LegalizeCommission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1693 of 10 August 2023 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/773 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the operation and traffic management subsystem of the rail system within the European Union (Text with EEA relevance)
This is the act as published. Later amendments are not folded into the text below: each one is a separate act in this repository and an entry in this law's history.
The driver / train preparer shall make sure that all driving desks of any non-leading traction unit, which is electrically connected to and will be remotely controlled from the leading one, are closed and remain so as long as this traction unit is remotely controlled from the leading one.
6.3. Performing shunting movements in SH
| Rolling stock has to be moved in SH. Levels 1, 2 |
6.3.1. Manual entry into SH
The driver shall select “Shunting” according to non-harmonised rules.
6.3.2. Automatic entry into SH
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall:
- (i) first ensure he/she has the correct information concerning the movement he/she is to perform;
- (ii) then acknowledge.
6.3.3. Running in SH
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.3.4. Maintain SH when changing the cab
When the shunting procedure requires the use of different cabs the driver is allowed to select “Maintain Shunting” before closing the driving desk.
6.3.5. Exit from SH
When all shunting movements to be performed in SH are finished the driver shall:
- (i) select “Exit Shunting”;
- (ii) ensure that no traction unit remains in the “Maintain Shunting” status.
6.3.6. SH not granted
| Level 2 |
When one of the following text messages is displayed:
“SH refused”
“SH request failed”
the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
The driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.3.7. Passing a defined border of a shunting area
When a shunting composition needs to pass a defined border of a shunting area the driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.4. Entering train data
| Train Data have to be entered or modified. Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
6.4.1. Entering train data during train preparation
The driver / train preparer shall enter/modify and validate all of the following train data if this data is not pre-configured on-board or received from ETCS external sources:
- (i) ETCS operational train category;
- (ii) train length;
- (iii) brake percentage;
- (iv) maximum train speed;
- (v) axle load category;
- (vi) train fitted with airtight system;
- (vii) loading gauge;
- (viii) additional data for the available STMs;
- (ix) specific data for ATO, if requested.
Before confirming train data that are pre-configured on-board or received from ETCS external sources and that are modifiable by the driver, the train preparer shall make sure the train data and the train composition match.
6.4.2. Manual change of train data
After each modification of the composition of the train and after a technical problem that leads to a change of the train data, the train preparer / driver shall:
- (i) determine the new train data;
- (ii) enter the new train data;
- (iii) validate the new train data.
6.4.3. Change of train data by ETCS external sources
When the following text message is displayed on the DMI:
“Train data changed”
if the change of train data leads to an application of the brake
When at a standstill, the driver shall:
- (i) acknowledge the brake application;
- (ii) modify and/or validate the train data if requested by the on-board system;
- (iii) take into account the modified train data.
In ETCS level 1, and in ETCS level 2 if no new MA is received, the signaller shall authorise the driver to pass the EOA (rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” – section 6.39).
in all other cases
The driver shall take into account the modified train data.
6.5. (not used)
6.6. (not used)
6.7. Entering and operating in ETCS level 0
6.7.1. Announcement
| The train is approaching an ETCS level 0 area. Levels 1, 2, NTC |
When a transition to ETCS level 0 is announced by displaying the following symbol:
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the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.7.2. Acknowledgement
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall acknowledge.
6.7.3. Running
| The train is running in an ETCS level 0 area. |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.8. Entering and operating in ETCS level 1
6.8.1. Announcement
| The train is approaching an ETCS level 1 area. Levels 0, 2, NTC |
When a transition to ETCS level 1 is announced by displaying the following symbol:
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the driver shall prepare to apply rules for ETCS level 1.
6.8.2. (not used)
6.8.3. Running
| The train is running in an ETCS level 1 area. |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall apply rules according to ETCS level 1.
6.9. Entering and operating in ETCS level 2
6.9.1. Announcement
| The train is approaching an ETCS level 2 area. Levels 0, 1, NTC |
When a transition to ETCS level 2 is announced by displaying the following symbol:
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the driver shall prepare to apply rules for ETCS level 2.
6.9.2. (not used)
6.9.3. Running
| The train is running in an ETCS level 2 area. |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall apply rules according to ETCS level 2.
When requested by the signaller to manually confirm train integrity on the DMI, the driver shall do so only at standstill and according to RU rules.
6.10. (not used)
6.11. Entering and operating in ETCS level NTC
6.11.1. Announcement
| The train is approaching an ETCS level NTC area. Levels 0, 1, 2 |
When a transition to ETCS level NTC is announced by displaying a symbol indicating the name of the applicable NTC, as example:
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the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
A specific symbol for each NTC exists.
6.11.2. Acknowledgement
When the symbol indicating the applicable NTC is displayed with a flashing frame, as example:
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the driver shall acknowledge.
A specific symbol for each NTC exists.
6.11.3. Running
| The train is running in an ETCS level NTC area. |
When the symbol indicating the entered NTC is displayed, as example:
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the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
A specific symbol for each NTC exists.
6.12. Running in FS
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver
- (i) shall not exceed the permitted speed;
- (ii) may, if DAS information is available on-board:
- — follow the target advice speed when displayed on the DMI,
- — coast when Image omitted; see official source is displayed,
- — respect the stopping points if indicated,
- — request a stopping point to be skipped if instructed and this option is available on the DMI,
- — operate the doors when invited to do so by relevant DMI indications.
In ETCS level 1 with trackside signals the driver is authorised to proceed without a new MA when the trackside signal shows a proceed aspect.
If in addition the following text message is displayed:
“Entering FS”
the driver shall not exceed speed restrictions that apply for the part of the train that is not covered by the FS MA.
