Initial Training: RBE No.140/1998 – Assistant Drivers

No.E(MPP)98/3/8, dated 22.06.1998

Sub: Initial training of Assistant Drivers – (Diesel/ Electrical).

The question of standardization of the duration and contents of initial training of Assistant Drivers (Diesel and Electric) recruited directly through RRB and those inducted from the maintenance staff of Diesel/ Electric loco sheds/ out station sheds etc. has been considered and it has been decided to impart an initial training of 39 weeks to them as per the enclosed training module/ course content.

The revised period of training will apply to the batches whose training commences on or after the date of issue of this letter.

The Item No.33 and 34 of the Schedule of Board’s letter No.PC-V/97/I/7/18, dated 28.05.1998 (RBE No.115/1998) stands modified so far as training duration is concerned.    

The Ministry of Railways have decided that the Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Vol.I may be amended as in the Advance Correction Slip.

Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Vol-I (Revised Edition-1989)

Advance Correction Slip No.50

Para (d) of Sub-para 1 of Para 137 of Sub-Section III of Section ‘B’ of Chapter I of the Indian Railway Establishment Manual Vol-I (Revised Edition, 1989) may be inserted as under:-     

“(d) Training: 39 weeks                   

[Authority: Railway Board’s letter No.E(MPP)98/3/8, dated 22.06.1998, (RBE No.140/1998)]

Indian Railway Establishment Manual, Vol-I (Revised Edition-1989)

Advance Correction Slip No.50

Para (e) of Sub-para 1 of Para 138 of Sub-Section III of Section ‘B’ of Chapter I of the Indian Railway Establishment Manual Vol-I (Revised Edition, 1989) may be inserted as under:- 

“(d) Training: 39 weeks.              

[Authority: Railway Board’s letter No.E(MPP)98/3/8, dated 22.06.1998, (RBE No.140/1998)]

LOCO-RNG-1

DEPARTMENT:  MECHANICAL/ ELECTRICAL

ACTIVITY CENTRE: STATION/ TRAIN

TRADE: ASSISTANT DRIVER

Stage: Induction/ Lateral Induction from maintenance to Assistant Driver (3050-4590)

Technical Qualification: 

Mod. No.	Description	Duration
RNG-1	Indian Railways – General Information and Business Environment, Fire Fighting, Hygiene, first Aid.	2 Wks.
RNG-2	Basics of electrical/ mechanical engg. including OHE in electrical territory.	2 Wks.
RNG-3	Familiarization with the Lay out and working of various types of loco/ sub-system/ sub-assemblies.	6 Wks.
RNG-4	Familiarization with relevant aspects of Coaches and Wagon for tackling problems on run.	2 Wks.
RNG-5	Locomotive operating instructions and trouble shooting.	3 Wks.
RNG-6	Safety items of loco and safety equipment provided to running staff and on loco	1 Wk.
RNG-7	Examination of locomotive while turning out from shed taking over from the previous crew including familiarization with Repair book, Trip Card, Joint Guard and Driver Report.	2 Wks.
RNG-8	Transportation Training At ZTC	6 Wks.
RNG-9	Functioning of Shed Lobby/ Crew booking Lobby	1 Wk.
RNG-10	Functioning of Control Office	1 Wk.
RNG-11	Learning road and foot-plate training under Instructor’s Supervision	2 Wks.
RNG-12	Learning road and foot-plate training under Loco Inspector’s Supervision	8 Wks.
RNG-13	Simulator training	1 Wk.
RNG-14	Review and Examination	2 Wks.
	Total	39 Wks.

