Hello Lochty no more,
In regards to the above, the signal IS in the correct position to do its job to protect the ground frame points to the south of the station. Its the Up starter (yet to be commisioned) and was installed at the time when the PWAY were'nt far off remodelling the south end of Ludborough station. As yet I'm still waiting for them to get a move on so yes its the S&T dept. getting ahead of the Pway (not a rarity on our railway!!!!!) There's no issue with anyone putting their heads out of windows and hitting it as the line to the left of it is a siding and will shortly be removed. Once this has happened the arm will then be installed. The Track circuit diamond and signal no. are zero to do with HSE etc. The diamond is a reminder to the driver that he doesnt need to contact the signalman for 5 mins as he's stood on a track circuit and signalman knows he's there (rule 55). (sorry if you already knew this lol) Again like wise with the id plate. Its purely to advise the driver which signal he's stood at so that he can advise the signalman.
The hoop on the other hand is down to the dreaded HSE as its above 6' etc .........
Kindest regards
Jim Tyers
LWR S&T DIRECTOR