6.13. Running in OS
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall:
- (i) acknowledge;
- (ii) start or continue applying rule 9 of Appendix B2.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall:
- (i) apply rule 9 of Appendix B2 as long as this symbol is displayed;
- (ii) not exceed the permitted speed.
If in addition the following text message is displayed:
“Entering OS”
the driver shall not exceed speed restrictions that apply for the part of the train that is not covered by the OS MA.
6.14. Running in SR
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall:
- (i) first receive an authorisation for ERTMS train movement;
- (ii) check the applicable speed limit;
- (iii) then acknowledge.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall:
- (i) run on sight, unless a European Instruction 1, 2 or 7 exempts him from running on sight in SR;
- (ii) not exceed the applicable speed limit;
- (iii) in ETCS level 1 without trackside signals and in ETCS level 2 without trackside signals, when approaching the next ETCS Stop Marker inform the signaller and apply rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” (section 6.39) unless already authorized to pass this ETCS Stop Marker by means of a European Instruction.
It is possible to provide more than one European Instructions for an equal number of consecutive ETCS Stop Markers to be passed.
6.15. Running in LS
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall acknowledge according to non-harmonised rules.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.16. Running in UN
| Level 0 |
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall acknowledge according to non-harmonised rules.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.17. Running in SN
| Level NTC |
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall acknowledge according to non-harmonised rules.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.18. Approaching an EOA with a release speed indication
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the train is approaching an EOA and a release speed is displayed on the DMI, the driver is authorised:
- (i) to approach a signal, an ETCS Stop Marker, an ETCS Location Marker or a buffer stop which is a short distance behind the EOA indicated on the DMI without exceeding the release speed;
- (ii) in ETCS level 1 with trackside signals to proceed without exceeding the release speed when the trackside signal shows a proceed aspect.
6.19. Managing a track ahead free request
| The train is at a standstill or approaching a trackside signal, or an ETCS Stop Marker / ETCS Location Marker. Level 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver is allowed to confirm that the track ahead is free if he/she can ascertain that the track section between the head of the train and the next trackside signal, ETCS Stop Marker or ETCS Location Marker is free.
6.20. Passing a section with lowered pantograph(s)
| The train is approaching a section of the line to be passed with lowered pantograph(s). Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered
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the driver shall lower the pantograph(s), taking into account their position.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered
Image omitted; see official source *
the driver shall keep the pantograph(s) lowered.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered
Image omitted; see official source *
the driver is authorised to raise the pantograph(s), taking into account their positions.
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- For the exact dimensions and layout of the marker boards, EN 16494/2015 needs to be used.
6.21. Changing the electric power supply
| The train is approaching a section of the line where the electric power supply must be changed. Levels 1, 2 |
When one of the following symbols is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, one of the following marker boards is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall change the electric power supply accordingly.
When one of the following symbols is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, one of the following marker boards is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall ensure that the power supply has changed accordingly.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver is informed about approaching a line without any traction system.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver is informed about reaching a line without any traction system.
6.22. Passing a section with main power switch switched off
| The train is approaching a section of the line where the main power switch must be switched off. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered
Image omitted; see official source *
the driver shall switch off the main power switch, taking into account the position of the pantographs, or, if allowed by the Infrastructure Manager, keep the main power switch on and refrain from applying traction.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered
Image omitted; see official source *
the driver shall keep the main power switch switched off or, if allowed by the Infrastructure Manager, continue to refrain from applying traction.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered
Image omitted; see official source *
the driver is authorised to switch on the main power switch, taking into account the position of the pantographs, and is allowed to apply traction again.
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- For the exact dimensions and layout of the marker boards, EN 16494:2015 needs to be used.
6.23. Passing a non-stopping area
| The train is approaching a non-stopping area. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver is notified of an upcoming area in which he/she shall avoid stopping.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall avoid stopping.
6.24. Passing a section with inhibition of magnetic shoe brake
| The train is approaching a section of the line where the magnetic shoe brake shall not be used. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall release the magnetic shoe brake, if applied, except in an emergency.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall not use the magnetic shoe brake except in an emergency.
6.25. Passing a section with inhibition of eddy current brake
| The train is approaching a section of the line where the eddy current brake shall not be used. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall release the eddy current brake, if applied, except in an emergency.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall not use the eddy current brake except in an emergency.
6.26. Passing a section with inhibition of regenerative brake
| The train is approaching a section of the line where the regenerative brake shall not be used. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall release the regenerative brake, if applied, except in an emergency.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall not use the regenerative brake except in an emergency.
6.27. Passing a pressure seal section
| The train is approaching a section of the line where the air condition intakes are to be closed. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall close the air conditioning intakes.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall keep the air conditioning intakes closed.
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver is authorised to open the air conditioning intakes.
6.28. Sounding the audible warning device
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall apply the audible warning device unless prevented by non-harmonised rules.
6.29. Changing of adhesion factor
| The train is in a section of line where the adhesion factor could be changed. Levels 1, 2 |
If the national value allows the driver to select “Slippery rail”, he/she may do so when the adhesion conditions are poor or when informed by the signaller. If the driver is not informed by the signaller before selecting “Slippery rail”, the driver shall inform the signaller.
When a signaller is informed about poor adhesion conditions, he/she shall activate the ETCS reduced adhesion function, where possible, and if this is not possible he/she shall take measures as prescribed by the IM, until normal operation is restored.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall apply internal RU rules.
6.30. Passing a radio hole
| The train is in a section of line without radio coverage. Level 2 |
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver may continue on any valid movement authority.
If the driver reaches the end of authority and the symbol is still displayed, the driver shall inform the signaller. The signaller and driver shall apply rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” (section 6.39).
