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ATKINS Senior Structural Design Engineer

2008-08-29T14:04:00.000-07:00

Recruiter: ATKINS
Job Reference: JRx-1832-44197-RL1204
Date Advertised: 15 October 2007
Duration of Employment: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Location: London/South East
Salary / Hourly Rate: 36000 - 48000

Job Summary

Atkins is one of the world's leading rail engineers. Its rail business is the largest in its field in Europe.

We have committed forward workload and a strategy to achieve growth through expanding our existing client base to provide consultancy services including GRIP 1-3 feasibilities, outline design, detailed design, and consultancy advice.

As part of the provision of locally-based multi-functional railway consultancy services, there is a need in our Croydon office for an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer (Stations and Platforms) to join our Structural Design Team.

We have recently relocated to modern new offices at number 1 Croydon which is immediately adjacent to East Croydon Rail, tram and bus station. The newly refurbished office affords a clean, modern workplace; providing you with a healthy and professional working environment.

Current major rail projects include upgrade and improvement works on Thameslink, Docklands Light Railway and Kings Cross Station as well as work on the East London Line extension and W10 Route Clearance work in the South East.

Responsibilities

* Management of multiple projects, so as to achieve the clients objectives to cost and programme
* Prepare and lead proposals and offers for projects with defined design and cost parameters
* Undertake independent studies/analysis and preparing recommendations and conclusions for formal review
* Effectively manage own time which may if necessary be allocated to more than one project
* Build client relationships and identify business prospects, and develop sales opportunities

Requirements

* Extensive experience in UK building design and analysis
* Chartered Structural Engineer or Civil Engineer
* Competent user of industry standard software to include design, office & planning software
* Able to review and certify compliance
* Proactive team player able to lead and drive projects from concept to closure
* Acknowledged expertise in structural/civil engineering and able to exercise technical leadership
* You will have demonstrated the ability to work within budget, to control costs and manage change control
* You will be commercially aware and have a flexible attitude to both the type of work undertaken and the level of responsibility

Training + Development

Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We encourage participation in all forms of training and have an active programme of in-house and well as external training for all of our engineers.
Reward & Benefits As a Sunday Times Top 20 Employer we believe in looking after our staff. The pressures and pace of modern life means that we need to take care to give sufficient priority to our health and well-being. With this in mind, we have a generous rewards and benefits scheme including:- 25 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays + the ability to sell 5 or buy up to 15 days additional leave Contributory Pension Scheme – Atkins will match and double employee contributions Life Assurance Scheme Personal accident cover Share incentive plan (after 6 months service) Professional fees paid Pr...

ATKINS Civil Engineering Team Leader (Cardiff)

2008-08-29T14:02:00.000-07:00

Recruiter: ATKINS
Job Reference: JRx-1832-45446-RL1341
Date Advertised: 08 April 2008
Duration of Employment: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Wales
Salary / Hourly Rate: 27000 - 37000

Job Summary

Atkins Rail's Western team comprises nearly 50 staff, of which around 25 are civil, structural, geotechnical and permanent way engineers.

The team work on all aspects of heavy civil engineering projects, including bridge design and assessment, structural design of signal gantries, stations and depots, foundation design, earthworks stabilisation and permanent way (track) layouts.

Some of our key projects recently include Earl's Court Station Modernisation, South Wales Resignalling, and the West Coast Main Line Upgrade. Our engineers also work on international projects in Europe, the middle East and Africa.

Our Swindon office has a strong ethos of team working and collaboration. Projects are delivered by groups formed within the local office, and across regional offices of Atkins (Oxford, Bristol, Cardiff, and Exeter), as well as across UK national teams including London and Birmingham.

We now have an opportunity for a Civil Engineering Team Leader to run a new Civils Team based in our Cardiff office, supporting the Civil Engineering Manager. This role would ideally suit a newly chartered civil engineer who is looking for a new challenge to join a new and expanding team to work on a wide range of challenging projects.

