Rail Logistics and Indian Railway Zones
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What is the total track length in TSM?

  • 7.318 TKM
  • 16.464 TKM
  • 25.248 TKM
  • 76.131 TKM (correct)

    • How many operational tracks are available at the pre-tippler area?

  • 6
  • 20 (correct)
  • 15
  • 3

    • What distinguishes facing movement from trailing movement in rolling stock?

  • Trailing movement refers only to locomotive movements.
  • Facing movement occurs when the stock travels last through the crossing section.
  • Trailing movement is when the rolling stock first travels the crossing section. (correct)
  • Both movements refer to different speeds of the rolling stock.

    • What is the number of owned diesel electric locomotives?

    <p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is NOT listed as a track component?

    <p>Crossing rail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many track lines are present at the slag yard for loading G.slag?

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

    What is the total number of operational points mentioned?

    <p>183</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many motorized electric panel operated points are there?

    <p>168</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Rail Logistics?

    <p>To transfer goods on wheeled vehicles running on rails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which officer is responsible for the operation and business development of Indian Railways?

    <p>Chief freight traffic manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the maintenance activities of all equipment in the railway?

    <p>Senior divisional mechanical engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Senior divisional safety officer play?

    <p>Executing all safety-related operations in the division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Chief medical superintendent?

    <p>Managing train operations and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overarching structure of Indian Railways at the zonal level?

    <p>A matrix organization with HODs and divisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of engineer looks after the signaling and telecom aspects of a railway division?

    <p>Senior divisional signaling and telecom engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Senior divisional commercial manager?

    <p>In-charge of the commercial department of the division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wagon has the highest maximum capacity weight for slag loading?

    <p>BOXNHL/BOXNHL25T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum capacity weight of the BOXN wagon used in coal loading?

    <p>66 T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of wagon is used specifically for coal tar loading?

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

    How many operational track lines are there at the post tippler area?

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

    Which wagon has the maximum capacity weight of 64.89 T?

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

    What is the purpose of the change over points mentioned in the content?

    <p>To facilitate track change safely and smoothly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following wagons has the lowest maximum capacity weight for coal loading?

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

    What kind of track gauge is laid for rolling stock movement from MRDL/BDPK to HSM/CRM?

    <p>Broad gauge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for the rolling stock movement when it first travels the switching section of a point?

    <p>Facing movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of incoming raw materials are handled by road according to the rail and road coefficients?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finished good has the highest rail coefficient based on the given data?

    <p>DRI(Sponge Iron)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of lifted materials for the TSL-KHANDABO mine?

    <p>Rail and road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes the lifting permissions for the TSL-JODA mine?

    <p>JDM, JODA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which location is associated with just lifting through rail according to the content?

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

    What is the rail coefficient for slag in the provided data?

    <p>72.6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which raw material has the lowest percentage transported by rail according to the rail coefficients?

    <p>Coal tar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the detachment of railway power?

    <p>Closing the air pressure valve of the engine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a decouple/knuckle pin deficiency is found during empty rake formation?

    <p>Inform the RMHS and ensure compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after the empty wagons are inspected?

    <p>The TSM loco is attached for rake formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Once the outward load rake is loaded, who is informed for rake release?

    <p>The commercial staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary to ensure worker safety during the detachment process?

    <p>Wearing the necessary safety PPEs in good condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average monthly dispatch quantity of steel?

    <p>4 lacs MT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much DRI (Direct Reduced Iron) is dispatched on average per month?

    <p>30 thousand MT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material has the lowest average monthly dispatch quantity?

    <p>Coal Tar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the process for inward rake placement NOT include?

    <p>Unloading of materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many level crossing gates are there in total?

    <p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is NOT listed among the dispatch materials?

    <p>Fly Ash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unloading point is listed after the wagon tippler?

    <p>Track hopper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does DRI stand for in the context of materials dispatched?

    <p>Direct Reduction Iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rail Logistics

    • Rail Logistics is a method of transporting goods on wheeled vehicles that run on tracks.
    • It's a significant, cost-effective mode of transport for both short and long distances.

