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Section 34 Local Operating Procedures

134 – Road Rail Operations

BOOK OF RULES AND OPERATING PROCEDURES

Rev 16.02

Issued 10th

October 2016

Operating Procedure 34 - 134 Road Rail Operating Procedures

Operating Procedure 34 - 134 – Road Rail Operating Procedures Rev 16.02 (SW.0118/2016) of 43

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Document ID: 34 – 134 Rev 16.02

Road Rail Operating Procedure

Created: 04/09/13

Document History

Date Status By Reviewe

d

04.09.13

DRAFT Rev 2 – Incorporate

SW.0189/2012 Weed Spray Operations

SW.0217/2012 Road Rail Vehicles operations through Absolute

Occupations and Booked Out Corridors

SW.0003/2013 Road Rail Vehicles Track Inspections

D Kerry P. Upton

18.11.2013 Issued D Kerry

19.05.15

Updated to Revision 15.01 to incorporate

Updated use of Track Warrants – SW.0200/2014

Areas for use of Road Rail Vehicles for Track Inspections and

Weed Spraying altered to reflect Waurn Ponds

Issue SW.0059/2015

D Kerry

12.06.15

Updated to Revision 15.02

In Section 19 Requirements for operation of Weed spray Hy Rails

is accompanied by a qualified TVO2 V/Line employee, except

where specifically authorised by the V/Line Track and Civil

Maintenance Manager.

Issued SW.0070/2015

D. Kerry

27.11.15

Table in Section 19 for restricted use of Road Rail Vehicles

for Weed Spraying Operations updated to include

Southern Cross - Sunshine - Deer Park Junction –

Manor Junction.

Reference for use Track Warrants throughout Procedure to

reflect Section 34 – 135 No 21 in lieu of SW.0200/2014.

Issued on SW.0169/2015 as Revision 15.03

D. Kerry



8th

June 2016

Draft 16A Document updated contain all information

currently managed by NIWI-2828,

Updated some information in section 13 – Overhead

Line Safety to reference the requirements of the Road

Rail Vehicle Standard – NIST-2831 and SAPR-73

Excavation, Trenching and Overhead Services

Management

T Peacock D Kerry

1st July 2016

Draft 16C updated

Following Gap review from NIPR 2828 and NIPR

2828.1

Updated for procedure for obtaining Track Permission

Addition of requirement for confirming location in line

Rules for Track Warrants

D Kerry T Peacock

4th

July 2016 Draft 16D updated

Draft updated and reviewed by T Peacock D Kerry

S Seckold

T Peacock

8th

July 2016 Draft 16E Updated from review comments received D Kerry T Peacock

11th

July 2016 Issued SW.0072/2016 as Revision 16.01 D Kerry

07th

October

2016 `

Draft updates for

Procedures for vehicles operating convoy

Procedure for following Rail Flaw Detector Car

T Peacock D.Kerry

10th

October

2016 Issued as Revision 16.02 – SW.0118/2016 D Kerry



CONTENTS

1. GENERAL ........................................................................................................... 6

2. DEFINITIONS..................................................................................................... 6

3. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR RRV OPERATION ..................... 9

4. RRV REGISTRATION PROCESS ................................................................. 10

5. REQUIREMENTS FOR RRVS WITHIN A DEFINED WORKSITE ....... 12

6. REQUIREMENTS FOR RRVS ....................................................................... 16

7. IDENTIFYING WORKSITE LOCATION - ................................................. 18

8. REQUESTING ON TRACK PERMISSION ................................................. 21

9. CONDUCTING TRACK INSPECTIONS WHERE ABSOLUTE

OCCUPATIONS OR TRACK WARRANTS ARE IN FORCE .................. 24

10. SPEED RESTRICTIONS ................................................................................. 26

11. CARRYING MATERIALS AND LOADING CAPACITY ......................... 27

12. TOWING SPEEDS ........................................................................................... 27

13. USE OF VEHICLE LIGHTS ........................................................................... 27

14. OPERATION AT NIGHT ................................................................................ 28

15. APPROACHING A LEVEL CROSSING OR STATION ............................ 28

16. SECURING VEHICLE .................................................................................... 28

17. AXLE COUNTERS ........................................................................................... 28

18. OPERATING ROAD RAIL VEHICLES IN CONVOY ............................... 29

19. OVERHEAD LINE SAFETY AND WORKING AT HEIGHTS ................ 32

20. GAUGE .............................................................................................................. 32

21. RUNAWAY POTENTIAL DURING ON AND OFF TRACKING ............. 33

22. DISABLED VEHICLE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ................ 34

23. REQUIREMENTS FOR RRVS ON THE OPEN RUNNING LINE ........... 36

24. TRACK INSPECTIONS UTILISING ROAD RAIL VEHICLES ON ....... 37

SPECIFIED SECTIONS OF THE NETWORK .................................................... 37



25. WEED SPRAYING OPERATIONS ............................................................... 38

26. QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCY ON THE RUNNING LINE .. 40

27. REGIONAL FAST RAIL CORRIDOR.......................................................... 40

28. TRAIN TO BASE RADIO AND PHONE COMMUNICATIONS .............. 41

29. VIGILANCE CONTROL SYSTEM ............................................................... 42

30. REFERENCES .................................................................................................. 43



1. GENERAL

These instructions are issued for the safety of all personnel working or operating with or

near any Road Rail Vehicle in the Rail Corridor.

They are to be read in conjunction with Sections 15 and 30 of the 1994 Book of Rules

and Operating Procedures and supplementary instructions contained in Section 34 –

Procedure No 135

2. DEFINITIONS

The following definitions are used throughout this document

a. Convoy

Track vehicles travelling together as separate independent machines (they are not coupled

together).

b. Plant

Covers items such as lifts, cranes, pressure equipment, machinery, hoists, powered

mobile plant, lasers, powered tools, scaffolding and temporary access equipment.

For the purpose of this procedure plant typically refers to excavators, back-hoes, cranes

and elevating work platforms.

It also includes;

any machinery, equipment, appliance, container, implement and tool;

any component of any of those things;

anything fitted or connected to any of those things.

c. Rolling Stock

A vehicle or a part of a vehicle that operates on or uses a railway track, and includes

road/rail vehicle and trolley/trailer.

It is not considered rolling stock when it is not operating on a railway track.

d. Road Rail Vehicle (RRV)

Any type of vehicle, which can travel on either the road, or rail and which can easily be

transferred from one mode of operation to the other.

It includes any trailers or trolleys attached to the vehicle.



e. Running Line

The running line shall include any track on which trains run between stations or crossing

loops, locations and shall include all other running tracks within station limits under the

control of signallers.

The running line excludes sidings containing points operated by hand levers.

f. Track Vehicle

Rolling stock used for inspections and maintenance that is not a train.

This includes road rail vehicles as well as rail-bound plant and trolleys and trailers.

Road Rail Vehicle operators: to operate Road Rail Vehicles in a safe and productive

manner as described in this procedure, the Book of Rules and applicable notices.

g. Person in Charge

The Person in Charge responsible for all activities at their work site

h. Track Force Protection Co ordinator

The Track Force Protection Co-ordinator is the person delegated by the Person in

Charge to manage the Protection requirements of the work group(s).

Responsibility for the application and management of the worksite Protection is solely

that of the Track Force Protection Co–ordinator.

The primary duty and responsibility of the Track Force Protection Co-ordinator is to

keep the worksite and workers safe from rail traffic.