RNG-1

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Indian Railways – General Information and Business Environment, Fire-Fighting, First Aid, Hygiene.
Duration	2 Wks.
	Contents
1	General Information on Indian Railways – organization and functions of various departments of the railways – History of Railways, Railway working, different tractions on the Railways. Strength and Weaknesses of Rail mode of Transport, competition from other modes of transport, Future business prospects.
2	Fire-fighting
	(a) Causes of fire;
	(b) Identification of unsafe conditions and unsafe acts;
	(c) Indentifying and handling of various types of fire extinguishers;
	(d) Precautions to be taken while extinguishing fire;
	(e) Render first aid to the burn injuries;
	(f) Render first aid to persons affected by suffocation; and
	(g) Communication.
3	First Aid
	(a) Scope and Rules of First Aid;
	(b) Structure and function of body;
	(c) Dressing & Bandages;
	(d) General idea about circulation of blood;
	(e) Wound & Haemorrhages;
	(f) Shock & its management;
	(g) Asphyxia & Artificial respiration;
	(h) Injuries to bones & joints – fractures;
	(i) Burns and scalds;
	(j) Unconsciousness and General rules for the treatment of unconsciousness person;
	(k) Practical demonstration of Transport of injured persons, stretcher exercises, preparing and blanketing stretcher.
4	Hygiene
	(a) Necessity of Hygiene;
	(b) Factors of Hygienic condition;
	(c) Measures for protecting and developing hygiene;
	(d) Personal hygiene under working condition;
	(e) Effects on working atmosphere;
	(f) Necessity for environmental cleanliness;
	(g) Adoption of measures for pollution free environment.

RNG-2

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Basics of electrical/ mechanical Engg. Including OHE in electrified territory
Duration	2 Wks.
	Contents
1	Electric Circuits, Symbols Voltage, current Resistance, Ohms law, series Connection, Parallel Connection, Advantages.
2	Practical demonstration in model room.
3	Ammeters, Voltmeters, Protective devises, fuses, open circuit, close circuit, short circuit relays.
4	Practical demonstration – connection of meters – resistances open & short circuit – operation of protective devices.
5	D.C. Circuit, AC Circuit, Batteries, DC motor, AC motor, Motor in series, parallel, speed variation.
6	Generators, Difference between motor and generator, DC Generators & Motor working principle.
7	Practical observation of these equipments.
8	Alternating current and voltage, single phase and three phase supply.
9	Star Connection, delta connection, 3 phase motor.
10	Practical demonstration in model Room of all equipment.
11	Transformers, Single phase, three phase, and cooling system.
12	Practical observation.
13	Rectifier block, Functioning smoothing reactor, etc.
14	Group discussion.
15	Practical observation of Rectifier block, its cooling system, smoothing reactor, in the loco model.
16	Revision of the lesson.
17	Group discussion and class test by class instructor.

