Appendix ANNEX H Minimum elements relevant to professional competence for the task of driving a trainF1

1.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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2.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

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2.1.

General professional knowledge

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2.2.

Knowledge of operational procedures and safety systems applied to the infrastructure to be used

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2.3.

Knowledge of rolling stock

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3.

ROUTE KNOWLEDGE

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4.

ABILITY TO PUT THE KNOWLEDGE INTO PRACTISE

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4.1.

Prepare for duty

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4.2.

Prior to departure, perform the required tests, checks and verifications on the traction unit

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4.3.

Take part in checking the operation of the brakes on the train

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4.4.

Drive the train respecting the appropriate safety regulations, driving rules and timetable

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4.5.

Act and report in accordance with the applicable rules in case of irregularities or defects either of lineside installations or rolling stock

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4.6.

Apply measures relating to operational incidents and accidents, particularly those relating to train protection and to fire or dangerous goods

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4.7.

Determine the conditions to continue to run after incidents affecting the rolling stock

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4.8.

Park the train and, once stationary, take all required measures to ensure the train remains stationary

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4.9.

Communicate with the Infrastructure Manager’s staff on the ground

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4.10.

Report any unusual occurrences concerning the operation of the train, the conditions of the infrastructure etc.

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