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Who is responsible for convening meetings of the Sanitation Committee?
Who is responsible for convening meetings of the Sanitation Committee?
What document should record the minutes of the Sanitation Committee meetings?
What document should record the minutes of the Sanitation Committee meetings?
Which department is NOT mentioned as having responsibilities in the sanitary arrangements at stations and colonies?
Which department is NOT mentioned as having responsibilities in the sanitary arrangements at stations and colonies?
Who retains possession of the detailed instructions regarding sanitation?
Who retains possession of the detailed instructions regarding sanitation?
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What is the role of the Chief Medical Officer concerning sanitation matters?
What is the role of the Chief Medical Officer concerning sanitation matters?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the Sanitation Committee?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the Sanitation Committee?
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What should be done with copies of the minutes of meetings?
What should be done with copies of the minutes of meetings?
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Who prescribes the constitution of each Sanitation Committee?
Who prescribes the constitution of each Sanitation Committee?
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What is the main role of Railway Sanitation Committees?
What is the main role of Railway Sanitation Committees?
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Who is primarily responsible for maintaining hygiene at less important railway stations?
Who is primarily responsible for maintaining hygiene at less important railway stations?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the items that the Sanitation Committees inspect?
Which of the following is NOT one of the items that the Sanitation Committees inspect?
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What is one responsibility of Railway Sanitation Committees regarding conservancy?
What is one responsibility of Railway Sanitation Committees regarding conservancy?
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What action do the Railway Sanitation Committees take before their meetings?
What action do the Railway Sanitation Committees take before their meetings?
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Which part of the railway sanitation responsibility relates to the protection against pollution?
Which part of the railway sanitation responsibility relates to the protection against pollution?
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What is the role of the General Manager in relation to Railway Sanitation Committees?
What is the role of the General Manager in relation to Railway Sanitation Committees?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Station Master at less important stations?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Station Master at less important stations?
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Which type of conservancy work involves the cleaning of indoor sanitary installations?
Which type of conservancy work involves the cleaning of indoor sanitary installations?
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What should be done to the parapets around wells used for drinking water?
What should be done to the parapets around wells used for drinking water?
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How often should the disinfection of wells be carried out?
How often should the disinfection of wells be carried out?
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What is one requirement for the area around a drinking water well?
What is one requirement for the area around a drinking water well?
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What is the purpose of plastering the exposed area of wells?
What is the purpose of plastering the exposed area of wells?
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What must not be permitted near a well supplying drinking water?
What must not be permitted near a well supplying drinking water?
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What feature is recommended at the top of the well's steining?
What feature is recommended at the top of the well's steining?
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What responsibility does the Section Engineer have concerning well disinfection?
What responsibility does the Section Engineer have concerning well disinfection?
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What is a key responsibility regarding outdoor conservancy?
What is a key responsibility regarding outdoor conservancy?
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What should the sanitary conditions of quarters ensure?
What should the sanitary conditions of quarters ensure?
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What is required for the cleanliness of licensed shops?
What is required for the cleanliness of licensed shops?
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Which department is responsible for jobs related to outdoor conservancy?
Which department is responsible for jobs related to outdoor conservancy?
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What should be done to the water in reservoirs periodically?
What should be done to the water in reservoirs periodically?
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Which action is prohibited regarding the use of reservoir water?
Which action is prohibited regarding the use of reservoir water?
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What must happen if a nuisance is reported in a community meeting?
What must happen if a nuisance is reported in a community meeting?
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What should be done to prevent unauthorized access to reservoirs or ponds?
What should be done to prevent unauthorized access to reservoirs or ponds?
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What is one significant action required for the exposed area of wells used for drinking?
What is one significant action required for the exposed area of wells used for drinking?
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What shape is recommended for the edge finish at the top of the well's steining?
What shape is recommended for the edge finish at the top of the well's steining?
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Which of the following actions is prohibited near a well supplying drinking water?
Which of the following actions is prohibited near a well supplying drinking water?
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How often should the disinfection of wells be carried out, as needed?
How often should the disinfection of wells be carried out, as needed?
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What is the recommended cleanliness radius around a drinking water well?
What is the recommended cleanliness radius around a drinking water well?
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What feature should the ground around wells include to channel water away?
What feature should the ground around wells include to channel water away?
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What should be done to the tanks used for conservancy work?
What should be done to the tanks used for conservancy work?
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What is a critical component to prevent spills on well parapets?
What is a critical component to prevent spills on well parapets?
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Which role is responsible for organizing the disinfection of staff-wells?
Which role is responsible for organizing the disinfection of staff-wells?