RNG-3

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Familiarization with the Lay out and working of various Types of loco/ sub-system/ sub-assemblies.
Duration	6 Wks.
	Contents
1	Study of EM contactor, EP contactor line and shunting contactor, their constructional feature, CTFs, Reverses, Master controller, etc.
2	Study of speedometer, Hasler type, VDO type graphing I speedometer, winding, setting of time etc., study of all type of protections relays, signaling relays, controls circuit relays.
3	Study of ARNO converter. All types of auxiliary motor, their Horse power speed, method of mounting in loco. Study of traction motor TAO-659, MG 1420 and MG 1580 type Hitachi motor, their constructional features, cooling system, mounting arrangement.
4	Study of Co-co-Bogie, equalizing beams, suspension bearing, mounting of T/Motors, leading pads, Brake rigging, method of line, Gear box, lubricant used. Study of B-B type bogie of WAGI loco pendium suspension, Equalizing beam, drag links, transmission chamber, jacquin drive, Gear box, carden ring. Hollow shaft, Articulation bolt etc.
5	Study of various types of compressor, baby compressor, vacuum exhauster. Study of various types of valves such as C2 relay valve, MU2 B value, HS4 and H5 valves etc.
6	Mounting arrangements of various inter equipment of loco pneumatic circuit in the loco Roof equipment mounting of pantograph and DT etc.
7	Principles of working of Diesel Loco and principles of Diesel engine, types of diesel engines. Layout of WDM2/ YDM4/ 4A, 4 Stroke cycle and Rocker arms assembly.
8	Piston assembly and engine components, components in lower take off end and free end.
9	Main Drive WDM2/ YDM4 and engine speeds VDM4/ 4A and WDM2/ OSTA setting and resetting.
10	Description cylinder head components and cam shaft rotation.
11	Study of loco transformer, cooling system, mounting of MVRH, MPH with transformer, SMGR, GR, ASMGR, PHGR, RGR, RPGR.
12	Study of RSI block and their cooling arrangements, DJ Circuit breaker, vacuum circuit breaker, BV Box, Battery charger.
13	Various schedule inspection of loco, IA, IB and IC inspection, item checked during inspection. Common faults in the loco and location of their faults. Checking of under frame equipment testing of locomotive.
14	Identify the components in the fuel oil system and explain fuel oil system in YDM4/ 4A and WDM2, understanding of Governor functions, examination of fuel leakage.
15	Explanation on Turbo super charges & air charging system on WDM2 & YDM4.
16	Explanation of the Lube oil system in WDM4, YDM4, understanding of CCEM, Explosion Door, L.L.O.B. & O.P.S.
17	Explaining cooling water system in WDM4 & YDM4, temperature switches/ purposes.
18	Identify components of Expresser, exhauster & Compressor explanation of MR Air charging, describing un-loader assembly, checking of expressor crank case oil level, Bresther valve NS16 governor & Auto Drain Valve.
Note	Course contents as given herein will apply differently for Diesel and Electric Drivers as the case may be.

  RNG-4

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Familiarization with relevant aspects of Coaches And Wagon for tackling problems on run.
Duration	2 Wks.
	Contents
1	Different types of Air brake stock BOXN, BCN, BTPN, BRN etc. and Air brake coaches on M/E trains, description of fuel oil tanks (BG & MG).
2	Equipment provided in Air brake stock, Brake pipe, feed pipe, AUX and control reservoir, Distributor valve Brake cylinder, their identification describing air charging in train, explain single pipe/ twin pipe working.
3	Slack Adjuster Angle cock, their position loaded/ Empty lever, function of various equipment.
4	Physical observation of various equipment in Air brake stock.
5	Releasing of Wagons when brakes are jammed, Adjusting slack adjuster.
6	Method of isolation of distributor valves when brakes are not getting released or the DB valve in defective.
7	Testing of continuity of BP pressure from loco to BVG before starting.
8	Practical demonstration of continuity testing and releasing and isolation and drill.
9	Testing and detection of leakage in loco and load.
10	Shunting of Air brake load, attachment and detachment of air brake wagons.
11	Time lag between the time of building BP pressure and releasing of brake in all the wagons after the application. Need for the time lags before notching up to avoid train parting.
12	Practical working in Air brake stock, changing of BP/ P Pipes.
13	Releasing and isolation in Air brake coaches, detection of leakage.
14	Vacuum brake system, Equipment provided in Vac brake stock. Brake cylinder brake rigging in wagon, releasing of wagon, detection of leakage, connecting Hose pipe, changing of Hose pipe, Dosher clapped valves etc. Isolation of defective cylinder.
15	Practical demonstration and drill of releasing brakes.
16	Group discussions feedback and class test.
17	Revision and class test.
18	Understanding the salient features of 28 LV-1 Brake system, independent Air Brake application & release (SA9), explain VAIB Control valve/ VA1 release valve/28 VB Control valve/ MU2B valve & F1 selector valve.
19	Understanding vacuum creation, destruction & recreation, conjunction working, conducting vacuum efficiency test, understand MU unit air brake application & release/ C2 relay valve.