Requirements

* Good understanding of the rail industry or other similar safety critical industry and associated rules and regulations essential
* Appropriate level of experience in civil structures design preferably gained within multi-disciplinary teams and covering one or more of the following

Station buildings and platform designStructural design for Signalling schemesStructure inspection, assessment, refurbishment & reconstruction design (Bridges, Tunnels, Stations and Depots)Permanent way S&C and plain line design

* Chartered Engineer
* Civil Engineering Degree (or equivalent)
* Strong IT skills
* Appropriate health and safety training certificates

Responsibilities

* Lead a Civils team providing supervision and guidance to team members to ensure optimum use of resources
* Provide engineering judgement and experience within the team and mentor less experienced engineers
* Carry out work within an agreed cost and programme
* Carry out studies, designs, inspections and the like

Training

Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We run a Continuous Development Programme of lunchtime seminars every fortnight.
Reward & Benefits

As a Sunday Times Top 20 Employer we believe in looking after our staff. The pressures and pace of modern life means that we need to take care to give sufficient priority to our health and well-being. With this in mind, we have a generous rewards and benefits scheme including:-
25 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays + the ability to sell 5 or buy up to 15 days additional leave Contributory Pension Scheme – Atkins will match and double employee contributions Life Assurance Scheme Personal accident cover Share incentive plan (after 6 months service) Professional fees paid Private medical insurance discount Income Protection ...

ATKINS Senior Transport Managing Consultant

2008-08-29T13:58:00.000-07:00

Recruiter: ATKINS
Job Reference: JRx-1832-46501-RL1427
Date Advertised: 20 May 2008
Duration of Employment: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Location: West Midlands
Salary / Hourly Rate: Competitive

Job Description

As a result of continued growth, we are currently recruiting Senior Transport Managing Consultants to join our team. This position will give you the opportunity to work on major, international projects alongside executives, engineers, bankers, lawyers, insurers, developers and entrepreneurs. You will gain a thorough insight into the top teams of major projects and their financial drivers. You will have the opportunity to win and deliver a wide range of short, medium and long-term high-value consultancy commissions. You will also have an involvement in the development of this rapidly growing facet of Atkins’ business. The successful applicant will be able to choose from any of our main Rail offices (Birmingham, Croydon, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Swindon, Warrington, York). The team is currently working on projects un the UK, Ireland, USA, France, Denmark, Belgium, Holland, Spain, Finland, Sweden, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Japan, Brazil and Kazakhstan. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes:

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to focus their work on all aspects of Transport Management Consultancy from the initial bidding stage through to delivery of a project.

Requirements

The successful applicants will possess the following attributes / skills:

* MEng qualified (or equivalent)
* A recognised professional qualification
* You will have a genuine interest in business management and development
* You will be able to demonstrate excellent project / programme management skills
* The successful applicant will be experienced in bidding, winning and delivering major projects and high value consultancy commissions
* Ideally, you will be fluent in more than one European Language

Rewards and Benefits

# 25 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays + the ability to buy up to 15 days additional annual leave
# Contributory Pension Scheme – Atkins will match and double employee contributions
# Life Assurance Scheme
# Personal accident cover
# Share incentive plan (after 6 months service)
# Professional fees paid
# Give as you earn – charity contributions
# Private medical insurance discount
# Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour free advice
# Childcare vouchers
# Sports and social activities

ATKINS Principal Tunnel Engineer

2008-08-29T13:54:00.000-07:00

Recruiter: ATKINS
Job Reference: JRx-1832-43186-DE3438
Date Advertised: 18 September 2007
Duration of Employment: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Location: London/South East
Salary / Hourly Rate: Competitive

Job Summary

Atkins is the largest engineering consultant in the UK, largest multi-disciplinary firm in Europe and fourth largest design firm in the world, with a turnover of £1.2Bn. The post of Principal Tunnel Engineer will afford opportunities commensurate with a company of such size.

