Indian Railways Forwarding Notes Quiz

<p>Timeliness of parcel pickup (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sender should be warned and informed about the defect. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any comments not recorded by the consignor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Certain commodities like ghee and ice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In all cases where the defect is identifiable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must be copied verbatim onto the waybill. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Permission from the Divisional Commercial Superintendent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Memo delivery shall not be granted without collecting the cost (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consignee must deposit the cost of the goods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All further deliveries on the basis of General Indemnity Note should be stopped (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To form the basis of contract between the consignor and the railway administration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>A separate forwarding note must be obtained for each defective consignment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An appropriate forwarding note must be executed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Divisional Commercial Superintendent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Three copies are prepared, with one each for the sender, Station Master, and Divisional Office (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hung up in the parcels office for staff guidance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Remarks stating 'too late to check'. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Once a quarter. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To establish a baseline for charges. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Four copies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One of the copies for preparing returns for subsequent months. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The delay is recorded for future reference. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>From 6 hours Saturday to 6 hours Sunday. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Accounts Office. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The average weight from the test weighment during the test week. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One copy is kept for record. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consignment will be booked at the railway risk rate with remarks noted. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If no rate is opted for the carriage of goods. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By weight or measurement, whichever is greater. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charge based on the sender's declared weight with a remark. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must be weighed at the first weighbridge station en route. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Accurately weigh parcels in sender's presence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Remark noted on all foils of the parcel way-bill. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Always, unless the owner's risk rate is applicable. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To understand booking procedures and charges. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Destination to weigh before delivery. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Guard must sign for the packages clearly in full and include the number of packages in words and figures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In duplicate using carbon process and triplicate for sealed vans to repacking points. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Descriptions of packages as found on way-bills and luggage tickets. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prepare a memo way-bill/luggage ticket based on package markings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A separate summary should be created for delivery to the Guard/Assistant Guard. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Items not packed according to prescribed conditions must have a forwarding note (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consignor is responsible for the correctness of particulars in the forwarding note (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General merchandise does not require a forwarding note (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>For certain goods as prescribed by the Central Government (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Booking parcels and goods traffic on Indian Railways (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A forwarding note must accompany the parcel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consignor is responsible for the correctness of particulars (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It must be approved by the Divisional Commercial Superintendent. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When a parcel contains excepted articles or dangerous goods. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Six months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hung up in the parcels office. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A certified true copy should be kept as a station record. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Obtain a separate forwarding note. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forwarding Note (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A parcels declaration note. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Execution in the presence of the Station Master. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The date and time of placing the vehicle as well as the return timing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Charge demurrage fees according to the established rates (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Form Com./C-4A for local and Com./C-4B for through traffic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In the numerical sequence of issued way-bills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The consignor's signature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must include specific columns for freight posted to each terminating railway (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It must be kept at the station (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To record specific details for those consignments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Possible penalties or fines may be imposed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A column indicating freight charges for non-Government railways (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To keep the consignments under secure custody until despatch. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Loading under the supervision of Government Railway Police. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Personally hand over the consignments to the next Guard. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Explain the rules to them and sign a certificate in the register. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Keeping consignments in the open while awaiting despatch. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sign in the loading book as a record of the process. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Large consignments must be kept locked and secured separately. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Summaries of consignments, signed by relevant personnel. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The integrity of locks to ensure they remain secured. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased risk of incidents or accidents during transit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A document forming the basis of a contract between the consignor and the railway administration.

A specific forwarding note for booking regular freight at a set rate.

A general forwarding note is valid for six months from the date of execution.

Required for defectively packed, damaged, excepted, explosive, or perishable items.

Forwarding notes should be kept, but certified copies should be made when sent away.

Details of consignments are included in this note to accompany a general forwarding note.

A list of merchants using general forwarding notes maintained for staff guidance.

The default risk rate for goods transported by rail when no alternative owner's risk rate is specified.

A specific risk rate where the owner assumes responsibility for damage or loss during transport.

Goods with subpar packaging, potentially leading to damage during transport.

Goods with existing damage or flaws before transport.

A document issued by the railway for goods received for transport.

A document that accompanies a parcel, tracking its journey on the railway.

A device used to determine the weight of parcels before transport.

Large quantities of goods transported using vehicles (truck or train).

A large scale used for measuring the weight of vehicles and their cargo.

A document listing vehicle details and planned stops for transport.

The process of carefully checking parcels to ensure they are properly packed, labelled, and in good condition before accepting them for shipment.

Detailed written descriptions of any packing defects, damage, or deterioration of the parcel contents recorded on the forwarding note by the sender or their agent.

Parcels must be securely packaged in strong materials like boxes, crates, or baskets to withstand handling and transport by rail.

Certain commodities have specific packing guidelines outlined in the Coaching Tariff, which must be followed for acceptance.

Parcels should meet the prescribed packing conditions, ensuring their safe transportation and limiting the railway's liability.

General descriptions of packing issues, like 'consignment not properly packed,' are unacceptable. The sender must provide specific details of the defects.

The sender or their agent should definitively state the packing defect or condition, like 'melons overripe, smelling' or 'tins enclosed in wooden boxes without dunnage on all sides.'

Certain commodities, such as ghee, ice, and asafoetida, require specific packing methods according to the Coaching Tariff and must be adhered to for acceptance.

