Quality Audit report Of Coaching Depot Ahmedabad, W Rly ...

Quality Audit report

Of

Coaching Depot

Ahmedabad, W Rly

Report no. 55/2012

APRIL 2012

(Audit is done by QA Mech Dte of RDSO)

Co-ordinated by

Quality Assurance (Mechanical) Directorate

Research Designs & Standards Organisation Manak Nagar, Lucknow - 226011

of 25 Coaching depot - ADI, W Rly April 2012

Quality audit Report of

Ahmedabad Coaching Depot, Western Railway

1.0 Introduction

Quality audit of Ahmedabad (BG) Coaching Depot, Western Railway was conducted by a team of RDSO as per Railway Board’s letter No.2012/M/W/814/5 dated 20.03.2012.

1.1 Audit team - Shri M Dayal, DIR/ED/RDSO and Shri S D Pandit, SIO/I&L.

1.2 Dates of audit – 23.04.2012 & 24.04.2012.

1.3 Escorting officials - Shri A Gupta, SrDME(C&W)/ADI, Shri Vijay, CDO/ADI, and key supervisors.

1.4 Scope of audit - Sick Line, IOH of coaches, Stores, Washing Lines, Rolling in/Rolling out points, Linen room and Mechanized laundry.

2.0 Brief about Ahmedabad Coaching Depot

ADI coaching depot has a holding of 478 coaches (a Major depot as per categorisation). IOH of Coaches is attended in Kankaria. One (longest) washing line has a capacity of 18 coaches, and three others have a capacity of 17 coaches each. A Mechanized laundry is sanctioned for the depot and is expected to be commissioned within two to three months.

3.0 Strengths

NIL

4.0 Weaknesses

4.1 Rolling-in/rolling-out examination are not available to facilitate examination specially in unfriendly seasons.

4.2 Coach cleaning contract is in execution. However, suitable garbage disposal provisioning is not included in the contract. Though the contract is available for coaches, the scope does not include pitline, sick line, and office areas. The cleanliness of pitline, sickline needs to be improved.

4.3 Illumination in the depot is not satisfactory.

4.4 Potable water for coach watering and pressure water tank filling system is not available.

4.5 No system exists for high pressure cleaning in the pitlines area which affects coach cleaning internally and externally.

4.6 Availability of brake blocks has been always hand to mouth as such bake block are not being changed on bogie set.


4.7 The coaches received from POH shops were found having deficiencies specially in the area of passenger amenity items and also safety items.

4.8 The major M&Ps are not available as per standard list.

4.9 Emergency equipment such as Draft link complete, ‘O’ Rings wooden plugs are not available at platform C&W office.

4.10 Coach lifting facility with EOT crane and hydrant water for overhead tank attention is not available.


Quality Assurance Directorate (Mechanical) RDSO Lucknow

Check sheet for Quality audit of coaching depot

Primary maintenance attention and sick line attention

(Based on CAMTECH Maintenance Manual for BG coaches

and Railway Board / RDSO’s guidelines)

SN Item Clause Observation 1. Periodicity of periodic overhauls (POH) in

designated workshops is being followed. 103 of Chg.Manual Table 1.1 and correction slip 5 issued in 2008 RB letter no. 2007/M ( C)/141/1 dtd 26.09.08

Coach holding – 478 Overdue POH - NIL

2. Maintenance schedules to be followed in coaching depots

To maintain coaching stock in good condition, the following maintenance schedules are prescribed to be carried out in carriage depots on divisions where rake has been based for primary maintenance.

112(a) of Chg. Manual and Correction slip 5 for coaching maintenance manual issued in 2008 RB letter no. 2007/M ( C)/141/1 dtd 26.09.08

3. Schedule A - Monthly (1 month ± 3 days) in rake

Coach holding – 478 Overdue Sch A – Nil

4. Schedule B -Quarterly (3 month ± 7 days) in rake

Coach holding – 478 Overdue Sch B - Nil

5. IOH attention - detach coaches Periodicity of IOH attention:

Coach Category

Periodicity

New coach at interval of 12 months in Depot

Rajdhani Satabdi (Conv)

at interval of 9 months in workshop

Mail / Express at interval of 9

months in depot

Passenger at interval of 9

months in depot

Other OCVs at interval of 12 months in depot

Tolerance for IOH may be kept as + 30/-0 days. Maintenance activities to be carried out during schedules should be as per Appendix-F & G. For IOH attention of newly built coaches, guidelines as circulated vide RB’s letter no. 2007/M ( C)/141/1 dtd 06.08.09

Coach holding – 478 Overdue POH - NIL

6. Primary maintenance schedules are required to be carried out by the base depots to which coaches are allotted. In emergency, when due to any reason coaches cannot reach their base depots and primary maintenance schedules become due, A & B schedules should be undertaken by the carriage depots where the coaches are available. ‘C’ schedule should be done at base depot.

112(b) of Chg.Manual Yes, Schedules are being carried out by base depot

7. Examination of originating trains: 107 a of Chg. Manual


SN Item Clause Observation 7.1 All trains must be examined by the

mechanical train examining staff before despatch to ensure all coaches are in fit condition without rejectable defects.

107 a (i) of Chg. Manual

Yes, All originating trains are being examined

8. Terminating Examination of Passenger Trains – Rolling in examination.

107 b of Chg. Manual

8.1 Site shall provide unobstructed view of under gear from both sides.

107 (b)(i)(a) of Chg.Manual

Yes

8.2 Should have adequate space for fixing the lighting arrangement and for staff

107 (b)(i)(d) of Chg.Manual

Yes, adequate space is available

8.3 As the train passes the nominated point, C&W staff should watch out vigilantly for loose/hanging/broken under gear parts of the coaches, any unusual sound coming from the coaches or any other abnormality in the coaches.

107(b)(iv) of Chg.Manual Yes, C&W staffs are watching the trains when train passes the nominated point.

8.4 Temperature of the axle boxes should be measured preferably with the help of the electronic temperature measuring device.

107(b)(vi) of Chg.Manual Axle box temperatures are being measured by non contact thermometer.

9. Revised maintenance pattern for coaching trains circulated vide Railway Board’s letter No.95/M(C)/141/1 dt.31.01.07

Railway Board’s letter No.95/M(C)/141/1 dt.31.01.07

9.1 While permitting introduction of round trip primary pattern of maintenance on coaching trains, approved mandatory condition at primary end and other end as detailed in Railway Board’s letter No.95/M(C)/141/1 dt.31.01.07 is followed.

Railway Board’s letter No.95/M(C)/141/1 dt.31.01.07

Rake link is available; record of control message regarding permission of introduction of new trains is available.

