We have newly completed a Route Relay Interlocking (RRI) training facility. This has been specifically designed and built for training purposes.

· The interlocking itself has been designed in accordance with the BRS-SW67 circuits, updated where necessary in accordance with current principles.

· A range of current and historic features are included, including such things as TPWS proving and indication, automatic signal replacement facilities, types of timing device and platform sharing controls

· The signaller’s interface is provided by a new entrance exit panel.

· A “test desk” enables the state of individual trackside proving functions to be disconnected.

· A trackside simulation panel provides comprehensive simulation of the location circuits which would usually be on the “other end” of the line circuits from the interlocking. Both routine and failure states can be simulated

· A range of principles and construction type faults can easily be switched-in as required

The RRI facility will be directly used in the delivery of a range of completely newly written courses to support the design, works testing, maintenance and general appreciation of the system.

The RRI is also invaluable in supporting our full range of high level signalling design, testing and maintenance training.