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What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Section Engineer/P.Way in overall charge?
What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Section Engineer/P.Way in overall charge?
- Training of Probationers
- Maintenance and inspection of track (correct)
- Supervision of Office and Stores
- Material distribution and accountal
How often should the inspection office and stores of all SEE/P.Way (In-charge) be conducted?
How often should the inspection office and stores of all SEE/P.Way (In-charge) be conducted?
- Annually (correct)
- Monthly
- Quarterly
- Bi-annually
What is specifically checked during the monthly inspections by Duke/SEE/P.Way?
What is specifically checked during the monthly inspections by Duke/SEE/P.Way?
- Track Management System entries
- Material distribution
- Office records and staff performance
- USFD work (correct)
Which item is NOT specifically mentioned for attention during store inspections?
Which item is NOT specifically mentioned for attention during store inspections?
Which of the following responsibilities is NOT assigned to the Senior Section Engineer/P.Way?
Which of the following responsibilities is NOT assigned to the Senior Section Engineer/P.Way?
What should every SSE/P.Way (In-charge) possess related to their duties?
What should every SSE/P.Way (In-charge) possess related to their duties?
What is expected of the SSE/P.Way regarding communication with higher authorities?
What is expected of the SSE/P.Way regarding communication with higher authorities?
Which module should the SSE/P.Way (In-charge) be conversant with?
Which module should the SSE/P.Way (In-charge) be conversant with?
What is the responsibility of ADEN regarding track machinery monitoring?
What is the responsibility of ADEN regarding track machinery monitoring?
What action is required by ADEN regarding the certification of LWR/CWR?
What action is required by ADEN regarding the certification of LWR/CWR?
What must ADEN do in case of a breakdown of a machine?
What must ADEN do in case of a breakdown of a machine?
Which task is NOT included in the duties of ADEN regarding the staff?
Which task is NOT included in the duties of ADEN regarding the staff?
When should ADEN ensure sufficient lighting during operations?
When should ADEN ensure sufficient lighting during operations?
What is the role of ADEN in the preparation of plans and estimates for work?
What is the role of ADEN in the preparation of plans and estimates for work?
What is the expectation regarding the organization of work by ADEN?
What is the expectation regarding the organization of work by ADEN?
How should ADEN handle measurement of ballast?
How should ADEN handle measurement of ballast?
What actions should a Gang Mate take if the line is considered unsafe?
What actions should a Gang Mate take if the line is considered unsafe?
During abnormal rainfall, what should the Gang Mate do regarding patrolling?
During abnormal rainfall, what should the Gang Mate do regarding patrolling?
When can the Gang Mate undertake work that might danger trains?
When can the Gang Mate undertake work that might danger trains?
What is the frequency of the Gang Mate's inspection of the Gang length?
What is the frequency of the Gang Mate's inspection of the Gang length?
What should be done with broken fittings of wagons and track components after an accident?
What should be done with broken fittings of wagons and track components after an accident?
How should a Gang Mate prevent trespass and theft along the Railway limits?
How should a Gang Mate prevent trespass and theft along the Railway limits?
What should the Gang Mate do before commencing work that may affect train safety?
What should the Gang Mate do before commencing work that may affect train safety?
If damage is detected during patrolling in abnormal rainfall, what should be the Gang Mate's course of action?
If damage is detected during patrolling in abnormal rainfall, what should be the Gang Mate's course of action?
What is the Gang Mate responsible for in relation to theft prevention?
What is the Gang Mate responsible for in relation to theft prevention?
What immediate action should the Gang Mate take if key personnel are unable to work due to illness?
What immediate action should the Gang Mate take if key personnel are unable to work due to illness?
When should the Gang Mate potentially call for hot/cold weather patrols?
When should the Gang Mate potentially call for hot/cold weather patrols?
What certification must the Gang Mate possess for overseeing track maintenance in LWR sections?
What certification must the Gang Mate possess for overseeing track maintenance in LWR sections?
What responsibility does the Gang Mate have concerning emergency repairs?
What responsibility does the Gang Mate have concerning emergency repairs?
Which statement about the responsibilities of the Gang Mate regarding equipment maintenance is correct?
Which statement about the responsibilities of the Gang Mate regarding equipment maintenance is correct?
What action should the Gang Mate take if they notice ballast deficiency on the track?
What action should the Gang Mate take if they notice ballast deficiency on the track?
How should the Gang Mate assist in placing fog signals when requested?
How should the Gang Mate assist in placing fog signals when requested?
What should the Keyman do upon noticing any buckling or damage to the track?