The Track Force Protection Co-ordinator must:

tell workers the locations of safe places and the limits of safety measures in place, and

be the only person the speak to the Train Controller/ Signaller about Track Protection

arrangements

maintain the Record of On Track Working

The role of Person in Charge and Track Force Protection Co-ordinator can be undertaken

by the same person.



i. Workgroup Supervisor

Workgroup Supervisor means the person authorised to be in charge of a work group

requiring to work under the cover of the Absolute Occupation

The Workgroup Supervisor will receive the Permit to Foul from the Track Force

Protection Co-ordinator whom is the holder of the Absolute Occupation.

j. The Work Group Supervisor will be in possession of current Track Force Protection

Qualified Person

For the purpose of this procedure, the Person in Charge of the vehicle is the “qualified

person” and shall be responsible for the proper use and safe custody of the vehicle.

k. Track Vehicle Operator – (TVO 1)

TVO 1 Operator Qualification covers the minimum requirement for the operation of a

Road Rail Vehicle within a defined worksite

l. Track Vehicle Operator – (TVO 2)

TVO 2 Operator Qualification covers the additional requirement for the operation of a

Road Rail Vehicle on an open running line outside of a defined worksite

m. Rail Movement

All Rail Vehicle movements including Trains, Track Machines, Road Rail Vehicles and

any other item of plant fitted with rail guidance wheels

n. Worksite

The nominated area defined by geographic boundaries for where the works will be

undertaken.



3. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR RRV OPERATION

These requirements apply to all road rail vehicles (RRVs)

(including attached trailers/trolleys) operating on the V/Line Managed Network:

1. The organisation managing the Road Rail Vehicle operation must have rail safety

accreditation or be under the direct supervision by a suitably qualified V/Line

employee.

2. Road Rail Vehicles must be registered prior to operation on the V/Line Regional

Network and listed in the Network Service Plan Addenda.

3. Road Rail Vehicles must be subject to an up to date maintenance and inspection

regime.

4. Road Rail Vehicle operators must be suitably trained and qualified.

5. Road Rail Vehicles must be suitable for the task and not be capable of runaway

(Refer to requirements of the V/Line NIST-2831 RRV Standard).

The requirements of the 1994 Book of Rules also apply, including Section 30 of track

vehicle operations Section 15 for infrastructure works and Section 36 for Regional Fast

Rail Corridors.

Notices or circulars may also apply additional operating restrictions or conditions.

Full compliance to the V/Line RRV Standard (NIST-2831) is required.

Insulation and Track Circuits

Due to the low relative weight of road rail vehicles they cannot reliably activate track

circuits. For this reason the rail wheels are insulated to prevent any activation of track

circuits. No action is permitted to bypass this insulation system.

Road Rail Vehicle standards and operating requirements described in this procedure

differ depending on these operating contexts:

Within a Defined Worksite: RRV operations within a defined worksite mean a

controlled worksite using various vehicles which

may include excavators, cranes, and elevated work

platforms.

Track Occupancy under Absolute Occupation,

Track Warrant or Track Force Protection.

On the Open Running Line Traversing the running line using light or heavy

rigid vehicles for tasks such as track inspections,

light work and weed spraying.

Track Occupancy under Road/rail permission or

Track Warrants. Additional requirements apply for

operation on the open running line



4. RRV REGISTRATION PROCESS

RRVs must be registered prior to operation on the V/Line Regional Network.

Whose Accreditation?

V/Line Other ARO

MTM Accredited Assessor

Joint MTM & Vline Acceptance Checklist NIST 2831.2

Complete V/Line RRV Approval Form SAFO -

146

Complete V/Line RRV Approval

Form SAFO-146

HSEAdministrator

HSE &Asset

Approval

Notify Applicant

HSEAdministrator

Register in V/Line Network Service Plan

Addenda With any operating restrictions

Apply Operating

Restrictions

Yes

No

MTM Registration Process



1. To apply for registration, forward a completed SAFO-146 Road Rail Vehicle

Approval Form for each vehicle to V/Line, with attachments as applicable.

2. If operating under V/Line’s supervision/accreditation, a completed NIFO-

2831.2 Road Rail Vehicle (TV2) Acceptance Checklist must also be supplied to

V/Line.

This is a joint form with Metro Trains Melbourne.

An assessment completed for Metro Trains Melbourne will be accepted by V/Line with

the registration application.

Registered Road Rail Vehicles are listed under the nominated Accredited Rail

Operator in the Network Service Plan Addenda, available on the V/Line website,

under Network Access.

The same vehicle may be registered under different Accredited Rail Operators.

Operating restrictions for the vehicle will be listed in the Network Service Plan

Addenda.

Any vehicle that has been modified or has been involved in an incident that may

affect the vehicle’s integrity must be confirmed to remain compliant with the

standard.

Any changes to details supplied with the original registration must be supplied to

V/Line.



5. REQUIREMENTS FOR RRVS WITHIN A DEFINED WORKSITE

a. Road Rail Operation within a defined worksite

Operators are to operate the vehicle in accordance with the Protection requirements

specified by the Track Force Protection Co-ordinator.

Road Rail Vehicle Operators must observe and obey all fixed signals as per Section 15

Rule 8 Clause j. On

approaching a home signal the Road Rail Vehicle Operator must stop and contact the

Track Force Protection Co-ordinator for permission to pass the signal.

Before permission is granted the Track Force Protection Co-ordinator must confer and

obtain permission from the Signaller to pass the signal at Stop.

The Track Force Protection Co-ordinator may authorise the Road Rail Vehicle operator

to speak directly to the Signaller.

The Track Force Protection Co-ordinator must confer with the Workgroup Supervisor

before granting permission for the movement of a Road Rail Vehicle into the worksite.

A permit to foul, if required, must be issued before on-tracking a Road Rail Vehicle

within an Absolute Occupation.

b. Supervision and Permission Requirements

All Road Rail Vehicle Operators must be under the supervision of the Workgroup

Supervisor in charge of the worksite.

Road Rail Vehicle operators must obtain permission from the Workgroup Supervisor

in charge of the protection of the worksite prior to placing a vehicle on track

For all movement of Road Rail Vehicles the Workgroup Supervisor may obtain this

permission and pass on to the Road Rail Vehicle Operator

The Track Force Protection Co-ordinator must confer with the Workgroup Supervisor

before granting permission for the movement of a Road Rail Vehicle into the

worksite.

Only TVO 2 qualified Road Rail Vehicle operators may move a vehicle outside the

limits of an occupation

Note: The Track Force Protection Co-ordinator is responsible for the Management of the

Track protection of the worksite.

The Workgroup Supervisor is responsible for the works within the worksite.

At smaller worksites one person may be responsible for both roles.



c. Qualifications and Competencies within a Defined Worksite

Relevant qualifications must be carried at all times. (See also Section 30, Rule 2b).

All Road Rail Vehicle operators must have passed a current Category 1 medical

assessment.

