STATION WORKING RULES

Appendix - XIV

Comprehensive guide to station working rules and procedures for railway operations, ensuring systematic control and monitoring of train movements.

Topics Covered in Station Working Rules

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Station Working Rule diagram

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Description of station

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General (location)

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Block stations, IBH, IBS on either side and their distance and Outlying Sidings

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Block section limits on either side of the station on different directions

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Gradients, if any

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Layout

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Running lines, Direction of movement & holding capacity in CSR

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Non running lines and their capacity in CSR

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Any special feature in the layout

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Level crossings

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System and means of working

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System of signalling and interlocking

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Custody of Relay Room key and procedure for its handing over and taking over between Station Master and S&T maintenance staff

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Power supply

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Telecommunication

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System of train working

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Duties of train working staff

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Train working staff in each shift

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Responsibility for ascertaining clearance of the lines and Zones of responsibility

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Assurance of staff in the assurance register

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Conditions for granting Line Clear

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Any special conditions to be observed while receiving or despatching a train

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Conditions for taking 'off' approach signals

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Commissioner of Railway Safety approval

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Responsibility of Station Master for restoration of signals to 'on'

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Simultaneous reception/despatch, crossing and precedence of trains

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Complete arrival of trains

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Despatch of trains

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Trains running through

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Working in case of failure

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Provision for working of trollies/motor trollies /material lorries

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Blocking of lines

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Shunting

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Abnormal conditions

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Total failure of communication

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Temporary single line working on double line section

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Despatch of train under authority to proceed without Line Clear or to assist the crippled train (T/A.602)

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Visibility Test Object

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Essential equipment at the station

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Fog signalmen nominated to be called in case of fog

Essential Appendices

Comprehensive documentation and procedures for railway operations

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Appendix 'A'

Working of Level Crossing Gates

(Interlocked LC gates – to be jointly signed by DSTE, DOM & DEN) (Non-interlocked LC gates – to be jointly signed by DEN & DOM)

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Appendix 'B'

System of signaling and interlocking and communication arrangements at the station

(to be signed by DSTE)

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Appendix 'C'

Anti Collision Device (Raksha Kavach)

(as and when brought into force)

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Appendix 'D'

Duties of train passing staff and staff in each shift

(to be signed by DOM)

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Appendix 'E'

List of essential equipment provided at the station

(to be signed by DOM)

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Appendix 'F'

Rules for working of DK stations, Halts, IBH, IBS and outlying sidings

(to be jointly signed by DOM & DSTE)

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Appendix 'G'

Rules for working trains in electrified sections

(to be jointly signed by Sr.DOM, Sr.DEE (TRD) & Sr.DSTE or DOM, DEE(TRD) & DSTE)

Key Features & Benefits

🚦Comprehensive signal management and interlocking systems
⚡Real-time monitoring and control of train operations
🛡️Enhanced safety protocols and collision prevention
👥Clear staff responsibilities and shift management
🔧Essential equipment management and maintenance
🚉Specialized rules for different station types and operations

Implementation Guidelines

Documentation Requirements

📋All appendices must be properly signed by authorized personnel
🔐Regular updates and maintenance of working rules
📊Systematic monitoring and reporting procedures
⚡Integration with modern railway control systems

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