RNG-5

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Locomotive operating instructions and trouble shooting
Duration	3 Wks.
	Contents
1	Testing of loco brakes.
2	Testing of vacuum on loco, testing of leakage of loco alone and that of load.
3	Testing of capability of compressor and pressure leakage in loco.
4	Wheel slipping cases, sanding by using PSA use of ZQWC in WAG5 loco.
5	Changing of cab, manual operation of GR.
6	Working of train when Headlight is defective, horn not working, and pilot lamps not working.
7	Procedure for passing neutral section, duties of Asstt. Driver.
8	Checking working of various auxiliaries on run afier starting station and also after passing every neutral section.
9	Keeping watch on the Armature, Voltmeter, Speedometer and gauges on run.
10	Keeping constant lookout of the track looking back in curves for smooth working of train, any abnormal sound etc. and informing TLC for any irregularity.
11	Reading of caution orders B.P. certificates and following instruction given in C/ order.
12	Correct method of calling of signal and re-peaking exchanging all right with Guard and station staff.
13	Procedure for stopping train on a raising gradient.
14	Procedure for stopping a train in a graded section.
15	Slowing down and stopping at station platform.
16	Parting of train on run-causes and steps for avoiding parting of train. Action to be taken in case of train parting on run.
17	Procedure for working air brake train.
18	Attending wagon/ coaches in case of vacuum drop, chain-pulling case in mid section, releasing of cylinders, D.B. Valve etc.
19	Protection of train and track in case of accident.
20	Energy conservation, coasting on run switching off blower during long halts.
21	Procedure for attaching dead locos on different type of train.
22	Checking of brake power and brake efficiency in vacuum and Air brake train on run. Assessment as starting station.
23	Safety precaution to be observed on line.
24	Procedure for working double headed train.
25	Controlling of heavy loaded train on DN gradient.
26	Checking of stable load.
27	Trouble shooting DJ failure with Relay target.
28	Trouble shooting DJ tripping with relay targets.
29	Trouble shooting Aux. Failure.
30	Trouble shooting T/ motor failure.
31	Trouble shooting Traction failure.
32	Trouble shooting pneumatic failure.
33	Trouble shooting for vacuum failure.
34	Trouble shooting Bogie problem.
35	Trouble shooting for miscellaneous failure.
36	Condition for resuming traction after putting equipment out of service.
37	Group discussion and doubts to be cleared.

RNG-6

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Safety items of loco and safety equipment Provided to running staff and on loco.
Duration	1 Wks.
	Contents
1	Different types of fires.
2	Classification of Fires, Method of extinguishing fire.
3	Fire extinguisher used in loco, their capacity and location in the loco.
4	Fire fighting technique.
5	Fire fighting demonstration and drill.
6	Safety precaution before energizing the loco.
7	Safety precaution before entering the HT compartment of loco.
8	Safety precaution before carrying out roof inspection of loco, use of ladder provided in the loco.
9	Use of flasher light provided on loco and its operation. Action to be taken on seeing flasher light in opposite direction.
10	Use of fuse issued to the driver.
11	Group discussion and feedback.
12	Practical demonstration of use of safety equipment in loco.
13	Revision of the course.
14	Safety devises in LOS, to also explain OSTA/ LLOB/ OPS extension/ explosion Doors.
15	Locating emergency switches of loco.
16	Procedure for shunting down loco & secure the same for WDM4/ YDM4/ 4A.

RNG-7

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Examination of locomotive while turning out from Shed taking over from the previous crew including Familiarization with Repair book, Trip Card, Joint Guard and Driver Report
Duration	2 Wks.
	Contents
1	Checking of loco at the time of shed out LT/HT testing for each type of loco.
2	Duties at the time of signing on-Road register and other registers.
3	Checking of loco at the inter-mediate points and crew changing points on line.
4	Stabling of loco in shed or in yard.
5	Taking loco out of the shed.
6	Coupling of loco with loads or other loco with screw coupling, CBC coupling.
7	Reading of locomotive logbook and making entries.
8	Procedure for working loco from rear cab.