9.1.1 Primary End

i) The brake gearing should be properly

adjusted including the slack adjuster ‘A’

dimension & the brake cylinder stroke to

ensure 100% brake power

-do- Yes, it is attended (81 coaches are running with conventional brake cylinders).

ii) Brake blocks should be changed in bogie sets only

-do- Brake blocks are being changed in same axle only due to shortage.

iii) All missing passenger amenity fittings must be replaced and the rake must be turned out as ‘Zero-Missing-Fitting’ rake.

-do- Yes, it is being done.

iv) Intensive cleaning of coach toilets and lavatory.

-do- Yes, it is being done.

v) Clear maintenance time of 6 hours on the pit as per train schedule.

-do- Yes, it is being followed.

vi) Provision of proper washing cum maintenance pit line facility with adequate testing equipment and high pressure jet cleaning plant at primary end.

-do- Available but high pressure pipe line is available only on one pit line.

vii) Adequate gang strength with proper supervision

-do- Yard stick based Requirement : 1168 Actual Sanction : 527 On roll : 453 Vacancy against Sanction : 84


SN Item Clause Observation

Shortage against Sanction: 641 Total Shortage : 725

9.1.2 The Other End

i) Whenever the lie-over is more than 2 hours

at the platform or the rake is stabled in the

yard, the rake should be locked and positive

security should be provided

-do- Yes, rake is being locked.

ii) The minimum infrastructure to be provided at the platforms from where trains are returned without secondary maintenance should be is available

-do- Proper lighting facility and apron is not available in platform.

iii) A joint safety certificate covering each clause of mandatory conditions will be issued by mechanical and operating branches at divisional level prior to changing over any train to revised coaching maintenance pattern.

-do- Pertains to Div. HQ

10. Rake maintenance link has provision of maintenance time (pit attention) of 6 hrs at primary end to enable intensive attention.

108 of Chg. Manual and Policy circular no. 4

Yes, all trains are being maintained.

11. Internal cleaning, Passenger amenity attention and watering is done at platform line or nominated stabling line provided stipulated facilities are available at such line is followed

108 of Chg.Manual Table 1.8

Yes, facilities are available.

12. Washing and cleaning of coaches 109 of Chg.Manual

12.1 Use recommended solutions for cleaning as

per RDSO specification No.

M&C/PCN/101/2001 or use cleaning

agents approved by CME of the Railway

109 of Chg.Manual Recommended chemicals such as Supermax, Soda ash, Cleaning powder, Muratic Acid are being used and are stock items.

12.2 It should be ensured that the rake/coach is protected with proper board/signal for safety of the staff working on washing/cleaning job to prevent movement/disturbance in the activity. Scotch blocks with locking arrangement should protect lines and keys should be kept with Engineer (C&W) till the time rake is under maintenance

109 (b)(i) of Chg.Manual Stop board/ signal and scotch blocks are being used and lock key is being kept with maintenance supervisor till the time rake is under maintenance.

12.3 External cleaning /washing: Check that guidelines as detailed in CAMTECH manual are being followed.

109 (b) of Chg.Manual Yes.

12.4 Cleaning of Toilet: Check that guidelines as detailed in CAMTECH manual are being followed.

109 (c) of Chg.Manual Yes.

12.5 Internal cleaning of upper class AC and sleeper coaches: Check that guidelines as detailed in CAMTECH manual are being followed.

109 (d) of Chg.Manual Yes.

12.6 Internal cleaning of GS, SLR: Check that guidelines as detailed in CAMTECH manual are being followed.

109(e) of Chg.Manual Yes.

12.7 Cleaning of buffers and screw couplings 109(f) of Chg.Manual


SN Item Clause Observation (i) Buffer plungers should be scrubbed with a

scraper to remove dirt and muck. Thereafter, they should be wiped clean with cleaning oil and rubbed with coir rope.

109(f)(i) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

(ii) Screw coupling threads should be cleaned with wire brush to remove all dirt and dust. Thereafter, it should be cleaned and given a light coat of oil. Oiling should be done on slack adjuster also

109(f)(ii) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

13. Conditions required for maintenance of 24 coach trains (Railway Board’s letter No.98/M(C)/137/19 Pt.I dt.28.7.99 & 5.5.2000

110 of Chg.Manual No rake of 24 coach length is being maintained in this depot.

13.1 Infrastructural requirements 110(a) of Chg.Manual

(i) 24 coach length fully equipped pit line. 110(a)(i) of Chg.Manual There is max 18 coach length pit line available in the depot. Further, no space is available in any direction to expand the pit lines.

(ii) High pressure jet cleaning pipeline with plant for cleaning at primary pit line. Mechanized external cleaning is preferable

110(a)(ii) of Chg.Manual High pressure jet cleaning pipe line is available at w/l - 04 and a proposal has been sent to Div. for same in all pit lines.

(iii) Water hydrants for 24 coach length at en route watering stations with 20 minutes stoppage at nominated stations

110(a)(iii) of Chg.Manual Except PF no. 2 & 2A all BG platforms have a capacity of 24 coach length of enroute watering facility. ADI is a nominated platform for enroute watering hence all through passing trains (except MCT-NZM Garibrath Exp.) have a stop of 20 min.

(iv) Availability of the prescribed air brake maintenance and testing equipment

110(a)(iv) of Chg.Manual Available.

13.2 Coach Design related requirements 110(b) of Chg.Manual

(i) Air brake with twin pipe graduated release

system

110(b)(i) of Chg.Manual All rakes have a twin pipe graduated release system.

(ii) Only enhanced capacity draw gear and screw coupling to RDSO sketch No. 79061 and 79067 are to be provided on the rake

110(b)(ii) of Chg.Manual --

13.3 Maintenance practices and system related requirements

110(c) of Chg.Manual

i) The integrity of the rakes to be maintained. 110(c)(i) of Chg.Manual Longest rake consist is 18 coaches and is maintained in available 18 coach length pit line.

ii) Primary maintenance of the rake should be done in one hook without splitting

110(c)(ii) of Chg.Manual --

iii) Minimum maintenance time of 6 hours on the pit during primary maintenance

110(c)(iii) of Chg.Manual --

iv) It is mandatory to provide secondary maintenance to all trains augmented to 24 coaches (RPC 4 revised and permit Round trip attention with approval of CME)

110(c)(iv) of Chg.Manual --


SN Item Clause Observation v) Trains leakage rate to be maintained within

prescribed limits by using rake test rig. 110(c)(v) of Chg.Manual Train leakage rate are

managed within prescribed limit.

vi) Provision of proportionate brake system on the locomotive in good working order

110(c)(vi) of Chg.Manual N.A.

vii) Provision of audio visual alarm system on the locomotive

110(c)(vii) of Chg.Manual N.A.

