Livestock Booking Regulations Quiz
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What is the required advance notice period to the Station Manager for booking livestock?

  • 36 hours
  • 12 hours
  • 24 hours (correct)
  • 48 hours

    • Which form is required to be executed for the booking of livestock?

  • Form Com 627 G
  • Form Com 627 F (correct)
  • Form Com 627 E
  • Form Com 627 A

    • Which of the following guidelines must be followed when booking livestock?

  • Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
  • Transportation of Animal Rules, 1978 (correct)
  • Railway Act, 1989
  • Indian Penal Code, 1860

    • Which of the following sections does not allow livestock booking?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the space requirement for booking an animal weighing more than 300 kg and up to 400 kg?

    <p>1.40 sq m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the space allocated for booking a setline horse?

    <p>2.25 sq m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much space is needed to book a sheep with wool weighing 28 kg?

    <p>0.23 sq m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately how many pigs can be booked in a B.G. wagon/VPU with an area of 63.55 Sqm?

    <p>104</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the monetary liability of the railway administration for a single horse, as per section 103 of the Railway Act?

    <p>₹ 3000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a party declares the actual value of their livestock on the forwarding note and pays percentage charges, what is the extent of the Railway's liability?

    <p>Up to the declared value or market value of the livestock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Railway Act, under what conditions is the Railway Administration NOT held responsible for injuries to animals?

    <p>When the injuries arise from the animal’s fear ,restiveness or from overloading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are livestock typically charged by the railway?

    <p>Class LR-3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If excess animals are found at the destination station, what will happen?

    <p>Undercharges will be collected proportionately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of attendants required to travel free of cost with a four-wheeler Broad Gauge (BG) wagon carrying livestock?

    <p>1 attendant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Besides the free attendants, what is the maximum number of additional attendants that can be permitted to travel with the livestock?

    <p>2 additional attendants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for feeding and taking care of the animals during transit?

    <p>The Attendants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a rake of wagons contains multiple commodities, how are charges determined?

    <p>Charges are calculated on a per-wagon basis, with the highest class of commodity loaded in each wagon determining its charge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document is issued when RMC is booked free of cost?

    <p>Free Service Way Bill (FSW)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of charges are not applicable when RMC is booked under general service?

    <p>Wagon registration fee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum quantity of detonators allowed?

    <p>200 nos.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concession applied when RMC is booked in a train load of departmental wagons?

    <p>30% discount on all charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are wharfage charges not collected for RMC?

    <p>At railway premises exclusively used for handling RMC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for carrying Offensive Goods into railway premises without permission?

    <p>₹ 500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered an Offensive Good?

    <p>Decayed vegetable matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a charge applicable to RMC booked under general service?

    <p>Busy season surcharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rule is NOT part of the carriage guidelines for Offensive Goods?

    <p>They should be stacked at the station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document is executed for booking Military traffic?

    <p>Forwarding Note No. Com -691 F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of RMC Forwarding Note is required for booking Railway Material consignment?

    <p>Form T-1601</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between the charges for RMC booked under general service and RMC booked in departmental wagons?

    <p>RMC booked in departmental wagons are charged at a 30% discount.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if Offensive Goods are to be kept with general goods?

    <p>They must be kept at a safe distance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the loading and unloading of Offensive Goods?

    <p>Consignor or consignee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the weight of Nitro compound that is regulated?

    <p>705 kg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum quantity of grains that can be carried for a horse or mule every 160 km?

    <p>10 Kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be provided by the consignor regarding the animals' health?

    <p>A veterinary certificate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of platform is required for loading and unloading livestock?

    <p>High-level platform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required length and width of the ramps provided by the consignor?

    <p>5 m long and 1.5 m wide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of goods are classified as contraband?

    <p>Arms and ammunition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a required item for transporting livestock?

    <p>Annual veterinary checkup report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be written on the label tied around the animal’s neck?

    <p>Name and address of consignor and consignee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the transport of livestock in states where animal slaughter is banned?

    <p>Consignee must declare that livestock are not meant for slaughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with the copies of the permit during the preparation of the railway receipt?

    <p>One copy is kept as a record and the other is sent to the destination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done if packages are found to be in a broken state during transit?

    <p>The GRP and RPF should be informed immediately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the Railway Act states that no person can bring dangerous goods to Railway premises without permission?

    <p>Section 67</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for carrying dangerous goods without permission to Railway premises as per Section 164?

    <p>A fine of ₹1000 or imprisonment up to 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the advance intimation for booking dangerous goods?

    <p>The type of dangerous goods must be mentioned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done with unclaimed intoxicating goods at the destination station?

    <p>They are handed over to the concerned department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group does NOT classify as dangerous goods?

    <p>Non-inflammable packaged food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where must intoxicating goods always be stored during transit?

    <p>In lockable storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight of kit and bucket that can be carried with each horned cattle?

