Demurrage Charges Calculation

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For a BOXN wagon, what is the free time allowed for mechanical unloading?

  • 9.00 hours
  • 7.00 hours (correct)
  • 5.00 hours
  • 2.30 hours

If a covered wagon (BCN) has 25 units, how much free time is allowed for mechanical unloading?

  • 9.00 hours
  • NA
  • 5.00 hours
  • 7.00 hours (correct)

What is the free time for manual loading of a BFR wagon?

  • NA
  • 7.00 hours
  • 8.00 hours (correct)
  • 6.00 hours

How much free time is given to manually unload a BOBR wagon?

<p>NA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a BCFC wagon used for cement and fly ash, what is the free time allowed for mechanical loading?

<p>6.00 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time for manually unloading a tank wagon carrying black oil (with 35 wagons)?

<p>9.00 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A military KM-DBKM wagon has what free time for manual unloading?

<p>4.00 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a covered wagon (BCNHL) has 40 units, what is the free time for manual unloading?

<p>9.00 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time allowed for mechanical unloading of a container?

<p>3.00 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a military wagon (other than KM-DBKM) consists of 25 units, what is the free time of manual unloading?

<p>7.00 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for charges levied for the detention of railway rolling stock beyond the free time allowed for loading and unloading of goods?

<p>Demurrage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For an 8-wheeled wagon that is detained beyond 24 hours but up to 48 hours, what percentage above the base rate is charged for demurrage?

<p>50% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the demurrage charge applied to a four-wheeler wagon compared to an eight-wheeler wagon, for the same detention period?

<p>Half the rate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a goods shed operates with a 24-hour working schedule, what adjustment is made to the free time calculation for loading and unloading during non-general working hours (22:00 to 06:00 hours)?

<p>Free time is doubled (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT eligible for double free time, even when the goods shed operates a 24-hour working schedule during non-general working hours?

<p>Public sidings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the free time if a wagon is physically supplied but the indent is subsequently cancelled?

<p>No free time is given (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a rake placed for loading or unloading on a single line, and shunting is involved, what is the term for the time spent on shunting?

<p>Dies-Non (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a rake is placed for loading/unloading on multiple lines with a difference of three hours between the first placement and the remaining placements, how much time will be considered as 'Dies-Non'?

<p>1 hour (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the general rules, how is the time calculated for demurrage charges?

<p>All days are working days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the base rate of demurrage for the first six hours of detention for a 8-wheeled wagon?

<p>Rs 150 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an 8-wheeled wagon is detained for 15 hours, what is the demurrage charge as a multiple of the base rate?

<p>Base rate + 25% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A four-wheeled wagon is detained for 30 hours. What is the demurrage charge relative to the base rate of an 8-wheeled wagon?

<p>Half of base rate + 50% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A goods shed operates from 06:00 to 22:00. If a wagon is placed at 21:00 and unloaded at 01:00 the next day, how is the free time calculated?

<p>Double free time will be given during non-working hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rake is placed for unloading at a private siding with a 24-hour operational goods shed. If unloading occurs between 01:00 and 05:00, how is the free time calculated?

<p>Normal free time calculation is only applied (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A wagon arrives at 10:00 and the indent is cancelled at 14:00. How will the free time be calculated?

<p>No free time will be given for this placement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rake is placed on a single line for loading, and shunting occurs. How does this affect the calculation of demurrage charges?

<p>Shunting time is deducted from the total working hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rake is placed for loading on multiple lines.The first placement was at 08:00 and the remaining were at 11:30.How much is considered as 'Dies-Non'?

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A rake is placed for unloading at 18:00 on one day and the unloading is completed by 02:00 the next day.The goods shed operates from 06:00 - 22:00. How will the free time be calculated?

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If an 8-wheeled wagon is detained for 60 hours, what is the applicable demurrage charge as a multiple of base rate?

<p>Twice the base rate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For the purpose of calculating demurrage charges, how are wagons placed together treated?

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A consignment is loaded into a BOXN wagon using mechanical means. What is the difference in free time allowed for unloading the same wagon using mechanical versus manual means?

<p>2 hours less for mechanical unloading. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a BCN covered wagon with 35 units is being unloaded mechanically, what amount of free time is allocated?

<p>9 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A flat wagon is manually loaded and unloaded. What is the total free time for loading and then unloading a flat wagon (BFR)?

<p>The time for unloading is not available. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A goods train is carrying 25 covered wagons of type BCNHS. What would be the free time for manual loading of the train?

<p>7 Hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train carries 40 BCNHL wagons. What is the total combined free time for mechanical loading and manual unloading?

<p>This cannot be determined from the information provided. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference in free time for the mechanical loading of a tank wagon for white oil versus a tank wagon for black oil, if both have 25 wagons?

<p>1 hour less for white oil. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A military wagon (other than KM-DBKM) with 25 units is manually loaded. What is the free time allotted for manual loading?

