Station Outstanding Clearance Procedures

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What should be the course of action when an employee is unable to pay a debt in cash?

  • The Administration should assess the severity of the situation and potentially impose disciplinary action if caused by negligence or inefficiency. (correct)
  • The employee should be immediately dismissed.
  • The employee should be transferred to a non-cash handling position.
  • The employee should be required to pay the debt in installments.

What is the procedure for handling commercial staff with repeated and substantial admitted debits?

  • The staff should be given a second chance to rectify their errors.
  • The staff should be allowed to continue in their current positions.
  • The staff should be transferred to a non-cash handling position.
  • The staff should not ordinarily be allowed to continue in their current positions if there is reason to believe the debits are due to negligence or intentional misconduct. (correct)

What measures should be taken to ensure fairness when addressing debits raised against employees?

  • The employees should be required to pay the debits regardless of the circumstances.
  • Employees should be given the opportunity to challenge debits and provide their own explanation. (correct)
  • The employees should be penalized immediately without further investigation.
  • The Administration should automatically accept all debits raised against employees.

When should the details of admitted debits be submitted to the Divisional Railway Manager?

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What action should be taken regarding outstanding debts that warrant writing off?

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What is the procedure when an employee objects to a debit raised against them?

<p>The employee's objection should be subjected to scrutiny and a formal disciplinary process if found to be unjustified. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Outstandings Branch of the Commercial Department?

<p>To act as a liaison between station staff and the Accounts Office. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Error Sheets in the context of admitted debits?

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Which of the following is a reason why sidings are vulnerable to the accumulation of outstanding?

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What should inspecting officials ensure is being done by staff regarding tariffs?

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What is the consequence of an employee's objection to a debit being deemed invalid?

<p>The employee may face disciplinary action, including recovery of the amount from their salary. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key function of the Administration in handling financial discrepancies involving employees?

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What is the primary focus of the 'special drives' aimed at clearing outstandings?

<p>To prioritize clearing outstandings older than three months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of maintaining statistics on station outstandings?

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What is the primary action required to recover a debit from a staff member's pay bill?

<p>Deduct the debit from the staff member's next paycheck (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for reconciling wagon placement with freight invoices?

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What is the role of the Railway Board in managing station outstandings?

<p>To set target levels for outstanding debts at the end of each financial year (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key metric for measuring the effectiveness of efforts to clear outstandings?

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What is the primary responsibility of the Commercial and Accounts Department in relation to station outstandings?

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What is the main objective of the monthly reconciliation process?

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What is the primary function of the Commercial Department in relation to station outstandings?

<p>To arrange for the prompt clearance of station outstandings. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame within which the Accounts Office should typically raise debits against stations?

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What is the deadline for stations to provide replies to debits raised against them by the Accounts Office?

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How should admitted debits of Rs. 10 and below be made good?

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What is the recommended course of action when a station staff member faces a large debit that cannot be recovered promptly?

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What is the primary reason for the requirement of prompt clearance of station outstandings?

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Who is responsible for raising debits against stations?

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What is the significance of the "special circumstances" mentioned in the context of debits raised against stations?

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What is the most appropriate action for station staff to take when facing a disallowance by the Cashier for short remittances?

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What is a possible reason for a debit to be raised against a station?

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In which of these circumstances are debts typically raised against stations within 6 months of the month the transaction was recorded?

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What is the recommended course of action for staff when faced with a disallowance by the Cashier for short remittances and base coins?

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When should the Accounts Office typically raise debits against stations?

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Which department is primarily responsible for arranging the prompt clearance of station outstandings?

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What is the time frame for stations to respond to debits raised against them by the Accounts Office?

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Which of these options accurately describes the situations where the Accounts Office should not typically raise debits against stations within six months of the close of the month of accountal?

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Which of these situations are considered as 'special circumstances' for the purpose of initiating debits against stations? (Select all that apply)

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What is the stipulated timeframe for recovering admitted debits of Rs. 10 or less?

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In cases of large admitted debits that cannot be recovered within a reasonable timeframe, what is the recommended course of action by the concerned staff?

