Railway Accident Procedure

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What should be seized and recorded in case of an accident in a station yard?

Train register book (correct)

Line badges and point levers

Block instruments and signals

Station control panel positions

Who should jointly record the position of station control panel, block instruments, and other items?

Station master and train controller

Train driver and station master

Senior official and police officials

JE/SSE of concerned departments (correct)

What should be referred to for further guidance during an accident investigation?

Para 1108 (correct)

Line badge procedure

Station control panel manual

Train register book

What should the senior official do upon arriving at the accident site?

Carefully examine the track, train, or vehicle and make notes Signup and view all the answers

Why should the senior official verify staff members' eye-sight during an accident investigation?

To check if they were wearing glasses at the time of the accident Signup and view all the answers

In cases of accidents suspected to be due to sabotage, what should be done before commencing clearance and restoration operations?

Wait for the police officials to arrive and investigate Signup and view all the answers

What should be recorded in the event of an accident in a station yard?

The position of station control panel, block instruments, signals, points, point levers, indicators, keys, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the senior official's notes and sketches during an accident investigation?

To record evidence before it is obliterated Signup and view all the answers

What should be submitted at the earliest possible date to the Accounts Department?

A complete account supported by pay sheets and vouchers Signup and view all the answers

Who should witness all payment to labour at site?

The ADEN at site Signup and view all the answers

When can works be started on an Urgency Certificate?

When it is urgently necessary to safeguard life or property Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when sabotage is suspected on the track?

Advise the Police immediately Signup and view all the answers

What should be clearly stated on the receipt when Engineers obtain advances from Station earnings?

The purpose for which the money has been drawn Signup and view all the answers

Who should arrange to meet the Police Official at the place of occurrence in case of sabotage?

The JE/SSE/P.Way Signup and view all the answers

What should be reported to the DRM and PCE in case of flooded causeways?

All instances of flooded causeways, regardless of suspected sabotage Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum permissible depth of water for passage of passenger trains?

300 mm Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of indication posts?

To indicate the level of water above rail-level Signup and view all the answers

How should the indication posts be painted?

Black and white in 300 mm length Signup and view all the answers

Where should the indication posts be fixed in the case of Broad Gauge?

3 m from the centre of the track Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of special gauges in sections where Electric Locos/Stock and or Diesel Locos ply?

To indicate the depth at which these Locos/Stock have to be stopped from operation Signup and view all the answers

Who should satisfy themselves that the Permanent Way is intact and in a fit condition?

JE/SSE/P.Way Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum permissible depth of water for passage of goods trains?

450 mm Signup and view all the answers

What should be furnished in the site sketch in case of accidents?

The train number, the date, and Kilometerage of the site of accident Signup and view all the answers

Why is the north point indicated in the site sketch?

To provide a reference point for the site sketch Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended length of the site sketch?

300 meters behind and in front of the accident site Signup and view all the answers

How should each track of the Permanent Way be denoted in the site sketch?

By a pair of lines Signup and view all the answers

What information should be indicated at the point of mount in the site sketch?

The position of the rail joint on either side Signup and view all the answers

Why is the position of level crossings indicated in the site sketch?

To indicate potential hazards at the accident site Signup and view all the answers

What should be recorded in Annexure - 11/1B?

Track Parameters Signup and view all the answers

What should be indicated in the site sketch in case of derailed vehicles?

The position of all derailed vehicles and the marks left by them Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring the buffer/coupler height after uncoupling and re-railing on uncanted level track?

To check for buffer entanglement Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the measurement of wheel gauge?

At the horizontal plane passing through the center of the axle Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the tyre defect gauge?

To inspect the wheel profile Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of recording the payload in tonnes?

To record the particulars of the commodity loaded Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording the particulars of the engineer who issued the certificate?

To identify the responsible engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the ROH and POH particulars?

To provide information about the repair and overhaul history Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording the stamping particulars on the wheel disc?

To record the particulars of the manufacturer/RA/RD Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the ultrasonic particulars on the hub of the disc?

To provide information about the axle face particulars Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording the wheel diameter?

To determine the wheel's condition Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'End 1L', 'End 1R', 'End 2L', 'End 2R', 'End 3L', 'End 3R', and 'End 4L' particulars?

To provide information about the position of the wheel Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Accident Investigation and Clearance

In the event of an accident, the train register book must be seized, and statements from concerned staff should be recorded if necessary.
The position of station control panel, block instruments, signals, points, point levers, indicators, keys, etc. should be noted and recorded jointly with the JE/SSE of other concerned departments.

Preliminary Clearing Operation

The senior official who arrives first on the spot should carefully examine the track, train, or vehicle and make notes, sketches, etc. as soon as possible.
In cases where the accident may involve questions about the eye-sight of staff, the official should verify if they wore glasses at the time of the accident and had a spare pair with them.

Suspected Sabotage

Clearance and restoration operations should not commence until the Police officials arrive at the site and give their agreement to start the work after conducting a thorough investigation.

Financial Procedures

The Accounts Officer should be advised immediately by memo/electronically of each sum taken from station earnings.
Engineers obtaining advances from Station earnings should do so under a clear receipt, stating the purpose for which the money was drawn.

Payment to Labour

All payment to labour should be witnessed by the ADEN at the site.

Urgent Works

Works necessary to safeguard life or property, or to repair damage to the line caused by flood, accident, or other unforeseen contingency, may be started on an Urgency Certificate in accordance with Para 1103 of Indian Railway Code for Engineering Department.

Obstructions on Track

When obstructions are found on the track, they should be cleared after protecting the line and informing the nearest Station Master.
If sabotage is suspected, the Police should be advised immediately.

Flooded Causeways/Dips

Trains may be permitted to pass through flooded causeways when the depth of water above rail-level does not exceed 300 mm for passenger and mixed trains, and 450 mm for goods trains.
The JE/SSE/P.Way should satisfy themselves by walking over and probing that the Permanent Way is intact and in a fit condition.

Indication Posts

Indication posts should be fixed at each dip, one at each end of the level portion, with a flat bar attached to indicate the level mentioned above.
The posts should be painted black and white in a 300 mm length, with the flat bars painted white.

Sketch and Parameters

A sketch of the accident site should be prepared, showing the train number, date, and kilometerage of the site, and indicating the direction of movement and the names of stations in the rear and advance of the accident site.
The track parameters, locomotive parameters, wagon parameters, and coach parameters should be recorded according to the prescribed formats.

Wheel and Axle Details

The wheel and axle details should be recorded, including the measurement of wheel diameter, wheel gauge, and observation of wheel profile with a tyre defect gauge.
The wheel profile should be checked with a tyre defect gauge only.

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This quiz covers the steps to be taken in case of an accident in a railway station yard, including seizure of the train register book and recording of statements from concerned staff.