RNG-8

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Transportation Training at ZTC.
Duration	6 Wks.
	Contents
1	Definitions of “Transportation” and “Operation”. Idea about section 19(1)(e) of Indian Railways Act, 1890. Formulation of General and Subsidiary Rules and their legal force.
2	Definition as used in General and Subsidiary Rules and their explanations.
3	Signals:- Types of signals, signals covering the approach and departure of the trains. Signals used for control of shunting movement, Trap and point Indicators, Lower Quadrant, Upper quadrant, colour light signals, position light signal, co-acting signals, automatic and permissible signals, hand signals and detonating signals. Working of signals and points interlocking isolating conditions for taking off outer signal, home signal, last stop signal, warner, signal, gate signal, calling on signal, shunt signals and catch siding points. Defective signals and authority to pass.
4	Classification of Stations and their minimum equipment, system of working (Trains), absolute block systems. One train only systems.
5	Working of trains, Engineering restrictions, description of indicators of permanent and temporary engineering restrictions, speed over facing points, Engine running tender foremost and its various speeds, exchange of signals, all right signals, whistle codes.
6	Rules for shunting at different class of stations, rules for single line, working on double line sections, Rules for working trains in the event of failure of communication on both single and double line section.
7	Various forms used in train and shunting operations.
8	Various speed limits under different situations much as on facing points, while running through, while pushing trains, while engine running tender foremost during failure of head lights, etc. Head lights and market lights on single and double line shunting engine, tail and sidelights tail board and tail lamps.
9	Special precautions while working in Ghat Sections and in overhead Electrical Sections, Ghat rules safety sidings.
10	Accidents, definition of an Accident, defective running of locomotive and Tenders protection of Trains when stopped in midsections.
11	Diesel Asstts. and Drivers to keep a good look out for exchange of signals with guard and station staff. Action in case of Alarm Chain pulling.
12	Brief duties of Diesel Asstt./ Electrical Asstt. Personal equipment of Driver, Tool Box equipment of Driver and engine equipment and brief idea about safe train working and responsibilities of Diesel Asstt./ Electrical Asstt. towards these equipment.

RNG-9

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Functioning of Shed Lobby/ Crew booking Lobby
Duration	1 Wk.
	Contents
1	Study of different register maintained under ATFR/ BRCY Road Register, caution order Register, Equipment isolation Register, Speedometer defect Register, punctuality register, Safety folder speed restriction board, Safety Bulletin.
2	Various standing instruction/ circulars issued regarding safety and loco working.
3	Booking of crew, preparation of chart.
4	Breathalyzer test, signing on duty and OFF duty register.
5	Filling up of the logbook of the loco. Various column of the logbook.
6	Importance of LRD register, vision register.
7	Register of medical test, refresher course attended, Safety camp attended, etc.

RNG-10

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Functioning of Control Office
Duration	1 Wk.
	Contents
1	Study of various registers maintained in TLC’s Room. Section wise register for goods train, passenger train, TLC logbook, etc.
2	Crew link, loco link, withdrawing locos for schedule inspection unscheduled repairs liaison with traffic.
3	Booked speed, Max speed, sectional speed preparation of various statistical details GTKM for goods or passenger train, loco ineffective hourly statistical, calculation of Ave. speed.
4	Maintaining various records regarding schedule inspection carried out, overdue, etc.
5	Reading of control graphs preparation of loco graph.
6	Drivers report to TLC regarding loco failure abnormalities etc.

