documents?

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According to the document, what is the order of precedence to follow in case of discrepancy between documents, all referring to the same object?

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According to railway safety regulations, what type of information should be collected by the 'Libro de Normas del Maquinista'?

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According to Chapter 4, what should be the form of communication to be used when the regulation does not say what class of communication to use?

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According to railway regulations, what is the purpose of all signals?

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According to railway regulations, what happens if the orders of various signals in the same place are incompatible with each other?

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According to railway regulations, what signals integrate the denomination of 'interior signal'?

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According to railway regulations, what is the definition of 'march at sight'?

<p>Advancing cautiously, regulating the speed according to the length of track that can be seen ahead. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to railway regulations, what is the maximum authorized speed when shunting?

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What procedure is used to identify trains according to railway regulations?

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According to railway regulations, what should a machinist do in the event of an accidental stop?

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In the event of interference with one's faculties during work, what does the document say?

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Under what conditions does the machinist order the train to start or pass through a station?

<p>If the departure signal is in order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should a train operator take in BCA if the track or station does not have a departure signal?

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According to railway regulations, what is the correct action to take if there is doubt about the order of proceeding?

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According to railway regulations, when is a train's order to move considered invalid?

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According to railway regulations, how is compliance with the most restrictive speed requirement determined, when a train is affected by various speed limits at one point?

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According to railway regulations when should the locomotive be separated from the set?

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According to railway regulations, What is the color of the sign called 'Via Libre'?

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What does the railway signal show with the color green with flickers?

<p>It does not exceed the speed of 160 km/h when passing the next signal unless the latter orders 'Via Libre'. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What order does the signal present when it is a 'Selective Stop'?

<p>The signal sends to put on the conditions to stop before it without passing it. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to railway regulations, what procedure should be followed if a fixed signal is missing from its designated location?

<p>Proceed as if the most restrictive order were given. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to railway regulations, what is the purpose of proximity screens?

<p>Alert the machinist to the presence of certain critical points of the infrastructure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to railway regulations, which entities define the measures to be taken for the treatment and use of the information, in circulation processes?

<p>Al and EF will define In their SGCs to materialize. this communication the way appropriate, (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated on signals of the type FI10, according to railway regulations?

<p>The kilometer is indicated by the largest number and the hectometer by the smallest (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the signal called 'Anuncio', associated with the indicator of danger in a trench, railroad or flood zone, mean?

<p>The signal warns the train driver of vicinity. So the engine driver has to follow up the notification he received (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if it is detected that the 'Signals of the Lines' are turned off in the stations, according to railway regulations?

<p>In open stations the normal action should be taken. If it is closed the procedure will depend on the type. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

On which vehicles is it possible to encounter the 'Luces Color Blanco' lights, according to railway regulations?

<p>Conventional Trains , railcars and isolated Locomotives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to railway regulations, what signal used when approaching a level crossing?

<p>The Driver must blow the train whistle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

With which light does the “Signal of Alarm” should be expressed according to railway regulations?

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Flashcards

What is the point of train blocking?

The primary objective is to guarantee the protection of train operations on the same track.

What constitutes a station?

Railway infrastructure consisting of tracks and associated equipment, safeguarded by signals, where train traffic occurs.

What is a locomotive?

A railway vehicle that propels itself using thermal or electric traction, intended for hauling other railway vehicles.

What is 'Marcha a la vista'?

A method of operation where a train moves cautiously, adjusting speed to the visible track ahead, capable of stopping before any obstacle.

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What is a railway 'Habilitation'?

Document empowering its holder to perform specific railway functions after demonstrating the required skills.

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What is an 'Apeadero'?

The infrastructure that enables passengers to board and disembark from trains.

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What is a 'Trayecto'?

A section of track between the entry signals of two adjacent stations.

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What is the goal of railway regulations?

Is to ensure trains operate safely, efficiently and punctually, under normal and degraded conditions.

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What is a Bifurcation?

Point on a line where another starts or joins, managed with signals for train traffic.

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What is a Cambiador de ancho?

An installation which facilitates changing the gauge of rolling stock for trains whose technology allows it.

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What is Habilitación?

