40 Questions
What should the Station Master do in case of a rail accident?
Get in touch with the Divisional Engineer and the Controller/Chief Controller and furnish complete information
What should the DEN do to assess the situation?
Examine the adequacy of measures taken for restoration of through running lines
What should the DEN do after assessing the situation?
Advise the position to the DRM and PCE with brief particulars
Who may proceed to the site in case of a very serious accident?
The Principal Chief Engineer/Chief Track Engineer or HOD nominated by PCE
What should be done with the fractured pieces of rail/weld?
They should be preserved and sent to RDSO for detailed investigations
Who should ensure incessant working until through running is achieved?
The Station Master
What should the Station Master arrange to organize?
Measures for expeditious restoration of through traffic
What should the DEN ensure after assessing the situation?
The fractured pieces of rail/weld are preserved and sent to RDSO
What type of records should be maintained systematically in the offices of SSE/P.Way (In-charge), ADEN and DEN?
Accident reports
Who is responsible for furnishing relevant particulars to the proper authority on prescribed forms?
DEN and Works Manager/Deputy Chief Engineer of Engineering Workshops
What is the purpose of clearing catch water drains and side drains before the commencement of monsoon?
To ensure free flow and quick drainage of storm water
What type of accidents fall under the Factories Act?
Workshop accidents
What is the purpose of maintaining records of accidents in Section Register?
To record important accidents, breaches, washouts and subsidence of track
Who is responsible for entering detailed particulars in the Rivers and Floods Register?
ADEN
What type of reports should be compiled by the Operating Departments for submission to the Railway Board?
Returns of accidents under specified categories
What type of records should be maintained in the offices of SSE/P.Way (In-charge), ADEN and DEN?
Records of all accidents
What should be removed from the waterways of bridges to ensure full water discharge of flood water?
Vegetation and other obstructions
What is the purpose of painting the Danger Level Mark on each pier?
To make it clearly visible to the Patrolmen, Special Watchmen and Drivers
Why should cross drains be provided at regular intervals?
To prevent water stagnation on the track
What is the purpose of surveying in hilly areas?
To locate loose boulders
What is essential for Patrolmen and Watchmen?
Training and testing for knowledge of rules
Why should loose boulders be dropped in a systematic manner?
To avoid damage to the track and surrounding areas
What should be kept in readiness at the headquarters of the JE/SSE/P.Way?
Spare trollies
Why must Motor Trollies be overhauled and kept in fit condition?
To ensure they are ready for emergency situations
Who is responsible for informing the railway servant concerned about a defect or failure in the equipment?
The Controller or the Centralized traffic Control Operator
What is the first step to be taken by the JE/SSE/P.Way on receiving a report of a defective track?
Arrange to collect the requisite details and take necessary action for quick restoration of traffic
Who should personally examine the track reported on for defects and make a detailed report to the Divisional Engineer?
The Assistant Divisional Engineer
What should the JE/SSE/P.Way do on noticing distortion of track or any other abnormal occurrence attributable to locomotives or any other rolling-stock?
Immediately impose speed restriction as necessary and arrange protection of the line
To whom should the JE/SSE/P.Way submit a detailed report after noticing distortion of track or any other abnormal occurrence attributable to locomotives or any other rolling-stock?
The SSE (Loco) concerned copying the message to the ADEN / DEN and Divisional Mechanical Engineer
What should the JE/SSE/P.Way do after inspecting the length of track reported on for defects?
Arrange to rectify the track and remove or modify the restriction imposed
What is the role of the SSE (Loco) in case of distortion of track or any other abnormal occurrence attributable to locomotives or any other rolling-stock?
To receive a report from the JE/SSE/P.Way and copy the message to the ADEN / DEN and Divisional Mechanical Engineer
What should the JE/SSE/P.Way do after arranging to collect the requisite details and taking necessary action for quick restoration of traffic?
Proceed to the site and inspect the length of track reported on
On which part of the wheel should the three measurements be taken?
Inner periphery of the wheel
What is the purpose of taking measurements at equal spacing on the inner periphery of the two wheels on the same axle?
To check for bent axle and wheel gauge
Which side of the Electric Loco is wheel number one located?
Cab-1
What is the reference drawing number for measuring wheels on WAP5 locos?
SKDL-4447
What is the condition under which the information about wheel gauge is relevant?
In case of wheel disc shifting/bent axle only
What is the purpose of checking for bent axle?
To ensure safety
Where should the measurements of wheels be taken on a diesel loco?
On the outer end axle under the short hood
What is the reference drawing number for measuring wheels on all locomotives except WAP5 locos?
SKDL-3592
Study Notes
Restoration of Through Running Lines
- In case of accidents or defects, the JE/SSE/P.Way should inform the Divisional Engineer and Controller/Chief Controller, furnishing complete information and the probable time for restoration.
- The JE/SSE/P.Way should arrange for expeditious restoration of through traffic and ensure incessant working until through running is achieved.
- A preliminary report should be prepared.
Action by DEN
- The DEN should examine the adequacy of measures taken for restoration of through running lines and ensure expeditious work.
- The DEN should assess and advise the position to the DRM and PCE, with brief particulars, and probable time of restoration.
- A report should be prepared and submitted to the PCE and DRM.
- The DEN should ensure that fractured pieces of rail/weld are preserved and sent to RDSO for detailed investigations.
Action in Case of Defective Track
- The JE/SSE/P.Way should arrange to collect requisite details and take necessary action for quick restoration of traffic.
- The JE/SSE/P.Way should submit a detailed report to the Assistant Divisional Engineer and copy the same to the Divisional Engineer.
- The Assistant Divisional Engineer should personally examine the track reported on for defects and make a detailed report to the Divisional Engineer.
Records of Accidents
- All important accidents, breaches, washouts, and subsidence of track should be carefully recorded with complete particulars in the Section Register by SSE/P.Way.
- Records of all accidents should be maintained systematically in the offices of SSE/P.Way (In-charge), ADEN, and DEN.
Pre-Monsoon Precautions
- All catch water drains and side drains must be cleared of silt, vegetation, and other obstructions to ensure free flow and quick drainage of storm water.
- The waterways of bridges must be cleared of vegetation and other obstructions.
- Protective and River Training Works must be maintained in good condition and repairs carried out wherever necessary.
- The High Flood Level (HFL), Full Supply Level (FSL), and Danger Level (DL) must be painted on bridges.
This quiz covers the procedures to be followed in case of disruption of through traffic and the measures to be taken to restore it. It includes communication with the Divisional Engineer and the Controller/Chief Controller, organizing measures for expeditious restoration, and submitting a preliminary report.
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