Casual Labor in Railways Overview

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What is the main characteristic of casual labour as defined in the document?

Their employment is intermittent and sporadic. (correct)

Their work is continuous and regular.

They are only hired during holidays.

They are always employed for long term projects.

In the context of casual labour, what does 'Open Line Casual Labour' primarily engage in?

Long term infrastructure projects.

Routine administrative tasks.

Seasonal or sporadic work for the Railway system. (correct)

Routine janitorial services.

How long must open line casual labour work continuously to be treated as temporary staff?

120 days (correct)

150 days

180 days

90 days

What is the minimum continuous employment duration required for project casual labour to receive 1/30th of the minimum pay plus Dearness allowance?

180 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the recruitment source for casual labour?

Local communities in the nearest area. Signup and view all the answers

Which task type is NOT associated with open line casual labour?

Construction of new railway lines. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes project casual labour from open line casual labour?

Project casual labour is engaged for long-term assignments. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum age limit relaxation for casual labour who join before the age of 28 years?

To the extent of their total service. Signup and view all the answers

What benefit does half of the service rendered after attaining temporary status qualify for?

Pensionary benefits. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can casual labour with temporary status be treated at par with temporary railway servants for certain advances?

If they furnish two sureties from permanent railway employees. Signup and view all the answers

How many days of continuous employment must casual labour attain to gain temporary status as Water men for summer season?

120 days. Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for the absorption of casual labour into regular Group D employment?

Vacancies must be available, and individual suitability must be assessed. Signup and view all the answers

What must occur before granting regular scales of pay to an employee?

Verification of age and employment duration Signup and view all the answers

Who should ideally be appointed as casual labourers for new projects?

Casual labourers with experience on open line/projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration after which seasonal labour must be treated as temporary if they have more than one allocation?

120 days Signup and view all the answers

What condition applies to the term 'same type of work' regarding casual labour?

It should allow slight variations without causing service breaks Signup and view all the answers

What types of projects are categorized as 'projects' for temporary status grants?

Construction of new lines and major bridges Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of work grouped under casual labour classification?

Software development Signup and view all the answers

What is required for casual labour to be considered for temporary status after working on different tasks?

A total continuous work period exceeding 120 days Signup and view all the answers

In the classification of work types, which role must not be interpreted in a way that causes undue hardship to casual workers?

Inspector of Works (I.O.W.) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered 'earth work' as per the guidelines?

Building the foundations of structures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a project under the defined guidelines?

Replacements of lighter rails with heavier sections Signup and view all the answers

What type of labor is prohibited from working on the construction of wagons?

Casual labor Signup and view all the answers

At what age should casual labor not be retained in service?

58 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following works does not qualify for the designation of 'project'?

Replacement of damaged rails without upgrades Signup and view all the answers

When can an individual lose their temporary status after acquiring it?

When transferred to different work Signup and view all the answers

For which type of engineering works can casual labor be employed?

Civil engineering seasonal works Signup and view all the answers

Why are trolleymen not classified as casual labor?

They are part of regular operations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles qualifies for casual labor during the monsoon season?

Unskilled labor for wagon inspection Signup and view all the answers

Casual renewals generally refer to which of the following actions?

Replacing broken components without system upgrades Signup and view all the answers

What should be the minimum requirement for casual labor engaged in seasonal works?

Be employed only for specific projects Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a service card is lost?

Report to the nearest police station and submit an FIR copy to Railway authorities. Signup and view all the answers

Who are casual labourers not eligible for?

Entitlements and privileges other than statutory admissible. Signup and view all the answers

What should the service cards contain?

Bilingual instructions including a local language if required. Signup and view all the answers

In what situation will casual labourers not receive service cards?

When engaged in emergency work for short durations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the charge for issuing a duplicate service card?

Rs. 2/- Signup and view all the answers

Which reason qualifies as an absence that is not considered a break in service?

Absence due to medical treatment for work-related injuries. Signup and view all the answers

How should the service cards be maintained?

Account maintained in divisional office with machine numbering. Signup and view all the answers

What should be ensured before issuing a duplicate service card?

That the duplicate is being issued to the original cardholder. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the authority fails to confirm the identity of a duplicate card recipient?

It would result in punishable actions under D&A rules. Signup and view all the answers

What is required before granting temporary status to a project casual labourer after 120 days of continuous employment?

A medical examination confirming fitness Signup and view all the answers

How should the term 'same type of work' be interpreted for casual labourers to avoid undue hardship?

Flexibly, allowing minor variations in work tasks Signup and view all the answers

What is the consecutive period of work that seasonal labour should be treated as temporary if it exceeds during allocations?

120 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT fall under the category of works for the classification of project casual labour?

Minor repairs on existing tracks Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario can casual labourers be prioritized for new projects?

Previously employed in similar casual roles Signup and view all the answers

What defines 'projects' for the purpose of granting temporary status?

Construction of new lines and major bridges Signup and view all the answers

What must be verified to ensure compliance before an individual is granted regular scales of pay?

Completion of required days of continuous service Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the classification of works as 'projects' is accurate?

Improving carrying capacity automatically qualifies a work as a project. Signup and view all the answers

What defines the employment status of labour engaged in seasonal and fluctuating works?

They may retain temporary status despite task variation. Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT applicable for engaging casual labour?

Labour employed for regular wagon construction. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of work does NOT get classified as casual renewals?

Electrical works like new substation installations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the specified maximum age for retaining casual labour?

58 years. Signup and view all the answers

Which category of work is explicitly excluded from the employment of casual labour?

Loading and unloading operations. Signup and view all the answers

How does one lose their temporary status after acquiring it?

If transferred to a different role within the administration. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these conditions best describes the engagement of casual labour during seasonal works?

