A11 - Signal Box / Control Centre Operating Floor

• Document No.

• Audit Title

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Illuminated Diagram

• 1. Check the security of illuminated diagrams / panel structure and fixings

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 2. Check that the diagram / panel is adequately clean

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 3. Check the legibility of illumined diagram / panel artwork and for signs of excessive wear

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 4. Check the indications / lamps, including any with low output

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 5. Are the buttons / switches undamaged, free from wear and associated working legible?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 6. Check that the emergency release seals are intact

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

Illuminated Diagram / Panel (Interior)

• 8. Is the interior adequately clean and free from build up of debris and dust?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 7. Are all the doors / covers in place, free from damage and securely fastened?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 9. Check for signs of overheating, and that any ventilation / air conditioning is operating correctky

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 10. Are the wires / cables correctly routed, secure, and free from damage and degradation?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 11. Are the terminations free from damage and securely terminated

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 12. Check for signs of metallic dust around switches and push buttons

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 13. Examine the internal fittings and components for security (e.g. switches, push buttons, panel tiles, TD displays etc)

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 14. Check the security of block shelf structure and fixings

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 15. Check the legibility of any labels, name plates and artwork for signs of excessive wear

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 16. Check the security of equipment mounted on block shelf (e.g. block instruments, indications, block switches, bells, emergency releases etc)

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 17. Are block instruments, indicators, releases, bells and switches free from damage and adequatley clean?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 18. Check that the emergency release (paper / glass) are intact and that labels have been completeld correctly

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 19. Check that nay seals (lead) are in place and are intact

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 20. Are all the block instruments, indicators, releases, bells and switches covers in place and securely fastened?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 21. Check the interior mechanisms of block shelf mounted equipment, for signs of wear and damage to internal componets

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 23. Are the wires correctly routed, not trapped, secure and free from damage and degradation?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 22. Are the interiors adequately clean and free from build up of debris and dust?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 24. Are the terminations free from damage and securely terminated?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 25. Are all the block shelf doors / covers in place, free from damage and securely fastened?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 26. Is the interior of block shelf adequately clean and free from build up of debris and dust?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 27. Are the block shelf wires / cables correctly routed, secure, and free from damage and degradation

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 28. Are the block shelf terminations free from damage and securely terminated?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

VDU / DISPLAYS

• 29. Check monitor(s) and any associated keyboard(s) for cleanliness and it is free from damage

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 30. Check the display and artwork for legibility and if applicable picture quaility

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 31. Where applicable check that image is not excessively burnt out on to the screen

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 32. Are the wires / cables correctly routed, not trapped, secure and free from damage and degradation?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 33. Is the general level of cleanliness adequate?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

Level Frame and Associated Components

• 34. Is the lever frame, levers and associated fittings correctly?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 35. Are the lever names and pull plates intact and is all wording legible?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 36. Are the levers free from signs of fatigue or fracture?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 37. Are the catch handles, catch handle pins and catch rod fittings secure and free from wear?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 38. Check the correct installation and security of all split pins associated with lever frame components / fittings

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 39. Are the catch blocks and quadrants free from excessive wear and chamfering?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 40. Are the level contact boxes securely fitted, all lids in place and secure?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 41. Are any wires associated with lever frame components / fittings correctly routed, secure, and free from damage and degradation?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 42. Is the general level of cleanliness adequate?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 43. Check the operation of lever(s) for smooth operation, checking that excessive force is not required to operate equipment associated with lever

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 44. Carry out the function test on Welwyn rotary type release

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 45. Carry out function test on (Paper and Glass type) emergency release

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 46. Test operation of any audible alarms (e.g First Filament, level Crossing, Power Suppliers etc)

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 47. Check the correct operation of block bell(s)

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 49. Check operation of any needle type (Spagnoletti) indicators. Observe for smooth operation throughout and for signs of needle overdrive

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 48. Check the correct operation of block instruments(s)

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 50. Check the operation of level crossing control indications

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 51. Check H.A.B.D indications

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 52. Check operation of remote control override systems

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

Additional Maintenance Issues

• 53. Check rectification work arising from failures, defect reports or SIN actions have been completed

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 54. Check that defects identified in this inspection are recorded with correct prioritisation rating within the defect management system. Take appropriate action as required

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 55. Is the current maintenance periodicity appropriate for the condition of the equipment and the environment it operates within?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

• 56. Does the current renewal /refurbishment proposals align with maintenance arrangements to provide an acceptable level of risk to operational safety?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

Additional Installation Issues

• 57. Is the equipment and fittings installed in accordance with the relevant BR-SM series of drawings / Signal Installation Handbook requirements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 58. Where cables / internal wiring is used, is it:

• 58. A) To specification (PVC / PCP conflict)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 58. B) Suitably protected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 58. C) Correctly labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 58. D) Crimp /connections correct and tight?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 59 .Is relevant documentation for the work available e.g. insulation test sheets, test logs, etc?

  Checked

  Deficiency Found

  Not Checked

  N/A

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