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The Assistant Engineer is generally responsible for the ______ and safety of all road works including bridges in his charge.
The Assistant Engineer is generally responsible for the ______ and safety of all road works including bridges in his charge.
maintenance
The duties of the Assistant Engineer are detailed in various chapters of Indian ______ Manuals.
The duties of the Assistant Engineer are detailed in various chapters of Indian ______ Manuals.
Railway
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect every ______ including road overbridges and underbridges once a year.
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect every ______ including road overbridges and underbridges once a year.
bridge
The inspection shall cover the ______ and flooring of bridges, approaches, and protective works.
The inspection shall cover the ______ and flooring of bridges, approaches, and protective works.
The Assistant Engineer shall submit extracts of the orders regarding action to be taken by the ______ arising out of his inspection.
The Assistant Engineer shall submit extracts of the orders regarding action to be taken by the ______ arising out of his inspection.
The Assistant Engineer shall arrange to maintain the ______ records up to date as detailed in Part 463.
The Assistant Engineer shall arrange to maintain the ______ records up to date as detailed in Part 463.
The Assistant Engineer shall jointly inspect the ______ and vulnerable points prone to corrosion.
The Assistant Engineer shall jointly inspect the ______ and vulnerable points prone to corrosion.
The Assistant Engineer shall submit the bridge registers with his certificate of completion of ______ inspections to his Divisional Engineer.
The Assistant Engineer shall submit the bridge registers with his certificate of completion of ______ inspections to his Divisional Engineer.
The ______ of Bridges and Structures will inspect every bridge in the sub-division once a year before the monsoon and maintain the records of his inspection.
The ______ of Bridges and Structures will inspect every bridge in the sub-division once a year before the monsoon and maintain the records of his inspection.
He will be responsible for the ______ and repairs to foundations, abutments, sub-structures, protective works, culverts, and approach roads.
He will be responsible for the ______ and repairs to foundations, abutments, sub-structures, protective works, culverts, and approach roads.
He will arrange for the ______ repairs as and when required.
He will arrange for the ______ repairs as and when required.
The officer nominated to be in charge of Bridges will verify the Bridge Inspection Register sent by the Bridge Inspector and after necessary inspection of Bridges, certify the correctness and forward it to the ______.
The officer nominated to be in charge of Bridges will verify the Bridge Inspection Register sent by the Bridge Inspector and after necessary inspection of Bridges, certify the correctness and forward it to the ______.
He will inspect all ______ bridges where member loss is noted, such bridges which have been referred to him by the ______.
He will inspect all ______ bridges where member loss is noted, such bridges which have been referred to him by the ______.
Such bridges which call for his inspection based on the correctness of the Bridge Inspector's registers.
Such bridges which call for his inspection based on the correctness of the Bridge Inspector's registers.
43% test check of the bridges inspected by the Bridge Inspectors every year.
43% test check of the bridges inspected by the Bridge Inspectors every year.
All other ______ structures like I.R.S., Culverts, and other structures of similar nature.
All other ______ structures like I.R.S., Culverts, and other structures of similar nature.
What is the primary responsibility of the Assistant Engineer?
What is the primary responsibility of the Assistant Engineer?
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect every bridge once in two years.
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect every bridge once in two years.
What type of records shall the Assistant Engineer maintain up to date?
What type of records shall the Assistant Engineer maintain up to date?
The Assistant Engineer shall submit the bridge registers with his certificate of completion of ______ inspections to his Divisional Engineer.
The Assistant Engineer shall submit the bridge registers with his certificate of completion of ______ inspections to his Divisional Engineer.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
The Assistant Engineer shall jointly inspect the bridges with his counter-part from the State Government.
The Assistant Engineer shall jointly inspect the bridges with his counter-part from the State Government.
What shall the Assistant Engineer do with regards to bridges that are prone to corrosion?
What shall the Assistant Engineer do with regards to bridges that are prone to corrosion?
What shall the Assistant Engineer submit to his Divisional Engineer after completing the bridge inspection?
What shall the Assistant Engineer submit to his Divisional Engineer after completing the bridge inspection?
What is the responsibility of the officer in charge of Bridges?
What is the responsibility of the officer in charge of Bridges?
The Assistant Engineer shall submit extracts of the orders regarding action to be taken by the Divisional Engineer arising out of his inspection.
The Assistant Engineer shall submit extracts of the orders regarding action to be taken by the Divisional Engineer arising out of his inspection.
What is the purpose of the Bridge Inspection Register?
What is the purpose of the Bridge Inspection Register?
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect all ______ bridges where member loss is noted.
The Assistant Engineer shall inspect all ______ bridges where member loss is noted.
Match the following bridge structures with their respective descriptions:
Match the following bridge structures with their respective descriptions:
How often should the Assistant Engineer conduct a 43% test check of bridges inspected by the Bridge Inspectors?
How often should the Assistant Engineer conduct a 43% test check of bridges inspected by the Bridge Inspectors?
The Assistant Engineer is responsible for designing new bridges.
The Assistant Engineer is responsible for designing new bridges.
The officer nominated to be in charge of Bridges will verify the Bridge Inspection Register sent by the ______.
The officer nominated to be in charge of Bridges will verify the Bridge Inspection Register sent by the ______.
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.
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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This quiz covers the responsibilities of bridge officials, including maintenance, safety, and quality control. It also discusses the role of the assistant engineer in ensuring accuracy and progress of new works.
