Divisional Organization in Electric Locomotive Operations

Oversees the operation of electric locomotives and multiple units within a division, assisted by junior officers.

Chief Traction Foreman - Running (CTFR) has overall day-to-day control over electric loco operation staff and outstation maintenance, availability of running staff, providing supplies, vision tests, road knowledge, time lost investigations, safety training, reliefs, running room upkeep, outstation inspections, store management, terminal detention, and train working irregularities.

The Chief Traction Foreman – Running (CTFR) is responsible for overseeing the daily management of staff involved in electric loco operations and outstation maintenance.

The CTFR ensures sufficient electric train running staff is available and manages their scheduling for train services.

The CTFR ensures all running staff have thorough knowledge of train routes (road knowledge) before operating trains, documented with signed certificates.

The CTFR investigates and reports any time delays related to locomotives, and may involve the Driving Inspector for detailed investigations.

The CTFR is responsible for educating and testing the running staff on safety rules.

The CTFR arranges staff relief and refresher courses, accommodating various training schemes for the running staff.

The CTFR ensures the running rooms are maintained to provide adequate rest and satisfaction for staff, potentially through liaison with other departments.

The CTFR arranges inspections of locomotives at outstations following prescribed instructions, performing minor repairs if possible.

The CTFR is responsible for managing stores and tools for outstation maintenance, ensuring availability of necessary equipment in good condition.

The CTFR monitors and controls locomotive turnaround times to ensure timely availability for scheduled trains and staff.

The CTFR investigates and reports irregularities and signal defects in train operations, as reported by running staff.

A report submitted by drivers and guards upon returning to HQ. It contains crucial information for analysis.

Carefully examine forms filled by drivers for accuracy and completeness.

Investigations into minor accidents or delays involving multiple parties.

Trains brought in to help when electric trains are involved in accidents. The ATFR supervises.

Data tracked on loco movement, sent to loco inspector (TELOC).

Ensure designated locations have the right amount of dry, clean sand for locomotives and EMUs.

ATFR ensures staff are not intoxicated before starting work; breath analysis used.

Verifying running staff have valid certificates showing their skills and training.

ATFR ensures these are clearly displayed at booking offices.

ATFR must notify drivers of this section to avoid pantograph issues.

ATFR provides relief for running staff as requested by the TLC.

ATFR ensures these have all essential tools, communication, safety equipment and supplies.

Locos & EMUs maintained with correct sand levels at stations and booking points.

ATFR investigates and reports instances of lost time related to locomotives under their supervision and support.

In coordination with maintenance, ATFR inspects incoming/outgoing locomotives inspecting booked repairs.

ATFR reports loco defects needing attention to the TLC.

ATFR reports unusual occurrences.

Running staff must pass vision tests regularly and cannot be booked for duties if overdue.

Staff declared unfit for A-1 medical category must be removed from running duties immediately.

Previous medical examination details are required before new running duties are assigned.

A list of drivers and staff with A-1 medical category and glasses must be maintained for each category.

Running staff with glasses must use them constantly while on duty and carry spare pairs.

Running staff must sign a register upon reporting for duty, confirming they possess two pairs of spectacles.

Running staff follow general and subsidiary rules and operating manuals set by zonal railways.

Running staff are required to study and understand any issued notices, circulars and copies of gazettes.

Electric locomotives and multiple units have sanders to improve traction on slippery surfaces (e.g., wet tracks or inclines). Sand must be dry and free of impurities.

Checks for water leaks on locomotives/multiple units before monsoon season. Includes testing water-tightness using high-pressure water jets and inspections after the first rain.

Using a high-pressure water jet to check for leaks, especially around body joints, roof equipment, marker lights, glasses, doors, sandboxes, and roofs, before monsoon.

Taking specific actions before monsoon, pre-summer, and pre-winter to prepare the locomotives and EMUs.

Electro-pneumatic valves apply sand to the front axles to improve traction; height adjustments are possible. Modern systems automatically adjust based on wheel-slip.

A crucial inspection item to ensure water-tightness of sandboxes to prevent water ingress.

A report submitted by drivers and guards, documenting key details of train operations.

A specific section of a form, typically a pro forma, where information related to driver/guard reports is recorded.

Ensuring railway staff have sufficient rest at headquarters and outstations.

A logbook where running staff record their arrival/departure times for duty.

Staff responsible for notifying and facilitating transportation of train crew and cargo boxes, respectively.

A team responsible for managing loco (locomotive) operations, including training and upkeep of staff.

Periodic training programs for TLC personnel to keep their knowledge updated on locomotive issues.

Locomotives certified suitable for passenger train service.

Assistant and Traction Loco Controller, responsible for various locomotive aspects.