What should the Keyman do upon noticing any buckling or damage to the track?
How often should the Keyman perform oiling and greasing of SEJ?
How often should the Keyman perform oiling and greasing of SEJ?
In the absence of the Gang Mate, what is the Keyman's role?
In the absence of the Gang Mate, what is the Keyman's role?
What should the Keyman do if they find materials such as dynamo-belts on the line?
What should the Keyman do if they find materials such as dynamo-belts on the line?
What is one of the Keyman's duties regarding unauthorized structures on railway land?
What is one of the Keyman's duties regarding unauthorized structures on railway land?
Which examination or check is NOT a duty of the Keyman?
Which examination or check is NOT a duty of the Keyman?
What must the Keyman possess to supervise rail dolly working?
What must the Keyman possess to supervise rail dolly working?
During cold mornings, what specific condition must the Keyman check for?
During cold mornings, what specific condition must the Keyman check for?
Study Notes
Assistant Divisional Engineer (Track) - ADEN Duties
- Responsible for track maintenance and safety of the track
- Reports to the Divisional Engineer (DEN) or Sr.DEN
- Ensures staff are proficient in laying and maintaining track
- Issues a yearly certificate in February confirming all LWR/CWR in jurisdiction are performing satisfactorily
- Oversees the quality and output of track machines
- Monitors all aspects of block activities for quality output
- Organizes sufficient lighting for night work and fuel/oil in advance
- Responds to machine breakdowns expeditiously
- Inspects track machines according to schedule and checklist
- Prepares plans and estimates for work and submits proposals to the division for sanction
- Ensures timely measurements and bill preparation for quality and quantity
- Coordinates with officials from other departments
- Monitors inspections and works, scrutinizes inspection entries in TMS and ensures timely compliance
- Inspects the USFD work at least once per month
- Inspects the office and stores of all SEE/P.Way (In-charge) at least once per year
- Accompanies inspections by higher officials
- Trains probationers
- Deals with material under trial
- Deals with staff matters
Senior Section Engineer / P.Way (In-charge)
- Responsible for maintenance and inspection of track for safe traffic
- Executes all works related to track maintenance, including relaying
- Accountable for stores and tools
- Maintains land boundaries
- Ensures compliance with inspection notes from higher officers
- Must possess up-to-date copies of codes, manuals, and circulars
- Ensures staff are familiar with rules, regulations, and working methods
- Understands the various modules of TMS
- In case of unsafe line or accidents, the Gang Mate reports to the nearest Station Master and the JE/SSE/P.Way
- Organises patrolling during abnormal rainfall
- No works affecting safety of trains can be undertaken by the Gang Mate without the supervision of the JE/SEE/P.Way
- Gang Mate inspects the entire gang length weekly
- Prevents trespass and theft of P.Way fittings
- Arranges immediate relief for Keymen, Gatemen, Patrolmen, and Watchmen
- Assists trains in case of accidents
- Assists in placing fog signals
- The Gang Mate in LWR sections must possess a competency certificate
- Keyman must have a competency certificate for rail dolly working
- Keyman monitors height gauges for damage
- Keyman performs duties of the Gang Mate in his absence once a week
- Keyman supervises rail dolly working if competent
- Keyman inspects LWR/CWR daily
- Keyman reports any encroachment or unauthorised structures in the Railway land
Gang Mate Duties
- Performs maintenance work under personal supervision, only if in possession of a valid LWR/CWR competency certificate
- Carries out authorised track maintenance works
- Maintains equipment issued and reports any defects
- Introduces hot/cold weather patrolling
- Reports any unusual occurrences on the LWR/CWR
- Takes prompt action to protect the track in case of rail/weld fractures
- Reports any ballast deficiency or disturbance of track
- Assists the Gang Mate in daily work
- Collects materials found on the line and hands them over to the nearest Station Master
- Remains in-charge of the gang in the absence of the Gang Mate once a week
Keyman Duties
- Performs duties each day
- Oiling and greasing SEJ, checking and tightening fastenings
- Tightens loose fittings and replaces missing fastenings
- Monitors for sun kinks, loose or missing fastenings
- Takes action to protect the track when noticing buckling or damage
- Keeps a sharp vigil in cold mornings, especially during winters
- Carries out emergency repairs in case of rail/weld fractures
- Reports any encroachment or unauthorised structures
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This quiz covers the responsibilities and functions of an Assistant Divisional Engineer (Track). It includes track maintenance, safety protocols, and coordination with departments. Test your knowledge on the key duties and procedural guidelines for this engineering role.
