GLT CAN PROVIDE “ON-SITE” ERTMS TRAINING 24X7
SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE YOUR COST OF ERTMS TRAINING AND IMPACT ON
OPERATIONS WITH MOBILE ON-SITE SIMULATORS
AND OPTIONAL TRAINING IN AN
“AMPHITHEATRE SIMULATION TRAINING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE”
WE COMBINE SIMULATION WITH HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING AND HUMAN
SYSTEMS INTEGRATION TO GUARENTEE THE SAFEST, MOST COST EFFECTIVE,
INTEGRATION OF ERTMS,
SAFE INTEGRATION OF ERTMS & OPERATION OF TRADITIONAL SYSTEM AT SAME TIME
SAFE TRANSITION FROM TRADITIONAL SYSTEM TO ERTMS CERTIFICATION
GUIDING LIGHTS TECHNOLOGY
“AMPHITHEATRE” SIMULATION TRAINING
CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE &
“MOBILE” DRIVER TRAINING SIMULATORS
COMBNED WITH
HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING & HUMAN SYSTEMS INTEGRATION
PROVIDE BENEFITS THAT INCLUDE;
 SAFE, RAPID LEARNING, CERTIFICATION AND INTEGRATION OF ERTMS
 SAFE OPERATION OF TRADITIONAL SYSTEM AND ERTMS AT HE SAME TIME
 SAFE TRANSITION FROM TRADITIONAL SYSTEM TO ERTMS
 EVALUATION, TRAINING & CERTIFACTION TO INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
 TRAINING & CERTIFICATION ON NEW ROLLIING STOCK
 REDUCTION OF ENERGY, FUEL, BRAKE AND MAINTENACE COSTS
PICTURE THIS !
Drivers being trained in “Amphitheatre Simulation Training Centre of
Excellence” on ERTMS, with Simulators that exactly model the handling &
performance
characteristics
of
current
or
new
rolling
stock
GLT “MOBILE” SIMULATORS CAN PROVIDE
ON SITE ERTMS TRAINING 24X7 AT UK TOC LOCATIONS – ELIMINATING
TRAVEL COSTS AND TAKING DRIVERS OUT OF SERVICE
SINCE 2006, GLT MOBILE SIMULATOSR HAVE OPERATED 24X7 IN
EXTREME HEAT AND COLD AND HAVE ON-BOARD POWER
The tractor (lorry) as well as the outside of the trailer can be customized
with company logos and training safety mission objectives, ERTMS etc., and
promoting the Amphitheatre Simulation Training Centre of Excellence
Simulation has long been used for training Astronauts, the Military, and in safety
critical fields like Aviation, Super Tanker Shipping and Nuclear Power. Since
1987, GLT has spearheaded this calibre of Simulation Technology to the UK and
North America Rail Industry, enabling locomotive engineers to be evaluated and
trained to airline pilot’s standards of certification.
Human Factors Engineering (HFE) and Human Systems Integration (HSI)
To safely and rapidly integrate ERTMS, along with Simulation, GLT can
provide HFE and HSI to optimize Training, Safety, and Integration of New
Technologies and Systems. HFE and HSI, traditionally used by the U.S. Military,
avoids unforeseen design errors and reduces the risk of integrating new systems
GLT MOBILE SIMULATOR BEING TEST DRIVEN BY CUSTOMER
CEO AND BOD’S PRIOR TO DELIVERY
Demonstration of the Instructors Control Panel and reporting of Drivers
performance against an international benchmark standard of competency
Customer Satisfaction!
Sign off and acceptance of GLT`s Mobile Simulator by customers CEO and BOD.
It has operated flawlessly in extreme heat and winter conditions 24X7 for 5 years
TOTAL REALISM
AND REPLICATION
To optimize realism the Simulators use actual train controls and gauges. We
can accurately replicate the handling and performance characteristics of any
train model, from any manufacturer in the world, in any language!
PICTURE THIS!!
AUTUMN + DRIVING INTO SUN = EXTREME DANGER!
Autumn + driving into the sun = Extreme Danger. Drivers have to “multitask” and stay focused. The Simulator is the only safe way to evaluate, train
and certify drivers to react safely to these conditions by acquiring multitasking skills.
AUTUMN = DANGER
Customers world-wide know that Autumn = danger when residue from leafs makes rails
as slippery as a car driving on ice! It is a major cause of SPAD’s (Signals Passed at
Danger). The Simulator with HFE and HSI is the safest way to train drivers to handle
these conditions to ensure Passenger Safety.
Mobile Simulator has a classroom for 10 drivers to observe driver in the simulator
with instructor, and or, use CBT systems. To increase training capacity, the 180
degree field-of-view can be transmitted to 60`plasma screens in a remote classroom.