<p>Cannot be determined. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a covered wagon of type BCFC is used to carry cement and fly ash, what is the combined free time allowed for both mechanical loading and mechanical unloading?

<p>12 hours total. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment of 35 containers is received. What is the total free time for mechanically loading and mechanically unloading all the containers?

<p>The available data cannot answer this. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tank wagon for black oil with 35 units is to be mechanically unloaded. How much more free time is allowed for this unloading compared to the mechanical unloading of a hopper wagon?

<p>The information does not contain unloading time for black oil (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time provided for mechanical unloading of a BOXNHS wagon?

<p>7.00 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a covered wagon (BCN) has 28 units, what is the free time allowed for mechanical loading?

<p>7.00 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time for manual unloading of a military KM-DBKM wagon?

<p>4.00 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time for mechanical unloading for a tank wagon carrying white oil that has 25 units?

<p>6.00 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a covered wagon BCNAHS has 35 units, what is the free time for manual unloading?

<p>9.00 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A flat wagon of type BRN is mechanically loaded. What is the free time allowed for mechanical loading?

<p>6.00 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a covered wagon of type BCNHL, with 40 units, what is the free time allowed for manually unloading?

<p>9.00 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time allowed for mechanical loading of a BOBR wagon?

<p>5.00 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a military wagon (other than KM-DBKM) has 22 units, what is the free time allowed for manual loading?

<p>7.00 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time for the mechanical unloading of a container?

<p>3.00 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are demurrage charges?

<p>Charges levied for the detention of railway rolling stock beyond the free time allowed for loading and unloading. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An 8-wheeled wagon is detained for 75 hours. What multiple of the base rate will be charged as demurrage?

<p>Thrice the base rate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a goods shed operates from 06:00 to 22:00, what will happen to free time calculation for loading or unloading done at 04:00 AM?

<p>Double the free time will be given for working during non-general hours only if the goods shed has 24-hour operation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 4 wheeled wagon is detained for 20 hours, what will be the demurrage charged relative to an 8-wheeled wagon?

<p>Half the rate of an 8-wheeled wagon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rake placed for loading on a single line requires some shunting, how will the shunting time be considered for demurrage?

<p>Deducted from the total working hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the demurrage charge for an 8-wheeled wagon, detained for 10 hours?

<p>Base rate + 10% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a wagon is physically supplied but the indent is later cancelled, how is free time calculated?

<p>No free time is given (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are wagons placed together treated for demurrage calculations?

<p>Treated as a unit/group (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a rake is placed for loading on multiple lines, and the difference between the first placement and remaining placements is 2 hours 30 minutes, how much time is considered 'Dies-Non'?

<p>30 minutes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT eligible for the double free-time benefit at a 24 hour goods shed?

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Open Wagon

A type of wagon with an open top for transporting goods like boxes, lumber, or other materials.

Hopper Wagon

A railway wagon with a hopper at the bottom for unloading bulk materials like grain or coal.

Flat Wagon

A flatbed wagon used to transport heavy equipment or large cargo.

Covered Wagon

A railway wagon with a covered top for protecting goods from weather elements, often used for transporting finished products or sensitive goods.

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Covered Wagon (for Cement & Fly Ash)

A dedicated wagon for transporting cement, fly ash, and other similar materials.

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Tank Wagon (White Oil)

A wagon with a tank for transporting liquids, commonly used for white oil.

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Tank Wagon (Black Oil)

A wagon with a tank for transporting liquids, commonly used for black oil.

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Military Wagon

A type of wagon used for military purposes, specifically the KM- and DBKM types.

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Container Wagon

A wagon designed for transporting containers, offering efficiency and ease of handling.

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Free Time for Loading / Unloading

Refers to the time taken for loading and unloading goods on a wagon, either manually or mechanically.

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Demurrage Charges

Charges levied for keeping railway rolling stock beyond the allotted free time for loading/unloading goods.

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Demurrage Calculation

Working hours (usually 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM) are used to calculate the detention time for demurrage.

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Demurrage Rate Structure

The base rate of Rs. 150 is increased by percentages for longer detention periods.

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Wagon Size and Charges

The demurrage rate for four-wheeled wagons is half the rate for eight-wheeled wagons.

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24-Hour Goods Shed

Goods sheds with 24-hour operations offer double the free time for loading/unloading between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

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Exclusions for Extended Free Time

Private sidings, assisted sidings, and goods sheds using TIELS do not receive the 24-hour extended free time benefit.

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Demurrage Calculation: All Days

All days are considered working days for calculating demurrage charges; there are no weekends or holidays.

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Cancelled Wagon Indent

If a wagon indent is canceled after the wagon is physically delivered, demurrage charges are applied for the full time, even if unused.