Within a Defined Worksite the Road Rail Vehicle operator must:

Hold at least a TVO 1 Qualification -, and

Be competent in operation of the specific vehicle and safety equipment1 and

Be in possession of a current driver’s licence for the vehicle type and

Be in possession of a Work Safe Licence to Perform High Risk Work if applicable to

the vehicle (e.g. Crane or Boom-type Elevated Work Platform -boom length > 11

meters) and

Be familiar with the worksite area and travel. (See Section d)

d. Familiarity with Work Site Area and Travel Route

All track vehicle operators must be familiar with the worksite area and the track on which

they will be operating. Operators must be aware of the:

location of level and pedestrian crossings,

location of the fixed signals,

local terrain of the area (e.g. gradient, areas where visibility is restricted),

platforms, tunnels and bridges, and

location of the intermediate sidings and interlocking’s

limits of travel

When travelling in a convoy, only the leading and rear operators need to be familiar with

the area.

When an operator is not familiar with an area, the site supervisor must arrange a site

induction to familiarise the operator with the area or provide a qualified person to

accompany the machine movement

This requirement can be covered by the Job Start briefing and evidence of the induction

must be recorded with the Job Start documents.

1 Evidence of competence may be demonstrated if a person has been successfully assessed against

the national competency units TLIC3045A Operate road/rail vehicle and TLIC2054A Access rail track

to run track vehicle within defined worksite.



e. On and Off Tracking within a Defined Worksite

Prior to placing a road/rail vehicle on track, the site must be inspected to identify a

suitable ramp and landing point to safely convert the vehicle from road to rail operation.

Wherever possible, it is preferred to use an established level crossing.

The capability of plant on a gradient or canted track shall be assessed and a safe system

of work developed to eliminate likelihood of runaway or overturning.

Flat track is preferred and gradients must not exceed 1 in 30.

If an adequate ramp and landing point is not provided, then a temporary ballast ramp and

landing point is to be constructed.

When using a ramp and landing point, extreme care must be taken at all times and a

spotter is required.

Where the level crossing consists of multi tracks that may be live, the minimum

protection will be a lookout for each live line while the vehicle is being converted to rail

operation.

Should there be insufficient viewing distance to ensure the safety of the conversion

operation, the Track Force Protection Co-ordinator must arrange for further protection to

be provided.

When converting the vehicle to rail, an employee should be available to assist the driver

to locate the rail guidance gear in the correct position at the rear and front of the vehicle.

The vehicle must not infringe the structure gauge or foul the running line during this

manoeuvre.

f. Removing a Disabled Track Vehicle from an Occupation

When a track vehicle becomes disabled in an occupation, the responsible Workgroup

Supervisor or the Track Force Protection Co-ordinator must arrange for assistance to be

provided to remove the disabled track vehicle clear of the section.

If the assistance is required from outside the occupation area, the Track

Force Protection Co-ordinator must advise the Signaller or Train Control of:

the circumstances applicable at the site and to the disabled vehicle, and

whether the track vehicle will have to be hauled or propelled clear of the section.

Irrespective of whether a train or another track vehicle is used to assist the disabled track

vehicle clear of the section, an employee must be provided to accompany the assisting

train or track vehicle into the occupation area.

The assisting train or track vehicle will become part of the work site and no further

authority will be required to assist the disabled track vehicle clear of the section.

g. Elevated Platforms and Cranes

A current log book must be kept with the plant.

Maintenance schedules must be up to date.



Ensure equipment is suitable to the cant; gradient and working reach to eliminate

likelihood of tip over.

Reach restrictors must be functioning, if fitted.

Evidence of Work Safe registration must be provided for Mobile cranes with a safe

working load greater than 10 tonnes and hoists with a platform movement in excess of

2.4 metres designed to lift people.



6. REQUIREMENTS FOR RRVS

a. Operating within a worksite

Each vehicle must carry the following functioning equipment when operating within a

defined worksite:

Rear view mirror

Horn

Orange flashing light

Fully stocked first aid kit

A charged mobile phone

A working wrist watch

Working fire extinguisher

Reversing alarm

Required books/ forms

Emergency tow bar and auto-coupler adaptor

One multi-coloured hand lamp or torch

Radio for local communications

b. Operating on a Running Line

A Road Rail Vehicle must carry in addition to the above the following functioning

equipment when operating on a Running Line:

Vigilance Control (VC) system

Train to base radio

Two boxes of Audible Track Warning devices (ATW) in a suitable container

Knapsack spray in fire danger season

Road Rail Permission Book

Two point clips

Two track circuit shorting clips (in track circuited areas only)

A list of emergency contact numbers and addresses.

In addition, each vehicle must carry a vehicle usage log book, and environment

management equipment and registers as listed in SAPR-62 and SAMG-33 – 37.

If any equipment is faulty or has been lost or stolen, the operator must immediately report

it to the Maintenance Supervisor and record it in the operator’s daily logbook. Plant

Maintenance must be notified as a safety related item as described in NIPR-2817.



c. Road Rail Vehicles undertaking Track Inspections

Track inspectors must also carry (dependent on track type):

Combination gauge and level, notebook, pencil and yellow chalk

Track Inspectors Report Sheet

Fishbolt spanner – appropriate to the track being inspected

Rail Thermometer

Ballast fork, shovel and pick

Dog spikes

Six number bolts, nuts and washers

Track jack and spanner

Drift

Claw bar and dog lifter

10 lb. (4 kg) hammer

Under no circumstances is the load in the tray to exceed the maximum permitted

stencilled on the side of the tray.

d. Vehicle Cabin

Operators are to ensure that vehicle cabins remain clean and free of oils and loose objects.

Any spillage within the cabin must be cleaned up immediately and materials disposed of

correctly.

e. Pedestrian Safety In and Around Track Vehicles

Persons working in close proximity to track vehicles must not walk behind the vehicle at

any time unless the operator has been clearly made aware of their presence.



7. IDENTIFYING WORKSITE LOCATION -

a. Planning works

The Road Rail Vehicle Operator when planning to undertake a Track Inspection must

ensure that where location is required for the on and off tracking of Road Rail Vehicles

this point will be within the boundary of the proposed Track Permission .

The Road Rail Vehicle Operator prior to requesting Track Permission from the Train

Controller or Signaller will identify the on tracking location by using the four following

location descriptors:

the station/ section name (e.g.: Moriac Block Point – Warncoort Loop ), and

the track name (Single Line – No1 Road – No2 Road ), and

the kilometre point of the on tracking location

(“Moriac Block Point – Warncoort Loop section at KP 100.600”),

And one of the following:

points number (either ‘at’ or ‘between 2 of’ e.g.: “at 7 points Warncoort Loop ” or

“between 9 and 25 Points Shepparton ”)

Signal number/ Block Limit Board name either (‘on the approach side of’ on the

departure side of’ or ‘between 2 signals/Block Limit Boards’. E.g.: on the Down side

of Up Location Board for Moriac Block Point or between Signals SHP 28 and U

1868

The Signaller/Train Controller must verify that

The location has been understood by repeating the information back to the Road Rail

Vehicle Operator

Ensure that the requested portion of running line is clear of rail traffic.

Ensure the requested boundaries do not overlap with fixed signals at a controlled

location



b. Confirming Worksite Locations

There are a number of methods available to confirm a worksite location.

Only ONE of these methods is required for the confirmation process and will be used by

mutual agreement between the Signaller/Train Controller and the Road Rail Vehicle

Operator.

Using an aspect change on a fixed signal

Using an aspect change is where the Road Rail Vehicle Operator goes to the nearest

signal that gives access to the worksite and tells the Signaller the signal number and

aspect (colour of the light) showing.

The Signaller then alters the signal aspect and the Road Rail Vehicle Operator reports

again the aspect of the signal.