6.31. (not used)
6.32. Performing a tandem movement
| A non-leading traction unit is coupled to the leading traction unit (or to a train including the leading traction unit). Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
6.32.1. Entry into NL
The driver of the non-leading traction unit shall select “Non-Leading”.
When the following symbol is displayed on the DMI:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver of the non-leading traction unit shall confirm to the driver of the leading traction unit that the non-leading traction unit is in NL.
6.32.2. Performing the tandem movement
Both drivers shall apply internal RU rules.
6.32.3. Exit from NL
When the train is at a standstill the driver of the non-leading traction unit shall:
- (i) apply the brakes;
- (ii) confirm to the driver of the leading traction unit that the non-leading traction unit is no longer in NL.
6.33. Revoking an authorisation for ERTMS train movement
| The signaller decides to change existing traffic arrangements. Levels 1, 2 |
6.33.1. Measures before making traffic arrangements
- (a) In case the co-operative shortening of the MA is possible
If possible in ETCS level 2 the signaller shall revoke an MA by the use of the co-operative shortening of MA.
- (b) In all other cases
In all other cases, the signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules to stop the train if it is not already at standstill.
Once the train is at a standstill and before making traffic arrangements, the signaller shall order the driver to remain at a standstill by means of European Instruction 3 or other available means and to delete any MA remaining on-board if required.
6.33.2. To restart the trains
To restart the trains the signaller shall:
- (i) issue an authorisation for ERTMS train movement;
- (ii) revoke European Instruction 3 if one has been issued.
6.34. Taking measures in the event of an emergency
| An emergency situation occurs. Levels 1, 2 |
6.34.1. To protect the trains
When a member of staff discovers an emergency situation, he/she shall apply rule 14 of Appendix B2.
To stop trains in ETCS level 2, the signaller may use the emergency stop order; the emergency stop order shall not be revoked before it is safe for these trains to restart.
The signaller may use European Instruction 3 to keep the stopped trains at standstill if required.
When the following text message is displayed:
“Emergency stop”
and the train is tripped, the driver shall apply rule “Responding to a trip” (section 6.41).
6.34.2. To restart the trains
The signaller shall:
- (i) decide if it is possible to authorise train movement;
- (ii) decide if instructions and/or restrictions for train movement are necessary;
- (iii) revoke the emergency stop order if one has been issued;
- (iv) revoke European Instruction 3 if one has been issued;
- (v) give authorisation to the drivers to restart.
To restart trains that have not been tripped and if instructions and/or restrictions are necessary the signaller shall issue a European Instruction(s). In ETCS level 1 with trackside signals the driver shall run on sight up to the next trackside signal.
To restart trains that have been tripped, the signaller and driver shall apply rule “Responding to a trip – to restart” (section 6.41.2).
6.34.3. To protect and restart shunting movements
The signaller and driver shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.35. Stopping in a safe area
| The driver needs to stop the train in a safe area. Levels 1, 2 |
The driver shall toggle-on the display of the indication of the safe areas where the train can stop.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
and the driver decides to stop at the indicated safe area he/she shall take into account the remaining distance displayed on the DMI or the distance up to the marker board marking the start of the safe area.
When the following symbol is displayed:
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or, when running without an MA or if this functionality is not supported by the trackside, the following marker board is encountered:
Image omitted; see official source
and the driver decides to stop at the indicated safe area, he/she shall stop the train taking into account its length.
When the following marker board is encountered:
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the driver is informed that he/she has reached the end of the safe area.
6.36. Propelling in RV
| A train has to be moved in the reverse direction inside an emergency propelling area. Levels 1, 2 |
6.36.1. Preparing the movement to be performed in RV
When the train is at a standstill and the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall trigger the transition to RV while informing the signaller if possible and taking into account any further instructions.
6.36.2. Running in RV
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall:
- (i) acknowledge;
- (ii) propel the train following any instructions given by the signaller as soon as the following symbol is displayed:
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- (iii) not exceed the maximum speed for RV;
- (iv) not exceed the permitted distance to run.
6.36.3. Exceeding the permitted distance in RV
When the following text message is displayed with a flashing frame:
“RV distance exceeded”,
the driver shall:
- (i) report to the signaller;
- (ii) acknowledge at a standstill if the permitted distance in RV has not been extended;
- (iii) release the brake.
6.36.4. Exit from RV
After the train has completed its propelling and as soon as it is at a standstill the driver shall report to the signaller. If no additional movement in RV is required the driver shall close the driving desk to exit RV.
6.37. Reacting to unintentional movements
| After being at a standstill the train/shunting composition has moved unintentionally and the ETCS on-board has triggered the brake. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following text message is displayed:
“Runaway movement”,
the driver shall secure the train/shunting composition according to internal RU rules and acknowledge the brake application.
6.38. Managing route unsuitability detected by the on-board system
| Levels 1, 2 |
When any of the following messages is displayed:
“Route unsuitable – loading gauge”
“Route unsuitable – traction system”
“Route unsuitable – axle load category”
a route unsuitability is detected.
The driver shall stop the train using service brake.
The driver shall inform the signaller and follow any instructions given.
6.39. Authorising the passing of an EOA
| It is necessary to authorise a driver to pass an EOA. Levels 1, 2 |
Before authorising a driver to pass an EOA by means of European Instruction 1 the signaller shall, according to non-harmonised rules:
- (i) check if all the conditions for the route are met;
- (ii) check all restrictions and/or instructions that are necessary and include them in European Instruction 1;
- (iii) check for temporary speed restrictions to be included in European Instruction 1.
If the signaller can establish that the track up to the end of the authorisation to be issued is free then he/she may exempt the driver from running on sight in SR.