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What is the role of the Headquarters Commercial Office in ensuring prompt clearance of station outstandings?

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What should inspecting officials specifically ensure regarding tariff updates?

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Which action is NOT part of the special drives launched for the clearance of station outstandings?

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What is the significance of maintaining statistics on station outstandings?

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What is the primary vulnerability of sidings concerning outstanding freight payments?

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During the monthly reconciliation process, which aspect is primarily verified?

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What is the main purpose of the prompt clearance of station outstandings?

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Who should primarily monitor the progress of clearing outstandings according to the outlined procedures?

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What criteria should be emphasized during special drives for clearing outstandings?

<p>Outstandings from admitted debits and those over three months old (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key responsibility of the Accounts Office regarding station outstandings?

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What is the primary responsibility of the Outstandings Branch in the Commercial Department in handling admitted debits?

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Under what circumstances should the procedure outlined in the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968 be followed regarding admitted debits?

<p>When an employee fails to provide adequate documentation to support their objection to a debit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended course of action when a commercial staff member repeatedly accumulates significant admitted debits and there is evidence of negligence or intentional misconduct?

<p>Refer the case to the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968 for potential disciplinary action (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the Administration to consider the feasibility of disciplinary action when an employee cannot pay an admitted debit?

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

What is the recommended course of action when admitted debits of Rs. 10 and below are detected?

<p>Allow the employee to pay the amount in cash without raising a formal debit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken to ensure fairness when addressing debits raised against employees?

<p>Allowing employees to object to the debit and provide any relevant evidence or explanations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Administration consider when an employee is unable to pay a debt in cash?

<p>The possibility of disciplinary action if the situation is caused by negligence or inefficiency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when a commercial staff member repeatedly incurs substantial admitted debits?

<p>Consider disciplinary action if the debits are not a result of genuine errors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cases where an employee objects to a debit raised against them, what should be done if their objection is deemed invalid?

<p>Disciplinary action should be taken according to the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Outstandings Branch of the Commercial Department?

<p>To act as a liaison between the station staff and the Accounts Office (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate course of action when an employee objects to a debit and provides grounds that are deemed insufficient?

<p>The employee should be subject to disciplinary action according to the Railway Servants (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the Divisional Railway Manager be informed about admitted debits?

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What should be the primary focus of efforts to clear outstandings?

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What action should be taken to ensure the prompt clearance of outstanding debts that warrant writing off?

<p>Prompt action should be taken to obtain necessary sanction for writing off the debt, either fully or partially. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of maintaining statistics on station outstandings?

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Within what timeframe should the Accounts Office generally raise debits against stations, with the exception of special circumstances and errors detected by inspectors?

<p>Within six months of the close of the month of accountal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended course of action for staff facing a large debit that cannot be recovered within a reasonable timeframe?

<p>Consider making partial payments from their own resources in suitable installments. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is NOT typically taken during the special drives launched for clearing station outstandings?

<p>Reducing the time frame for stations to respond to debits raised against them. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done about admitted debits over 3 months old?

<p>Special emphasis should be placed on clearing them. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Regular monitoring of tariff updates is crucial. Who are responsible for this?

<p>Inspecting Officials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for special attention to be given to sidings?

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What is the key objective of the monthly reconciliation process regarding sidings?

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What is the main factor contributing to the accumulation of outstanding payments at sidings?

<p>Failure to surrender railway receipts and pay freight promptly. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a crucial aspect of maintaining proper statistics on station outstandings?

<p>Ensuring all staff members are aware of their outstanding debits. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose behind launching special drives to clear outstandings?

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Who is primarily responsible for ensuring prompt clearance of station outstandings?

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How does the Railway Board contribute to the management of station outstandings?

<p>By setting targets for clearing outstandings at the end of each financial year. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT part of the special drives launched for clearing station outstandings?

<p>Imposing strict penalties on staff responsible for outstandings. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Employee Debits

Amounts owed by employees for errors or negligence.

Disciplinary Action

Measures taken when an employee fails to meet responsibilities.

Negligence

Failure to take proper care in performing a task.