Atkins has an impressive current portfolio of prestigious tunnelling projects in the UK and internationally including high profile rail projects in Dubai and South Africa and seeks to expand the current team of dedicated technical specialists to deliver these exciting commissions, and to extend their capability in underground technology further within the UK and worldwide.

The position is offered as a permanent post.

Requirements & Responsibilities

We are now urgently seeking a Principal Engineer to enhance our tunnelling business in our newly established London Office in St Paul’s and in our head office Epsom. Your own tunnelling knowledge and reputation will be supported by the depth of skill and expertise within the rapidly expanding tunnelling and geotechnics group in the UK and worldwide, including a number of internationally renowned experts. Candidates should have:

* Good academic background with a civil engineering bachelors or masters degree Be a chartered civil or structural engineer with an appropriate level of experience of which a significant proportion should have been gained with an engineering design company undertaking the design of tunnels or related infrastructure Proven numeracy skills (chartered mining engineers with a proven aptitude in mathematics and tunnel engineering design consultancy will be considered) Good written and verbal communication skills (clear, concise report writing will be expected) Familiarity of managing design teams, motivating staff, working on multiple concurrent commissions, and representing the company to clients High motivation to succeed, and to progress and develop their chosen careers A personality compatible with a high degree of collaborative and team work A current UK driving license A willingness to travel on short assignments both within the UK and overseas

Training

Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We encourage participation in all forms of training and have an active programme of in-house and well as external training for all our engineers.

Rewards & Benefits

* 25 days annual leave
* Flexible annual leave scheme
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Share Incentive Plan
* Employee Car Ownership Scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Professional Membership Fees paid
* Personal Accident Cover
* Give as You Earn
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance
* Childcare Vouchers
* Sports and social events programme

Welder

2008-08-27T14:01:00.000-07:00

What is the work like?

Welders cut, shape and join materials to make components in a wide range of industries, such as construction and engineering, transport, aerospace, and offshore oil and gas. Welders also carry out repairs on manufacturing equipment and machinery.

As a welder, your tasks would include:

* selecting, laying out and positioning materials to be cut or joined
* following engineering drawings and templates
* using the most suitable welding methods to build up sections or make repairs
* inspecting and testing cuts and joins, using precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers
* operating semi-automatic spot-welding equipment, often found on high volume production lines like car manufacturing.

You would usually work with metals and alloys, but you could also cut and join composite materials, using specialist welding techniques. Common methods include oxyacetylene, MIG (metal inert gas), MMA (manual metal arc), TIG (tungsten inert gas), laser welding and ultrasonic welding.

Within engineering and construction, if you are qualified to carry out particular types of work, you would often be known as a 'coded' welder. This means that your work meets British and European quality standards.
What qualifications and experience will employers look for?

You may be able to get into this job through an engineering Apprenticeship scheme. To start on a scheme, you will normally need four GCSEs (A-C), such as maths, engineering, English or science. The range of Apprenticeships available in your area will depend on the local jobs market and the types of skills employers need from their workers. For more information on Apprenticeships, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk.

Alternatively, you could study for a qualification, which would give you some of the skills needed for this job. Relevant courses include:

* ABC Certificate in Welding and Fabrication Practice at levels 1 to 3
* City & Guilds Certificate in Welding Skills, and Certificate in Engineering at levels 1 to 3
* BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering (Fabrication & Welding) or Mechanical Engineering.

See the websites for the Engineering Construction Training Board (ECITB), SEMTA and the Welding Institute (TWI) in the section below for more information about welding careers, qualifications and training. The Engineering Training Council (Northern Ireland) also has careers information and a course database for local colleges.
What further training and development can I do?

Most of your training would be work based and cover areas such as reading technical drawings, selecting materials and tools, and training in the relevant welding techniques for the industry you are working in.