14. Fire extinguishers should be checked every three months and completely refilled after one year.


14.1 Provision of DCP type fire extinguisher in a rake should be in accordance with guidelines circulated vide letter no. 95/Sec (spl)/75/1 dtd 30.05.97

Coach type Nos of FE’s

Each Break Van 2 nos

Each AC coach 2 nos

Each Pantry car 4 nos

Each Generator van

2 nos

RB’s letter no. 95/Sec (spl)/75/1 dtd 30.05.97

Fire extinguishers are being provided as per guidelines.

15. Similarly, other brake van equipment, which Mechanical Train Examining staff is responsible to supply, should be provided according to the instructions of each Railway. Portable control telephones, portable train lighting equipments, portable fire extinguisher, wooden wedges/skids and stretcher are to be provided.

111(g)(i) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being provided (All the items are sealed in SLR and items are jointly tested once in a month by concerning department).

16. Watering and cleaning of rakes

Mechanical department of each railway will nominate the watering and the cleaning stations on the railway.

111(h) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

17. Deficiency Rolling Stock (DRS) for Coaching Stock

111(i) (i) of

(i) Railway should devise system for detecting deficiencies. Reports of deficiencies/ defects in Rolling Stock (DRS) reports in the proforma given in Annexure 1.2, should be prepared for each mail/express/passenger originating train in duplicate by the Engineer (C&W)/Electrical (TL) and should be signed jointly with the RPF representatives.

Chg.Manual After every trip rake is inspected for any deficiency and if found a joint note is prepared with RPF staff.

(ii) On arrival of the train at the destination station,, the Engineer (C&W) staff and electrical staff shall check the rakes jointly with a representative of RPF and comparison may be made with original report.

111(5)(b) of Chg.Manual On arrival of the train at the destination station, deficiency is being checked jointly.

18. Coach Maintenance History Card 111(k)(i) of

(i) Every coaching depot shall have computers for maintaining the coach maintenance history in a software programme which should be compatible with the programme of the coaching workshop.

Chg.Manual Coach maintenance history cards are being maintained using software.

(ii) The complete history book of each coach, consisting of maintenance history cards, date card, trial card, etc. will, however, be maintained by the base workshops

111(k)(iii) of Chg.Manual It is being maintained.

19. Primary/Secondary maintenance 19.1 The rakes/ coaches of all trains should be

given a Primary/Secondary Maintenance 113(a) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.


SN Item Clause Observation examination as prescribed by the Chief Mechanical Engineer of the Railway and as per Appendix F of Chg.Manual

19.2 Coaches shall be washed and cleaned thoroughly from outside and inside as prescribed in clause 109.

113(b) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

19.3 Brake system maintenance Air brake system (Bogie mounted and underframe mounted):

Attention as detailed in para 113 ( c) is being given during primary /secondary attention of a rake.

113(c) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

19.4 In addition to above the following items of work should be attended during the maintenance schedule examination: * underframes * bogie frames * axle boxes * springs. These items should be wiped with wet waste weaves or cotton waste as necessary so as to facilitate examination. All under gear components should then be examined and repaired as necessary to ensure that there is no `S' marked rejectable defect as mentioned in Chapter IV of IRCA Conference Rules.

113 (d) of Chg.Manual These items are being cleaned by wire brushes.

19.5 The following items of undergear components should, however, be specially examined and attended to:-

113 (e) of Chg.Manual

i) Oil in hydraulic dash pots of Rajdhani and Shatabdi coaches should be checked once in 15 days to detect oil leakage from them through defective seals or through the vent screw. Add/ replenish with specified grade of oil if the oil level is below 40 mm in the tare condition for ensuring better riding comfort.

113 (e) (i) of Chg.Manual

Yes, it is being done.

ii) Wheel profiles should be visually examined and gauged in case they appear to be near condemning limits.

113(e)(ii) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

iii) The brake gear should be checked and so adjusted that the piston stroke is within the limits specified for different types of coaches. (see table 1.10). 'A' and 'e' dimensions for slack adjuster should be as per table 1.11 (as applicable for under frame mounted brake system)

113(e)(iii) of Chg.Manual 101 coaches are available with under frame mounted brake system and these are properly maintained for A & e dimensions.

19.6 The following coach body components and fittings should be specially checked and attended to

113 (f) of Chg.Manual

i) Doors should be properly secured with the hinges/pivots and should not be grazing with floor or door sill plates.


ii) Door latches and safety catches 113(f)(ii) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

iii) Door lock handles 113(f)(iii) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

iv) Tower bolts 113(f)(iv) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

v) Window shutters should neither be tight nor loose

113(f)(v) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.


SN Item Clause Observation vi) Window shutter safety catches 113(f)(vi) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

vii) Window frame 113(f)(vii) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

viii) Vestibule assemblies of all vestibule coaches should be checked and repaired as necessary.

113(f)(viii) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

ix) Water pipe connections, flushing valves, cocks and shower roses should not be leaking or choked.

113(f)(x) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

x) Drain grills and drain holes in the bathroom floors and wash basin drainpipes should be cleaned and opened where found choked.

113(f)(xi) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

xi) Any other deficiency as per Annexure 1.2 should be made good.

113(f)(xii) of Chg.Manual No deficiencies.

xii) A proper record should be kept by Engineer (C&W) at washing/pit lines of schedules carried out by them, especially of items required to be attended at specific periodicity. Record to be maintained in standard DDR (Damage deficiency register)

113(h) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being checked and attended, records are being maintained but not as per coaching manual item wise.

20. Schedule ‘A’ Examination 114 of Chg.Manual

i. Schedule `A' is required to be given every month + 3 days at the nominated primary maintenance depot within the normal primary maintenance time on a washing/pit line in a rake.

114 (a) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

ii. Brake system maintenance Air brake system (bogie mounted) A schedule maintenance as per air brake chapter

114(b) of Chg.Manual Yes, being done.

iii. The specified items of work should be attended during Schedule ‘A’ examination, i.e. monthly examination:-

114(c) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

21. Schedule ‘B’ Examination 115 of Chg.Manual

i. Schedule `B' is required to be given every three months + 7 days at the nominated primary maintenance depot within the normal time allowed for primary maintenance on a washing line in rake.

115(a) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done.

ii. The specified items of work should be attended.

115(b) of As required.

iii. Brake system maintenance

Air brake system (Bogie mounted) (i) Same as 'A' schedule

Chg.Manual It is being done.

iv. Other assembly maintenance

Besides brake system other items should be attended as given below:

115(b)(i) of Chg.Manual

It is being done.

a. All items of Schedule`A' 115(b)(ii) of Chg.Manual It is being done.

b. Painting of lavatories from inside. 115(b)(iii) of Chg.Manual It is being done.

c. Thorough inspection and repairs of brake gear components.

