18 Questions
What are some of the basic functions of Control Organization in the railway system?
Supervising & regulating movement of trains, arranging crossing and precedence of trains, incident management, maintaining fluidity of yards, etc.
How does Control Organization contribute to train control?
By supervising and regulating movement of trains from station to station, arranging crossing and precedence of trains, and maintaining fluidity of yards.
What is the significance of giving time signals to all stations on the section daily?
To synchronize operations and ensure smooth functioning of the rail network.
How does Control Organization handle incident management on the rail network?
By promptly responding to incidents and coordinating necessary actions to manage the situation.
What role does Control Organization play in arranging engineering and/or power blocks?
To involve minimum disturbance to train running by organizing blocks strategically.
Why is the arrangement of speedy relief in case of accidents important?
To ensure quick response, minimize disruptions, and restore normal operations efficiently.
What are Master Charts used for in the control organization?
Master Charts are used to show the running of each Mail, Express, or passenger train over sections according to the scheduled running.
When must staff at a station give assurance in the Assurance Register?
Staff must give assurance in the Assurance Register if they are newly posted at the station, leave reserve staff, or regular staff returning after more than 15 days absence.
What information should be included in the Conditions for Granting Line Clear?
The principles of the System of Working at the station should be described briefly, along with specific points on the track where the line is required to be kept clear.
How are paths for goods trains worked out between trains carrying passengers?
Paths for goods trains are worked out and plotted in between the running of trains carrying passengers.
Why are Master Charts important for section controllers?
Master Charts provide guidance to section controllers in managing the running of trains over their sections.
What is the purpose of the Assurance Register in the system of train working?
The Assurance Register ensures that staff at the station comply with the Station Working Rules by requiring them to give assurance.
What is the responsibility of the station master for restoration of signals?
Station master should ensure that signal is put back to 'ON' after passage of the train as per GR 3.36.2 (b).
What special conditions should be observed while receiving a train on a non-signalled line?
Reception of train on non-signalled line should be observed.
What needs to be mentioned when setting approach signals?
Conditions for taking 'off' approach signals need to be mentioned with reference to the relevant provisions of the G&SR.
Why is it important for the station master to verify the complete arrival of trains?
It is crucial for the station master to verify complete arrival of trains before closing the block section to ensure safety and efficient operations.
What responsibility does the station master have regarding the setting of points against block lines?
The station master is responsible for the setting of points against block line.
What should be mentioned regarding the simultaneous reception/despatch, crossing, and precedence of trains?
Specific setting of points and traps for achieving desired signal overlaps/isolations should be mentioned.
Test your knowledge on the system of train working, including receiving and dispatching trains under special conditions such as setting points against block lines and reception on non-signalled lines. Explore any outlying sidings that may be involved in the process.
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