You could study for one of several NVQs once you are working, including:

* Performing Engineering Operations levels 1 and 2
* Fabrication and Welding Engineering levels 2 and 3
* Welding (with pipework or plating options) Level 3
* Fabrication and Welding Level 3.

You would normally have to pass competency tests for the type of welding work you carry out. These tests show that your work meets British and European welding standards (also known as codes). There are many codes specific to particular welding work, for example BS EN 287 and BS EN ISO 9606 cover pipework, pressure vessels and tanks. For more details about coding tests, contact your local welding course provider or the Welding Institute (TWI).

If you have teamleading responsibilities, you could take the ABC Level 4 Diploma in Supervisory Management in Fabrication and Welding Studies, which covers advanced welding processes, welding science and quality assurance.

You could also contact the Welding Institute about their range of training schemes covering welding techniques, as well as inspection and testing qualifications. They also have information about the industries in which welding skills play a key role.
Where can I go for more information?

Welding Institute (TWI)
Granta Park
Great Abington
Cambridge
CB21 6AL
Tel: 01223 899000

Engineering Training Council (Northern Ireland)
Interpoint
20-24 York Street
Belfast
BT15 1AQ
Tel: 028 9032 9878

Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB)
Blue Court
Church Lane
Kings Langley
Hertfordshire
WD4 8JP
Tel: 01923 260000
NASEC Administration: 01923 402155

SEMTA (Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance)
14 Upton Road
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 0JT
Tel: 0800 282167

If you would like to discuss your career options with a learning adviser at learndirect Careers Advice, call 0800 100 900

Engineering Operative

2008-08-27T13:59:00.000-07:00

What is the work like?

As an engineering operative, you could work all areas of industry, ranging from automotive and electronics manufacturing to petrochemicals and railways.

Your exact duties would depend on your industry but could include:

* marking out, cutting and drilling items with power tools or CNC machine equipment
* fabricating and assembling components to make electrical or mechanical goods, such as vehicles or domestic appliances
* welding parts together using oxyacetylene, MIG and TIG methods
* servicing and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment
* inspecting and testing wiring and circuitry, and replacing faulty parts
* cleaning parts and equipment using chemical solutions
* applying finishes and surface coatings to products, using chemicals or by spray painting
* carrying out basic quality checks.

Other duties may include using forklift trucks, hoists or trolleys to move raw materials and finished products around the factory floor, and storage and dispatch areas.
What qualifications and experience will employers look for?

You may be able to get into this job through an engineering Apprenticeship scheme. The range of Apprenticeships available in your area will depend on the local jobs market and the types of skills employers need from their workers. For more information on Apprenticeships, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk.

To be eligible for an Apprenticeship, you are likely to need four GCSEs (A-C), including maths, science, engineering, design and technology or equivalent qualifications like the BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in Engineering.

Alternatively, you could take qualifications at college to learn some of the skills needed in this type of work. Courses include:

* Edexcel (BTEC) National Certificates and Diplomas in engineering (various branches)
* City & Guilds awards in engineering
* Engineering Diploma (available to students aged 14 to 19 from September 2008).

See SEMTA for general information about engineering as a career.
What further training and development can I do?

You would do most of your training on the job and you could choose to take a work-based NVQ qualification, such as:

* Performing Engineering Operations at levels 1 and 2
* Engineering Maintenance and Installation Level 2
* Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering at levels 2 and 3
* Process Engineering Maintenance at levels 2 and 3.

See the technician job profiles in the Manufacturing and Engineering category for more details about training in specific job roles.
Where can I go for more information?

SEMTA (Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance)
14 Upton Road
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 0JT
Tel: 0800 282167

If you would like to discuss your career options with a learning adviser at learndirect Careers Advice, call 0800 100 900

Rail Engineering Technician

2008-08-27T13:58:00.000-07:00

What is the work like?

As a rail engineering technician, your would make and service the mechanical and electrical systems found on train engines, passenger carriages and other rolling stock.