It is possible to provide more than one European Instructions for an equal number of consecutive ETCS Stop Markers to be passed.
To pass the EOA, the driver shall:
- (iv) receive European Instruction 1 from the signaller for this EOA;
- (v) check the applicable speed limit;
- (vi) use the override function; and
- (vii) when the following symbol is displayed:
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start the train or continue moving,
not exceed the override EOA speed while this symbol is displayed.
6.40. Reacting to unexpected situations when preparing a train movement
| Level 2 |
6.40.1. The traction unit has to move as a train but an acknowledgement for SH is requested
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation, then acknowledge and proceed according to the instructions received from the signaller.
6.40.2. The train is rejected
When the following text message is displayed on the DMI:
“Train is rejected”
the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation. The driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.41. Responding to a trip
| A train/shunting composition is tripped. Levels 1, 2 |
6.41.1. Immediate measures
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall assume that there is a potentially dangerous situation and he/she shall perform all actions necessary to avoid or reduce the effect of this situation. This may include moving the train/shunting composition backwards.
When the following symbol is displayed with a flashing frame:
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the driver shall acknowledge and apply the brakes.
(a) In case an immediate backward movement is necessary due to an emergency
When the driver decides or is instructed by the signaller to move the train/shunting composition backwards due to an emergency
and
when the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall move the train/shunting composition backwards following any instructions given by the signaller.
As soon as the train/shunting composition is at a standstill, the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
(b) In all other cases
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation and follow any instructions given.
6.41.2. To restart
(a) In the initial direction
Before giving authorisation to the driver to proceed after a trip by means of European Instruction 2 the signaller shall, according to non-harmonised rules:
- (i) check if all the conditions for the route are met;
- (ii) check all restrictions and/or instructions that are necessary and include them in European Instruction 2;
- (iii) check for temporary speed restrictions to be included in European Instruction 2.
If the signaller can establish that the track up to the end of the authorised movement is free then he/she may exempt the driver from running on sight in SR.
To proceed the driver shall:
- (i) receive European Instruction 2 with all additional instructions given by the signaller;
- (ii) according to the task to be performed select “Start” or “Shunting” and follow the instructions given in European Instruction 2;
- (iii) restart the train/shunting movement.
If in ETCS level 2, at any step of the procedure, the following text message is displayed:
“Communication error”,
the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation. The signaller and driver shall apply rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” (section 6.39). In this case, European Instruction 1 shall be issued by the signaller instead of European Instruction 2.
(b) In the opposite direction
The signaller shall order the driver to remain at standstill and to perform End of Mission by means of European Instruction 3, and then to restart in the opposite direction by means of European Instruction 7.
The driver shall carry out the End of Mission and then apply rule “Putting the ETCS on-board into service” (section 6.1) and rule “Preparing a movement” (section 6.2). If the driver is not operating from the leading cab, he/she shall apply internal RU rules to ensure safe running.
6.41.3. No movement required after a trip
In the case of a train/shunting composition not required to be moved after a trip, the signaller shall order the driver to remain at standstill and to perform End of Mission by means of European Instruction 3.
6.41.4. Trip in SH when passing a defined border of a shunting area
| Levels 1, 2 |
When a shunting composition is tripped when passing a defined border of a shunting area the driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.42. Managing an ETCS trackside malfunction
| The on-board receives the information of an ETCS trackside equipment malfunction. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following text message is displayed:
“Trackside malfunction”,
the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
6.43. Managing incompatibility between ETCS trackside and ETCS on-board
| An incompatibility between ETCS trackside and ETCS on-board is detected by the system and the train is tripped. Levels 1, 2 |
When the following text message is displayed:
“Trackside not compatible”,
the train cannot continue in ETCS.
The driver shall apply rule “Responding to a trip” (section 6.41).
6.44. Managing a level crossing not protected
| The train is approaching a level crossing which is not protected. Levels 1, 2 |
6.44.1. If in FS, OS or LS
When the following symbol is displayed:
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the driver shall apply rule 7 of Appendix B2.
6.44.2. If in SR
When the following text message is displayed:
“Level crossing not protected”,
the driver shall apply rule 7 of Appendix B2.
6.45. Managing a balise read error
| A balise read error occurs and the brakes are triggered by the ETCS on-board (the train is not tripped). Levels 1, 2 |
When the following text message is displayed:
“Balise read error”,
and the train is not tripped, the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
If no new MA is received when the train has come to a standstill, the signaller shall authorise the driver to pass the EOA by applying rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” (section 6.39).
If the situation is repeated, the driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.46. Managing a failed level transition
| The transition takes place but no MA valid beyond the transition point is received on-board or the transition does not take place when passing the transition point. Levels 1, 2 |
The ETCS level transition point may be marked through the following trackside marker board:
Image omitted; see official source *
-
- For the exact dimensions and layout of the marker board, EN 16494:2015 needs to be used.
6.46.1. If the train has been tripped
The driver and signaller shall apply rule “Responding to a trip” (section 6.41 ).
After selecting “Start” the driver shall:
- (i) check the correct ETCS level to be selected;
- (ii) change the ETCS level (rule “Manual change of data” (section 6.1.2)),
and then restart the train.
In case the ETCS level to be selected is not available on-board, the driver and signaller shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
6.46.2. If in SR
The driver shall:
- (i) stop the train;
- (ii) apply the following rule “In all other cases” (section 6.46.3).
6.46.3. In all other cases
The driver shall:
- (i) inform the signaller about the situation;
- (ii) when at a standstill, check the correct ETCS level to be selected;
- (iii) change the ETCS level (rule “Manual change of data” (section 6.1.2)),
and then restart the train.