In some cases, exceptions to the prescribed packing conditions for certain commodities may be granted with special authorization.

A document used to track the distribution of parcels, including any shortages or excess items.

The time when a parcel is received at the railway station, recorded on the distribution list.

A remark on the distribution list when parcels are received less than half an hour before train departure.

Refusing parcels received too late limits the railway's responsibility for losses.

Three copies of the distribution list are made: one for records, one for accounts, and one for the sender.

Regular checks of parcel weights by railway staff to ensure accuracy of billing.

Two schedules are created for test weighing: one for weekdays and one for weekends.

The average weight from test weighment determines the billing for the following three months.

Extra weighment conducted five days before a change in the system.

Four copies of test weighment results are prepared for different parties.

Delivery of parcels on an Indemnity Note requires prior permission from the Divisional Commercial Superintendent for specific cases, such as consignment claims by someone other than the invoiced consignee, consignments booked from abroad, multiple claimants, or consignments booked to the sender when the sender is unknown.

If a perishable consignment arrives with a P.W.Bill but no Railway Receipt, delivery can be made on an Indemnity Note after recording details from the P.W.Bill. However, the consignee must surrender the Railway Receipt within 10 days.

If the consignee doesn't surrender the Railway Receipt within 20 days after receiving perishable goods, they need to deposit the cost of the goods as per the prescribed schedule.

If the consignee fails to surrender the Railway Receipt or deposit the cost of the goods within 30 days of delivery, the Station Master will stop further deliveries on the Indemnity Note.

An Indemnity Note is a document signed by the receiver of goods, promising to compensate the railway company for any loss or damage caused by the delivery without a proper Railway Receipt.

There are four types of forwarding notes used for booking parcels and goods on Indian Railways: for dangerous goods, animals/general merchandise, explosives by Defence Services, and a general forwarding note.

A forwarding note is needed when you book goods that are owner's risk, perishable, listed in Schedule II of the Railways Act, not packed properly, or are explosives/dangerous goods.

The sender or their authorized agent must fill out the forwarding note accurately, and they're responsible for any incorrect information.

Section 64 of the Railway Act states that a forwarding note is mandatory for all goods, except those specifically exempted.

An Indemnity Note is a document signed by the receiver of goods, promising to compensate the railway company for any loss or damage, if the goods are delivered without a proper Railway Receipt.

Indemnity Notes are used for specific cases, like deliveries to someone other than the named consignee, goods from abroad, multiple claimants, or sender unknown.

A document that acts as the contract between the sender and the railway, therefore it needs to be carefully preserved.

Required for individual consignments that have defective packing, damage, dangerous goods, or items needing railway risk rate.

A parcel with subpar packaging or existing damage, requiring a separate forwarding note.

A log kept at each railway station to record staff acknowledgement of understanding and commitment to safety rules for handling explosives and dangerous goods.

When station staff handling explosives and dangerous goods are illiterate, the Station Master and Commercial Inspector must personally explain safety rules and sign a certificate in the register.

Consignments of small arms and ammunition are categorized as either 'small' (individual items) or 'large' (bulk shipments).

All small arms and ammunition must be securely stored under lock and key in the personal custody of the Station Master or Chief/Head Parcel Clerk until ready for dispatch.

Loading arms and ammunition into the train requires the presence of Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force staff who sign a loading book to confirm the process,

The Guard in charge of the train is responsible for loading, securing, and overseeing the safe transit of arms and ammunition, checking locks on compartments, and personally handing over the consignment to the next Guard.

Arms and ammunition should ideally be loaded in cages provided in the brake van, which are then locked with the key kept by the Guard.

If a cage is not available, arms and ammunition must be loaded in the compartment adjacent to the Guard's lobby, secured with bolts and padlocks with the keys kept by the Guard.

Both Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force staff must be present at the loading of arms and ammunition and sign the loading book confirming the secure loading process.

The Guard must maintain constant vigilance over the compartment containing arms and ammunition, checking its condition and the integrity of the locks at convenient stations.

A document created in duplicate at the train starting station to record all packages. One copy is kept at the station and the other is given to the Guard, ensuring proper package handover.

The summary includes a detailed description of each parcel, matching the information on the parcel waybill and luggage tickets. This ensures accurate identification of the individual packages.

Summaries for sealed vans are prepared in duplicate and one copy is placed inside the van. This ensures a record of the contents is available for inspection if needed.

When vans are sealed for repacking at specific points, a third copy of the summary is made and sent to the repacking station in advance, ensuring efficient processing.

The Guard must carefully compare the entries in the package summary with the actual packages and way-bills to ensure they have received the correct items in good condition.

A log book used to record the date and time a wagon is placed for loading and unloading, ensuring timely operations. It also includes the consignor's signature to acknowledge the timings.

Fees charged to the consignor for exceeding the free time allowed for loading or unloading a wagon. This is a way for the railway to recover costs from delays caused by the consignor.

Separate cash books are maintained for local and through traffic to track the payment of outward parcels, ensuring accurate accounting.

The cash book for 'Paid' parcels has columns for each government railway and one for non-government railways, allowing for easy tracking of freight charges for different destinations.

When a way-bill is cancelled, it's a record of a parcel that was not sent. The 'Record' foil is kept at the station, while the other foils are sent to the accounting office.