The Signaller then applies blocking facilities and confirms with the Road Rail Vehicle

Operator that the signal aspect has changed to STOP.

Using points

Using Points is generally used when the location is at/on a set of dual controlled points.

The Road Rail Vehicle Operator goes to the points at the location and advises the

Signaller/TC the Station name and point’s number and the position of the points.

The Signaller then operates the points and if the points move the Road Rail Vehicle

Operator confirms that station name, point’s number and the new position of the points.

Second person confirmation

Using a Second person confirmation is where a second worker at the worksite listens to

the four descriptors used when the Road Rail Vehicle Operator identifies the worksite

location to the Train Controller/ Signaller and then listens to the Train Controller/

Signaller repeat this information back to the Road Rail Vehicle Operator

This ensures that the Train Controller/ Signaller have correctly heard the location

identification.

Use of passing rail traffic

Use of passing rail traffic is where the worker can use the rail traffic identification

number from a passing or stationary train that is in service.

The Road Rail Vehicle Operator advises the leading locomotive ID number of the passing

train to the Train Controller/ Signaller and the Train Controller/ Signaller confirms the

consist of the passing rail traffic at that location.

Use of a Level Crossing



Use of a Level Crossing is where the Road Rail Vehicle Operator goes to the nearest

Level Crossing and advises of the Signal ID number or kilometre distance that is present

on the back of the Level Crossing signage.

This is then cross-checked by the Train Controller/ Signaller against the V/Line Level

Crossing information found on the Network Services site of the V/Line intranet.



8. REQUESTING ON TRACK PERMISSION

a. Prior to requesting on Track Permission

The Road Rail Vehicle Operator prior to requesting on track permission shall

Conduct vehicle pre-start checks

Undertake a radio check.

Obtain current train running information

Check the watch is correct.

Ensure loads carried are within the capacity of the vehicle, are evenly distributed and

properly secure within the gauge.

Turn on flashing amber light (on

double track leave on only at level crossings)

Turn on headlight to high beam (Switch

to low beam to acknowledge oncoming trains)

Check safety locks on rail gear is unlocked

b. Requesting Permission

If communications are not available, you must not on-track.

Call Train Controller/Signaller for permission using the communication protocol

described by SAPR-78 and as described below.

Identify yourself and your location following Rule 7 – Identifying Worksite Location.

If advised to follow a train in the same section, call train control after you have

actually sighted the end of the complete train and confirmed the leading locomotive

number

I’ve seen train number 1234 and locomotive number 5678 pass complete

Request permission using the following communication protocol:

Example 1: “Hi-Rail Number 1234 Requesting permission to travel in the Down

Direction on the Down Track From Kilmore East at km post 63.5 To Broadford at

signal post 7 from 1400 to 1430 for 30 minutes.”

Example 2: “Hi-Rail Number 1234 Requesting permission to travel in the Up

Direction in the train order single line section Echuca-North Bendigo from km post

189.954 to signal BDG36 at North Bendigo from 14:00 to 15:00 for 60 minutes.”

Also if applicable: “I am leading a convoy of 3 vehicles, 1234, 4567, and 6789.”



c. Granting of Track Permission

Train controller/signaller reads back and states permission granted or refused and

giving his/her name and next train due in the section.

They may also give extra instructions, e.g. call back when passing through a certain

loop, block point, signal or clear of points.

Record all details in the road rail permission book. If permission is refused, cross out

form or write cancelled.

Read back the permission starting with “I have been granted permission …etc.”

including any additional instructions.

Train controller/signaller will confirm ok or will correct.

d. On Tracking of the Road Rail Vehicle

On–track only at level crossings or prepared take-offs.

Be aware of train running info on any adjacent lines and avoid on-tracking when a

train is due.

Choose entry direction to avoid fouling adjacent lines

For large vehicles, use a spotter to ensure rail wheels are properly aligned and use

reverse parallel parking method to lower rear rail wheels first. Where practical, on

track within station limits after conferring with the Signaller.

Note that level crossings activated by axle counters are marked with an AXC sticker.

Follow Section 34 Operating Procedure 133 to reset and to avoid long activation

times.

e. Operating on track

Travel on double lines in the same direction as trains.

Match speed to conditions

Check points are lying correctly for the movement.

Points must be left lying as found.

The amber flashing light must remain on except on double track.

On double track turn on amber light only when traversing crossings or when stopping

on track to conduct inspections.

In convoys, match separation distance to conditions (at least 100 m in dry, and 200 m

at reduced speed when wet, slippery or downhill)



Time of Permission expired

If not at destination within permitted time, off track or call Train Control/Signaller

(and Track Force Protection Co-ordinator) for a Time extension. Record your

location.

Off–track only at level crossings or prepared take-offs

Drive well clear of the track (at least 3 m). Choose exit direction to avoid fouling an

adjacent track.

Turn off flashing amber light.

Call Track Force Protection Co-ordinator (if under track warrant) and Train

Control/Signaller. State your name, hi-rail number, “off track and clear” and your

location.

Check safety locks are engaged prior to prolong driving off track.

General Precautions

Familiarise yourself with train running information on all tracks.

Confirm with train control any late or early running trains or special trains that may

be running.

On parallel lines or double lines, after conferring with the signaller or train controller

ensure you have a clear understanding of which line and in which direction the

vehicle is permitted to travel.

Be cautious of road users and pedestrians at level crossings, their behaviour can be

difficult to predict.

Be aware that debris may be placed on track by vandals.

Use firm hand holds and take care on uneven ground when getting on or off the

vehicle, particularly trucks.

Beware of adjacent tracks especially when accessing side doors and storage. Keep

doors closed next to adjacent tracks.

Stand ahead of the vehicle in clear view of the train driver when out of the vehicle

and a train is passing,

Ensure vehicle is adequately secured and handbrake applied when getting out of the

vehicle.



9. CONDUCTING TRACK INSPECTIONS WHERE ABSOLUTE

OCCUPATIONS OR TRACK WARRANTS ARE IN FORCE

The following will apply when a Road /Rail Vehicle conducting Track Inspections

requires to operate on a Running Line that has been placed under the cover of an

Absolute Occupation, Track Warrant or a Corridor that has been Booked Out as

described on a Separately Issued Train Operations Notice

a. Corridors where Absolute Occupation or Track Warrant in force

1. The Train Controller when receiving a request from the Road/Rail Vehicle operator for

Track Permission to conduct a Track Inspection in a Section when an Absolute

Occupation or Track Warrant is in force; will advise the Road/Rail Vehicle operator

that

The portion of line requested is under the cover of an Absolute Occupation or

Track Warrant.

Contact details of the Track Force Protection Co ordinator holding the Absolute

Occupation or Track Warrant

2. The Road Rail Operator will then contact the Track Force Protection Co ordinator and

Advise of the portion of line and the time limits for which the Track inspection is

proposed

Request permission for the operation of the Road/ Rail Vehicle within the area of

the Absolute Occupation or Track Warrant.

3. If the permission can be granted the Track Force Protection Co ordinator will advise

the Road/Rail Vehicle Operator of the portion of the line and time period of which

permission is granted and record that permission on the Absolute Occupation Order or

Track Warrant including the contact details of the Road/Rail Operator.