115(b)(iv) of Chg.Manual It is being done.


SN Item Clause Observation d. Thorough checking of trough floor, turn

unders, etc., from underneath for corrosion. 115(b)(v) of Chg.Manual It is being done.

e. Touching up of painted portion, if faded or soiled.

115(b)(vi) of Chg.Manual It is being done.

22. IOH attention

116 of Chg. Manual and Correction slip 5 for coaching maintenance manual issued in 2008

22.1 Periodicity of IOH attention:

Coach Category

Periodicity

New coach at interval of 12 months in Depot

Rajdhani Satabdi (Conv)

at interval of 9 months in workshop

Mail / Express at interval of 9

months in depot

Passenger at interval of 9

months in depot

Other OCVs at interval of 12 months in depot

Tolerance for IOH may be kept as + 30/-0 days. Maintenance activities to be carried out during schedules should be as per Appendix-F & G. For IOH attention of newly built coaches, guidelines as circulated vide RB’s letter no. 2007/M ( C)/141/1 dtd 06.08.09

117(i) of Chg. Manual and correction slip 5 for coaching maintenance manual issued in 2008

IOH attention to coaching stock by wheel changing is being done (IOH of coaches in which bogie changing is needed is not handled by this Depot)

22.2 Coaches are required to be detached from the rake and taken to the sick line or sent to shop for IOH attention (‘C’ schedule maintenance)

117(ii) of Chg.Manual and Correction slip 5 for coaching maintenance manual issued in 2008

IOH is being Done at sick line (Overhauled wheel is being supplied from PL shop)

22.3 Brake system : ‘C’ schedule maintenance

(IOH) as per para 426 of air brake chapter. 117(a)(i) of Chg.Manual Yes,It is being done.

22.4 Thoroughly clean Dirt collector filter in kerosene or replace on condition basis.

117(a)(vii) of Chg.Manual Yes,It is being done.

22.5 Other assemblies maintenance

All items of Schedule `B' 117(a)(i) of Chg.Manual Yes,It is being done.

22.6 Thorough repairs of running gear including running out of bogies where considered necessary. All bogies which are working on rake links earning more than 2.5 lakhs kms. per annum must however be run out and thoroughly attended to as laid down in clause 111c under “Intermediate Overhaul”.

117(a)(ii) of Chg.Manual IOH attention of due coaches is being done.

22.7 Touching up damaged paint of coaches on outside as well as inside.

117(a)(iii) of Chg.Manual During IOH touch up painting work is being done.

22.8 Polishing of the polished surfaces. 117(a)(iv) of Chg.Manual No. 22.9 Shock absorbers should be replaced and

sent to the base workshops for repairs, testing and return. For this purpose, adequate spares must be maintained in the depot.

117(a)(v) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being replaced.


SN Item Clause Observation 22.10 Thorough cleaning and removal of dust,

rust, dirt, etc., accumulated at the pillars through the turn under holes, with coir brush and compressed air.

117(a)(vi) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

22.11 Thorough examination and repairs of upholstery, cushions, curtains, etc.

117(a)(vii) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

22.12 Thorough checking and full repairs of all window shutters, safety catches, safety latches, staples and hasps of compartment, lavatory,

117(a)(viii) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

22.13 Thorough checking and repairs of UIC vestibules, their rubber flanges metal frames, doors, fall plate, locking gear, etc., for ease of operation and safety .

117(a)(ix) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

22.14 Thorough checking and repairs of all cracks and worn out portions of flooring of the compartments.

117(a)(x) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

22.15 Engineer (C&W) of Primary Coaching Maintenance Depots should be fully familiar with the vulnerable areas of ICF coaches for corrosion, viz., sole bar at doorways, lavatories and adjoining areas, corridor sides - more so in case of those SLRs which are used for Fish, Salt, etc. For facilitating inspection of sole bars even spaced elongated holes of (215x127 mm) are already provided in the turn unders.

117 (d) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

22.16 Special attention should be taken for the following:-

117(e) of Chg.Manual

i) Pocket between sole bars and turn unders should be thoroughly cleaned through the inspection opening of the sole bars and inspected with the help of torch light or inspection lamps.

117(e)(i) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done where available.

II). Drain holes provided in the trough floors should be kept clean and unclogged. If during the cleaning of these drain holes any accumulation of water is observed, the affected area should be very carefully inspected for possible corrosion.

117(e)(ii) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being done.

III) A register should be maintained of the primary maintenance coaches on the subject. Record of Schedule A, B and IOH attention are maintained in standard format and records are maintained.

117(e)(iii) of Chg.Manual Yes, It is being maintained (in local format for IOH with necessary parameter referring Appendix G )

22.17

For maintenance of coaches of Rajdhani/ Shatabdi Express Rakes, the instructions given in RDSO Technical Pamphlet No. C-7807 should be followed.

118 (b) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being followed.

22.18 The IOH of Rajdhani/Shatabdi high speed coaches should be carried out in workshops

118(c) of Chg.Manual Yes, it is being done by workshop.

23 Linen management

i. Complete activity of linen management including washing, storage, supply & distribution of linen kits in trains shall be done by Mechanical (C&W) Dept as a single window agency

Board’s letter No.2009/M(C)/165/6 dt.17.12.2009.

Linen is provided by Mechanical (C&W) dept in all 20 trains and distribution of linen kits in trains in six trains is by Mech Dept; the



rest is being distributed by Electrical department.

ii.(a) Stock verification of linen should be carried out on a quarterly basis

Board’s letter No.2009/M(C)/165/6 dt.4.1.2010

Yes, stock verification is being carried on a quarterly basis.

ii.(b) At least 5% of new linen should be checked by SSE/Mechanical for: (a) bundles being sealed and having batch nos., manufacturer’s name, year of manufacture, quantity, size indicated, (b) Linen items having marking of month / year of manufacture, Railway, etc. (c) dimensional check, colour, feel and workmanship, etc.

Yes, It is being checked by SSE (Mech), record is maintained by store department.

ii.(c) Monthly report of inspections / test checks of the linen washing contractor’s premises

by officers / supervisors, should be prepared and payment should be made after recovery of all penalties / dues

Yes, it is being carried out on regular basis.

ii.(d) Enough buffer stock of linen to last for 2 to 3 days is available

Yes, two days buffer stock is available.

ii.(e) Life of linen is adhered to: Bed sheets : 12 months for khadi, 24 months for poly vastra Pillow cover/face towel : 9 months Pillow : 24 months Blanket : 48 months

Yes, life of linen is adhered to.

ii.(f) Committee nominated by DRM for linen condemnation on condition basis

Only on approval of branch officer.

iii. Specified frequency of washing/dry cleaning of blankets and other linen items is adhered to

In every trip used linen is being washed.

