TRAIN PARTING (GR 6.08 and SR – 6.08-1)
Train parting
1. Meaning-
Any portion of the train, if becomes detached while in motion is called train parting.
2. Loco Pilot
I. If the Loco Pilot comes to know that the train has parted, he should put on the flasher light and give long – short - long – short (---0—0) whistle repeatedly to attract the attention of the Guard till acknowledged by the Guard. He should keep the front portion of the train moving until the rear portion of the train has come to a stand. The guard shall acknowledge the loco pilot by waving up the and down a green signal by day and white light by night and shall promptly apply hand brake of the brake van.