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Rake Loading/Unloading on Multiple Lines

When a rake is loaded/unloaded on multiple lines with a time gap exceeding two hours, the time exceeding two hours is counted as non-working time.

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Open Wagon Types

Open wagons with various codes, like BOXN, BOXNHS, and BOYN, are used for transporting goods in a way that allows for easy loading and unloading.

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Hopper Wagon Types

Hopper wagons are used to transport bulk materials like grain or coal, they have a hopper at the bottom to facilitate unloading.

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Flat Wagon Types

Flat wagons are used for bulky or heavy cargo, they have a flat platform allowing for various types of loads.

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Covered Wagon Types

Covered wagons with a covered top are designed to protect goods from rain or other weather conditions.

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What are Demurrage Charges?

Charges levied for using railway rolling stock past the free time allowed for loading and unloading goods.

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How are Demurrage Charges Calculated?

The free time for loading/unloading is calculated using working hours, usually 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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What is the Structure for Demurrage Charges?

The base rate of Rs. 150 increases for each additional 6-hour block of detention time.

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How do Wagon Sizes Affect Demurrage?

The demurrage rate for four-wheeled wagons is half the rate for eight-wheeled wagons.

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What is the Free Time for 24-Hour Goods Sheds?

Goods sheds with 24-hour operations double the free time for loading/unloading between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

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What are the Exclusions for Extended Free Time?

Private sidings, assisted sidings, and goods sheds using TIELS do not receive the 24-hour extended free time benefit.

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Do Weekends Matter for Demurrage Calculation?

All days, including weekends and holidays, are considered working days for calculating demurrage charges.

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What Happens if a Wagon Indent is Cancelled?

If you cancel a wagon indent after the wagon is physically delivered, you'll be charged demurrage for the full time, even if unused.

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How is Shunting Time Calculated for Multiple Lines?

Time exceeding two hours between the first and subsequent placements of a rake on different lines is considered non-working time, and therefore deducted from the total working hour.

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How are Wagons Grouped for Demurrage?

Wagons placed together are treated as a single unit/group for demurrage calculation. Even if parts are unloaded separately, the group is considered together.

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How is the Demurrage Rate Structure?

Demurrage rates increase progressively for each additional 6-hour block of detention time.

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Who is Excluded from the Extended Free Time?

Private sidings, assisted sidings, and those using the TIELS system do not receive this extended free time benefit.

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Free Time

The time allocated for loading and unloading goods on a railway wagon without incurring charges.

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Demurrage Calculation Structure

Charges are levied based on the time a wagon is kept beyond the initial free time, with higher charges for longer detention.

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Wagon Size and Demurrage

Demurrage rates for four-wheeled wagons are halved compared to those for eight-wheeled wagons.

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Study Notes

Demurrage Charges

  • Demurrage charges are levied for detention of railway rolling stock beyond free time allowed for loading/unloading goods.
  • Working hours are considered in calculating demurrage changes.
  • Demurrage is calculated per wagon, per hour or part thereof after free time expires.

Duration and Rate of Demurrage Charges

Duration (hours) Rate (8-wheeler wagon)
Up to 6 Rs 150 (Base Rate)
6-12 Rs 165 (Base Rate + 10%)
12-24 Rs 187.50 (Base Rate + 25%)
24-48 Rs 225 (Base Rate + 50%)
48-72 Rs 300 (Twice of Base Rate)
>72 Rs 450 (Thrice of Base Rate)
  • Demurrage rates for 4-wheeler wagons are half of the rates for 8-wheeler wagons.
  • Standard working hours for Goods sheds are typically from 06:00 to 22:00, though this can be adjusted by the DRM. Extended or modified working hours are possible at the DRM's discretion.
  • Free time is only given during working hours.
  • Double free time is given for working hours outside the standard 06:00 to 22:00.
  • Demurrage rates apply to all 8-wheeled wagons and all coaching vehicles, excluding passenger coaching vehicles.
  • Demurrage calculation excludes any time spent on passenger coaching vehicles.

Other Considerations for Demurrage Calculation

  • Free time isn't granted if a wagon indent is cancelled after goods are provided.

  • Shunting (moving wagons) time is deducted from the working hours if loading/unloading is done on a single/multiple lines.

  • If the difference between placing a rake on loading/unloading locations is greater than 2 hours, it's deemed as non-working hours.

  • Wagons positioned together are treated as a single unit/group for calculating the total time. For example, if several wagons are placed together, the demurrage calculation is based on their total combined waiting time.

  • Private and assisted sidings, along with sidings/goods sheds designated for TIELS (presumably a railway organization or system), aren't eligible for the additional free time provisions for working hours outside the standard 06:00 to 22:00.

  • A table provides free time allowances for various wagon types (open, hopper, flat, covered, tank, etc.) for both mechanical and manual loading/unloading. These allowances vary by wagon type and loading method.

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