You could have a variety of duties, including:

* building new engines and carriages
* fitting out new carriages with upholstery, lighting, control panels and communication systems
* inspecting bodywork, roofs and under-carriages for wear and tear or damage
* repairing or replacing parts
* making new parts where necessary
* carrying out regular maintenance checks on systems, such as brakes and couplings
* taking apart and testing mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems before reassembly
* writing reports and updating maintenance records.

For most of these tasks you would use a range of hand and power tools, which could include welding equipment, and you would follow technical drawings and instructions drawn up by senior technicians or engineers.

You would work closely with other craftspeople, such as carpenters, painters, upholsterers and sheet metal workers.
What qualifications and experience will employers look for?

To become a rail engineering technician, you would normally need experience of working as a mechanical fitter, electrician or craftsperson in another industry. For example, a background as a coach builder or motor vehicle technician may be helpful.

At the interview stage, you would have to pass a medical exam to test your physical fitness, eyesight, colour vision and hearing. You may also have to take an aptitude test to assess your existing skills and knowledge.

A Rail Transport Engineering apprenticeship may offer you a different route into this work. These are offered by rail engineering firms, Network Rail and train operating companies. You can also find schemes with Tube Lines on the London Underground. You would normally need four GCSEs (grades A-C), including English, maths and a science subject.

See the GoSkills website for more details about apprenticeships, jobs and training in the rail industry.

Personal Track Safety
You must hold a track safety card before you can work trackside. Your employer would put you through the Personal Track Safety (PTS) course and on completion, you would be awarded a safety card. This course is only available to people employed by rail engineering companies.

See the National Competency Control Agency website for information about the safety card and training providers.
What further training and development can I do?

As an apprentice rail engineering technician, your employer would train you in basic engineering craft skills in a workshop. You would then spend time working on maintenance tasks under the supervision of experienced fitters and technicians. You would also go to a college on a day-release basis to learn the theory.

You would be expected to work towards the NVQ in Railway Engineering at levels 1 to 3. This contains several options, depending on your exact duties, but covers fault finding, re-assembling parts, testing systems and preventative maintenance.
Where can I go for more information?

GoSkills
Concorde House
Trinity Park
Solihull
Birmingham
B37 7UQ
Tel: 0121 635 5520
http://www.goskills.org

National Competency Control Agency

Network Rail
40 Melton Street
London
NW1 2EE
Tel: 020 7557 8000

If you would like to discuss your career options with a learning adviser at learndirect Careers Advice, call 0800 100 90

Train Station Staff

2008-08-27T13:54:00.000-07:00

What is the work like?

As the member of a team of train station staff, you would deal with customers and perform other tasks on the station platforms.

Your duties would include:

* selling and checking tickets
* making sure that passengers get on and off the train safely
* helping to load and unload luggage
* signalling the guard or driver to depart
* updating message displays showing passenger information
* making passenger announcements
* operating CCTV cameras
* giving out information on services, routes, train times and delays.

In smaller stations, you may have other tasks, such as cleaning or clearing snow and ice off platforms during the winter.
What qualifications and experience will employers look for?

You can apply directly to train operating companies or Network Rail for trainee positions. Employers could ask for some GCSEs or equivalent qualifications. You may be tested on your maths and communication skills at job interviews.

You would also have to pass a medical examination, including tests for fitness levels, eyesight, colour vision and hearing. The safety of rail passengers is critically important, and operating companies have a rigid policy on drug and alcohol abuse. You could be tested for drugs or alcohol at any time during work.

Experience of working with the public in a retail or customer service environment could give you an advantage when applying for jobs.

You may be able to get into this job through an Apprenticeship scheme with a train operating company. The range of Apprenticeships available in your area will depend on the local jobs market and the types of skills employers need from their workers. For more information on Apprenticeships, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk.

See the GoSkills website for more details about rail transport careers and contacts for train operating companies.

#What further training and development can I do?

