Railway Painting Inspection and Monitoring
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What is the primary purpose of painting equipment in the telecommunication industry?

  • To increase the weight of the equipment
  • To act as a protective barrier against corrosion (correct)
  • To reduce the cost of equipment maintenance
  • To provide good aesthetics

    • Which of the following equipment does not require regular painting?

  • Cable route marker
  • Control room equipment (correct)
  • Antenna towers
  • Telephone stands

    • What is the recommended finishing for wood work in telecommunication equipment?

  • Bright red paint
  • Glossy silver finish
  • Matte black finish
  • Natural color varnish (correct)

    • Why is it essential to repaint equipment before damage occurs?

    <p>To ensure the equipment's long life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a type of modern painting technique?

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

    What should be considered when repainting equipment?

    <p>The original color scheme adopted by the manufacturer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following equipment requires occasional painting?

    <p>Control room equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of modern painting techniques like Powder Coating?

    <p>It provides a lifelong painting solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is painting essential for outdoor telecom items made of metallic case?

    <p>To protect the item from corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equipment usually requires marking for the position of telecommunication cable joints?

    <p>OHE masts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of an SSE/JE in regards to outsourced painting work?

    <p>Verifying the satisfactory progress of painting work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to avoid loss of material due to skinning and contamination of paints?

    <p>Keep containers securely closed when not in use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before applying paint to a metal surface?

    <p>Ensure the surface is clean and free from dirt, scale, and rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many coats of paints should be applied to a new steel work?

    <p>3 coats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done when repainting a structure if the old paint does not show any signs of blistering, scaling or cracking?

    <p>Use the old paint as a foundation for the new coat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring the painting programme is strictly adhered to?

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

    What should be done when mixing paints from pigments and pastes?

    <p>Mix according to standard specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided when mixing paints?

    <p>Mixing paints with kerosene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should paints be stored in a cool dry place?

    <p>To prevent skinning and contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done during the inspection of painting work?

    <p>See that the painting work is in accordance with the instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of painting outdoor equipment?

    <p>Once in 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of each SSE/JE in regards to painting?

    <p>To see that the telecommunication equipment under his charge is duly painted and clean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of maintaining a painting register?

    <p>To record the dates of commencing and completing the painting work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of painting emergency telephone socket posts?

    <p>Once in 1 year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the colour of paint used for marking on OHE masts for the position of telecommunication cable joints?

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

    Who is responsible for fixing the scale of paints to be used?

    <p>Sr.DSTE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for modifying the painting intervals for a particular area?

    <p>The corrosive effect of atmosphere and weather conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the painting programme?

    <p>To ensure that telecommunication equipment is properly painted and clean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of polishing wood work?

    <p>Once in 2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the colour of paint used for emergency telephone socket posts?

    <p>Black and white</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to patches of blistering, scaling or cracking on metal surfaces?

    <p>Clean the patches down to the steel and treat as recommended for a new structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used to clean the surface of metal before painting?

    <p>Scraping, chipping, or scrubbing with brickbats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with old paint on a metal surface before repainting?

    <p>Burn it off if necessary, and then scrape it off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should paint be applied to a metal surface?

    <p>With brushes, spread evenly, smoothly, and as thin as possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with brushes after use?

    <p>Clean them in proper driers after use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended frequency for repainting Telecom Towers?

    <p>Every five years, or earlier depending on the condition of the tower and climatic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the previous paint before repainting a Telecom Tower?

    <p>Scrape it off, taking care not to affect the galvanization of the members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color scheme is recommended for Telecom Towers?

    <p>International orange and white, in alternating 5-meter bands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for monitoring the timely painting of Telecom Towers in Railway Boundaries?

    <p>SSE/Telecom of the section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a deficiency is noticed in the painting of a Telecom Tower?

    <p>Convey the deficiency to the concerned agency with information to Sr.DSTE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of painting equipment in the telecommunication industry?

    <p>To act as a protective barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following equipment requires regular painting?

    <p>Antenna towers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended color scheme for repainting equipment?

