Demurrage Charges Overview

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What are demurrage charges?

  • Charges for the detention of railway rolling stock beyond allowed free time. (correct)
  • Charges for using passenger coaching vehicles.
  • Charges for the loading of goods.
  • Charges related to the regular maintenance of rolling stock.

Which of the following describes how demurrage charges are calculated beyond free time for an 8 wheeler wagon?

  • A flat fee irrespective of the time period.
  • A consistent rate for all hours detained.
  • Increasing percentages added to the base rate after each time interval. (correct)
  • Only calculated during non-working hours.

What is the demurrage charge rate for an 8 wheeler wagon after 48 hours?

  • Base Rate + 50%
  • Thrice the Base Rate. (correct)
  • Base Rate only.
  • Twice the Base Rate.

What happens to free time calculation if a rake is placed for loading on multiple lines and the difference between placements exceeds 2 hours?

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For an 4 wheeler wagon, what would the rate of demurrage charges be compared to an 8 wheeler wagon?

<p>Half of the rate of 8 wheeler wagons. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of working hours in the context of demurrage charges?

<p>Free time is only given during working hours. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if wagon indent is canceled after the physical supply of wagons?

<p>Demurrage charges will be collected for full time. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time consideration for calculating demurrage charges?

<p>All days are considered as working days. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of a working time of 24 hours at a goods shed?

<p>Double free time is granted for hours outside general working hours. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time for unloading using a mechanically operated Open Wagon with the code BOXN?

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

For a tank wagon carrying white oil, what is the free time for loading if there are 30 or more units?

<p>8.00 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following free loading times applies to a manually operated flat wagon, denoted with the code BFR?

<p>8.00 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum free time for unloading a covered wagon with the code BCNAHS if it carries more than 30 units?

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If military traffic uses a military wagon with the code DBKM, what is the free time for unloading?

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What is the loading time for a hopper wagon denoted by BOBS if operated manually?

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If a covered wagon with the code BCNHL has 46 or more units, how many hours of free time does it have for unloading?

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What is the total free unloading time for a container wagon?

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

For covered wagons carrying ash, what is the free loading time if there are up to 20 units?

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

How long is the free unloading time for a tank wagon carrying black oil with 30 units or more?

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Flashcards

Open wagon loading/unloading (mechanical)

Time taken to load or unload an open wagon (BOXN, BOXNHS, BOXNHA, BOX, BOY, BOI, BOYN, BOST) mechanically.

Open wagon loading/unloading (manual)

Time taken to load or unload an open wagon (BOXN, BOXNHS, BOXNHA, BOX, BOY, BOI, BOYN, BOST) manually.

Hopper wagon loading (mechanical)

Time taken to load a hopper wagon (BOBS, BOBSN, BOBR, BOBRN) mechanically.

Hopper wagon unloading (mechanical)

Time taken to unload a hopper wagon (BOBS, BOBSN, BOBR, BOBRN) mechanically.

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Covered wagon loading (mechanical)

Time taken to load a covered wagon (BCN, BCNA, BCNAHS, BCNAHS, BCX, BCXN) mechanically, depending on the number of wagons.

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Covered wagon unloading (mechanical)

Time taken to unload a covered wagon (BCN, BCNA, BCNAHS, BCNAHS, BCX, BCXN) mechanically, depending on the number of wagons.

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Covered wagon (BCNHL) loading (mechanical)

Time taken to load a covered wagon (BCNHL) mechanically, depending on the number of wagons.

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Covered wagon (BCNHL) unloading (mechanical)

Time taken to unload a covered wagon (BCNHL) mechanically, depending on the number of wagons.

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Tank wagon (white oil) loading (mechanical)

Time taken to load a tank wagon (white oil) mechanically, depending on the number of wagons.

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Tank wagon (black oil) loading (mechanical)

Time taken to load a tank wagon (black oil) mechanically, depending on the number of wagons.

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Demurrage Charges

Charges levied for holding onto railway wagons beyond the allotted free time for loading and unloading goods.

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Working Hours Considered

Working hours are considered when calculating demurrage charges.

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Base Demurrage Rate

The initial rate for a 8-wheeled wagon is Rs. 150 for the first 6 hours of detention.

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Demurrage Rate System

Demurrage rates increase incrementally depending on the duration of the detention.

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4-Wheeled Wagon Demurrage

The demurrage rate for a 4-wheeled wagon is half the rate of an 8-wheeled wagon.

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Goods Shed Working Hours

The standard working hours for a goods shed are from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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Free Time During Working Hours

Free time for loading and unloading is only granted during the standard working hours.

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Double Free Time at 24-Hour Sheds

Double free time is given at goods sheds operating 24 hours for loading/unloading outside of the standard working hours (10 PM to 6 AM).

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Double Free Time Exclusions

Private sidings, assisted sidings, and those using the TIELS system are excluded from receiving double free time at 24-hour sheds.

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Demurrage Calculation - All Days

All days count towards calculating demurrage charges.

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Study Notes

Demurrage Charges

  • Demurrage charges are levied for delaying railway stock beyond allowed loading/unloading time.
  • Working hours are considered for calculation.
  • Demurrage is calculated per wagon, per hour or part thereof.

Demurrage Rate Table (8-wheeler)

  • Up to 6 hours: Base rate (₹150)
  • 6 to 12 hours: Base rate + 10%
  • 12 to 24 hours: Base rate + 25%
  • 24 to 48 hours: Base rate + 50%
  • 48 to 72 hours: Twice the base rate
  • Beyond 72 hours: Thrice the base rate

Other Demurrage Rules

  • Applies to all 8-wheeled wagons and coaching vehicles (excluding passenger coaching).
  • Rate for 4-wheeler wagons is half of 8-wheeler.
  • Working hours are typically 0600 to 2200, extendable/adjustable by DRM.
  • Free time is given only during working hours.
  • Double free time is given for time outside normal working hours (2200-0600) (excluding private/assisted sidings and goods sheds using TIELS).
  • All days are considered working days, except if indent is cancelled after supply, in this case no free time is given.
  • Shunting time is deducted during loading/unloading on single or multiple lines If the difference between first and subsequent placement is more than 2 hours, the additional time is treated as non-working time.
  • Wagons grouped together are treated as a single unit.

Free Time for Loading/Unloading (in hours)

  • Tables detailing free time for various wagon types (open wagons, hopper wagons, flat wagons, covered wagons, tank wagons, military wagons, container, livestock) for both manual and mechanical loading and unloading.
  • Time varies based on wagon type and loading/unloading method.

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