Document that facilitates to the holder exert functions whose capacity to act has been tested.

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What is Maniobra?

The operation of coupling or uncoupling train vehicles, forming or disassembling trains, classifying vehicles or traveling material, or moving vehicles between rail lines.

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What is Plena Via?

It's a the part of the railway line found between two stations. Plena vía is located within the Plena Vía

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What is PAET station?

Installation to allow the advancement and parking of trains.

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What is limite velocity?

The term refers to the maximum speed allowed at any moment by the system

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What is Presentarse a prestar servicio?

is a railway worker must to do his job. You need to be in healthy conditions.

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What is Telefonema?

Document with pre-established format, identified by serial number, time of transmission, and sender ID; must be officially recorded.

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what could happen with the automatic brake?

The system's effectiveness will not be lost

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What is the purpose for regulatory documents?

Identify, reduce the risks and facilitate its application.

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What is the EF requirement before train's start?

Communicate all anomalies and restrition about a the train and give specific data.

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What is functions of railway signals?

They transmit mandatory orders or information, ensuring safe and orderly train and maneuvering.

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What is a signal for Figueras-Perpignan in ICF?

Ensure safety in special traffic condidtions such as high speed

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Which signal is currently on in 2ET1.X?

The signals have a particular color.

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Circular signal

Circular indicates that circular normally if nothing

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What is ASFA function?

A number of functions for safety that the system gives to the trains.

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Why are used signals and gauges?

Transmit orders or information by railway.

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What does is have contravia?

The track is fitted with a particular arrangement.

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What are Signals de Maniobras?

They are used for train movements.

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what is Bloqueo automatico?

Enables circulation. It's a railway safety mesure

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Which is the criteria for speed reduction

Those are the the most that you consider significant.

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what must the cars carry?

All vehicles must carry an automatic break sistem for all the composition

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What can do the Conduccion automatica?

The goal is that the machine can do in order automatic the trade.

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What are the EF requierements to do before take the train services?

Must be in a good phisical condition so they can do the right job.

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what are the effects to say Señal de Pare?

Stop at the side without surpassing.

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That is a via libre?

Circular normally is a free pass on sign.

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Study Notes

  • Royal Decree 664/2015, dated July 17, approves the Railway Traffic Regulations in Spain.
  • The decree was issued by the Ministry of Development.
  • It was published in the Official State Gazette (BOE) number 171 on July 18, 2015.
  • Reference number for the decree is BOE-A-2015-8042.
  • The content covers Books One and Two.

Book One: Fundamental Principles

  • Chapter 1: Generalities
  • Chapter 2: Regulatory Documentation
  • Chapter 3: Distribution of Documents and Service Tools
  • Chapter 4: Regulatory Communications
  • Chapter 5: Basic Concepts of Circulation

Book Two: Railway Signals

  • Chapter 1: Common Railway Signals for the RFIG (General Interest Railway Network)
    • Section 1: General Principles
    • Section 2: Fundamental Fixed Signals
    • Section 3: Indicating Fixed Signals
    • Section 4: Maximum Speed Fixed Signals
    • Section 5: Temporary Maximum Speed Restriction Fixed Signals
    • Section 6: Portable Signals
    • Section 7: Train Signals
  • Book Two: Transitory Specification 1
  • Chapter 1: Common Railway Signals for the RFIG
    • Section 1: Generalities
    • Section 2: Fundamental Fixed Signals
    • Section 3: Indicating Fixed Signals
    • Section 4: Maximum Speed Fixed Signals
    • Section 5: Temporary Maximum Speed Restriction Fixed Signals
    • Section 6: Portable Signals
    • Section 7: Train Signals
  • Chapter 2: Specific Railway Signals for the Madrid-Seville High-Speed Line
    • Section 1: Fixed Signals
  • Chapter 3: Railway Signals of R.A.M.
    • Section 1: Fundamental Fixed Signals
    • Section 2: Indicating Fixed Signals
  • Chapter 4: Specific Railway Signals for the Figueras-Perpignan International Section
    • Section 1: Object, Location, Arrangement, and Typology of Signals
    • Section 2: Block Signals
    • Section 3: Shunting Signals
    • Section 4: Installation Signals

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