    <p>The original color scheme adopted by the manufacturer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to repaint equipment before damage occurs?

    <p>To prevent corrosion and damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of marking on OHE masts for the position of telecommunication cable joints?

    <p>To indicate the location of cable joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended finishing for wood work in telecommunication equipment?

    <p>Natural color varnish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of modern painting technique?

    <p>Powder Coating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is painting essential for outdoor telecom items made of metallic case?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of repainting equipment?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier and maintain its appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when repainting equipment?

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

    What should be considered when modifying the painting intervals for a particular area?

    <p>Both the corrosive effect of atmosphere and weather conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of painting indoor equipment?

    <p>Once in 4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of each SSE/JE in regards to painting?

    <p>To draw out a schedule of painting for all the equipment under their charge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended colour scheme for emergency telephone socket posts?

    <p>Black and white paints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be maintained by each SSE/JE for telecommunication equipment?

    <p>A register of painting work done</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of painting outdoor equipment?

    <p>Once in 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to outdoor equipment that requires painting?

    <p>Repaint with a colour near about the original</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the painting programme?

    <p>To ensure the timely painting of equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the Sr.DSTE in regards to painting?

    <p>To fix the scale of paints to be used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of polishing wood work?

    <p>Once in 2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided when storing paints?

    <p>Leaving paints open to the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct procedure for mixing paints from pigments and pastes?

    <p>Mixing in accordance with standard specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the surface of metal before applying paint?

    <p>Clean and dry the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many coats of paints should be applied to a new steel work?

    <p>3 coats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done when repainting a structure if the old paint shows signs of blistering, scaling or cracking?

    <p>Scrape off the old paint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of an SrDSTE in regards to painting?

    <p>Ensuring the painting programme is strictly adhered to</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to avoid loss of material due to skinning and contamination of paints?

    <p>Keep containers securely closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to ensure the painting programme is completed in due time?

    <p>To ensure the equipment is properly maintained</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done during the inspection of painting work?

    <p>See that the outsourced painters are making satisfactory progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the equipment during the inspection of painting work?

    <p>Ensure the equipment is properly painted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to avoid skinning and contamination of paints?

    <p>Storing paints in a cool dry place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to a metal surface before applying paint?

    <p>Scrubbing the surface with brickbats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to patches of blistering, scaling or cracking on metal surfaces?

    <p>Cleaning the patches down to the steel and treating accordingly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should paint be applied to a metal surface?

    <p>Applying paint with brushes and spreading evenly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with old paint on a metal surface before repainting?

    <p>Scraping the old paint off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with brushes after use?

    <p>Thoroughly cleaning the brushes in proper driers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended frequency for repainting Telecom Towers?

    <p>Every five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the previous paint before repainting a Telecom Tower?

    <p>Scraping the previous paint off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color scheme is recommended for Telecom Towers?

    <p>International orange and international white</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for monitoring the timely painting of Telecom Towers in Railway Boundaries?

    <p>SSE/Telecom of the section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Painting of Telecom Equipment

    • Paint acts as a protective barrier between equipment casing and the corrosive environment, providing good aesthetics and ensuring long life.
    • Equipment should be procured with lifelong painting, achieved through modern painting techniques like Powder Coating.
    • Repainting is required when damage to the equipment casing takes place.

    Items of Equipment Requiring Painting

    • Regular painting:
      • Antenna towers
      • Emergency telephone socket posts and socket boxes
      • Marking on OHE masts for the position of telecommunication cable joints
      • Battery stands
      • Telephone stands
      • Train control telephone apparatus
      • Modem stands
      • Outdoor telecom items made of metallic case exposed to rains and direct heat
      • Cable route marker
      • Poles & Boards of passenger amenities boards
    • Occasional painting:
      • Control room equipment
      • Way station control equipment
      • Equipment racks and ladders

    Colouring Scheme

    • All wood work should be finished with natural color varnish.
    • Original color scheme adopted by manufacturers should be followed in repainting.
    • When there are patches of blistering, scaling, or cracking, these patches should be cleaned and treated like a new structure.