In case the ETCS level to be selected is not available on-board, the driver and signaller shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
6.47. Managing absence of RBC information
| There is no RBC information received in an area not identified as a radio hole and the brakes are triggered by the ETCS on-board (the train is not tripped). Level 2 |
When the following text message is displayed:
“Communication error”,
the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation when at a standstill.
If no new MA is received when the train has come to a standstill, the signaller shall authorise the driver to pass the EOA by applying rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” (section 6.39).
6.48. Managing a radio communication failure
| An ETCS radio communication failure occurs. Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall check the ETCS level, the radio network identification, the RBC identification and phone number, and correct them if necessary (rule “Manual change of data” (section 6.1.2)).
If the radio communication with the RBC still cannot be established, the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
(a) when in ETCS level 2 preparing a movement and the traction unit has to move in SH
The driver and the signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
(b) when in ETCS level 2 preparing a tandem movement
The driver of the non-leading traction unit shall inform the driver of the leading traction unit about the radio communication failure. Both drivers shall apply internal RU rules.
(c) in all other cases
The signaller shall authorise the driver to pass the EOA by applying rule “Authorising the passing of an EOA” (section 6.39).
6.49. Managing a failure of self test
| Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
When the information about the failure of an ETCS device is shown to the driver, he/she shall switch off the ETCS on-board and then switch it on again to trigger a new self test. If the same information is shown again, the driver shall attempt to troubleshoot the problem using the applicable technical information. If this attempt fails or is not possible, the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
The driver shall request a change of traction unit.
If the traction unit must be moved the driver and signaller shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
6.50. Managing a failure affecting the on-board radio equipment
| Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
When a failure of the on-board radio equipment is detected the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
6.50.1. During the preparation of the traction unit
| Level 2 |
The driver shall request a change of traction unit.
If the traction unit must be moved, the driver shall inform the signaller, apply RU rules and any instructions given by the signaller.
If the traction unit need not be moved, the driver shall switch off the ETCS on-board.
6.50.2. While running
| Levels 1 with infill function by radio, 2 |
The driver and signaller shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
6.51. Managing a failed DMI
| The DMI fails. Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
When the DMI fails the driver and signaller shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2, unless another DMI is available on the desk.
6.52. Managing a system failure
| Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver shall attempt to troubleshoot the problem using the applicable technical information.
If this attempt fails or is not possible, the driver and signaller shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
6.53. Managing a NTC failure
| Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
When the following text message is displayed:
“[name of NTC] failed”
the driver shall acknowledge and apply non-harmonised rules.
6.54. Managing a VBC
| Levels 0, 1, 2, NTC |
The driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
6.55. Running in AD
| The driver switches the ATO on-board on. Levels 1, 2 |
6.55.1. Engaging ATO
When the following symbol is displayed, the driver may engage automated train operation by selecting it:
Image omitted; see official source
When ATO is engaged the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
Running in ATO
When the following symbol is displayed:
Image omitted; see official source
the driver:
- (i) shall activate “skip stopping point” when required by the timetable or if instructed to do so;
- (ii) after coming to a standstill at an operational stopping point, may manually move the train to correct its position, in the forward direction (when Image omitted; see official source is displayed) after notifying any passengers or in the reverse direction (when Image omitted; see official source is displayed, if authorised by the signaller and after notifying any passengers accordingly, until Image omitted; see official source is displayed;
- (iii) shall operate door opening/closing if invited to do so by the respective DMI indications.
6.55.2. Disengaging ATO
The driver can disengage ATO by either:
- (i) selecting the button associated with this icon Image omitted; see official source
- (ii) applying the brake;
- (iii) switching off the ATO;
- (iv) selecting Override.
Once the ATO disengages, the driver shall observe the icon displaying the current ETCS mode and shall follow the rule applicable for the mode entered.
6.56. Managing a TIMS failure
| Level 2 when train integrity has to be confirmed |
When the train preparer / driver of a train scheduled to run or running in an ETCS level 2 area where train integrity has to be confirmed becomes aware that the TIMS has failed, he/she shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
6.57. Managing an impaired odometer
| Levels 1, 2 |
When the following text message is displayed:
“odometer impaired”
the driver shall apply rule 15 of Appendix B2.
GSM/R VOICE RADIO OPERATIONAL RULES
7.1. Selecting the GSM-R mode
| The driver needs to change the GSM-R mode. |
When the displayed GSM-R mode does not correspond with the task to be performed (train or shunting movement), the driver shall select the correct mode.
7.2. Entering the functional number
| The train preparer / driver is performing the registration. |
The train preparer / driver shall enter the functional number:
- (i) as early as possible before the initial departure,
- (ii) every time the functional number changes.
7.3. Selecting the GSM-R network at a border crossing
| The train is approaching a border crossing. |
7.3.1. Inhibition of automatic network selection
When approaching a section in the vicinity of network borders, the driver shall inhibit the (on-board) automatic network selection function in the cab radio, if activated, when instructed to do so by the Route Book.
7.3.2. Selection of another GSM-R network
When according to the Route Book or a GSM-R network marker
Image omitted; see official source *
the driver is instructed to select another GSM-R network, he/she shall select the indicated GSM-R network on the cab radio unless the network is selected following an ETCS trackside command. If the driver is engaged in an emergency call, he/she shall not proceed with the manual selection as long as the call is active.
-
- For the exact dimensions and layout of the marker board, EN 16494:2015 needs to be used.
7.4. Performing a de-registration
| The train has to be manually de-registered. |
At the end of the train run or when requested by the signaller, the driver shall carry out the de-registration.