Casual employment must be re-evaluated based on demand. Signup and view all the answers

What type of work qualifies casual labour for temporary status during specific weather conditions?

Providing water to passengers in hot weather. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum service duration that can be considered for pensionary benefits for casual labour after attaining temporary status before regular absorption?

Half of the service rendered after achieving temporary status Signup and view all the answers

For which purpose are casual workers who have attained temporary status and completed a minimum of 120 days of continuous employment classified?

Treated as temporary employees for hospital leave Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for casual labour to receive equivalent treatment to temporary railway servants concerning advances?

Submission of sureties from permanent railway employees Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for absorption of casual labour into regular Group D employment?

Subject to availability of vacancies and individual suitability Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a casual labourer’s status if they are re-engaged after having been discharged for lack of work?

They can be paid at the last drawn regular scale Signup and view all the answers

What is the priority order for re-engaging discharged casual labour?

According to their total periods of service prior to discharge Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance can fresh faces be engaged as casual labour?

Only upon personal authorization from the General Manager Signup and view all the answers

What documentation must a casual labour receive upon engagement?

A service card that includes various personal details Signup and view all the answers

What is the age requirement for indicating the 'age at initial casual employment' on a service card?

Age at first engagement as casual labour Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for issuing a service card to casual labour?

Proof of prior employment Signup and view all the answers

In recruitment, what is the guideline for the reservation percentage for SC/ST in casual labour?

It is strictly adhered to except in emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What types of work fall outside the reservation percentage policy for recruitment?

Emergency operations like flood relief or restoration Signup and view all the answers

Who must sign the service card for casual labour?

The immediate supervisor responsible for hiring Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in the service card regarding personal identification?

Personal marks of identification Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimal contribution required from a casual labour for their service card?

Rs. 1/- towards the cost of the service card Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum period of authorized absence allowed for maternity purposes for female casual labour?

4 weeks and 20 days Signup and view all the answers

How are gaps in service treated when casual labour is employed again after a break due to non-availability of work?

Not counted as breaks in service Signup and view all the answers

In case of casual labour, under what condition is no notice required for termination of service?

On absence or closure of the workday Signup and view all the answers

What situation is specifically prohibited in relation to the discharge of casual labour?

Discharge to create a service break Signup and view all the answers

What unit does the Railway Board specify for the purposes of retrenching project casual labour?

Division-wise and Department-wise Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for casual labour that is diverted from one unit to another?

Ranked junior-most in the new unit Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'authorized absence' in the context of casual labour?

Permitted time off granted by the supervisory official Signup and view all the answers

What must occur to allow a casual labourer with temporary status the same privileges as temporary railway servants?

Fulfill specific employment duration requirements Signup and view all the answers

What factor does not contribute to a break in service for casual labour?

Days of rest specified under regulations Signup and view all the answers

What happens to casual labour at the end of their service without prescribed notice?

Their service is considered terminated Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Casual Labor Definitions and Types

Casual labor is intermittent, sporadic, or short-term employment, often recruited locally.
Railway casual labor is primarily for seasonal or sporadic needs.
Project casual labor is for specific railway projects (new lines, doubling).
Open-line casual labor is for day-to-day railway operations.

Conditions for Temporary Status

Casual laborers on revenue works who do the same work for 120 consecutive days become temporary.
Project casual laborers with 180 days become 1/30th of the minimum pay, plus dearness allowance.
Before these statuses, a verification of age & service days. and a medical examination are required.

Seasonal Labor

Seasonal labor for less than 120 days duration, if assigned to the same type of work for more, becomes temporary.
The "same type of work" definition should be flexible, not unreasonably strict.

Types of Railway Works

Track renewals, ballast, re-sleepering, relaying
Masonry and concrete (buildings, bridges, quarters)
Steel work (bridge girders, sheds)
Earth work (foundation, banks, platforms)
Work performed by unskilled casual laborers by the same inspector
Signal and electrical work fall under "project" work.

Project Work Definition

Construction of new lines, major bridges, restoration
Doubling/widening of tunnels, relay interlocking, electrification
Improvements in railway capacity (e.g., heavier rails, more sleepers)

Employment Restrictions

No casual labor for regular/permanent jobs.
No casual labor for wagon construction, regular works.
No employment on seasonal works if the staff has work experience (casual or not).

Casual Labor Documentation and Records

Workers will receive a service card with detailed information (name, birthdate, employment details, supervisor signature).
Duplicate cards cost Rs. 2.
Loss of card must be reported to police; a duplicate is possible.
Workers absent for short durations (<10 days) may not get a card.

Age Limits and Restrictions

Casual labor cannot be over 58 years.
Re-hiring of discharged casual labor is priority-based on previous service length.
Recruitment of new casual labor needs GM approval, except for emergencies/disasters.

SC/ST Reservation

SC/ST reservations apply to casual labor, except for emergencies.

Termination of Service

Casual labor does not require prior notice of termination, except under specific legal obligations.
Temporary status means termination upon leaving or completing a project.

Entitlements and Benefits (Temporary Status)

Casual labor who achieve temporary status receive temporary staff entitlements.
Casual labor in skilled jobs gets the skilled artisans' pay scale.
Casual laborers get half their service period's credit for pension benefits.
Casual laborers given temporary status can carry over leave to their new assignments; non-daily-rated laborers cannot.
No new temporary posts are created for those gaining temporary status.

Medical Examination

Casual laborers undergo medical examinations (preferably before temporary status) to assess suitability for the role.
The medical guidelines for re-examination differ from those for initial/entry-level hiring.

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This quiz explores the definitions and types of casual labor specifically within the railway context. It covers conditions for temporary status, seasonal labor regulations, and various types of railway works. Engage with the material to understand the intricacies of labor categorization in the railway industry.