RBE No. 172/2006: Uniform – Uniform Circular No.1 of 2006

No.E(W)95UN1/19(D), dated 22.11.2006 

Sub:     Issue of uniform and other accessories to Gangmen (Trackmen), Keymen, Mates and Patrolmen.

Ref:  Board’s letter of even number dated 27.12.2005 (RBE No. 219/2005).

1.     In terms of instructions referred to above, description/ specification in respect of shoes to be procured for Gangmen and others has been laid down. As per these instructions canvas shoes with grooved rubber soles conforming to BIS 15298 suitable for walking along tracks are to be provided. It has come to notice that some of the manufacturers of the shoes are providing shoes having PU soles instead of rubber soles. The Railways have sought clarification as to whether such shoes should be procured.

2.     The issue has been examined by Board and it has been observed that since the word ‘rubber sole’ is not mentioned in BIS specification 15298, PU/ rubber sole shoes conforming to BIS specification 15298 subject to fulfillment of other conditions as laid down in Board’s instruction of even number dated 27.12.2005 (RBE No. 219/2005) may be procured.

3.     This issues with the concurrence of Finance Directorate of Ministry of Railways.

Download Railway Board Circular RBE No.172/2006

Forward reference ⇒ RBE No.