Steel Structures Chapter IX
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Who is responsible for inspecting the steel structures in the railway?

  • Assistant Engineer
  • Divisional Engineer
  • Bridge Inspector (correct)
  • Chief Engineer

    • How often should the Bridge Inspector inspect the steel structures?

  • Once a year
  • At the discretion of the Chief Engineer
  • At a frequency decided by the Bridge Inspector
  • Once in five years (correct)

    • What should the Bridge Inspector record in the Structural Steel Inspection Register?

  • All the observations and remarks (correct)
  • The schedule of inspection
  • Only the repairs carried out
  • Only the defects found

    • Who should accompany the Bridge Inspector during the inspection?

    <p>Assistant Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a defect is found during the inspection?

    <p>Immediate repair should be carried out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the Assistant Engineer inspect the steel structures?

    <p>Once a year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a structure requires special attention?

    <p>It should be inspected more frequently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the report of the inspection?

    <p>All the observations and remarks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Structural Steel Inspection Register?

    <p>To maintain a record of the inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected during the inspection of steel structures?

    <p>The condition of the foundation, the foundation bolts, and the steelwork in columns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of inspecting the foundation bolts?

    <p>To check the condition of the foundation and the steelwork</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of wind lugs and brackets?

    <p>Their condition, tightness, and connection to the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of roof trusses?

    <p>Their condition, connections, and tightness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the condition of the elevation of the columns?

    <p>To ensure the stability of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of the connections between the columns and the roof?

    <p>Their condition, tightness, and alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of the fasteners connecting the steelwork to the columns?

    <p>Their condition, tightness, and alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the condition of the paint?

    <p>To ensure the corrosion protection of the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of the wind girders and their connections?

    <p>Their condition, tightness, and alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of inspecting the condition of the roof cladding?

    <p>To ensure the proper functioning of the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Bridge Inspector?

    <p>To inspect all steel structures in the railway at a frequency decided by the Chief Engineer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with the Structural Steel Inspection Register?

    <p>It should be maintained by the Bridge Inspector in a prescribed format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Assistant Engineer in inspections?

    <p>To accompany the Bridge Inspector during inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a defect is found during an inspection?

    <p>It should be recorded in the Structural Steel Inspection Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the Assistant Engineer inspect steel structures?

    <p>Once in five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of entries should be made in the Structural Steel Inspection Register?

    <p>all observations made during inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the nature of entries made in the Structural Steel Inspection Register?

    <p>Detailed and in a prescribed format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with defects found during inspections?

    <p>They should be recorded in the Structural Steel Inspection Register and repairs carried out as necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected during the inspection of steel structures in terms of foundations?

    <p>The condition of the foundation base and elevation of columns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected more frequently?

    <p>Only steel structures that require special attention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the wind girders and their connections?

    <p>To ensure they are strong enough to withstand wind loads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of roof trusses?

    <p>The condition of the roof trusses, wind lugs, and brackets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the elevation of columns?

    <p>To ensure they are properly aligned with the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of connections between columns and roof?

    <p>The condition of the connections between columns and roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the condition of fasteners?

    <p>To ensure they are properly connecting the steelwork to the columns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of columns?

    <p>The condition of the columns, including their elevation and connections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the condition of roof cladding?

    <p>To ensure it is properly maintained</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be inspected in terms of steelwork?

    <p>The condition of the steelwork, including its connections and elevation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect the condition of paint?

    <p>To ensure it is properly maintained</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fabrication, Erection, Inspection and Maintenance of Other Steel Structures

    • Inspection of steel structures should be carried out by the Bridge Inspector at a frequency decided by the Chief Engineer (Bridges).
    • The Bridge Inspector shall maintain a structural steel inspection register to record the results of the inspection, which should be submitted to the Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges) by the specified date.

    Inspection by Bridge Inspector

    • The Bridge Inspector shall inspect the steel structures, including fabrication and erection, in the workshop and on-site, at a frequency decided by the Chief Engineer (Bridges).
    • The Bridge Inspector shall record the results of the inspection in the structural steel inspection register.
    • Any defects or repairs required shall be reported and action taken to rectify them.

    Inspection by Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges)

    • The Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges) shall inspect the steel structures mentioned in Section 901, once in five years, and record the results of the inspection in the structural steel inspection register.
    • The Bridge Inspector shall accompany the Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges) during the inspection.

    Details of Inspection

    • During the inspection of steel structures, the following points should be examined:
      • Condition of foundation base of piers.
      • Condition and tightness of foundation bolts.
      • Condition of steel work in piers, wind bracings, railings, and other fittings.
      • Condition of rivets, nuts, and bolts connecting the girders to the pier.
      • Level and alignment of the girders and tracks.
      • Condition of fasteners connecting the rails to the sleepers.
      • Condition of girders in girder bridges.
      • Condition of steel work in steel bridges.
      • Condition of paint and coatings.

    Fabrication, Erection, Inspection and Maintenance of Other Steel Structures

    • Inspection of steel structures should be carried out by the Bridge Inspector at a frequency decided by the Chief Engineer (Bridges).
    • The Bridge Inspector shall maintain a structural steel inspection register to record the results of the inspection, which should be submitted to the Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges) by the specified date.

    Inspection by Bridge Inspector

    • The Bridge Inspector shall inspect the steel structures, including fabrication and erection, in the workshop and on-site, at a frequency decided by the Chief Engineer (Bridges).
    • The Bridge Inspector shall record the results of the inspection in the structural steel inspection register.
    • Any defects or repairs required shall be reported and action taken to rectify them.

    Inspection by Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges)

    • The Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges) shall inspect the steel structures mentioned in Section 901, once in five years, and record the results of the inspection in the structural steel inspection register.
    • The Bridge Inspector shall accompany the Assistant Engineer (Bridges) / Divisional Engineer (Bridges) during the inspection.

    Details of Inspection

    • During the inspection of steel structures, the following points should be examined:
      • Condition of foundation base of piers.
      • Condition and tightness of foundation bolts.
      • Condition of steel work in piers, wind bracings, railings, and other fittings.
      • Condition of rivets, nuts, and bolts connecting the girders to the pier.
      • Level and alignment of the girders and tracks.
      • Condition of fasteners connecting the rails to the sleepers.
      • Condition of girders in girder bridges.
      • Condition of steel work in steel bridges.
      • Condition of paint and coatings.

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