    <p>20 Kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to regulations, what should the consignor ensure is available for the livestock?

    <p>A first aid kit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prescribed length and width for ramps, that consignors need to provide?

    <p>5 mtrs long &amp; 1.5 mtrs wide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Besides the name and address of consignor and consignee, which information should be written on the label tied around an animal’s neck?

    <p>Certificate number and telephone number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these options is NOT considered a contraband good?

    <p>Chlorate used for industrial purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition is a license NOT needed for booking contraband goods?

    <p>When booked by someone lawfully entitled to possess them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required action for the livestock in areas where animal slaughter is banned?

    <p>The consignee should provide a declaration that the livestock are not meant for slaughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the regulations, which of the following best describes the handling of offensive goods at railway stations?

    <p>They should be brought to the station all at once and loaded directly into wagons without any intermediary storage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinction regarding the use of Railway Material Consignment (RMC) credit notes?

    <p>RMC credit notes are exclusively for the transport of Railway materials and stores by Railway officials in official capacity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the CORRECT procedure when booking offensive goods?

    <p>Advance intimation is given to the station manager, and freight payment is compulsory before loading.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Regarding the handling of offensive goods, which of the following is TRUE about their storage in relation to general goods?

    <p>Offensive goods must not be kept with general goods but may be kept at a safe distance if necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the regulations, what is the responsibility of individuals who contravene Section 67 of the Railway Act by carrying offensive goods without permission?

    <p>They are liable to a fine of ₹500 and are responsible for any resulting loss or damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the rules for booking dangerous goods, which of the following is a required procedure?

    <p>Pasting a pictorial label on packages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct procedure for handling packages containing dangerous goods?

    <p>Handling the packages with care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key requirement for booking explosive goods, regarding advance notice?

    <p>48 hours advance intimation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document must be produced in two copies when booking explosive goods?

    <p>A 'H Certificate'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight allowed for a single package containing explosive goods?

    <p>50 kg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with explosive goods to protect them from sun and water?

    <p>Using tarpaulins to cover them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What general rule applies to booking dangerous goods not listed in the Goods tariff but included in Red Tariff?

    <p>They are charged at the highest class rate i.e., 200.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of layers permissible for loading packages containing explosives in a wagon, assuming they are of the same size and weight?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key condition for booking explosive goods which fall under the 'Nitro compound' class?

    <p>Producing an 'A Form'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these actions is explicitly prohibited when handling packages containing explosives?

    <p>Using trolleys for carriage within the handling area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a handle required on packages containing explosive materials?

    <p>If the package exceeds 35 kg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speed limit during shunting operations for wagons loaded with explosives, when conducted in the presence of authorized employees?

    <p>8 KMPH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Generally, which route is NOT preferred for explosive goods booking, and for what specific reason is an exception made?

    <p>The longest route; exception to prevent transshipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prescribed distance within which open fires must NOT be ignited when handling explosives?

    <p>15 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the regulations, what is the minimum age requirement for personnel involved in handling explosive packages?

    <p>18 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a specific requirement for handling personnel concerning their footwear?

    <p>They should not wear shoes with iron soles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific information exchange is mandated between the railway receipt and the permit when preparing to transport intoxicating goods?

    <p>The permit number should be written on the Railway Receipt and the Railway receipt number should be written on the permit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for loading explosives in a wagon regarding its overall carrying capacity?

    <p>Up to 50% of the wagon's carrying capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are copies of the permit for intoxicating goods sent and kept?

    <p>One copy is kept as a record, along with the forwarding note, and the other copy is sent to the destination station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen if a consignment of explosive goods does not reach its destination within a reasonable time?

    <p>Tracing should be initiated and intermediate junctions should be notified.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which measure should be prioritized regarding the secure movement of intoxicating goods?

    <p>Intoxicating goods must remain under lock at all times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of shunting is NOT permitted for wagons loaded with explosive goods?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the handling process, which of the following items are handling personnel prohibited from carrying?

    <p>Match boxes and lighters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for the dispatch of packages and wagons carrying intoxicating goods?

    <p>All packages/wagons should be dispatched at a time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is primarily responsible for supervision during the delivery of intoxicating goods at the destination station?

    <p>The RPF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If dangerous goods are found in railway premises without authorization, what action may be taken against the person responsible, according to Section 164 of the Railway Act?

    <p>A fine up to ₹.1000 or imprisonment up to 3 years or both</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When booking dangerous goods, what specific information should be included in the advance intimation to the Station Manager?

    <p>The type of dangerous goods should be mentioned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the disposition of unclaimed intoxicating goods at the destination station?

    <p>They are handed over to the concerned department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary group used to classify dangerous goods?

