Railway Systems Chapter 13

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What is the numbering scheme for Annexures in a Chapter?

Annexure: A19-1, where A stands for Annexure, 19 stands for Chapter number and 1 indicates that it is the first Annexure for that Chapter

Annexure: 19-A1, where 19 stands for Chapter number, A stands for Annexure and 1 indicates that it is the first Annexure for that Chapter (correct)

Annexure: C1, where C stands for Chapter number, 1 indicates that it is the first Annexure for that Chapter

Annexure: 19-1, where 19 stands for Chapter number, 1 indicates that it is the first Annexure for that Chapter

Where are Maintenance Schedules located?

Appendix II

Appendix I (correct)

Chapter 21

Annexure

What is the numbering scheme for drawings in Appendix-II?

Drg no: 1-D3, where 1 stands for Chapter Number, D stands for Drawing and 3 stands for third drawing for that chapter

Drg no: 13-D3, where 13 stands for Chapter Number, D stands for Drawing and 3 stands for third drawing for that chapter

Drg no: 21-D3, where 21 stands for Chapter Number, D stands for Drawing and 3 stands for third drawing for that chapter

Drg no: 19-D3, where 19 stands for Chapter Number, D stands for Drawing and 3 stands for third drawing for that chapter (correct)

What is the purpose of Annexure: 13-MS2?

Maintenance Schedule Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of adopting certain stipulations?

They can only be adopted gradually in due course, whenever the signalling assets are due for replacement or whenever any major Interlocking alterations are being taken up. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Appendix I?

Maintenance Schedules Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of using the information in Signal Engineering Manual?

It can only be used for official purposes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of General Annexures?

For information and are numbered as Annexure G1, G2 etc Signup and view all the answers

Which section of Chapter 14 deals with the installation of LC Gates?

Section 2: Installation of LC Gates Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter of the IRSEM manual deals with ATP, ETCS, TPWS, IRATP, and TMS?

Chapter 13 Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Annexure 13-A1?

Breaking Distance Calculations for TCAS Signup and view all the answers

Which section of Chapter 15 deals with the maintenance of cables?

Section 5: Maintenance of Cables Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Chapter 16?

Power Supply Systems for Signalling Installations Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Annexure 12-A3?

Certificate of Testing of Locking Signup and view all the answers

Which section of Chapter 13 deals with IRATP – Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS)?

Section 3: IRATP – Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Annexure 12-A2?

Certificate of Overhauling of Interlocking Frames Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a Signal and Telecommunication Engineer in terms of staff management?

Ensuring strict discipline amongst his/her staff within the framework of the Rules Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Signal and Telecommunication Engineer incharge of Construction?

Ensuring the safe working of signals, points, and interlocking. Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of installations that a Sr DSTE is responsible for inspecting in a year?

20% of installations in his jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Transfer of Charge' statement?

To formalize the transfer of responsibility from one engineer to another Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of issuing traffic notices & Programme of Pre-NI and NI?

To ensure the safe working of signals, points, and interlocking. Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of submitting progress reports to Headquarters?

Monthly Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing the 'Transfer of Charge' statement?

Senior Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of periodical verification of materials at site?

To verify the quality of materials. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a Signal and Telecommunication Engineer in terms of maintenance?

Ensuring that no alteration to an installation is made without the authority of the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the joint inspection of works or important sections?

To formalize the transfer of responsibility from one engineer to another Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for executing certain specific works?

Sr. Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of submitting a Safety Certificate to Commissioner of Railway Safety/PCSTE?

To confirm that a new installation or modification is in use. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for deciding the percentage of installations to be inspected by a Sr DSTE?

Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the special maintenance schedules for SSE(Signal)/Incharge, Sectional SSE/JE (Signal) and Technicians?

To specify the maintenance tasks to be performed by each category of staff Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for top-initialing the blank muster sheets?

Signal and Telecommunication Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of inspecting and initialing the muster sheets?

To verify the attendance of staff Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of submitting periodical returns as per the standing instructions?

As per the standing instructions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preparing a handing over charge statement when relinquishing charge of a section?

To brief the incoming SSE(Signal)/Incharge about the section Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in the handing over charge statement?

The section particulars, sanctioned and proposed works, and general notes Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the SSE(Signal)/Incharge regarding the maintenance of office records?

To maintain the office records, registers, stores ledgers, and accounts correctly Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the muster sheets at the end of each wage period?

Collect and issue fresh muster sheets Signup and view all the answers

How should the time of inspection and the number of staff present be recorded in the muster sheet?

In ink Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 13: ATP, ETCS, TPWS, IRATP (TCAS) & TMS

ATP, ETCS, TPWS, IRATP (TCAS), and TMS are discussed in Chapter 13
Section 1 covers general requirements
Section 2 discusses European Train Control Systems (ETCS) and Train Protection and Warning Systems (TPWS)
Section 3 focuses on IRATP – Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS)
Section 4 covers Traffic Management System (TMS)
Annexure 13-A1 provides breaking distance calculations for TCAS

Chapter 14: LC Gates

Chapter 14 is about Level Crossing (LC) Gates
Section 1 discusses general information about LC Gates
Section 2 covers installation of LC Gates
Section 3 focuses on maintenance of LC Gates
Annexure 14-A1 provides safety measures to be provided at Level Crossings

Chapter 15: Cables

Chapter 15 is about cables
Section 1 covers general information about cables
Section 2 discusses paying out, trenching, and laying of cables
Section 3 focuses on cable laying in RE areas
Section 4 covers insulation resistance testing of signal cables
Section 5 discusses maintenance of cables

Chapter 16: Power Supply Systems for Signalling Installations

Chapter 16 discusses power supply systems for signalling installations
Section 1 covers general information about power supply systems

Annexure and Drawing Numbering

Annexures are numbered as Annexure: 19-A2, where 19 is the Chapter number, A is for Annexure, and 2 indicates that it is the second Annexure for that Chapter
Drawings are given in Appendix-II, with numbering scheme as Drg no: 19-D3, where 19 is the Chapter number, D stands for Drawing, and 3 stands for the third drawing for that chapter

Transfer of Charge

Instructions on "Transfer of Charge" are contained in Chapter I of Indian Railway Code for Engineering Department
Senior Divisional Signal and Telecommunication Engineer/Dy.Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineers shall carry out joint inspection of works or important sections as necessary
The "Transfer of Charge" statement shall be prepared in adequate number of copies, signed by both, and one copy sent to the Principal Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer

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This quiz covers various railway systems including ATP, ETCS, TPWS, IRATP, TCAS, and TMS, as discussed in Chapter 13.