Raincoat: RBE No.139/2007 – Specification

No.E(W) UN1/19 Pt., dated 31.10.2007

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

1. Reference Board’s letter of even number dated 27.12.2005 (RBE No.219/2005) on the above mentioned subject. It has been brought out to Board’s notice that BIS standard for ‘Raincoat’ should be “IS : 5915 – 1970” instead of “IS : 59159-70” as prescribed in the Board’s ibid letter.

2. The matter has been examined and it is advised that BIS standard to which the raincoat-rubberized water proof coat with full sleeves with cap/ hood as provided for in Sl. No. 6 of the Board’s, ibid, letter dated 27.12.2005 (RBE No.219/2005) should confirm to, may be read as “IS : 5915 – 1970” instead of “IS : 59159-70”.

3. This issues in consultation with the Finance Directorate of The Ministry of Railways.

Download Railway Board Circular RBE No.139/2007

Forward reference ⇒ RBE No.