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What device is necessary for drawing water from wells to maintain cleanliness?
What device is necessary for drawing water from wells to maintain cleanliness?
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What is the primary purpose of the Sanitation Committee as outlined in the document?
What is the primary purpose of the Sanitation Committee as outlined in the document?
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How should the minutes of the Sanitation Committee meetings be managed according to the guidelines?
How should the minutes of the Sanitation Committee meetings be managed according to the guidelines?
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What should be ensured regarding the sanitary conditions of railway colonies?
What should be ensured regarding the sanitary conditions of railway colonies?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the Chief Medical Officer in sanitation?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Chief Medical Officer in sanitation?
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Which function is NOT typically associated with the Sanitation Committee?
Which function is NOT typically associated with the Sanitation Committee?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Railway Sanitation Committees at important stations?
What is the primary responsibility of the Railway Sanitation Committees at important stations?
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In maintaining sanitary arrangements, who is NOT typically responsible for specific roles associated with sanitation?
In maintaining sanitary arrangements, who is NOT typically responsible for specific roles associated with sanitation?
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What should be included in the inspections conducted by the Railway Sanitation Committees?
What should be included in the inspections conducted by the Railway Sanitation Committees?
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Which aspect is the Station Master at less important stations primarily responsible for?
Which aspect is the Station Master at less important stations primarily responsible for?
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What is a requirement for drinking water wells mentioned in the document?
What is a requirement for drinking water wells mentioned in the document?
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What action should be taken if a nuisance is reported during community meetings?
What action should be taken if a nuisance is reported during community meetings?
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How does the existence of Railway Sanitation Committees affect departmental responsibilities?
How does the existence of Railway Sanitation Committees affect departmental responsibilities?
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What is one of the key items to be inspected related to drinking water supply arrangements?
What is one of the key items to be inspected related to drinking water supply arrangements?
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Who is required to receive copies of the Sanitation Committee meeting minutes?
Who is required to receive copies of the Sanitation Committee meeting minutes?
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Which of the following is essential for the outdoor conservancy responsibility?
Which of the following is essential for the outdoor conservancy responsibility?
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During their inspections, what other area do Railway Sanitation Committees focus on besides latrines?
During their inspections, what other area do Railway Sanitation Committees focus on besides latrines?
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Which of the following contributes to the responsibilities of the Railway Sanitation Committees?
Which of the following contributes to the responsibilities of the Railway Sanitation Committees?
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In maintaining sanitary conditions, which of the following is specifically not monitored by the Railway Sanitation Committees?
In maintaining sanitary conditions, which of the following is specifically not monitored by the Railway Sanitation Committees?
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What aspect of conservancy is required for maintaining hygienic conditions?
What aspect of conservancy is required for maintaining hygienic conditions?
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Which of the following statements best describes the functioning of Sanitation Committees at significant stations?
Which of the following statements best describes the functioning of Sanitation Committees at significant stations?
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What is a specific responsibility outlined for the Medical, Engineering, or Operating Departments concerning outdoor conservancy?
What is a specific responsibility outlined for the Medical, Engineering, or Operating Departments concerning outdoor conservancy?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the responsibility for maintaining sanitary conditions?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the responsibility for maintaining sanitary conditions?
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Which condition is specifically noted as detrimental to the health and well-being of residents?
Which condition is specifically noted as detrimental to the health and well-being of residents?
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What is required regarding the water in reservoirs according to the guidelines?
What is required regarding the water in reservoirs according to the guidelines?
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What constitutes a nuisance as defined within the provided responsibilities?
What constitutes a nuisance as defined within the provided responsibilities?
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What protocol is established for any issues reported at meetings regarding sanitation?
What protocol is established for any issues reported at meetings regarding sanitation?
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Which of the following actions is outlined as unauthorized regarding the use of reservoir water?
Which of the following actions is outlined as unauthorized regarding the use of reservoir water?
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In terms of shop cleanliness, which aspect is emphasized as crucial to prevent health hazards?
In terms of shop cleanliness, which aspect is emphasized as crucial to prevent health hazards?
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What must be ensured for the surrounding area of drinking water wells?
What must be ensured for the surrounding area of drinking water wells?
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What is a responsibility highlighted for shops concerning food safety?
What is a responsibility highlighted for shops concerning food safety?
