scope:

Introduction

This Track Work Instruction covers how to prepare the track for the Ballast regulator. It outlines those features that must be attended to so that the regulator can be used to its full potential and without causing damage.

See also separate instructions:

TWI 2B004 How to regulate ballast by hand

TWI 2B016 How to regulate ballast by machine

TWI 2B017 How to assess the quantity of new ballast required for a maintenance tip

TWI 2G007 How to recognise & avoid cables

TWI 2G008 How to recognise a return traction current bond

TWI 2G072 How to remove & dispose of scrap & debris TWI 2P045 How to maintain rail flange lubricator

TWI 2T001 How to permanently mark out a curve for tamping

TWI 2T018 How to prepare track for stone blowing

TWI 3G019 How to maintain track through level crossings