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS OF GLT
SIMULATORS WITH HFE & HSI TECHNOLOGIES
Combining Simulation and CBT with Human Factors Engineering
and Human Systems Integration, will optimize training and provide;
 SAFE, RAPID LEARNING, CERTIFICATION AND INTEGRATION OF ERTMS
 SAFE OPERATION OF TRADITIONAL AND ERTMS SYSTEMS
 SAFE TRANSITION FROM TRADITIONAL SYSTEM TO ERTMS
 EVALUATION, TRAINING, CERITIFACTION TO INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
 TRAINING & CERTIFICATION ON NEW ROLLIING STOCK
 REDUCTION OF ENERGY & FUEL COSTS
 REDUCTION OF BRAKE SYSTEM WEAR & MAINTENANCE COSTS
 LEARNING NEW TRACTION (ROLLING STOCK)
 OPERATING NEW TRAIN CONTROL SYSTEMS
 NEW ROUTE FAMILIARIZATION
 ENERGY EFFICUENT OPERATION (FUEL ECONOMY)
 EVALUATE, TRAIN & CERTIFY NEW DRIVERS TO INTERNATION STANDARDS
 ASSIST ATTAIN ON TIME SCHEDULES THROUGH FAUL ANALYSIS
BENEFITS OF GLT
SIMULATORS WITH HFE & HSI TECHNOLOGIES
 Facilitates incremental profit margins, increased efficiencies
 Expedites Return on ``Investment`` in ERTMS & New Rolling Stock
 Smoother, rapid ``Integration of `ERTMS and Rolling Stock
 Optimises training & safety, reducing accidents
 Lowers costs for Training, reduces driver turn-over
 Reduces Energy and Fuel usage
 Reduces brake system wear and maintenance cost (see next slide)
 Simulators specified by GLT are all upgradeable, protecting
customers investment in simulation
Mobile Driver Training Simulator – Braking benefits
•Major benefits can be achieved on Brakes equipment in three key areas;
1.Wear and tear on Brake Discs
2.Wear and tear Brake Actuators
3.Wear and tear on Brake Pads
This is achieved by training drivers on state of the art simulators with HFE and HSI to use
and adopt appropriate driver behaviour / technique(s) utilising manufacture’s / OEM
software “as designed”.
Post run analysis can be produced to show the effects of good / inappropriate driver
behaviour / technique.
• Additional Benefits
1.Reduce operator costs
2.Life cycle cost benefits for manufacturer’s and operators
3.Manufacturer’s benefit on price per kilometre / mile contracts increases profit
potential due to reduced wear.
4.Manufacturer’s being seen as added value and solution provider to industry.” It
does what it’s says on the tin”.
5.Removal of risk to manufacturer’s, risk of operator(s) claims for premature wear
and tear of components due to inappropriate driver behaviour / technique
Benefits of Human Factors Engineering (HFE) and Human Systems Integration (HSI)
HFE & HSI is an Engineering Science traditionally used by the Military to avoid unforeseen Design and
Human Error. It is proven to have saved hundreds of millions of dollars. GLT is the only company making it
available to the rail industry, combined with simulation, to optimize training, safety and Best-Practises.
Benefits include;
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Eliminates unforeseen or inherent design errors in drivers cab or rail car layout
Critiques engineering design at development stages prior to final sign of and acceptance
Support of engineer cognitive models of consist, track, and operating rules.
Control and display design and layout. - Cab environment.
Reduce the likelihood of, and costs associated with, system upgrades and midcourse
design changes.
 Support of engineer population to see, reach, fit, and work postures.
Benefits of Human Factors Engineering (HFE) and Human Systems Integration (HSI)
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Reduce system lifecycle costs
Cognitive demands including attention, vigilance, planning, decision making, workload.
Crew, yard, and dispatch communication and coordination.
Fatigue studies (sustained attention - reaction-time - decision-making – vigilance).
Support of task time and timing.
Support of sustained operations and fitness for duty.
Effective integration of automation.
Increase Railroad Safety.
Improve operator performance and operational efficiency.
Increase user acceptance.
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS FOR ERTMS
The combination of Mobile Simulators for on-site TOC Training, with fixed-site Simulators in
an Amphitheatre Simulation Training Centre of Excellence, combined with Human Factors
Engineering and Human Systems Integration technologies, will achieve the mission objective
for ERTMS,
 SAFE, RAPID LEARNING, CERTIFICATION AND INTEGRATION OF ERTMS TO ALL UK TOCS
 SAFE INTEGRATION OF ERTMS & OPERATION OF TRADITIONAL SYSTEM AT SAME TIME
 SAFE TRANSITION FROM TRADITIONAL SYSTEM TO ERTMS