The Track Force Protection Co ordinator will also advise the Road / Rail Operator details

of any permit to foul the line that impact on the requested permission

4. The Road/Rail Vehicle Operator will record the details of the permission granted in the

Track Permission Book including the contact details of the Track Force Protection Co

ordinator and the Circular number of the Absolute Occupation or the number of the

Track Warrant and detail of any permit to foul the line.

5. The Road/Rail Vehicle Operator will advise the Train Controller of the permission

granted by the Track Force Protection Co ordinator, the Train Controller will record

that information on the Train Graph.

6. If the Road/Rail Vehicle Operator requires to extend or alter the permission granted for

the portion of line under cover of the Absolute Occupation or Track Warrant clause 2

through to 5 as above are to be complied with



b. Track Inspection Completed

1. When the Road/Rail Vehicle is clear of the portion of line for which the permission is

granted the Operator is to advise

The Track Force Protection Co ordinator whom will endorse the Absolute

Occupation Order or Track Warrant

The Train Controller whom will endorse the Train Control Graph.

2. When the Absolute Occupation or Track Warrant is to be returned the Track Force

Protection Co ordinator is to ensure all on track machinery including Road/Rail

Vehicles undertaken Track Inspections have reported clear prior to the return for the

Absolute Occupation or Track Warrant.

3. The Train Controller on receipt of the return of the Absolute Occupation or Track

Warrant will review the Train Graph to ensure that advice of Road/Rail Vehicle

undertaking Track Inspections have been reported clear of the Running Line.

c. Rail Corridors Booked Out

When a portion of a Rail Corridor has been booked out of service as advised through the

issue of a Train Operations Notice the following will apply prior to the operation of any

Road/Rail Vehicle

1. The Train Controller when receiving a request from the Road/Rail Vehicle operator for

Track Permission to conduct any on track activity in a Section that has been booked out ;

will advise the Road/Rail Vehicle operator the Contact details of the Authorised person

for that line section as advised on the Train Operations Notice

2. The Road/Rail Operator will then contact the Authorised person and

Advise of the portion of line and the time limits for which the on track activity is

proposed

Request permission for the operation of the Road/ Rail Vehicle within that corridor

3. If the permission can be granted the Authorised person will advise the Road/Rail

Vehicle Operator of the portion of the line and time period of which permission is

granted and record that permission including the contact details of the Road/Rail

Operator.

The Authorised person will also advise the Road / Rail Operator details of any activities or

conditions that impact on the requested permission

4. The Road/Rail Vehicle Operator will record the details of the permission granted in the

Track Permission Book including the contact details of the Authorised person and the

number of the Train Operations Notice for that portion of line.



5. The Road/Rail Vehicle Operator will advise the Train Controller of the permission

granted by the Authorised person, the Train Controller will record that information on

the Train Graph.

6. If the Road/Rail Vehicle Operator requires to extend or alter the permission granted for

the portion of line clause 2 through to 5 as above are to be complied with

d. Track Inspection Completed

When the Road/Rail Vehicle is clear of the portion of line for which the permission is

granted the Operator is to advise

The Authorised person whom will record the advice

The Train Controller whom will endorse the Train Control Graph.

10. SPEED RESTRICTIONS

Road Rail Vehicles must travel at speeds that are safe and suit the prevailing conditions.

Speeds must allow the vehicle to stop within the distance the operator has clear vision

ahead to avoid a collision.

Reduce speed (especially in convoy) for:

wet or icy conditions, particularly when dewy or misty,

downhill gradient,

contaminated rail (oil, grease, leaves), or poor rail head condition.

The vehicle speed must not exceed:

60 km/h on welded track, 40 km/h on jointed track or a lower limit in the Network

Service Plan - Train Operating Data (Class Of Locomotive And Permitted Speeds), and

10 km/h when running through tunnels, over level crossings, over bridges, over points

and crossings, around curves and at places where good visibility cannot be obtained, and

The maximum speed displayed on the track vehicle, and

Any permanent or temporary speed restriction in force, and

Other speed restrictions in the Rules (e.g. passing automatic signals at stop - Rule 1

Section 3), and

Any lesser speed determined by the Track Supervisor.

When there is no rail max speed displayed on the vehicle, the vehicle must not exceed 20

km/h.

WOLO speed restrictions do not apply to Road Rail Vehicles but the Road Rail Vehicle

Operators must be prepared to stop for obstructions.



11. CARRYING MATERIALS AND LOADING CAPACITY

Operators are to ensure that loads carried by the vehicles are within the capacity of the

vehicle and the rail guidance system. Overloading can lead to structural failure and

derailment.

Loads are to be evenly distributed on the track vehicle ensuring, whenever possible, that

equal loads are carried on each axle.

All loads on track vehicles shall be securely tied to prevent accidents.

Whenever possible, loads are to be covered and tied down to avoid spillage or loss of

load.

If materials from the load are lost, the operator is responsible for the immediate clean-up

of the area and correct disposal of damaged goods.

12. TOWING SPEEDS

The towing speed for track vehicles with compatible brakes (i.e. when the brakes for both

vehicles are operated from the leading vehicle) must not exceed the maximum allowable

speed of the slower rated vehicle.

The towing speed for track vehicles with non-compatible brakes must not exceed half the

maximum allowable speed of the towing vehicle, provided that this does not exceed the

maximum allowable speed of the vehicle being towed.

If a track vehicle is being propelled from a section, the maximum speed must not exceed

10kph.

In an emergency situation when the normal towing conditions cannot be met, the operator in

charge of the disabled track vehicle may issue instructions for the disabled track vehicle to

be towed out of the section at a maximum speed of 10kph, provided that the operator has

ensured that it is safe to do so.

13. USE OF VEHICLE LIGHTS

Track vehicles are to be fitted with an orange flashing light.

Within a defined worksite the orange flashing light must remain on at all times.

Pre-start checks must ensure orange flashing light and all other auxiliary lights such as brake

and reverse lights are operational.

Blue Flashing Beacon

Where a blue flashing is fitted, it is intended to be used by the operator to warn others that a

hazard exists or conditions on track have changed e.g. slippery track due to oil on track, ice,

mud or any other situation that requires greater vigilance than normal. All other operators

will adjust travel / work accordingly.



14. OPERATION AT NIGHT

Road rail vehicles with lighting verified as complying with AS 7531.4 will be permitted

to operate during hours of darkness.

Accordingly Section 30 Rule 3 (h) and (i) will not apply.

15. APPROACHING A LEVEL CROSSING OR STATION

Road Rail Vehicles must give way to road traffic at level crossings.

When an RRV approaches a road or level crossing or a station, the operator must reduce

the speed of their vehicle so as to avoid any possibility of a collision.

Once the operator is satisfied that the road or pedestrian crossing is clear and that any

approaching road or pedestrian traffic has come to a complete halt, and it is safe to

proceed, the track vehicle must pass over the level crossing at a safe speed (Maximum 10

km/h Section 30 Rule 3(g)).

If an operator considers the road or pedestrian level crossing unsafe to cross then the

operator may apply the level crossing test switch in order to activate the level crossing or

require assistance from a hand signaller.

Ensure orange flashing light is on when approaching and traversing a level crossing.

16. SECURING VEHICLE

When off-tracked or not in use the vehicle must be placed clear of the running line, the

handbrake applied and the vehicle locked to prevent theft.

Theft of a road rail vehicle could potentially result in serious consequences if an

unqualified person uses it to enter the rail corridor.

17. AXLE COUNTERS

Axle counter activated level crossings where local reset functions are provided are

marked with an AXC sign on the Level Crossing equipment box and on the rear of the

road signage.

