Railway Safety Procedures

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What is required before commencing operations that would obstruct the line?

Obtaining written permission from the Station Master (correct)

Notifying the Station Master through a phone call

Obtaining verbal permission from the Station Master

Obtaining permission from the train driver

What is the purpose of exhibiting banner flags, detonators, and hand signal flags?

To divert trains to alternative routes

To indicate the completion of operations

To provide warning to oncoming trains (correct)

To indicate the start of operations

In emergent cases, what should be done before undertaking operations that obstruct the line?

Bring the train to a stop and advise the driver through a written memo (correct)

Divert the train to an alternative route

Inform the Station Master through a memo

Obtain permission from the train driver

What is required after completing the work that obstructs the line?

Advise the driver through a written memo to proceed at prescribed speed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining written confirmation from the Station Master?

To confirm the blockage of the track Signup and view all the answers

When can the work that may lead to obstruction of the track be done?

During traffic block Signup and view all the answers

What should be ensured before commencing operations that would obstruct the line?

That all necessary signals have been placed at 'ON' Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for arranging to send a message to the Station Master for the need to block the track?

The railway servant undertaking the operation Signup and view all the answers

What should the official-in-charge do while approaching a level crossing?

Ensure safe passage of his vehicle over the level crossing Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for brakes on trollies and lorries working on Ghat sections?

Screw down brakes in addition to ordinary hand/foot brakes Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited according to rule 826?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should each railway issue for the working of trollies/motor trollies/lorries in certain sections?

Subsidiary rules Signup and view all the answers

How should each trolley/motor trolley and lorry be marked?

With its number, code, initials of the department, designation and headquarters of the official-in-charge Signup and view all the answers

Who should give consent for loading a trolley/motor trolley/lorry in a train?

The Guard in-charge of the train Signup and view all the answers

In case of an accident/emergency, can trollies/motor trollies be carried by Mail/Express trains?

Yes, they can be carried by Mail/Express trains with restrictions Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the official-in-charge regarding braking?

To ensure the adequacy of braking Signup and view all the answers

When is a Flagman with detonators deputed to precede or follow the trolley?

When a trolley is worked without block protection and a clear view is not obtainable for an adequate distance of 1200 m Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum distance required for the Flagman to exhibit a hand danger signal?

1200 m Signup and view all the answers

How many detonators should be placed on the line to protect the trolley?

3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of intermediate Flagman?

To relay signals Signup and view all the answers

When should the Flagman be withdrawn?

When a clear view of at least 1200 m can be obtained Signup and view all the answers

What signal should the Flagman wave to warn the official-in-charge of the trolley?

Red flag Signup and view all the answers

What signal should the official-in-charge wave to indicate that the trolley has been removed?

Green flag Signup and view all the answers

What is the distance between the detonators placed on the line?

10 m Signup and view all the answers

What is the safe distance from detonators to be exploded during testing?

45 metres Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using warning signals in a Block section?

To provide timely warning to the driver of an approaching train of an obstruction Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to take adequate safety measures during track renewals, gauge conversions, and doublings?

To ensure the safety of the work force and the trains Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended position for staff to observe the safety radius when detonators are being tested?

On the rear side of the wheel Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of signal lamp used to warn incoming trains of an obstruction at night?

Red flashing hand signal lamp Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of detonators in a Block section?

To protect an obstruction in a Block section Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule that prescribes the use of warning signals in a Block section?

Para 3.66 of General (Amendment) Rules, 1976 Signup and view all the answers

What should not be done with detonators?

They should be thrown in places from where they could be recovered Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when the Flagman cannot be seen by the official in charge of the trolley?

The official should arrange to take sufficient men with hand signals to repeat the Flagman's signals. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when two or more trollies are running together in the same direction on the same line?

The trollies should be kept at least 100 m apart. Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can a motor trolley be worked without block protection?

During the day, when visibility is good. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when a motor trolley is approaching another train or receives a signal from the Flagman?

The motor trolley should remove clear of the line and keep it in a safe position. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a list of 'sections of restricted visibility'?

To guide the decision to work under block protection. Signup and view all the answers

When can a motor trolley be used under block protection?

During the night, when visibility is poor. Signup and view all the answers

What is required when working two or more motor trollies together in the same direction on the same line?

A minimum of 100 m separation. Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for a motor trolley to be operated?

Special instructions from the Railway Administration. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Precautions before Commencing Operations

Before starting work that may obstruct the line, obtain written permission from the Station Master.
Ensure all necessary signals are placed at 'ON' and stop signals like banner flags, detonators, and hand signal flags are exhibited at prescribed locations.

Safety Precautions

When detonators are being tested, keep a safety radius of 45 meters and remain on the rear side of the wheel.
Staff should place themselves as far as possible on the rear side when observing the safety radius.

Warning Signals

Use red flashing hand signal lamps at night or red flags during the day to warn of obstructions.
Warning signals should be shown to give timely warning to approaching trains of obstructions like derailed trains, breaches, washaways, floods, landslides, etc.

Safe Working of Contractors

Ensure adequate safety measures are taken for the safety of trains and workforce during track renewals, gauge conversions, doublings, and bridge rebuilding.

Efficient Brakes

Ensure all lorries, trollies, and motor trollies are fitted with efficient brakes, and test them before each journey.
It is desirable to fit trollies and lorries working on Ghat sections with screw down brakes in addition to ordinary hand/foot brakes.

Working on Track Circuited Sections

Each Railway shall issue subsidiary rules for working trollies/motor trollies/lories in sections with axle counters or track circuits as part of the Block instruments or automatic signalling.

Conveyance of Trollies/Motor Trollies/ Lorries by Trains

Obtain consent from the Guard in-charge of the train before loading trollies/motor trollies/lories.
In case of an accident/emergency, trollies/motor trollies may be carried by Mail/Express trains with restrictions.

Protection in Block Section

When working trollies without block protection and clear view is not obtainable for 1200m, take precautions like deputing Flagmen with detonators to precede or follow the trolley and exhibit hand danger signals.
Where necessary, intermediate Flagmen should be posted to relay signals.

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This quiz tests your knowledge of safety procedures to be followed when the Flagman cannot be seen by the person in charge of the trolley. Learn how to ensure safe communication between the Flagman and the trolley operator.