RNG-11

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Learning road and foot-plate training under Instructor’s Supervision
Duration	2 Wk.
	Contents
1	Stabling loco in shed or in yard.
2	Special points when making the loco dead in case of loco failure enroute.
3	Location of field telephone taps.
4	Using field telephone taps for contacting TPC.
5	Watching the function of auxiliaries on run.
6	Watching the proper operation of various equipment on the loco, oil levels of transformer, CP. PVs.
7	Study of signboards for opening and closing DJ while passing neutral section.
8	Procedure for passing neutral section.
9	Watching the meter reading gauges speedometer on run.
10	Operation of BLCPD for maintaining proper MR pressures.
11	Application of Air brake and vacuum brake.
12	Using PVEF, PSA, etc.
13	Inspection of loco at halts.
14	Inspection of axle boxes, draining of MRs etc.
15	Using of emergency brake through DVB, RS.
16	EEC control, manual operation of GR in each type of loco to be done individually by each trainee.
17	Raising and lowering of Panto while passing through feeding post as per caution order.
18	Reading caution orders, Brake power certificate and other memos.
19	Min. vac. on loco a train, checking of leakage on train.
20	Procedure for testing of leakage in loco. Test plate cabs changing.
21	Observing various signals and correctly repeating to driver.
22	Calling on signal, IBH, LC gate etc. defective signals passing such signal under authority.
23	Exchange of signal with guard and station staff while starting while running through of station etc.
24	Automatic signal location, type passing the same in ON position.
25	Permanent and temporary speed restriction-engineering signals.
26	Passing through loop, single line working in double line section.
27	Assessing the speed where SPM is defective.
28	Train working while pilot lamps are not working or head light is defective.
29	Abnormalities observed on line, informing TLC/ TPC.
30	Energy conservation, costing boards, coasting, switching off blower where stoppage is more than 145 minutes, effective train controlling.
31	Attaching and detaching of dead locos on train of various types.
32	Shunting operation of passenger coaches yard shunting. Attaching of loco on load by CBC coupling screw coupling.
33	Train parting in mid section, how to attend and clear section, avoiding train parting.
34	Action in case of wheel slipping and stalling due to oily track, slipping track.
35	Driving from rear cab. Procedures and precaution.
36	Working double headed train.
37	Testing of continuity of BP pressure in the train.
38	Brake power assessment before starting and on run in 1st block section.

RNG-12

ASSTT. DRIVER SCALE 3050-4590

Description	Learning road and foot-plate training under Loco Inspector’s Supervision
Duration	8 Wk.
	Contents
1	Keeping watch on the signal and repeating signal aspects to the driver.
2	Keeping watch on OHE and different indication boards.
3	Getting acquainted with the gradient of the section specially where a stop, signal is situated.
4	Being aware of the station and yard shunting operation and signal situation.
5	After departing signal is lowered take alright signal from the guard and repeat to the driver.
6	On curves keep habit of look back for train and its safe running.
7	To watch for any hot axle or any other abnormality and the train from loco to BVG is OK.
8	When train is running through station staff.
9	Location of field telephones taps and the arrow marking to indicate the direction to which nearest telephone tap is available.
10	Repeat this sign board of 500M, 250M DJ open, DJ closing Panto lower auto raise.
11	Cab changing on line.
12	Inspection of condition of Axle boxes for temperature abnormality and other bogie frame defects, if any, working of auxiliaries, temperature working voltage of battery charger and charging condition oil level of transformer GR and oil level of CPs PVs.
13	Using field telephone land contacting TPC for emergency, power block when PT is damaged or problem or roof of loco needing roof inspection.
14	Handling the loco with all vigilance and watching ammeter, voltmeter and OHE voltage, frequent whistle boards and level crossing gate.
15	Use of BLCPD.
16	Use of emergency brakes.
17	Manual control of GR EEC etc.
18	Stabling of loco in sheds out station yards, etc.
19	Recording of timings of goods, passenger and Mail/ Express trains.
20	Carry out half hourly exam of locomotives & recording the OHE volt, EA & MBA volt in the logbook.
21	Keeping watch on pilot lamps, ammeter variation during wheel slip and caution the Driver.
22	Check the Armature/ voltmeter/ SPM of both cabs and inform driver.
23	Keeping watch on train passing through other times and inform driver if any abnormality is noticed.
24	If noticed flasher light of other trains, repeat to driver and stop trains if required.
25	If train running in excess speed inform driver immediately.

Download Railway Board Circular RBE No.140/1998                                             

Forward reference ⇒ RBE No.152/2001,