23.1 Passenger complaint on account of linen is analysed and corrective & preventive action is taken

Yes, It is being done.

23.2 Feedback on linen quality is obtained through coach attendant as per RB’s guidelines

Feed backs are received through control.

24. Pest / Rodent Control

i. Comprehensive contract covering pest / rodent control in coaches and rodent control in pit lines / coaching depot yards awarded for 3 years under two packet system

Board’s letter No.2010(M)/C/141/7 Vol.IV dt.21.12.2010

Contract is awarded to M/s. HPC. Ltd for 03 years since 01.03.12.

ii. All reserved (both AC and Non-AC) covered under contract, unreserved coaches may also be covered as per requirement of Railways

Yes, all type coaches are covered under contract.

iii. Minimum frequency of pest control treatment is adhered to : AC coaches / Pantry cars : Fortnightly, Reserved Non-AC coaches : Fortnightly in first 3 months, monthly thereafter, Unreserved Non-AC coaches : Bi-monthly Maximum tolerance +7 days, on account of operational exigencies, disturbance of rake links, etc.


iv. Chemicals to be used (with brand names), concentration, dose specified

ROACHEX/SOLFAC 20% EC in ratio 01:40 with water 03 lt. solution/ 100 sq m for control of cockroach/bugs and Rat glue pads are used



for trapping rats.

v. Minimum frequency of rodent control treatment is adhered to : AC coaches / Pantry cars : during every Primary maintenance, Reserved Non-AC coaches : Weekly Maximum tolerance +7 days, on account of operational exigencies, disturbance of rake links, etc.


vi. Personnel trained by certified training institutes deputed for pest/rodent control

Yes, trained persons are deputed.

vii. Fumigation/mist treatment carried out whenever coaches detached for IOH/POH. Pest/rodent control carried out before inducting the coach in service after IOH/POH

Yes, fumigation treatment is being carried out whenever coaches arrive after IOH/POH.

viii. In order to prevent cross infestation, contractor may make effort to treat all AC and all Non-AC coaches of a particular rake together


ix. Stickers indication date of pest control and next due date provided in doorway/toilet area

Yes, it is being provided.

x. Railways shall make effort to detach pantry cars from rakes once a month (within reasonable tolerance) to facilitate complete vacation and intensive cleaning for thorough pest / rodent control treatment

These are not applicable to LHB coaches.

xi. Broad methodology for measuring the level of infestation of cockroaches and rodents and expected reduction over time is in place


24.1 Passenger complaints on account of pest are analysed and corrective action is taken.


25. Passenger amenities provided in various

types of coaches as specified

Board’s letter No.2006/M(C)/141/26 dt.21.12.2006.


26. Infrastructure facilities – Standard

integrated modular pit line have unified maintenance.

Appendix ‘E’ of Coaching manual CAMTECH report No.CAMTECH/M/99/Infra-washing line/1.1

Conventional pit lines are available.

27 Examination and repair practice in carriage maintenance depot for wheel sets and roller bearing

Para 1009 of Chg manual

27.1 Wheel and axle Para 1009 a of Chg manual

i) Wheel profile should be checked with Tyre defect gauge to ensure the profile dimensions are within the permissible limits.

Yes, wheel profile is being checked by tyre defect gauge in sick line.

ii) Limits for flat tyres The limits for permissible maximum flat surfaces on tread for BG ICF coaches is 50 mm (reference Rly. Bd.'s Letter no. 83/M (N)/960/1/Vol I dated 15/18.3.99)

Yes, it is being followed.

iii) Guidelines for wheel inspection in open line depots (Ref RDSO CMIK003)

In addition to normal checks exercised on wheel condition during primary/secondary maintenance of coaches, a detailed

Yes, wheel profile is being checked by tyre defect gauge in sick line.


SN Item Clause Observation inspection of wheels should be done when the coaches are received in sickline for attention for either schedules or out of course attention. The wheels sets shall be inspected for the following conditions and action taken as indicated for each condition:

a) Shattered Rim Yes, it is being done.

b) Spread Rim Yes, it is being done.

c) Shelled Tread Yes, it is being done.

d) Thermal Cracks Yes, it is being done.

e) Heat checks Yes, it is being done.

iv) The defective wheel should be sent to workshop for repairs after entering in the maintenance card details of the work order and date of dispatch to workshop.


v) No repairs, except wheel profiling of wheel sets is permitted to be done in the maintenance depot.


27.2 Roller Bearing Axle Boxes Para 1009 b of Chg manual

i) A coach should invariably be detached from service for the following defects i) Hot axle box ii) Damaged axle box iii) Damaged front or rear cover iv) Seized roller bearing v) Coach involved in accident, derailment, fire, flood etc.


ii) Care should be taken not to keep a coach fitted with roller bearing stationary for a long time. Coaches grounded for a long time should be shunted up and down at regular intervals. Coaches fitted with roller bearing should be checked to ensure that :- i) No wash basin drain hole / discharge pipe is directly above the axle box ii) The front and rear covers of the axle boxes are not damaged, cracked or loose iii) Clearance between axle box and wheel is such that the axle box does not bind against the wheel. iv) Brake gear is properly adjusted to avoid possibility of brake binding


27.2.1

Axle box is examined for grease oozing out from rear cover and corrective action is taken. Concerned shop needs to be advised for necessary corrective and preventive action.


27.3 Axle box temperature measurement by non contact type temperature measuring instrument during rolling in examination:

Carriage Dte/RDSO letter no. MC /AB dtd 21.08.09

i) Temperature to be checked at axle box top (crown) at front face of axle


ii) If temperature is found above 800 C, the

affected coach will be detached. No such case reported

since last over 01 year. 27.4 Minimum permissible wheel diameter in

ICH design BG coaches. RB letter no. 92/M (C)/137/2 Vol V dtd 25.1.11


SN Item Clause Observation i) Shop issue size of wheel set should be 837

mm Yes, it is being ensured.

ii) Condemning diameter of the wheel in service, measured at a distance of 66.5 mm from the outer face of the rim shall be 825 mm.

Yes, it is being ensured.