    Indian Railway Zones

    • India has various railway zones, including Northern, Western, and Southern zones.
    • Each zone has specific headquarters and divisions.
    • Key cities within these zones are listed (e.g., New Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Jabalpur, Chennai, etc.).

    Indian Railways Departments and Roles

    • Different departments manage operations, personnel, materials, and other functional areas.
    • Heads of departments (HODs) are responsible for specific functions within each zone and division.
    • Functional staff report to geographical managers and HODs, maintaining and operating assets.
    • Specific roles include Senior Divisional Personnel Officer, Senior Divisional Material Manager, etc.

    Few Dignitaries of Railways

    • Divisional Railway Manager oversees operations in a division.
    • Chief Freight Traffic Manager handles freight operations.
    • Senior Divisional officers are responsible for key areas of operation, maintenance, and safety.
    • Senior Divisional Personal Officers manage personnel.

    Wagons Used in Steel Loading

    • Various wagon types are used, each with a maximum carrying capacity.
    • Examples include BRN (Max. CC Wt: 69.1T), BFNS (Max. CC Wt: 64.89 T) etc.

    Wagons Used in Slag Loading

    • Wagon types used for slag loading, with varying maximum capacities (e.g., BOXN (Max. CC Wt: 68 t), BOBRN (Max. CC Wt: 65 t)).

    Wagons Used in Coal Loading

    • Different wagon types are designed for coal loading.
    • Examples include BOXN (Max. CC Wt: 66 t), BOBYN (Max. CC Wt: 62 t).

    Wagons Used in Iron Ore & Fluxes Loading

    • Wagons for iron ore and fluxes loading.
    • BOXN (Max. CC Wt: 66 t), BOBRN (Max. CC Wt: 65 t) are examples.

    Container Wagons

    • Used for HRC and sponge iron loading.
    • Includes container trains and flat bed rakes.

    Tata Steel Track Details and Rail Facility

    • Tata Steel has specific rail tracks for inward and outward movements.
    • Track lengths and operational details are provided for specified areas (e.g., 76.131 TKM track length).
    • Track layout diagrams illustrate specific segments of the rail system.

    Facilities for Rail Operation

    • Various details regarding track numbers, motorized panels, and other operational elements at specific locations are provided.
    • Numbers of operational tracks, electric panels, and locomotives are given.

    Track Components

    • Key components of a rail track are listed (e.g., stock rail, switch rail, stretcher bar).
    • Includes a diagram.

    How to Identify Facing and Trailing Movement

    • Direction of a rolling stock is explained (e.g., facing and trailing movement).
    • Diagrams explain the concept of how a rolling stock moves in relation to a point.

    Raw Material Handling

    • Quantities of various raw materials handled (e.g., steel- 4 lacs MT).
    • Breakdown of rail and road coefficients for different commodities is given.

    Details of OMQ (TATA STEEL LTD) Mines & Lifting

    • Organizational structure details regarding lifting and transporting raw materials.
    • Specific instructions in different locations (i.e., TSM, KHANDABO, JODA, NOAMUND).

    Outward Rakes Loading Details

    • Details of different types of raw materials loaded in outward rakes.
    • Materials include HR coils, cobble plates, slabs, and others (e.g., G Slag).

    Materials Dispatch

    • Monthly average quantities of materials dispatched like steel, slag, DRI, and coal tar.

    Inward Rakes Unloading Points

    • Diagram shows unloading points in the rail system.
    • Points are categorized (e.g., Wagon Tippler, Track Hopper).

    Railway Level Crossing Gate in TSM

    • Different railway crossing locations in TSM are labeled.
    • Numbered locations (e.g., LC#1, LC#24) are listed.

    Process for Inward Rake Placement

    • Step-by-step instructions for inwards rake placement in TSM.
    • Included are steps such as raw material admittance and power detachment etc.

    Process of Railway Power Detachment

    • Step-by-step procedure for detaching railway power from rolling stock.
    • Instructions are given safety procedure for workers.

    Process of Empty Rake Formation

    • Describes the process for forming an empty rake for transportation.
    • Includes steps for inspection, checking, and attachment for onwards transport.

    Outward Load Rakes Activities

    • Key task details involved in the outward process (i.e., informing crews, and final preparation for load).

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