7.5. (not used)
7.6. Managing a failure of self test
When a text message indicating the failure of the GSM-R Cab Radio self-test is displayed (e.g. “Self-test failed”), the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation.
The driver and signaller shall apply rule 8 of Appendix B2.
7.7. Managing a lack of GSM-R network after the train has entered service
When a text message indicating the lack of GSM-R network is displayed (e.g. “No network”, “GSM-R signal missing”), the driver and signaller shall apply rule 8.2 of Appendix B2.
7.8. (not used)
7.9. Managing a failure of de-registration
If the de-registration is not possible the driver shall inform the signaller about the situation, apply RU rules and follow any instructions given.
7.10. Taking measures in case the functional number is not available
When a text message indicating that the entered functional number is not available is displayed (e.g. “Number not available”), the train preparer / driver shall check the number and try again to register using the correct number.
If the registration fails again, he/she shall inform the signaller about the situation, apply RU rules and follow any instructions given.
7.11. Taking measures in case the functional number is already used
When a text message indicating that the entered functional number is already in use is displayed (e.g. “Number already used” or “Number already allocated”), the train preparer / driver shall check the number and try again to register using the correct number.
If the functional number used was correct, the train preparer / driver shall call that functional number and ask the other party to de-register the current number unless prevented from doing so by non-harmonised rules.
- (i) If the call is successful and the other party de-registers the number in question, the train preparer / driver shall re-start the functional number registration procedure.
- (ii) If there is no response to the call, the train preparer / driver shall initiate forced de-registration of the specific functional number.
In all other cases, the train preparer / driver shall inform the signaller on the issue and follow any instructions given.
7.12. Managing a failure when registering the functional number
When it is not possible to register the functional number, the train preparer / driver shall inform the signaller about the situation, apply RU rules and follow any instructions given.
7.13. GSM-public as primary communication (if this option is available on-board)
7.13.1. Changing-over from GSM-R to GSM-Public
When instructed through a marker board indicating entry in a GSM network or through instructions on the Route Book, the driver shall select the indicated public GSM network, unless the network is automatically selected.
The driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
7.13.2. Changing-over from GSM-Public to GSM-R
When instructed through a marker board indicating (re-)entry into a GSM-R network or through instructions on the Route Book, the driver shall select the indicated GSM-R network, unless the GSM-R network is automatically selected.
If the GSM-R network is not available, the driver shall apply rule 8.2 Appendix B2.
7.14. GSM-public as fall-back communication (if this option is available on-board)
7.14.1. Changing-over from GSM-R to GSM-Public
When the connection to the GSM-R network is lost, the driver shall select an alternate GSM public network if authorised to do so according to instructions previously given by the signaller or provided in the Rule Book and/or Route Book, unless the on-board GSM-R terminal is configured to carry out an automatic network selection.
The driver and signaller shall apply non-harmonised rules.
7.14.2. Changing-over from GSM-Public to GSM-R
When instructed by the signaller or through instructions in the Rule and/or Route Book, the driver shall manually select the indicated GSM-R network on the cab radio, unless the on-board GSM-R terminal is configured to carry out an automatic network selection.
PART A – INTENTIONALLY BLANK
PART B – LIST OF ETCS OPERATIONAL TRAIN CATEGORIES
The ETCS operational train categories are listed in the table below:
| Label | Type of train | Type of brake | Cant deficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| PASS 1 | passenger train | P | 80 |
| PASS 2 | passenger train | P | 130 |
| PASS 3 | passenger train | P | 150 |
| TILT 1 | tilting passenger train | P | 165 |
| TILT 2 | tilting passenger train | P | 180 |
| TILT 3 | tilting passenger train | P | 210 |
| TILT 4 | tilting passenger train | P | 225 |
| TILT 5 | tilting passenger train | P | 245 |
| TILT 6 | tilting passenger train | P | 275 |
| TILT 7 | tilting passenger train | P | 300 |
| FP 1 | freight train | P | 80 |
| FP 2 | freight train | P | 100 |
| FP 3 | freight train | P | 130 |
| FP 4 | freight train | P | 150 |
| FG 1 | freight train | G | 80 |
| FG 2 | freight train | G | 100 |
| FG 3 | freight train | G | 130 |
| FG 4 | freight train | G | 150 |
PART C – TABLE OF REFERENCES TO NON-HARMONISED RULES
This Part lists the non-harmonised rules of Appendix A.
The table further defines the entity (IM or RU) that is in charge of laying down any necessary further details for each of those rules in their respective safety management system.
| Reference | Subject | In charge |
|---|---|---|
| 5.1.1 | Driver’s observance of the line in cab-signalling | RU |
| 6.2.4 6.39 6.41.2 | Checking route conditions | IM |
| 6.2.4 6.39 6.41.2 | Checking necessary restrictions and/or instructions for running in SR | IM |
| 6.2.4 6.39 6.41.2 | Checking speed restrictions lower than the maximum speed for SR | IM |
| 6.3.1 | Manual entry into SH | RU |
| 6.3.3 | Running in SH | IM |
| 6.3.6 | SH refused by the RBC/SH request failed | IM |
| 6.3.7 | Passing a defined border of a shunting area | IM |
| 6.7.1 | Announcement of an ETCS level 0 transition | IM |
| 6.7.3 | Running in ETCS level 0 | IM |
| 6.11.1 | Announcement of an ETCS level NTC transition | IM |
| 6.11.3 | Running in ETCS level NTC | IM |
| 6.15 | Acknowledgement of LS | IM |
| 6.15 | Running in LS | IM |
| 6.16 | Acknowledgement of UN | IM |
| 6.16 | Running in UN | IM |
| 6.17 | Acknowledgement of SN | IM |
| 6.17 | Running in SN | IM |
| 6.28 | Sounding the audible warning device | IM |
| 6.33.1 | Revoking an authorisation for ERTMS train movement | IM |
| 6.34.3 | Protecting and restarting shunting movements | IM |
| 6.40.2 | The train is rejected when preparing a movement | IM |
| 6.41.4 | Trip in SH | IM |
| 6.45 | Managing a balise read error | IM |
| 6.48 a) | Managing a radio communication failure when SH is requested | IM |
| 6.53 | Managing a NTC failure | IM |
| 6.54 | Managing a VBC | IM |
| 7.11 | Taking measures in case the functional number is already used | IM |
| 7.13.1 | Changing-over from GSM-R to GSM-Public | IM |
| 7.14.1 | Changing-over from GSM-R to GSM-Public | IM |
- (46) Appendix B is amended as follows:
- (a) the title is replaced by the following:
‘Appendix B
Fundamental operational principles and common operational rules
;
- (b) point 11 is replaced as follows:
‘11. AUTHORISATION TO PASS AN END OF AUTHORITY
The driver of the train concerned shall have authorisation to pass an EOA.