28 Attention brake block hangers on ICF coaches – to avoid failures

Carriage Dte/RDSO letter no. MC /ICF/B/D dtd 03.07.09

28.1 The new brake block should be procured as per revised spec C – 9808 Rev 2 and drg no. SK – 93286 Alt 5


28.2 Maintenance of brake gear rigging should be given as per guidelines circulated by ED/Carriage /RDSO vide letter no. MC /ICF/B/D dtd 03.07.09


29 Other items:

29.1 Changing of air brake hose pipe: Air brake hose pipe to be changed in every alternate POH attention.

Carriage Dte/RDSO letter no. MC /APB dtd 19.02.09

Pertains to workshop.

29.2 Fire retardant items are provided in coaches as per RDSO specification.

RDSO spec and STR Pertains to POH shop / production units.

29.3 FAC amenities are provided as per guidelines circulated vide DG/Carrg/RDSO’s letter no. MC/CB/AC/BG dtd 28.04.10


29.4 Additional amenities / facilities in GSCN type of coaches are provided as under:

Snack table in each bay. Mirrors in each bay Magazine holders on partition wall Bottle and tumbler holder

RB letter no. 2004 / M (C)/165/16 dtd 29.03.05

Yes, it is being provided.

29.5 Maintenance of Duronto express:

i) Pattern of maintenance for Duronto train as being followed for Rajdhani trains with pit examination at both end should also be follwed.

RB letter no. 2009/M (C)/141/2 dtd 25.08.09


ii) Rolling – in and rolling- out examination may also be conducted for each of the Duronto trains at the respective operational halts and also at the terminals during the journey. Such safety examinations of the Duronto trains may be periodically super checked at the level of officers.



iii) Short distance Duronto with only only AC / Non AC chair car may be permitted to run on the extant pattern for Shatabdi trains with a terminal attention at other end on platform / stabling line. A minimum 2 hrs may be planned at the non primary end to enable thorough attention to cleanliness, hygiene and passenger amenities at other end.


Not applicable.

iv) Cleaning of Vinyl wrapping on Duranto rake coaches Mild detergent should be used with normal jet of water. High pressure water jet should not be directed towards Vinyl wrapping.

RCF’s letter no. MD 22.151 dtd 09.02.10


29.6 Attention of air springs ED/Carrg/RDSO’s letter no. MC/CB/MM dtd 09.09.2009 & Maintenance manual of air spring for mainline ICF bogie coaches


SN Item Clause Observation RDSO/2009/CG/CMI-01, Sep’09

Procedure for rolling – in examination: As train passes the nominated point, C&W staff should watch out vigilantly loose / hanging / broken under gear parts of the coaches special attention should be paid to air springs in case of coaches provided with air springs at secondary suspension stage. It should be ensured all the air springs are in inflated condition by noting that the levelling valve lever is in horizontal position. In case it is not feasible to inflate the air springs of any particular coach, these should be isolated by air spring isolating cock and speed of train should be reduced to 60 Kmph or the coach should be detached.

Not applicable.

29.7 Analysis of sick marking and en-route coach detachment

i) Whether primary coach detachment is analysed and corrective & preventive action taken. Details of primary detachment for last 3 years to be collected.

Yes, It is being analysed. and corrective action taken during sick line attention.

ii) Whether secondary detachment is being analysed and corrective & preventive action taken. Details of secondary detachment for last 3 years to be collected.


iii) Whether en-route coach detachment is investigated and corrective & preventive action taken. Details of en-route coach detachment for last 3 years to be collected with investigation report.


29.8 Facilities for pit line and sick line attention

CAMTECH Maintenance

Manual for BG Coaches of

ICF design,

1st correction slip–

CAMTECH/2002/M/C/ CMM/1.0/CS-01(07.2006)

i) Facilities available as per CAMTECH guidelines as detailed in annexure – I to be observed.

Report enclosed as Annexure.

30 Passenger satisfaction

30.1 OBHS & escorting of trains

i) Whether depot has provision of OBHS as per RB policy guidelines.

Yes, OBHS contract functioning in 04 trains (Contractor M/s CTS Management).

ii) Nos of Mail Express train in which escorting staff have been provided with cleaning staff by depot.

23. trains. i. 12267/68 (Duranto). ii. 19406/05 (YPR).

iii) Nos of Mail / Express trains in which OBHS have been provided.

04 trains are identified. 12957/58 (Raj.) 12941/42

(Parasnath Exp.) 19165/66 (Sab.

Exp.) 19167/68 (Sab.

Exp.) iv) Nos of Mail/ Express train in which no staff 24. trains.


SN Item Clause Observation from depot and OBHS through contract have been provided.

a) 19407/08 b) 19603/04 c) 19119/20

v) Average PSI for OBHS implemented rakes. Whether systems to cross verify PSI in OBHS provided train is existing.

12957/58 PSI- 96% 19165/66 PSI-80% 19167/68PSI- 88% 12941/42PSI-85% Yes.

30.2 Whether depot has system to get feedback of cleanliness, linen quality and pest infection of Mail/ Express trains. Action taken by depot on the basis of feedback from passenger.

Only OBHS feed back system is provided. Public complaint record and also action taken is being maintained.

30.3 Whether depot has system to analyse passenger complain and takes corrective action. Passenger complains for last three years with action taken to be submitted.


30.4 Whether depot has facility for mechanised cleaning of coaches. List of equipments and nos of rakes covered in every month to be submitted.

No.

30.5 Whether depot has facility for upholstery and carpet cleaning either through in-house or through contract. Efficacy of cleaning to be observed.


30.6 Whether curtains are cleaned at prescribed interval of 15 days as per RB guidelines

Yes, it is being done. FAC-15 days, II & III AC 01 month.

30.7 Whether blankets are cleaned at one month interval as per RB guidelines

Yes, in two months interval.

30.8 Compliance of CRB letter to GM for sustainable image makeover of the Railways:

CRB DO no. 2011/ER/6018 dtd 28.07.11

i) Cleanliness of coaches:

a) Ensure high standards of cleanliness in the coaching maintenance depot particularly in the washing line area.

Yes.

b) Action in respect of implementation of systems of system for collection bagging and disposal of leftover food from pantry cars and coaches.

Garbage bags are available in which leftover & other garbage are collected and dumped at dustbin.

c) Sustainable garbage collection and disposal system

Yes, available.

d) Functional and efficient drainage to avoid water logging and dirt collection

Drainage system is OK

e) Periodic fumigation of coaches and high standards of cleanliness in washing lines


f) Monitoring the functioning of OBHS and CTS scheme.


g) At the Zonal / Divisional level, SAG / Selection grade officers by name and designation may be put in –charge of important Mail/Express trains under “Own your train scheme (OYTS)” with responsibility being taken by the officers for the areas for which they have been nominated.


ii) Quality of linen supplied on trains:

a) Availability of clean and hygienic linen to passenger through washing quality,

No complaints reported.


