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Signal designations
Running signals, except for distant signals that cannot show STOP, are used to protect the block ahead.
Running signals are designated according to their purposes.
| Operation | Designation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled | Outer home or accept | Used to control entry to the block ahead, but not otherwise protect points or other identified risks. |
| Home | Used to protect points and other identified risks. Some home signals are kept permanently at STOP. | |
| Starting | Used to authorise departure from a controlled area. | |
| Home/starting | Functions as home and starting signal. | |
| Distant | Usually shows only CLEAR or CAUTION and cannot be used to protect the portion of line to the next signal. Some controlled distant signals can show STOP and can be used to protect the portion of line to the next signal. | |
| Automatic | Automatic | Protects the block ahead. Displays a PROCEED indication only if the block ahead is unoccupied |
| Distant | Usually shows only CLEAR or CAUTION and does not protect the portion of line to the next signal. Some automatic distant signals can show STOP and can be used to protect the portion of line to the next signal |