Operation of the local Axle Counter Reset equipment is described in V/Line Section 34

Operating Procedure 133 for the reset the axle counters at these locations to avoid long

activation times.

Specific Procedures for the operation of Axle Counter Equipment between Traralgon and

Bairnsdale is described in Section 34 – 130F



18. OPERATING ROAD RAIL VEHICLES IN CONVOY

The qualified employee (TVO 2) in charge must be in the leading vehicle and advise the

train controller the number and type of each vehicle

A qualified person in the rear vehicle must notify the employee in charge when the last

vehicle in the convoy has passed each controlled signal.

When two or more Road Rail Vehicles are operating in convoy, they must:

be placed on the line at the same time, where possible,

enter a section or an area of Station Limits as close together as possible, and

be removed from the line at the same time.

Operators are to use two-way radios to maintain contact with each other, during travel.

a. Permission for Convoys or Multiple Vehicles

More than one vehicle may travel in the same section of running line at the same time.

If travelling in convoy or in contact, i.e. towing or pushing, one permission will suffice

for all vehicles in that convoy, but the Signaller granting permission must be informed of

the number of vehicles and when reporting in at the end of the journey when all vehicles

have arrived.

If not travelling in convoy separate permission must be obtained for each vehicle.

If a request for permission for another vehicle is received during the time allocated to a

previous vehicle the person seeking the permission is to be advised of the previous

vehicle.

Prior to granting the permission for the additional vehicle, the Person in Charge of the

vehicle with prior permission is to be contacted and advised of the proposed additional

permission.

If the vehicle with prior permission cannot be contacted, permission for the additional

vehicle must not be given until the vehicles travelling under permission granted are

reported clear of the running line.



b. Maintaining a safe distance

Road Rail Vehicles operating in convoy must travel at a safe enough braking distance

apart to avoid colliding and no closer than:

100 metres in dry conditions (Section 30 Rule 2(g)

At least 200 metres or longer and at a reduced speed in poor braking conditions such

as wet, slippery track or downhill gradient. At least 500 metres in all conditions when

any RRV is travelling in convoy behind a Rail Flaw Detector Car.

A safe braking distance is the distance it will take a Road Rail Vehicle to come to a stop

if the vehicle ahead suddenly stops.

Allow a much greater braking distance in icy or wet conditions (especially when

misty/dewy), on downhill gradient, when loaded, towing a trailer, or when there are

contaminants on the rail head such as oil, leaves or millipedes.

When travelling in convoy, each operator must keep the vehicle ahead in view, provided

that this does not compromise safety.

The operator in the leading Road Rail Vehicle is responsible for advising the other

operators in the convoy of:

any work site which the operators are approaching,

any hazardous conditions the operators are approaching, and

whenever the leading vehicle is about to slow down or stop.

If communication is lost, all vehicles must slow down and proceed with caution until

contact is re-established.

The qualified employee on the rear vehicle of the convoy will be responsible for:

reporting to the signaller or train controller when all track vehicles in the convoy are

removed from the line or have arrived within the protection of a home signal within

an interlocking, and

passing on any information or warnings obtained from the signaller or train controller

to the other operators in the convoy.



c. Road Rail Vehicle and Rail Flaw Detector Car

The operation of the Rail Flaw Detector car and RRV in convoy will be notified by

Circular.

A Competent Employee qualified as “On Track Machine Competent Employee” must

accompany the Rail Flaw Detector car.

The operation of the Rail Flaw Detector car and Road Rail Vehicle in convoy must be

conducted under the cover of a Track Warrant or Absolute Occupation.

The requirement for any RRV following the Rail Flaw Detector Car to maintain the

minimum distance as described above must be noted on the pre-start brief and must be

signed by both the operator of the Rail Flaw Detector Car, as well as the operator of any

following vehicle(s).



19. OVERHEAD LINE SAFETY AND WORKING AT HEIGHTS

Overhead Line Safety

Train overhead traction wire in the Metropolitan area is dangerous if contacted by a

person accessing the roof of a vehicle or by machinery working in the vicinity. Storage

of vehicles in sidings shall consider overhead wire if and when required to lift, load and

transport vehicles by road. Persons must not be within 2 metres of live overhead wire

(MTM High voltage Rules - “PTC Train Infrastructure Electrical Safety Rules 1997”,

Section 3).

RRVs required to work under or in the vicinity of Overhead Line Equipment shall

comply with the requirements of NIST-2831 - Road Rail Vehicle Standard, clause 5.5.1

and 5.5.2.

All V/Line RRL tracks between Southern Cross Station and Sunshine are considered to

be in the vicinity of OLE.

The minimum clearance distances described in SAPR-73 Excavation, Trenching and

Overhead Services Management, Appendix 1 are to be maintained at all times when

working under or in the vicinity of Overhead Line Equipment.

20. GAUGE

Vehicles operating on the running line must remain within the rolling stock static outline

as referenced in the V/Line Network Service Plan.

A safe system of work must be developed for operation of vehicles within a worksite that

may exceed the static outline in both travel mode or work mode, to ensure clearance with

infrastructure, other rail borne plant or trains on adjacent lines.

Road Rail Vehicle Speeds with rubber tyres on track must be reduced at track areas fitted

with check or guard rails, such as points, crossings, bridges and level crossings to avoid

derailment.



21. RUNAWAY POTENTIAL DURING ON AND OFF TRACKING

When on and off tracking Road Rail Vehicles, at least one braked axle shall be in contact

with the ground, rail head or rail wheel, unless the rail wheels are braked.

This requirement also applies when using emergency hand pumps.

Friction drives (raised rubber tyre acting on the rail wheel or spool) are not permitted

unless the rail wheels are fitted with independent brakes.

Hydraulic drives shall not be used as a park brake. Hydraulic system must be adequately

designed and maintained to avoid brake failure.

For vehicles that do not have road wheels on rail the hydraulic system must be

interlocked such that at least one braked axle shall be in contact with the rail at all times

when raising or lowering the rail guidance equipment.

Refer to the NIST-2831 RRV Engineering Standard for further details.



22. DISABLED VEHICLE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

a. Emergency Services

A list of all emergency contact numbers and addresses must be available.

b. Disabled vehicle

When a track vehicle breaks down and is unable to be moved or removed from the

running line:

Call Train Control immediately by radio (Section 30, Rule 3c).

Use local radio to contact trains in the area, if practical.

Protect the vehicle in accordance with the applicable Safeworking system (Section 13,

Rule 1). Protect any adjacent line immediately if the vehicle fouls and obstructs an

adjacent line.

Make arrangements to have the vehicle repaired and/or removed as soon as possible.

Refer to the vehicle manual to manually raise the rail gear using the hand pump.

When raised secure the rail gear with latch locks.

The vehicle may be towed by another track vehicle or locomotive using the tow bar

(and auto-coupler adapter) carried in each vehicle. Speed restrictions and towing mass

limits apply.

The breakdown must be immediately reported to the responsible Maintenance/ Site

Supervisor who is to arrange to have a mechanic attend to the vehicle.

If the vehicle cannot be repaired on site and must be towed, another track vehicle can be

used. There must be an operator in each vehicle when under tow and the weight of the

vehicle being towed must not exceed the weight of the towing vehicle.