SN Item Clause Observation adequate quantity, replenishment with new linen on age / condition basis, use of washable blankets and appropriate quality of packing.

b) Commissioning of mechanised laundries at critical locations dealing with large quantity of linens

Installation of 16T laundry at KKF is under progress (for both KKF & ADI-BG depots).

c) System of packaging, storage and servicing of the linen to the passenger must be streamlined.

Yes, and is regularly monitored.

31 LHB coach attention:

31.1 Periodicity of periodic overhauls (POH) in designated workshops is being followed.

Schedule Periodicity

IOH (Shop Sch I) 18 months / 5 lakh Km

POH (Shop Sch II)

3 yrs/ 10 lakh Km

POH (Shop Sch III)

6 yrs / 20 Lakh Km

RB’s letter no. 95 /M (C)/ 141 (LHB) dtd 22.08.06

Introduced with Newly built coaches since 13.04.12

31.2 Attention to following components are being given as per Alsthom manual guidelines and guidelines circulated by RDSO. Phonic wheel / speed sensor. Dump valve Earthing device. Control arm Dampers

Primary vertical dampers. Secondary vertical dampers Yaw damper. Secondary lateral damper

Primary and secondary springs Disc brake attention CDTS (Controlled discharge toilet

system)

Alsthom manual and OEM manuals

Yes, attention is being given.

31.3 Wheel sets and CTRB attention at depot:

i) The wheels sets shall be inspected for the following conditions and action taken as indicated for each condition: Shattered Rim Spread Rim Shelled Tread Thermal Cracks Heat checks

Para 1009 a (iii) of chg manual

Yes, being inspected.

ii) Wheel profile should be checked with Tyre defect gauge to ensure the profile dimensions are within the permissible limits. Coaches with wheels having thickness and profile worn below condemning limit should not be allowed to continue in service and the coach should be marked sick for change of wheels in the sick lines.

Para 1009 a (i) of chg manual


iii) The limits for permissible maximum flat surfaces on tread for BG ICF coaches is 50 mm (reference Rly. Bd.'s Letter no. 83/M (N)/960/1/Vol I dated 15/18.3.99)

Para 1009 a (ii) of chg manual


iv) System is available for rolling – in examination at terminating station and axle box temperature is measured with non contact type temperature measuring

Carriage Dte/RDSO letter no. MC /AB dtd 21.08.09

Yes, it is being done. No such is case reported.


SN Item Clause Observation equipment and corrective action taken for wheel sets with high temperature.

v) Last shop issue size (865 mm) and condemnation limit for wheel sets (845 MM) as stipulated is being followed.


vii) Presently the refurbishing/overhauling of LHB bearing is being done at an interval of 1.2 million km. To ensure attention of CTRB’s as well as UST of axle, depot should have proper identification of wheels sets. In case wheel sets are interchanged then traceability of wheel sets and timely attention of wheel sets exist in the depot.

Newly introduced from date-13.04.12.

viii) Depot should not permit wheel sets with flaking in service. Adequate spare wheel sets are available in depot.


ix) Whenever coach is sent to shop for POH/IOH or non schedule attention, details of wheel sets with regard to CTRB attention should be furnished to shop. Whether system exist in depot. Similarly when loose wheel sets are sent to shop, details of wheel sets with regard to CTRB attention should be furnished to shop.

Being sent with coach when sent to shop.

x) Grease oozing out is checked during attention at depot and corrective action is taken accordingly.


xi) Drain holes of control arm should be regularly cleaned to prevent its choking.


xii) Checking of mounting bolts of control arm is being done during primary maintenance.


31.4 Phonic wheel/Speed censor OEM guidelines

i) M8 size screw to IS 1367 Pt.III class 10.9 along with spring washer to the IS 3063 type-B should be used for securing phonic wheel. LOCTITE 243 or equivalent glue should be used to ensure rigid connection between internal and external thread. The Phonic Wheel screws should be tightened with 21N-m torque.

Newly built coaches.

ii) The clearance between the phonic wheel and speed sensor should be 0.9 to 1.4 mm in case of KB make WSP and 1 to 2mm in case of FTIL make WSP. This gap should be checked in quarterly schedule or whenever required.

Yes.

iii) The phonic wheel and speed sensor should be procured through OEMs/OEMs’ approved sources only. M/s KB and M/s FTIL are OEM of this item.

LHB rake newly built supplied by RCF.

iv) Speed sensors’ cables should be properly connected and should be without any loose strands.

Yes, it is connected properly.

31.5 Dump Valve Proper Dump Valve connection and ensuring that no dump valve leaks during brake application.

OEM guidelines Yes, It is being ensured.

31.6 Earthing Device OEM guidelines

Earthing device of most of the coaches should be functional. It consists of non ferrous components (approx 2kg weight) which are theft prone. Loose fasteners, in case of theft attempts for non-ferrous items,

Yes, all earthing devices are functioning.


SN Item Clause Observation mounted inside of axle box housing, can damage CTRB.

Most of the earthing devices with correcting wires/cables were missing.

All earthing devices are available with connecting wires/cables.

Junction box in broken/damaged condition. All junction boxes are in tuned condition.

31.7 Disc brake attention: OEM guidelines

i) Brake pads are renewed on condition basis and adequate spare is available at depot

Yes.

ii) Whether regular attention of brake calliper is being ensured.

Yes.

iii) whether regular attention is being given to disc brake system through AMC or in-house attention.

Yes.

31.8 Whether guidelines circulated by RDSO for CBC equipped coaches are being followed.

Carrg Dte/RDSO letter no. MC/BLB/CBC dtd 22.05.08


31.9 Attention of side buffer:

Length of side buffer of CBC equipped SLR (FV & LV) is maintained to 635 mm as per RDSO drawing no. SK - 98145

Carrg Dte/RDSO letter no. MC/BLB/CBC dtd 17.02.08

Yes, it is maintained.


Annexure - I

Standard facilities in Carriage Maintenance Depots

(Ref : CAMTECH Maintenance Manual for BG Coaches of ICF design,

1st correction slip– CAMTECH/2002/M/C/CMM/1.0/CS-01(07.2006)

Classification of depots

Classification No. of coaches based

Minor Depot Below 100

Medium Depot 100 to 250

Major Depot Above 250

ADI coaching depot is a MAJOR coaching depot.

Machinery and Plant

Description Minor

Depot

Medium

Depot

Major

Depot

Observation

U/floor wheel lath - - 1 U/floor wheel lathe is

needed exclusively.

Whiting jacks (5 Nos.) - 1 set 1 set 02 set

EOT crane 20T - - 1 Desired in sick line.

Coach Shunter - 1 2 NIL

Welding Plant 1 2 4 03 (portable)

Gas Cutting Equipment 1 2 2 01 set desired.