    <p>Radioactive substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Booking of Live Stock

    • For booking livestock, owners must provide 24 hours' advance notice to the forwarding station's station manager.
    • Form Com 627 F must be completed.
    • The transportation of Animal Rules, 1978, issued by the Indian Agricultural Ministry, should be followed.
    • Livestock is not booked to/from specific sections (Neral, Pachora, Matheran, Murtizapur, Jamner, Yavatmal, Murtizapur - Achalpur, Mumbai city goods shed).

    Space Determination for Animals

    • Space allocation varies based on animal weight: up to 200 kg - 1 sqm, over 200 kg to 300 kg - 1.2 sqm, over 300 kg to 400 kg - 1.4 sqm, over 400 kg - 2 sqm.

    Space Determination for Horses

    • Setline Horse:
      • Female Mare (pregnant) - 2.25 sqm
      • Horseshoe age 6-12 months - 2.00 sqm
      • Horseshoe age 12-18 months - 1.50 sqm
      • Horseshoe age over 18 months to 2 years - 1.60 sqm
      • Female Mare with 6-month shoe - 2.25 sqm

    Space Determination for Sheep and Goats

    • Weight (kg) - Space (sqm)
      • Up to 20 - 0.17 (with wool), 0.16 (without wool)
      • Over 20 to 25 - 0.19 (with wool), 0.18 (without wool)
      • Over 25 to 30 - 0.23 (with wool), 0.22 (without wool)
      • Over 30 to 40 - 0.27 (with wool), 0.25 (without wool)
      • Over 40 - 0.32 (with wool), 0.29 (without wool)

    Booking of Pigs

    • Wagon/VPU area is 63.55 sqm.
    • Number of pigs per area is 104 (0.61 sqm per pig)

    Railway Monetary Liability

    • Animal - Liability
      • Elephant - 6000
      • Horses - 3000
      • Horned Cattle - 800
      • Camel, Giraffe - 120
      • Small animals/birds - 120

    Contraband Goods and Intoxicating Goods

    • Contraband goods include arms, ammunition, military stores (firearms, bayonets, swords, daggers, spears, bows and arrows, ammunition like Dynamite, Land mines, chlorate, etc.), and Military stores (materials listed in the Gazette of Central Government).
    • Bookings require a license, except in certain circumstances (government orders, legal possession, export/import, use, etc.).
    • Two copies of license with forwarding note are mandatory.
    • Arms, ammunition, and military stores should be written on packages.

    Intoxicating Goods

    • Intoxicating goods definition varies by state (e.g., Liquor, Heroin, Opium, Cocaine, Ganja).
    • Permits are required for booking.
    • Permits must include consignor/consignee details & name, address, contact if applicable.
    • Forwarding and destination stations should be mentioned.
    • Number of packages with weight and contents, permit validity.

    Booking of Dangerous and Explosive Goods

    • Goods with 'D' classification in General Classification Book are dangerous.
    • Rules in IRCA Red tariff no. 20 are followed for acceptance, booking, carriage, stacking, and handling.
    • Explosives are classified into 7 classes. (Gun powder, Nitrate mixture, Nitro compound, Chlorate mixture, Fulminate, Ammunition, Fireworks) -These commodities are not to be booked.

    Handling of Explosives

    • Handling explosives should be done in the presence of authorized Railway employees during daytime.
    • Heavy packages should be handled by two or more persons.
    • Other handling and safety precautions related to explosives (no open flames, no iron-soled shoes, no smoking, handling persons over 18 years old).
    • Explosives should be loaded up to 50% of the wagon's capacity (maximum of 10 wagons per station).
    • One layer of packages (up to 5 layers if same size and weight).

    Delivery of Explosive Goods

    • Explosive goods deliveries occur at destination stations; unclaimed goods follow legal procedures.
    • Goods types (Nobel safety electric fuse, Railways fog signal, Safety fuse, Detonators, Fine work, Gun powder, Nitro, Amorces) can be loaded in brake vans, parcel trains, or mixed trains.

    Offensive Goods

    • Offensive goods spoil other goods by odor and are defined by state laws.
    • No person can bring dangerous/offensive goods to railway premises without permission (Section 67).
    • A fine for violating Section 67 or bringing dangerous goods to railway premises is specified (₹. 500/-).

    Booking of Railway Material (RMC)

    • Booking requires specific forwarding note (T-1601).
    • Payment by freight credit notes.
    • RMC credit notes for material/stores.
    • Three copies of RMC credit note: record, booking station, accounts
    • RMC traffic carries charges based on class (LR1, 110).
    • RMC is free of cost & listed in IRCA goods tariff and coaching tariffs; waybill issued.

    Military Traffic

    • Military traffic construction/maintenance, sidings, and payment are handled by Railway and Defence.
    • Traffic is assigned priority (A).
    • Charges vary based on class (LR1,110).
    • Payment (Military credit notes).
    • Specific forwarding note (Com-691 F) is required for booking.
    • Military traffic includes military store types.

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