When giving authorisation, the signaller shall give the driver any instructions concerning the movement. The driver shall apply the instructions and shall not exceed any speed restriction, where one is imposed, until reaching the location where the normal operation may be resumed.’;
- (c) in point 13, the following fourth paragraph is added:
‘Anyone who receives an emergency call shall listen, not intervene in the communication that is in progress except to provide elements relevant to the context.’;
- (d) point 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14. IMMEDIATE ACTIONS TO PREVENT DANGER TO TRAINS
Any railway undertaking/infrastructure manager staff who becomes aware of a danger to trains shall take immediate action to stop any trains which may be affected, alert the signaller and take any other action as necessary to avoid harm or loss, and in particular:
- (1) Any driver made aware of a danger to their train shall stop as soon as it is safe to do so and alert the signaller immediately to the danger using the emergency call.
- (2) Any signaller made aware of a danger shall alert all drivers as appropriate through an emergency call or using any other available means.’;
- (e) point 15 is amended as follows;
- (i) the third paragraph is replaced by the following:
‘If the driver becomes aware of a failure of any on-board equipment that affects the running of the train, the driver shall:
— inform the signaller of the situation, the location and the restrictions on the train should the train be allowed to continue its mission,
— not commence or recommence the mission until permission to do so has been granted by the signaller.’;
- (ii) the following fourth paragraph is inserted:
‘If the signaller gives permission for the train to start or continue its mission then the driver shall proceed in accordance with the restrictions placed upon the train,’;
- (f) the following point 18 is added:
‘18. ENTERING AN OCCUPIED TRACK SECTION WITHIN A STATION
— In case of an unplanned entry into an occupied track section, the signaller shall, before authorising the entry to the occupied track section, ensure that the involved drivers are informed of the circumstances.
— In all cases when a train has to enter an occupied track section, the signaller shall, before authorising the entry to the occupied track section, obtain confirmation that the occupying train or vehicles will not move towards the train entering the occupied track section.’;
- (47) Appendix C is amended as follows:
- (a) in Section C1, a new point 2.4 is added:
‘2.4. Glossary of Railway Terminology
When relevant, the railway undertaking shall produce a glossary of railway terminology for each network over which its trains operate. It shall supply the terms in regular use in the language chosen by the railway undertaking and in the ‘operating’ language of the infrastructure manager(s) whose infrastructure the railway undertaking operates on, based on the terminology used by the respective infrastructure manager.’;
- (b) in Section C1, point 3 is replaced by the following:
‘3. Communication rules
In order that safety-related communication is correctly understood, whatever the means of communication used, the following rules shall be used:’;
- (c) section C2 is amended as follows:
- (i) title and point 1 are replaced by the following:
‘C2. European Instructions
- Introduction
Railway undertakings and infrastructure managers shall use European Instructions in the communication procedure in the following cases:
- (1) Authorisation to pass an End of Authority;
- (2) Authorisation to proceed after trip;
- (3) Obligation to remain at standstill;
- (4) Revocation of an instruction;
- (5) Obligation to run with speed restriction;
- (6) Obligation to run on sight;
- (7) Authorisation to start after preparing a movement;
- (8) Authorisation to pass defective level crossing(s);
- (9) Obligation to run with power supply restriction;
- (10-20) RESERVED
The numbers 1 to 20 are reserved for European Instructions.
The use of the European Instructions numbers 1-4 and 7 is mandatory for ETCS, in accordance with the rules of Appendix A.
Whenever the signaller needs to issue an operational instruction for which a European Instruction exists, the signaller shall use this European Instruction. If an operational instruction related to a class B system requires more information than the European Instructions, a national instruction may be used instead. In such a case, the infrastructure manager may set out these requirements in its national instructions.
If numbered, the national instructions drawn up by the individual infrastructure managers shall start from 21 onwards.
The national instructions shall contain at least the same content as that for a European Instruction.’;
- (ii) in point 2, ‘shunting movement’ is replaced by ‘shunting composition’ and the following fourth paragraph is added:
‘By way of derogation, a European Instruction 3 can also be revoked by a European Instruction 1, 2 or 7 without requiring a dedicated European Instruction 4.’;
- (iii) in point 3, ‘shunting movement’ is replaced by ‘shunting composition’ and the first paragraph is replaced by the following:
‘An operational instruction includes information delivered digitally, verbally, physically on paper or as verbal instructions to be written down by the train driver or by other safe methods of communication with the same level of information.’;
- (iv) points 6, 7 and 8 are replaced by the following:
‘6. European Instructions
Each tick box, field of information and option for input in a field contained in a European Instruction shall be given its own alphabetical or numerical identifier. Numbered identifiers that are part of more than one European Instruction shall be given an identifier starting with “x” instead of the number of the European Instruction. This “x” may only be replaced by the number of the European Instruction when transmitting this instruction digitally.