Vacuum Exhauster 1 2 2 NIL

Air Compressor 30 cfm 1 2 2 04 (02 stand by)

Portable Vacuum Testing Equipment - 1 1 not needed.

Portable Air Compressor - - 1 01

2T Tram beam hoist 1 1 2 01

Sewing machine - 1 1 01

Truck 10T - - 1 Desired.

Light Coml. Vehicle 1 1 1 Extremely desired.

Fork lift truck - - 1 in procurement or

contractual.

Lister truck 1 1 2 01

Car Washer - 1 1 Desired.

Portable Trolley Light 2 4 02(out of order)

Cotton waste soaking plant 1 1 1

No longer desired.

Wood cutting saw machine - 1 1

Hand shearing machine - 1 1


Description Minor

Depot

Medium

Depot

Major

Depot

Observation

Portable Furnace 1 1 2

Centre Lath - - 1

Bogie Manipulator - - 1

Ultrasonic Testing Apparatus 1 1 1

Tool post Grinder - 1 1 1

Vacuum Cleaner 1 2 3 03

Pressure Jet Cleaner 1 2 4 03

Tools

i. Pneumatic Hand Tools

i) Grinder 1 1 2 NIL

ii) Drill 1 1 2 NIL

iii) Chipper / Buster - 1 2 NIL

iv) Riveter - - 1 NIL

ii. Electric Power Tools NIL

i) Pop Riveting Gun - 1 1 NIL

ii) Drill - 1 1 NIL

iii) Bolt Tightner - - 1 NIL

iii. Hand Tools As required Yes

iv. Test Bench

ii) Water Tank Test Rig - 1 1 NIL

iii) D.A. Valve Test Bench - 1 1 NIL

iv) Vac. Cyl. Test Bench - 1 1 NIL

v) Slack Adjuster Test Bench - 1 1 NIL

vi) DV Test Bench - 1 1 NIL

vii) Air brake single coach test rig - 1 1 1

v. Office Equipment

a. Computer system 1 1 1 04

b. Plain Paper Copier 1 1 2 NIL

c. Telefax 1 1 NIL


Annexure - II

Emergency materials required for platform (C&W) office

Sl. Items Required Observation

1 Screw Coupling complete ( 75 t ) 1 no. Available

2 Draw Hook ( ICF- Enhanced capacity) 1no. Available

3 Draft cotter with 'U' pins 1no. Available

4 Draft link complete 2 sets Not available

5 Equalizing Stay rod with pins ( Non-modif. &

Modif.)

1 set each Available

6 Anchor link with securing studs 1 set Available

7 Truss Bar Hanger with Pins & Cotters 2 sets Available

8 Bolster suspension Link (Stirrup Link) with Pins &

Stones

2 sets Available

9 Axle Box Face Cover (ICF) with securing nuts &

Pins

2 sets Available

10 'O' Ring 2 nos. Not available

11 Grease Servogen 4 kgs. Available

12 Adaptor (BF+FP) for by-passing 2 sets Available

13 Angle cock 2 nos. Available

14 Dummy Flange (A/B) 2 nos. Available

15 M.U. washer 10 nos. Available

16 Teflon Tape 1 no. Available

17 Portable Air Pressure Gauge 1 no. Available

18 Pressure Gauge BP & FP 2 each Available

19 BP & FP Air hose 2 each Available

20 Guard Emergency Application Valve 2 nos. Available

21 Wooden Plug (various sizes) 10 nos. Not available

22 Wooden wedge 4 nos. Available

23 G.I. wire Adequ. Qt. Available

24 Buffer bolts (20x120 mm.) 8 nos. Available

25 Push cock 5 nos. Available

26 Spl. Jack for changing Eq/Stay rod 1no. Available

27 Slide wrench, Pipe wrench-24'' 2 nos Available

28 Hydraulic Jacks 2 sets Available


Annexure – III

Details regarding coaching depot

Depot name and division: ADI Depot, Ahmedabad Division, WR.

1. Coach Holding

Mail/Expresses coaches with conventional coupling 243(RESEREVED CLASS)

Mail/Expresses coaches with CBC coupling 32

Rajdhani/Shatabdi coaches (conv) 75

LHB coaches (Rajdhani/Duronto) 32

Shatabdi Coaches (conv) NIL

Shatabdi coaches (LHB) NIL

Passenger coaches 128(GS)

OCV’s 56

Grand Total 478

2. Maintenance attention of at depot

PM of Mail/Expresses train with secondary attention at other end 12957,12268,19406,19165

PM of Mail/Expresses train with round trip attention at other end 19603,19407,19167, 19119

PM of passenger service with round trip attention at other end 59440,59473

Total PM attention at depot: 10

Total SM attention at depot: 02

Total Round trip attention at depot: 06

3. Pit line attention

24 coach pit with catwalk and high pressure water jet

facility/watering facility at per CAMTECH’s guidelines

Not available.

24 coach pit facility without catwalk Not available.

Less than 24 coach pit facility with or without catwalk (details to

be collected)

04 pit lines

Stabling line for round trip attention and stabling of rakes:

Stabling line with 24 coach length facility

Stabling line with less than 24 coach facility

NIL

01

Compressed air with reservoir and air dryer/moisture trap facility

with test rig (RTR)

01

Facility for welding at Yard attention Portable welding facility

available

Night maintenance facility with overhead/pit light as per

CAMTECH’s guidelines

Not available.

4. Sick line facility

Coach lifting facility with overhead crane Not available.

Coach lifting facility with JMP jack/hydraulic jack Available

Total coach accommodation

i. With pit attention ii. Without pit attention

02

06

Facility for compressed air with test rig (SCTR) Available

Availability of hydrant water for overhead tank attention Not available.

Welding facility Available


5. Facility for rolling-in/rolling-out examination with adequate lighting arrangement (for attention during

night) as per CAMTECH’s guidelines. Available.

6. Availability of staff for coaching maintenance as per Yard stick. Not available.

7. Training status of supervisor and staff – No supervisor over due.

8. Availability of critical/ safety stores and storage system. Available (crisis of brake blocks is

observed).

9. Availability of coaches as per rake link with maintenance spare. Not available as being used in

holiday specials.

10. Bottlenecks / limitations of system / depot:

1. The depot is spaced with an acute shortage of space. Further, being well embedded in the

city, scope for any expansion is nil.

2. Office room/space for maintenance supervisors is scarce for even keeping their records

and registers properly.

3. No more than 18 coach length pit line is available.

11. Safety performance record: - Available and maintained.

12. Performance of critical spare :- Available and maintained (crisis of brake blocks is observed).

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