A fascinating look at the duties of a signal man! HOW TO BE A RAILWAY SIGNALMAN DVD: At the heart of any rail network lies the signal box. The engine driver may be the public face of the service but it is the signalman who has the big picture of what is going on and where trains are on the line. Preserved steam railways have to perform to the same high safety standards as public railways and as this programme shows, the process of becoming a signalman can be as rewarding as driving a steam locomotive. Alan Greatbatch, Signal Inspector at Swanage Steam Railway and Mike... Rodgers, signalman at Corfe Castle take us through the steps of becoming a signalman as well as showing us how a signal box operates. HOW TO BE A RAILWAY SIGNALMAN LITTLE BOOK: The heritage railways around Britain today operate hundreds of miles of track. The role of signalling on these railways is vital in enabling them to operate their services safely. This guide is perfect for those who wish to learn how the signalling operates on the heritage railways. With background history of the development of railway signalling since its beginnings in the 19th century and packed with practical advice on the operation of the signalling. Although the practices vary from railway to railway according to the different traditions and the variations in the equipment, the principles are followed by all. This fascinating little book shows examples of the range of signalling to be found on the heritage railways in the UK as well as explaining the rules of signalling that are established on all railways. [show more]
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 or region free DVD player in order to play A fascinating look at the challenging role of a steam train driver! ENGINE DRIVER S MANUAL DVD For many driving a steam engine remains an impossible dream Others may try a Driver s Experience day offered by many of the preserved lines But as this programme shows anyone can become an engine driver The key ingredients are commitment and enthusiasm Most preserved lines rely on an army of volunteers and so becoming an engine driver means helping out in a variety of roles before you can take control of a steam locomotive pulling coaches full of passengers In this programme Nick Coram at Swanage Steam Railway takes us through the process as well as showing us some of the tasks involved As well as showing life on the footplate at Swanage we also feature scenes from the small locos that gently run up and down the line as part of the Talyllyn Steam Railway By way of a contrast the programme also features footplate scenes shot on the mighty Sir Nigel Gresley an A4 Class loco and sister to Mallard that holds the world Speed Record for a steam locomotive Filmed in HD on location at the wonderful Preserved Line in Swanage Filmed using the mighty Sir Nigel Gresley No 60007 Showing you how to use the dials brakes firebox and more! THE ENGINE DRIVER S MANUAL LITTLE BOOK The need to learn the skills necessary to drive a steam train is vital to the future survival of the many successful and popular preserved lines in operation today In this comprehensive practical manual former BR steam engineman Brian Topping conducts us along the traditional learning path from cleaner to fireman to driver reminding us that for all the glamour of the footplate there is also a great deal of dirty and strenuous work involved Packed with wonderful photographs illustrations and diagrams this little book covers such matters as maintenance lubrication different braking systems and valve gears efficient firing footplate controls basic railway signalling and much more Whether you are an established driver wishing to brush up on your locomotive knowledge an armchair enthusiast or a would-be preservation volunteer this is the indispensable aid to safe and successful steam locomotive driving and management
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