An emergency tow bar (and auto watch coupler adapter) is provided in each vehicle. This

will enable the vehicle to be towed or pushed to the nearest level crossing or take off by

another track vehicle or locomotive. The operator of the towing vehicle must inspect the

towing equipment before commencing the movement in order to ensure that all

equipment is at the correct rating and in safe working order.

c. Emergency Removal of Vehicle from the Running Line

If in an emergency it is necessary to off-track away from a level crossing or prepared

take-off:

Raise the road rail gear

Engage four-wheel drive and drive off as gently as possible

Do not attempt to re-rail except at a level crossing or prepared take off.



d. Defective Hydraulic System

Refer to the vehicle manual to manually raise the rail gear. When raised secure the rail

gear with latch locks.

If the rail gear cannot be raised due to a defective hydraulic system, release the circlip on

the hydraulic cylinder clevis pin on the rail gear and knock the pin out.

This releases the rail gear which can be levered out from the over Centre position and

raised using the spanner supplied.

e. Collision or Derailment or Other Incident

When a track vehicle is involved in a collision, derailment or other incident:

seek medical assistance for the injured persons immediately, and

notify train control if there is a risk of escalation

Emergency Radio Protocol (Refer SAPR-78)

Press Emergency Call button on radio. State “Emergency, Emergency,

Emergency”

Where the vehicle has been damaged or a person has been injured the operator must

report the incident in accordance with the ‘Incident Management’ section of the Project

Execution Plan and/or applicable Health, Safety and Environment Plan or SAPR-33

Incident Reporting & Preliminary Investigation.

The incident site must not be disturbed until investigators or an authorised officer releases

the area.

The site may only be disturbed to assist the injured or ensure safety as described in

SAPR-33 and in accordance with Vic Rail Safety Regulation 46.

In all cases, the matter must be reported to the relevant Maintenance Supervisor, Project

Manager and Manager Track and Civil. When road/ rail vehicle has been involved in a

collision or derailment, it must be examined by a qualified mechanic or plant engineer

and certified as safe and fit for travel before being allowed to return to rail operations.

f. Flood, Fire, Obstructions on Track

Road Rail Vehicles should not be operated by a lone worker in response to an emergency.

NIMG-2760 Fire Prevention Management Information describes the actions to take if

there is a fire on or near the rail reserve.

Under no circumstances are V/Line personnel to place themselves or any V/Line

equipment at undue risk in an attempt to extinguish or control a fire on the rail reserve or

threatening any rail property.



23. REQUIREMENTS FOR RRVS ON THE OPEN RUNNING LINE

Traversing the running line using light or heavy rigid vehicles for tasks such as track

inspections, light work, rail flaw detection and weed spraying

Track Occupancy will be under Road/rail permission or Track Warrant.

On the open running line third party Road Rail Vehicle operators must be supervised by a

TVO2 qualified V/Line employee with appropriate route knowledge.

Additional operating requirements apply when operating on the open running line

including:

Route knowledge certification on multiple track areas

Use of lighting

Additional vehicle requirements apply when operating on the open running line as

defined in NIST-2831 V/Line Road Rail Vehicle Standard including:

Train to base radio

Vigilance controller

Compliance with AS 7531.4 Railway Rolling Stock - Lighting & Rolling Stock

Visibility - Part 4 – Infrastructure for operations in darkness.

Track Inspections utilising Road Rail Vehicles during hours of Darkness

Road Rail vehicles with lighting verified as complying with AS 7531.4 will be permitted

to operate during hours of darkness for Track Patrol Inspections.

Accordingly Section 30 Procedure 3 Clause (h) and (i) will not apply.



24. TRACK INSPECTIONS UTILISING ROAD RAIL VEHICLES ON

SPECIFIED SECTIONS OF THE NETWORK

The operation of Road Rail Vehicles being utilised for Track Patrol Inspections will not

be permitted to operate on the following listed portions of the V Line Network unless

under the cover of an Absolute Occupation or where authorised by the issue of a Track

Warrant in accordance with Section 34 – 135 No 21 .

Corridor Track Type

Safeworking System

Up Boundary Down

Boundary

Craigieburn to

Seymour

Up and Down Lines

Double Line Block

Craigieburn

Up Line - KP 29.816

Dn Line - KP 29.706

Seymour

Signal 4

Dysart

Pakenham to

Traralgon

Parallel Single Lines

Automatic and Track

Control

Pakenham

South Line KP 60.835

North Line KP 60.835

Traralgon

TRG 26

Southern Cross

to Deer Park

West Junction

Up and Down Lines

Automatic Block

Signalling

Southern Cross

Station

Deer Park

West

DPW 726

Deer Park

Junction

Manor

Junction

Up and Down Lines

Automatic Block

Signalling

Deer Park Junction Manor

Junction

Bungaree West

Wendouree


Automatic and Track

Control

Train Order

Bungaree West

Signal BGL 728

Wendouree

Post 108

Warrenheip

Loop to

Ballarat East


Automatic and Track

Control Train Order

Warrenheip Loop

Up end fouling point

Ballarat East

Humffray St

Level Crossing

KP 113.120

Werribee to

Marshall


Automatic and Track

Control Track Block –

Train Order

Werribee

West Line KP 34.430

East Line KP 34.430

Waurn Ponds

WPD 28

Sunbury to

North Bendigo

Junction


Automatic and Track

Control

Sunbury

West Line KP 40.178

East Line KP 40.178

Bendigo

Williamson St

Level Crossing

KP 162.572

Where Track Patrol inspections utilising Road Rail Vehicles are to be conducted on

Double Lines or where there are parallel Single Lines an Absolute Occupation or Track

Warrant are to be held for both lines.

Track Inspections utilising Road Rail Vehicles on non-specified sections of the Network

On all other lines not listed above, Track Patrol Inspections utilising a Road Rail Vehicle

are permitted to operate in accordance with the instructions for Track Permission,

contained in Section 30 of the Book of Rules and Operating Procedures providing the

vehicle is accompanied by a qualified TVO2 employee.



25. WEED SPRAYING OPERATIONS

The operation of Road Rail Vehicles being utilised for Weed Spraying Operations will be

permitted on the following listed portions of the V Line Network subject to the following

restrictions

Corridor Track Type

Safeworking System

Up Boundary Down

Boundary

Craigieburn to

Seymour

Up and Down Lines

Double Line Block

Craigieburn

Up Line - KP 29.816

Dn Line - KP 29.706

Seymour

Signal Post 4

Dysart

Pakenham to

Traralgon


Automatic and Track

Control

Pakenham

South Line KP 60.835

North Line KP 60.835

Traralgon –

Signal TRG 26

Southern Cross

Deer Park

West Junction

Up and Down Lines

Automatic Block

Signalling

Southern Cross

Station

Deer Park

West Signal

DPW 726

Deer Park

Junction

Manor

Junction

Up and Down Lines

Automatic Block

Signalling

Deer Park Junction Manor

Junction

Deer Park

West

Wendouree


Automatic and Track

Control

Deer Park West

Signal DPW 726

Wendouree

Signal 108

Warrenheip

Loop to

Ballarat East


Automatic and Track

Control Train Order

Warrenheip Loop

Up end fouling point

Ballarat East

Humffray St

Level Crossing

KP 113.120

Werribee to

Waurn Ponds


Automatic and Track

Control Track Block –

Train Order

Werribee

West Line- KP 34.430

East Line KP 34.430

Waurn Ponds

WPD 28

Sunbury to

North Bendigo

Junction


Automatic and Track

Control

Sunbury

West Line KP 40.178

East Line -KP 40.178

North Bendigo

Signal BDG 34

Signal BDG 36

a. Track Protection for Weed Spraying Operations

Operation of the Road Rail Vehicles for Weed Spraying Operations will be conducted

under the cover of an Absolute Occupation as issued on an SWO Circular

Where Weed Spraying operations utilising Road Rail Vehicles are to be conducted on

Double Lines or where there are parallel Single Lines the Absolute Occupation is to

include both lines.