    Precautions

    • Paints should be stored in a cool, dry place away from flame or naked light.
    • Containers should be kept securely closed when not in use to avoid loss of material due to skinning and contamination.
    • Paints, especially quick-drying paints, should not be left open to the atmosphere.

    Mixing of Paints

    • Paints should be prepared in accordance with standard specifications.
    • Linseed oil turpentine should not be added to ready-mixed paints.
    • Mixing of kerosene with paints is forbidden.

    Painting of Steel Works

    • The surface of metal should be clean and free from dirt, scale, old paint, and rust before applying paint.
    • Painting should be done preferably during dry weather.
    • For new steel work, 3 coats of paints should be applied, including an approved primer and a specific color and quality.

    Inspection

    • Each SSE/JE should ensure that outsourced painters are making satisfactory progress and following instructions.
    • Each SrDSTE should ensure that the painting program is strictly adhered to and completed in due time.

    Painting Programme

    • Each SSE/JE should draw out a schedule of painting for all equipment under their charge.
    • The quantities required should be worked out based on the scale of paints to be fixed by the Sr.DSTE.

    Painting Register

    • Each SSE/JE should maintain a painting register, one page or more for each equipment on their section.
    • Record of painting work done with dates of commencing and completing the work should be regularly entered in this register.

    Painting of Telecom Towers

    • Telecom towers should be painted as per Civil Aviation Regulations.
    • Repainting of towers should be done every five years or earlier depending on the conditions of the towers and climatic conditions.
    • Painting of towers should be done with international orange and international white colors, alternating each 5-meter band, starting with international orange at the top.

    Additional Points

    • Emergency telephone socket posts should be painted with alternatively black and white paints for 15 cm length each.
    • Marking on OHE masts for the position of telecommunication cable joints and Emergency Socket post where available should be of red paint.

    Painting of Telecom Equipment

    • Painting acts as a protective barrier between equipment casing and corrosive environment, provides good aesthetics, and ensures long life.
    • Equipment should be procured with life-long painting achieved through modern techniques like Powder Coating, etc.

    Items Requiring Painting

    • Antenna towers
    • Emergency telephone socket posts and socket box
    • Marking on OHE masts for the position of telecommunication cable joints
    • Battery stands
    • Telephone stands
    • Train control telephone apparatus
    • Modem stands
    • Outdoor telecom items made of metallic case exposed to rains and direct heat
    • Cable route marker
    • Poles & Boards of passenger amenities boards

    Colouring Scheme

    • All wood work shall be finished with natural colour varnish.
    • Original colour scheme adopted by manufacturers should be followed in repainting.

    Painting Intervals

    • All wood work is polished once in 2 years.
    • All outdoor equipment is painted once in 3 years.
    • All indoor equipment is painted once in 4 years.
    • Emergency telephone socket posts and on OHE masts for cable joints and emergency socket posts are painted once a year.

    Painting Programme

    • Each SSE/JE is responsible for painting and maintaining equipment under their charge.
    • A schedule of painting for all equipment should be drawn up, including quantities required.
    • Work should be executed by an outsourcing agency.

    Painting Register

    • Each SSE/JE must maintain a painting register, with one page or more for each equipment on their section.
    • Record of painting work done, including dates of commencing and completing work, should be regularly entered in the register.

    Emergency Telephone Socket Posts

    • Posts should be painted with alternatively black and white paints for 15 cms length each.

    Marking on OHE Masts

    • Marking on OHE masts for the position of telecommunication cable joints and emergency socket posts should be of red paint.

    Precautions

    • Paints should be stored in a cool dry place away from flame or naked light.
    • Containers should be kept securely closed when not in use to avoid loss of material due to skinning and contamination.

    Mixing of Paints

    • Paints from pigments and pastes should be prepared in accordance with standard specifications.
    • Linseed oil turpentine should not be added to ready mixed paints.
    • Mixing of kerosene with paints is forbidden.

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