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Study Notes
Railway Sanitation Committees
- Railway Sanitation Committees are appointed at significant stations by the General Manager
- The role of the committees is to oversee and control sanitary arrangements in station buildings, yards, and residential colonies
- Committees act as an advisory and monitoring body
- The existence of these committees does not relieve operating, medical, or engineering departments of their regular duties
- At smaller stations without committees, the Station Master is responsible for maintaining hygienic and sanitary conditions
Sanitation Committee Meetings
- Meetings are convened by the Committee Chair at specified intervals
- Minutes are recorded in a Minutes-Book kept at the station
- Copies of minutes are sent to the Chief Medical Officer, Divisional officers, committee members, the Assistant Engineer, and relevant supervisors
- The Chief Medical Officer/Chief Medical Superintendent will address committee matters with relevant departments
Sanitation Committee Inspections
- Committees inspect premises before and after meetings
- Inspections focus on these areas:
- Conservancy: latrines, receptacles, dustbins, incinerators, trenching-grounds, septic tanks, effluent disposal beds, soak pit, sumps, flood and sullage water disposal, and condition of conservancy equipment
- Drinking water supply: reservoirs, filter beds, wells, drinking water tanks, and their protection from pollution
- Quarters: stabling of cattle, living conditions that could be detrimental to health and well-being
- Sanitary conditions of compounds, courtyards, and surroundings of quarters, ensuring excessive vegetation does not damage buildings
- Shops: cleanliness, proper meat, grain, and foodstuff storage, butcher stall cleanliness, fly protection, and prompt and proper disposal of waste
- Presence of stray animals and other nuisances, including conditions detrimental to health
- Committee members record issues and departments take action to address them
- In subsequent meetings, members follow up on previous actions
Conservancy Work
- Conservancy work is classified as:
- Indoor conservancy: Includes cleaning of indoor sanitary areas, collection of refuse generated in quarters, and transporting refuse to bins; this is the occupant's responsibility
- Outdoor conservancy: Cleaning of colony area, yards, drains, sewers, septic tanks, storm water drains, soak pits, and dust bins; this falls under the Medical, Engineering, or Operating Department
Sanitary Protection of Installations
- Reservoirs/Ponds:
- Fenced to prevent unauthorized use
- Water not used for bathing, washing clothes, or cleaning utensils
- Water is treated periodically with bleaching powder or disinfectant
- Overhead Tanks:
- Cleaned and limed as per a schedule
- Water is regularly disinfected
- Wells used for drinking water:
- The area around the well is plastered to prevent pollution
- Parapets are high enough to prevent spilled water or overflow from entering the well
- The top of the steining is finished with a triangular shape to avoid keeping vessels on it
- A paved platform with drainage surrounds the well to direct overflow water away from the well
- The ground around the well for 50m must be kept clean
- No bathing or washing near the well is permitted
- The well water drawing devices must be designed to prevent pollution
- Wells are disinfected as needed, often by the Medical Department
### Sanitary and Hygienic Conditions in Stations and Colonies
- Sanitation Committees are appointed by the General Manager at important stations to advise and monitor sanitary conditions in station buildings, yards, and residential colonies.
- Sanitary Arrangements for stations and colonies are the responsibility of the Operating, Medical, and Engineering departments, with detailed instructions provided to the Assistant Engineer and staff.
- Smaller Stations without committees delegate sanitary responsibilities to the Station Master.
- Sanitation Committee Meetings are convened by the Committee Chairman at regular intervals and the minutes are recorded in a Minutes-Book kept at the station, copies of which are sent to relevant officials.
- Sanitation Committees inspect the premises before and after each meeting, focusing on conservancy elements, drinking water supply, quarters, sanitation conditions of compounds, shops, and the presence of nuisances.
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Conservancy Work is categorized as indoor and outdoor.
- Indoor includes cleaning indoor sanitary installations, collecting refuse generated in quarters, and transporting it to refuse bins.
- Outdoor includes cleaning the colony area, railway yards, excavating earth, cleaning drains and sewers, septic tanks, storm water drains, soak pits, and dust bins.
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Sanitary Protection of Installations focuses on:
- Reservoirs/Ponds: Fenced to prevent unauthorized use, water regularly disinfected with bleaching powder, and not used for bathing, washing clothes, or cleaning utensils.
- Overhead Tanks: Cleaned and limed regularly, water disinfected.
- Wells: Exposed area plastered to prevent water percolation, parapet high enough to prevent water flowing in, paved platform around the parapet with drainage, ground around the well kept clean, no bathing or washing allowed near the well, and devices for drawing water prevent pollution.
- Well Disinfection: Carried out by the Medical Department staff, Section Engineer arranges disinfection at gang quarters and gate lodges.
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Explore the role and responsibilities of Railway Sanitation Committees established at key stations. This quiz covers their functions, meeting protocols, and how they integrate with other departments to maintain sanitary conditions. Learn about the importance of these committees in ensuring public health on the railways.