Prior to the commencement of the Weed Spraying operations, Absolute Occupations for

both lines must be in force.

When permission is granted to operate under the cover of the Absolute Occupation the

Train Controller is to be advised of the details of that permission.



b. Track Warrant

When application for an Absolute Occupation cannot be made due to local conditions, the

Weed Spraying Operations can be undertaken under the cover of a Track Warrant where

authorised in accordance with Section 34 – 135 No 21

Where the Weed Spraying operations utilising Road Rail Vehicles are to be conducted

where there are parallel Single Lines, Track Warrants are to be held for both lines.

When permission is granted to operate under the cover of a Track Warrant the Train

Controller is to be advised of the details of that permission.

c. Supervision of the Road Rail Operations

The on track operation of the Road Rail vehicle except where specifically authorised by

the V/Line Track and Civil Maintenance Manager, will be under the direct Supervision

of a V Line employee who is the holder of a current TVO 2 qualification for the

Operation of a Road Rail Vehicle

The V Line Employee when required to be in attendance; must accompany the Road Rail

Vehicle at all times while on track.

The Operator of the Road Rail Vehicle will be required to endorse the Absolute

Occupation or Track Warrant

d. Road Rail Weed Spraying Operations on Non Specified Sections of the Network

On all other lines not listed in this Procedure, the Weed Spray Road Rail Vehicle is

permitted to operate in accordance with the instructions for Track Permission, contained

in Section 30 of the Book of Rules and Operating Procedures providing the vehicle is

accompanied by a qualified TVO2 V/Line employee, except where specifically

authorised by the V/Line Track and Civil Maintenance Manager.

The V Line Employee when required to be in attendance; must accompany the Road Rail

Vehicle at all times while on track.

_____________________________



26. QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCY ON THE RUNNING LINE

Relevant qualifications must be carried at all times. (See also Section 30, Rule 2b). All

Road Rail Vehicle Operators must have passed a current Category 1 medical assessment.

On the running line the Road Rail Vehicle Operator must:

Hold a TVO 2 Qualification – Road Rail Vehicles

Be competent in operation of the vehicle and safety equipment

(including train radio)

Be in possession of a current driver’s licence

Be familiar with the area to be travelled and in multiple track area

Be certified in route knowledge for that area.

Evidence of competence may be demonstrated if a person has been successfully assessed against the

national competency units TLIC3045A Operate road/rail vehicle and TLIC3055A Access rail track to travel

track vehicle under occupancy authority (TVO).

27. REGIONAL FAST RAIL CORRIDOR

On the defined Regional Fast Rail and Regional Rail Link Corridors, Track Warrants

may only be issued after the passage of the last passenger train/s on the portion of line for

which the Track Warrant is required until twenty (20) minutes before the passage of the

first passenger train/s on the occupied line.

Special authorisation may be given by the General Manager Network Services for Track

Warrants to be issued outside these times or in case of urgent repairs to the infrastructure

The circular also includes additional requirements for protection if signalling or point blocking

requires to be lifted during the period of the track warrant.

Section 36 Rule 13 and Rule 10.1 specify minimum requirements for route knowledge

qualification including axle counters reset procedures.



28. TRAIN TO BASE RADIO AND PHONE COMMUNICATIONS

For the operation of Road Rail Vehicles on an Open Running Line the Road Rail Vehicle

Operator must have attended a training course and be thoroughly familiar with the use of

the train to base radio.

Radio and phone communications must be conducted as described in SAPR-78.

Whilst on duty the radio must be left on with sufficient volume to be readily audible.

The radio must be switched off when ceasing duty.

The radio must not be used whilst the vehicle is in motion on the road.

Road Rail Vehicles must not be on-tracked if the train to base radio is not working.

No Communications or Radio Failure

Road Rail Vehicles must not be on-tracked outside of a closed worksite if there no

communication or if the train to base radio is not working.

Section 30 Rule 13 states that if it is not possible to obtain permission from the Signaller

at either end of the section, the employee in charge of the track vehicle must phone the

Train Controller or another Signaller.

If on completing a journey or at the expiration of time, it is found that no communication

is available the vehicle must be removed from the track and every endeavour made to

contact the signaller or train controller by other means, e.g. public telephone.

Regular attempts should be made to contact train control by pressing the emergency

button on the radio.



29. VIGILANCE CONTROL SYSTEM

a. Defective Vigilance Control system

If the Vigilance Control (VC) system is faulty the vehicle must not be on-tracked.

Authorisation may be given by General Manager Compliance and Safeworking to on-

track in an emergency situation if there are two people in the vehicle.

The Vigilance Control system is intended to mitigate against driver incapacitation. The

VC system is activated when the Road/ Rail gear is initiated and remains activated until

the gear is switched off.

The system does not operate when the vehicle is on road.

The VC cycle is shown below; pressing the reset button at any time will reset the cycle to

start.

Normal operating mode 1st Warning 2

nd Warning Fuel System

System may be reset to

Normal operating cycle via

reset button throughout 1st

and 2nd

warning phases

Red flashing light

activated (plus

buzzer sounds on

pre 2006 units)

Air horn

sounds.

Engine

shutdown –

requires ignition

off to reset.

90 seconds duration 15secs 10secs

In order to reduce unnecessary V.C Unit activation, units fitted to:

Road/ Rail vehicles and On Track Maintenance machines activate only when the

vehicle is operated above 4 km/hr.

Gang Trucks, are activated by hand brake release whenever the vehicle is on track.

b. Testing inspecting the operation of the V.C Unit

Each VC unit has a numbered seal. If the override/ bypass switch seal is found to be

broken, the unit must be tested for correct operation. Prior to end of shift the broken seal

is to be reported to the relevant Track or Civil Supervisor; or Senior Maintenance

Manager; and Plant Maintenance Supervisor.

c. Procedure for confirming faulty VC Unit

If a vehicle cannot be restarted after the system has been reset, the operator should check

if the control unit if faulty.

A red lamp on the control unit shows that it is faulty.

Arrangements must be made to have the unit repaired at the end of the shift.

Subsequently, if the engine cannot be restarted, the procedures for a disabled vehicle

must be complied with.

d. VC unit not faulty

Follow the procedures for a disabled vehicle.

e. Engine Shutdown

If the VC is faulty, the system may be bypassed by:

breaking the seal

removing the cover of the unit (screwdriver required)

setting the on-off switch to off.



30. REFERENCES

NIST-2831 RRV Engineering Standard

SAPR-78 Safety Critical Communications

Book of Rules and Operating Procedures 1994 as amended

V/Line Rules Section 34 - Operating Procedures for Specified Locations -

133. Axle Counter Operated Active Level Crossings Reset Procedure

MTM High voltage Rules - “PTC Train Infrastructure Electrical Safety Rules 1997”

SAPR-73 Excavation, Trenching and Overhead Services Management

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