Archives: Glossary Terms

Abbreviated term for Automatic Barrier CrossingA cast or fabricated portion of the track layout which enables the rails of the two tracks to cross each other, while still providing support and guidance for s… More Locally Monitored.

A switch which, when operated, allows a SignalA visual display device which conveys instructions or provides prior warning of instructions regarding the driver’s authority to proceed. More BoxThe building in which the Signaller(s) is/are situated together with the control and indication system for the signalling. See also Signalling CentreAlternative term for Signal Box. More. More to be un-staffed for a period, by registering telephone calls to that SignalA visual display device which conveys instructions or provides prior warning of instructions regarding the driver’s authority to proceed. More BoxThe building in which the Signaller(s) is/are situated together with the […]

A system of controlling rail traffic, where (under normal operations) only one train is allowed in the Block SectionThe section of line between one Section SignalA Stop Signal controlling the entrance to a Block Section or Intermediate Block Section ahead. See also Home Signal, Starting Signal, Advanced Starting Signal. More and the next Home SignalIn Block Signalling, it is the first Stop Signal on the Approach To and worked from a Signal Box and controls the exit from the Block Section. (If no Starting S... More. This term does not apply on a Track Circuit BlockA method of working trains in a section of line where safety is ensured by the use of continuous Track Circuits or other means of automatic train absence detect... More line. More at a time. Proof of a section clearA Colour Light SignalA Signal that conveys its information by coloured lights. More that […]

A Block SignallingA system of controlling rail traffic defined by Block Sections. Normally only one train is permitted in a Block SectionThe section of line between one Section Signal and the next Home Signal. This term does not apply on a Track Circuit Block line. More. More term where a train is permitted to proceed towards the ‘accepting’ SignalA visual display device which conveys instructions or provides prior warning of instructions regarding the driver’s authority to proceed. More BoxThe building in which the Signaller(s) is/are situated together with the control and indication system for the signalling. See also […]

A private vehicular Level CrossingAn intersection at the same elevation of a road and one or more rail tracks. See Manned Level CrossingA Level Crossing that is operated or supervised by a railway employee. See CCTV, LC, MCB, RC and TMO. More, Automatic Level CrossingA Level Crossing which is operated by approaching trains and not Interlocked with protecting Signals. Road Traffic Signals (or Red/Green Stop Lights are provide... More and Open CrossingA cast or fabricated portion of the track layout which enables the rails of the two tracks to cross each other, while still providing support and guidance for s... More. More connecting land in the same ownership separated by a railway line.

The maximum reading distance that can be reasonably practicably achieved.

A device which warns users of the imminent arrival of a train. Such devices may be either visible or audible.

Alternative term for BeyondIn relation to equipment on or alongside the track, positioned such that a train reaches it after passing another defined item of equipment. See also AdvanceAlternative term for Beyond. More. More.

A sign incorporating a St. George’s CrossIncorporated in a sign provided on the Approach ToIn relation to equipment on or alongside the track, positioned such that a train passes the point before reaching another defined item of equipment. See also Re... More certain Automatic Level Crossings to inform the driver to regulate the speed of his train in order to observe… More provided on the Approach ToIn relation to equipment on or alongside the track, positioned such that a train passes the […]

Non-preferred term for Warning Indicator