While the content and the identifiers must be used and the alphabetical and numerical order of the identifiers must be respected, the format itself shall be indicative.
If a specific tick box, field or option for input in a field is not to be used in a Member State or on the network of an infrastructure manager, there is no obligation to display this tick box, field or option for input in a field in the European Instruction.
No tick box, field or option for input in a field shall be added.
The scope of each individual field cannot extend beyond the scope of application of the European Instruction to which it belongs.
The infrastructure manager and the railway undertaking may add guidance on how to fill in and read the forms of the European Instructions, under the condition that this guidance is not part of the communication procedure.
- Communication of an operational instruction
The following terminology shall be used in the communication procedure by all the parties:
Situation Terminology Starting the delivery of an operational instruction “Prepare procedure … [identification of the procedure]” Confirming that an operational instruction may be delivered “Ready for procedure … [identification of the procedure]” Cancelling an operational instruction “Cancel procedure… [identification of the procedure]” If the message is subsequently to be resumed, the procedure shall be repeated from the start “Error during transmission” When a transmission error is discovered by the sender, the sender shall request cancellation “Error (+ prepare new procedure … [identification of the procedure])” Or “Error (+ I say again)” Error during read back “Error (+ I say again)” Misunderstanding: if one of the parties does not fully understand a message, the message shall be repeated “Say again (+ speak slowly)”
- Book of European and national instructions
The infrastructure manager is responsible for drawing up the Book of European and national instructions in its operating languages.
All the forms of the national instructions and the European Instructions to be used shall be assembled in a document or a computer medium called the Book of European and national instructions.
This Book shall be used by both the driver and the staff authorising the movement of trains. The Book used by the driver and the Book used by the staff authorising the movement of trains shall be structured and numbered in the same way.
The Book shall comprise two parts.
The first part contains at least the following items:
— an index of the European Instructions as used by the infrastructure managers,
— an index of the national operational instructions,
— a list of situations to which each operational instruction applies,
— the way of delivering each operational instruction, including whether it is allowed to be written down by the driver while running,
— the table containing the international phonetic alphabet.
The second part contains, in the operating languages of the infrastructure manager, the forms of:
— the European Instructions,
— the national operational instructions.
These shall be collected by the railway undertaking and given to the driver. Railway undertakings operating in more than one infrastructure manager network shall provide to the driver:
— the generic forms of the European Instructions as defined in point 6 of Appendix C2, or
— reduced forms of the European Instructions that include at least the fields used by the infrastructure manager(s) on the network(s) of which the railway undertaking will operate.’;
- (v) point 9 is deleted;
- (48) Appendix D is amended as follows:
- (a) Note n.3 is replaced by the following:
- ‘3. With a view to avoid duplication of testing, in relation to parameters “Traffic loads and load carrying capacity of infrastructure” and “Train detection systems”, the infrastructure managers shall provide through RINF parameters 1.1.1.5.1 or 1.1.1.5.2 the list of vehicle types or vehicles compatible with the route for which they have already verified route compatibility, where such information is available.’;
- (b) in Section D1, the table is amended as follows:
- (i) the first line “Traffic loads and load carrying capacity of infrastructure” is replaced by the following:
| ‘Traffic loads and load carrying capacity of infrastructure | Static axle loads and design and operational masses in the following load cases: — design mass as defined in Regulation (EU) 1302/2014: — in working order, — under normal payload, — under exceptional payload, — Where relevant operational mass in accordance with EN 15663: 2017- A1 2018: — in working order, — under normal payload. Maximum design speed Vehicle length The position of the axles along the unit (axle spacing) EN line category For vehicles capable of carrying a payload of passengers: EN line category for the standard value of payload in standing areas and – in case of application – for any particular value of payload in standing areas, according to Point 6.4 of EN 15528:2021. Static compatibility check for wagons: Permissible payload for different line categories according to WAG TSI. | 1.1.1.1.2.4 Load capability 1.1.1.1.2.4.1 National classification for load capability 1.1.1.1.2.4.2 Compliance of structures with the High Speed Load Model (HSLM) 1.1.1.1.2.4.3 Railway location of structures requiring specific checks 1.1.1.1.2.4.4 Document(s) with the procedure(s) for static and dynamic route compatibility checks | x | x | The static compatibility checks for vehicles shall be performed according to Point 7 of EN 15528:2021 and additional procedure(s) or relevant information if provided by the infrastructure manager through RINF under parameter 1.1.1.1.2.4.4. For the United Kingdom in relation to Northern Ireland networks, the static compatibility checks for vehicles shall be performed according to relevant national rules in accordance with point 4.2.7.4 (4) in the Annex to Regulation (EU) No 1299/2014 (“TSI INF”). Any requirement set out by the infrastructure manager which relates to the passenger payload, to be considered during route compatibility checks for vehicles capable of carrying a payload of passengers, shall be included in the procedure(s) or relevant information provided by the infrastructure manager through RINF under parameter 1.1.1.1.2.4.4. Such procedure may take into account technical or operational measures which have an impact on the passenger payload on standing areas. The dynamic compatibility checks for trains, when necessary in accordance with the information provided by the infrastructure manager, shall be performed according to the procedure(s) or relevant information provided by the infrastructure manager through RINF under parameter 1.1.1.1.2.4.4.’ |
- (ii) the following new line is inserted after the line ‘Gauging’:
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