Cash Handling Posts

Positions that involve managing cash transactions.

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Relieving Staff

Employees temporarily replacing others during their absence.

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Divisional Railway Manager

Manager responsible for overseeing railway employees and budgets.

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Writing Off Debits

Canceling or reducing an employee's owed amount.

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Objected Debits

Debits disputed by the employee due to errors.

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Outstandings Branch

Department managing unresolved employee debts.

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Railway Servants Appeals

Process for employees to contest debits and penalties.

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Station Outstandings

Outstanding amounts owed by stations that require clearance.

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Commercial Department

Department responsible for managing station outstanding clearances.

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Prompt Clearance

Quick resolution of outstanding accounts.

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Accounts Office Debits

Charges raised against stations for outstanding payments.

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Recovery of Admitted Debits

Process of collecting amounts acknowledged as owed by staff.

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Cashier Disallowances

Denials of reimbursement by the cashier due to errors or discrepancies.

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Instalment Recoveries

Collecting large debits in smaller, manageable payments.

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Heavy Debits

Large outstanding amounts that may take time to recover.

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Informal Suggestion

Advice given casually to assist in debt repayment.

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Serious Circumstances

Specific situations that may require different handling of outstanding accounts.

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Debits Recovery Action

Steps needed to recover a debit from responsible staff's pay.

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Inspecting Officials

Personnel responsible for overseeing tariff corrections at stations.

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Tariff Updates

Regular revisions made to station rate schedules and fares.

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Clearance Drives

Special initiatives aimed at reducing outstanding payments.

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Siding Holders

Entities or individuals responsible for freight in sidings.

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Monthly Reconciliation

Regular checks aligning outgoing wagons and freight invoices.

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Inward Wagons

Freight wagons arriving at the station for unloading.

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Freight Charges

Costs associated with shipping goods by rail.

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Demurrage

Charge for delayed unloading beyond a set period.

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Special Clearance Drives

Initiatives aimed at reducing outstanding payments systematically.

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Outstanding Corrections

Errors that need to be rectified in financial postings.

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Admitted Debits

Amounts acknowledged as owed by staff and require collection.

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Continued Neglect

Repeated failure to perform duties correctly over time.

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Willful Conduct

Deliberate actions that lead to mistakes or issues.

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Station Staff Liaison

Collaboration between station staff and accounts office for outstanding clearance.

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Recovery Process

Steps taken to collect amounts owed by employees.

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General Instructions for Clearance

Guidelines to ensure quick clearance of station debits.

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Scrutinizing Debits

Careful examination of disputed charges.

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Debits Issuance Timeline

Debits should be raised within six months of transaction closure.

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Discipline Measures

Actions taken to address employee inefficiency or misconduct.

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Cash Recovery for Debits

Immediate cash payment for debits of ₹10 or less that are admitted.

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Written Communication

Formal notice sent to an employee regarding penalties.

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Penalties for Negligence

Consequences imposed due to carelessness in duties.

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Instalment Recovery

Collecting larger admitted debits through smaller pay deductions.

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Railway Servants Discipline Rules

Regulations guiding disciplinary actions against railway staff.

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Staff Payment Suggestion

Informal advice to staff to pay large debits from personal funds.

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Liaison Role

Function of bridging communication between departments.

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Special Circumstances

Unique situations requiring different handling of outstanding accounts.

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Accounts Office Responsibility

Accountability of the Accounts Office for correctly raising debits.

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Timeframe for Replies

Stations must respond to debits within one week.

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Station Outstanding Clearance

The process for resolving overdue payments owed by stations.

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Accounts Office Timeline

Debits should typically be raised within six months of month-end transactions.

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Immediate Cash Recovery

Collecting admitted debits of ₹10 or less instantaneously from staff.

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Instalment Recovery Process

Collecting larger admitted debts through smaller deductions from pay.

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Staff Admitted Debits

Amounts acknowledged by staff as owed, requiring collection.

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Liaison Between Departments

The coordination between station staff and Accounts Office for clearances.

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Heavy Debits Handling

Guidelines suggesting how to manage large debits for staff.

