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What is the primary responsibility of the Assistant Engineer?
The Assistant Engineer is responsible for inspecting bridges only once a year.
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What are the essential duties of the Assistant Engineer in respect of bridges and other structures?
Maintaining and ensuring the safety of all bridges and other structures under his charge, and controlling expenditure related to bridge allowance.
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect every bridge, including road overbridges, under his charge at least once a _______.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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Where are the duties of the Assistant Engineer detailed?
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The Assistant Engineer shall submit extracts of the orders regarding action to be taken arising out of his inspection to the Divisional Engineer.
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The Assistant Engineer shall maintain ______________________ records up to date as detailed in Part 456.
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What is the frequency of inspecting every bridge and structure in the sub-division according to the content?
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The Assistant (Bridge) Engineer is responsible for maintenance and repairs of bridges and structures.
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What is the primary responsibility of the Assistant (Bridge) Engineer in charge of bridges in a division?
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The Assistant (Bridge) Engineer shall forward the bridge inspection register to the _____________ by a nominated date.
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Match the following bridge structures with their primary maintenance responsibilities:
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What percentage of bridges are exempt from regular inspections?
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The Bridge Inspector is responsible for arranging for exhaustive repairs of bridges as and when required.
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The Assistant (Bridge) Engineer shall inspect all overbridge, including _____________.
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Study Notes
Duties of Bridge Officials
- The Assistant Bridge Engineer is generally responsible for the maintenance and safety of all bridges under his charge.
- He is responsible for the accuracy, quality, and progress of new works and controls all expenditure related to budget allowance.
Inspection of Bridges
- The Assistant Bridge Engineer shall inspect every bridge, including road over bridges, once a year by a specified date.
- The inspection shall cover foundation and substructures, protective works, bearings, and expansion joints of bridges and approaches, including Judith gates and other apertures.
- He shall also inspect the overall general condition of bridge works, including special attention to places vulnerable to corrosion.
General Condition of Bridge Works
- The Assistant Bridge Engineer shall ensure the general condition of bridge works, including bridges, culverts, and other structures, is maintained.
- He shall pay special attention to places prone to corrosion and take necessary measures to prevent further corrosion.
Record Keeping
- The Assistant Bridge Engineer shall keep records of his inspections and submit reports to the Divisional Engineer (Bridges) in the prescribed format.
- He shall maintain a Bridge Inspection Register and submit it to the Divisional Engineer (Bridges) along with his certificate of completion of bridge inspections.
Other Duties
- The Assistant Bridge Engineer may be required to accompany the Chief Engineer (Bridges) or other higher officials during inspections and discussions.
- He shall assist in preparing schedules for bridge inspections and ensure that all necessary information is made available for inspections.
Maintenance of Bridges and Structures
- The Assistant Bridge Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and repairs of bridges and structures, including foundation, substructures, protective works, and expansion joints.
- He shall ensure that all bridges and structures are maintained in good condition and take necessary measures to prevent further corrosion.
Duties of Assistant (Bridge) Engineer/Divisional (Bridge) Engineer
- The Assistant (Bridge) Engineer/Divisional (Bridge) Engineer in charge of bridges in a division shall verify the Bridge Inspection Register sent by the Bridge Inspector and forward it to the Chief Engineer (Bridges) by a specified date.
- He shall inspect bridges and other structures under his charge and submit reports to the Chief Engineer (Bridges) in the prescribed format.
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Description
This chapter covers the responsibilities of bridge officials, including the assistant engineer, and their duties in maintaining and ensuring the safety of bridges.