Monitoring time delays or gains on locomotives.

Planned and unplanned maintenance work on locomotives.

Identifying and resolving delays related to electric locomotives and their personnel.

Coordinating crew assignments between adjacent railway divisions.

Identifying and managing when running staff await excessively before beginning their duties.

Providing guidance to staff facing difficulties while working.

Locomotive used by a railway system outside the division.

The allowed limit on working hours for train staff.

Visual representations of locomotive operational plans/tracking details.

The highest-ranking officer responsible for locomotive operations in a division.

Report submitted by drivers and guards upon return to headquarters, containing important operational details

Carefully examine forms from drivers for accuracy and completeness

Investigations into minor accidents or delays involving multiple parties

Trains dispatched to assist in accidents involving electric rolling stock; ATFR supervises

Data on loco movement sent to TELOC at divisional HQ

Ensuring designated locations have the correct amount of dry, clean sand for locomotives and EMUs

ATFR ensures staff are not intoxicated before duty; breath analysis is used

Verifying running staff possess valid certificates demonstrating skills and training

ATFR ensures clear display of temporary speed restrictions at booking offices

ATFR must notify drivers of this specific section to prevent pantograph collisions

ATFR provides relief to running staff as requested by the TLC

ATFR ensures outgoing locomotives/EMUs have full complement of tools, communication, safety equipment and supplies

Ensuring sandboxes of locomotives and EMUs are properly filled at all outstations and booking points

ATFR investigates and reports instances of lost time related to locomotives under supervision

In coordination with maintenance, ATFR inspects incoming/outgoing locomotives checking for booked repairs

ATFR reports locomotive defects requiring attention at sheds to the TLC

ATFR reports unusual occurrences to the TLC

Senior Loco Inspector (SLI) conducts trials, inspections, and checks on locomotives, ensuring safety and reporting irregularities to the superior officer.

Charts recording locomotive speed, utilized to identify irregularities in passenger and freight locomotives.

Periodic medical examinations and vision tests for running staff, differentiated by age (under/over 45).

Log for recording medical examination results, details on vision, and next review date for running staff.

Systematic checks of locomotives to identify and address safety issues.

A report completed by drivers and guards upon returning to headquarters, providing crucial operational data.

A specific section within a form where the Combined Driver's and Guard's Report is recorded.

Ensuring railway staff get sufficient rest at headquarters and outstations.

A register for running staff to record arrival and departure times for duty.

Staff responsible for summoning and transporting crew and cargo, respectively.

The team managing loco operations, including training and maintenance of staff.

Regular training sessions for TLC personnel to stay current on loco issues.

Locomotives approved for passenger train service.

Assistant/Traction Loco Controller, responsible for locomotive operations.

Monitoring and recording time delays or gains related to locomotives.

Planned and unplanned maintenance on locomotives.

Identifying and resolving delays related to electric locomotives and personnel.

Coordinating crew assignments between neighboring railway divisions.

Identifying and addressing situations where running staff wait excessively.

Guiding staff encountering difficulties in loco operations.

Locomotive working in a division controlled by another railway system.

The permitted working hours for train staff.

Visual representations of locomotive operation plans.

The highest-ranking officer responsible for locomotive operations in a division.

Running staff must regularly pass vision tests; overdue tests prevent booking for duties.

Staff deemed unfit for A-1 medical category are immediately removed from running duties.

Transferring staff requires previous medical examination details before assigning new duties.

A list of drivers and staff with A-1 medical category and glasses is maintained to track each category.

Staff with glasses must constantly use them on duty, and carry an extra pair.

Running staff sign a register upon reporting for duty to confirm possessing two pairs of spectacles.

Running staff adhere to Zonal Railway's general and subsidiary rules, and operating manuals.

Running staff must study and understand all issued notices, circulars, and gazette copies.

Ensuring designated locations have enough dry, clean sand for locomotives and EMUs to prevent wheel-slipping, especially on wet tracks or inclines.

Checks for water leaks on locomotives/EMUs before the monsoon season, testing water-tightness using a high-pressure water jet and inspecting for leaks after the first rain.

Using a high-pressure water jet to check for leaks, especially around body joints, roof equipment, marker lights, glasses, doors, sandboxes, and roofs, before the monsoon season.

Taking specific actions before monsoon, pre-summer, and pre-winter to prepare locomotives and EMUs for varied weather.

Electro-pneumatic valves apply sand to the front axles to improve traction; height adjustments are possible. Modern systems automatically adjust based on wheel-slip.

Checking sandboxes for water-tightness to prevent water ingress.

ATFR ensures that these limitations are clearly displayed at the booking offices for operational safety.

ATFR notifies drivers about this specific section to prevent pantograph-related issues on the railway track.