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General Clearance Instructions

Guidelines designed to ensure prompt clearance of station debts.

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Debits Replies Timeframe

Stations are required to respond to debits within one week.

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Special Circumstances Handling

Different management procedures for unique situations regarding debts.

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Proper Tariff Posting

Accurate recording of tariff updates by station staff.

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Statistics Maintenance

Keeping records of outstandings for systematic tracking.

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Special Drives for Clearance

Targeted initiatives to reduce outstanding payments.

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Siding Holders Responsibilities

Obligations of entities managing freight in sidings.

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Outstanding Freight Payments

Unpaid charges related to freight delivery.

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Demurrage Charges

Fees applied for late unloading of freight.

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Admitted Debits Tracking

Monitoring amounts acknowledged as owed by staff.

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Railway Receipts Surrender

The act of giving up receipts for freight after delivery.

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Debits Recovery Process

Steps to collect admitted amounts owed by employees.

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Objected Debits Procedure

Scrutinizing disputed debits according to rules.

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Relief Staff Remarks

Comments from temporary staff on their debits.

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Recovery Sanction

Approval needed to write off or collect debits.

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Heavy Debits Check

Analysis of large amounts due to negligence.

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Final Order Communication

Written notice of imposed penalties for negligence.

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Commercial Branch Role

Bridge between station staff and the Accounts Office.

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Pecuniary Loss Recovery

Collecting monetary loss caused by employee actions.

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Timely Debits Issuance

Debits must be raised within six months.

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Study Notes

Machinery for Ensuring Prompt Clearance of Station Outstandings

  • Commercial Department handles promptly clearing station outstanding.
  • Liaison between station staff and accounts office is essential at divisional and headquarters levels.

General Instructions for Ensuring Clearance of Station Debits

  • Debits against stations should be raised within six months of the transaction month.
  • Replies to these debits are due within one week.
  • Debits of Rs. 10 or less, if admitted, must be paid immediately in cash, as well as any underpayments of remittances.
  • Larger admitted debits should be recovered through salaries or installment payments, if feasible, and in cash where possible.
  • For large outstanding staff debits, informal attempts for recovery should be made. If unsuccessful, disciplinary actions are considered if neglect or inefficiency is observed. Disciplinary action may be considered for continued neglect or inefficiency of staff.
  • Staff with consistent, significant, admitted, non-error-related debits should not be retained in positions involving handling cash.
  • Staff should be given opportunities to comment on the debits raised against them, and recovery efforts should then be made.
  • Written-off debits should be pursued promptly to secure necessary approvals and avoid delays. Prompt action is required for outstanding write-offs.
  • Objected debits should be thoroughly investigated and penalized for errors identified in accordance with Railway Servants' (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1968. The penalty may range from full or partial recovery from salary. The final penalty imposition should be communicated by written notice.

Outstandings Branch

  • This branch acts as a liaison between station staff and the accounts office.
  • Error sheets must be scrutinized.
  • If a debit should be withdrawn, the accounts office is informed.
  • If a debit is valid, steps are taken to recover it from staff salaries.

Inspecting Officials and Tariff Updates

  • Inspecting officials ensure proper tariff and rate update posting by staff. They review tariff updates ensuring they are up-to-date; rate advices and circulars are reviewed by staff.

Statistics of Station Outstandings

  • Maintain accurate divisional and headquarters level statistics to track clearance progress. Proper statistics are maintained at both levels.

Special Drives for Clearance of Outstandings

  • Aim to limit outstanding to targets set by the Railway Board by the end of each fiscal year, through collaborative special drives focused on admitted debts and three month older outstanding debits by the commercial and accounts department. Special drives focus on year-end clearance.

Special Watch at Siding Holder Outstandings

  • Closely monitor sidings where inward wagons are placed without proper surrender of railway receipts and freight payment and freight charges. (monitoring, record keeping, reconciliation to ensure proper payment and surrender of documents.) Special attention to sidings where inward wagons are stored without proper receipt and freight payment procedures. Monthly reconciliation of wagon movement at sidings, ensuring railway receipt and freight are appropriately accounted for. Ensuring up to date status of records is essential.

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