You would usually start your job with a short induction course covering:

* company rules and procedures
* safety issues
* customer service
* timetables and fares.

You would then develop your skills by working alongside experienced station staff on the platform, in the ticket office and in the information centre.

You could work towards NVQ Level 2 in Rail Transport Operations (Passenger Services), or NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Customer Service.

Where can I go for more information?

GoSkills
Concorde House
Trinity Park
Solihull
Birmingham
B37 7UQ
Tel: 0121 635 5520

Network Rail
40 Melton Street
London
NW1 2EE
Tel: 020 7557 8000

If you would like to discuss your career options with a learning adviser at learndirect Careers Advice, call 0800 100 900

Train Driver

2008-08-27T13:50:00.000-07:00

What is the work like?

Train drivers drive passenger and freight trains on local, national and London Underground rail networks. They also work on engines that pull engineering equipment into place for track maintenance.

As a train driver you would make scheduled stops along your route to pick up and drop off passengers or freight. Your other duties would typically include:

* making equipment and engine checks before a journey begins
* checking with control centres for information about routes and any problems
* following signalling instructions during the journey
* making passenger announcements
* controlling automatic doors
* positioning and handing over engines to drivers on the next shift.

You would also record any incidents during your shift, for example onboard or trackside equipment problems, hazards or delays.

What qualifications and experience will employers look for?

You do not always need specific qualifications to get into this type of work, although most employers will expect you to have a good general standard of education, including maths and English GCSEs. Some mechanical or electrical knowledge may also be useful.

You can apply directly to train operating companies for information about vacancies. Alternatively, you could start work in the rail service in another job, for example, as part of the station staff or maintenance crews, and then apply for trainee driver posts when they come up. Train companies often promote from within.

You normally have to be at least 21 to work as a train driver on the national rail network. If you are aged between 18 and 21, you may be able to train and work in yards and depots away from passenger lines. To work on the London Undergound you must be at least 18.

If you are successful in your initial application with a company, you will be invited to a training centre where you would sit tests on:

* basic mechanical knowledge
* ability to recall information
* reaction times
* concentration skills.

If you pass these tests, you go on to the interview stage.

You will also have to pass a medical, which will test your fitness levels, eyesight, colour vision and hearing. Employers have strict rules on drug and alcohol abuse, and can carry out random screening at any time.

Overseas rail qualifications are not recognised in the UK. You will have to follow the same application process as UK candidates.

See the GoSkills websites for more details about rail transport careers and contacts for train operating companies.
What further training and development can I do?

Your training period would normally last between nine and 18 months. Some of your training may take place in a cab simulator, which recreates real-life situations such as trackside hazards, bad weather or mechanical failure.

Your training would be split into four stages:

* Rules and Regulations – driver cab controls, signalling systems and track safety
* Traction Knowledge – engine layout, safety systems and fault identification
* Train Handling – 200 to 300 hours' practical driving skills, including night driving
* Route Knowledge – route information, such as braking distances, speed restrictions and signal positions (you can only drive on routes you have been assessed on, so you would continue to learn more routes once you qualify).

You must complete assessments at the end of each stage to fully qualify as a train driver.

You would also complete a Personal Track Safety (PTS) certificate during the training period.

You could take on-the-job qualifications like the NVQ Level 2 in Rail Transport Operations (Driving) or NVQ Level 2 in Rail Transport Operations (Shunting).

A driving standards manager would regularly assess your driving skills throughout your career.

West Bengal Police

2008-08-27T13:41:00.000-07:00

The West Bengal Police is the Police Force of the State of West Bengal,in the Union of India reorganised under provisions of Police Act,1861(Act V of 1861),during British Colonial times.As Article 372(1) of the Constitution of the Republic (and Union of States )of India ,1950 permitted to retain all laws in force and/or in existence at the time of adoption and promulgation of the aforesaid Constitution,the formerly mentioned legislation continues to be the loadstar for all the Police Forces in India,along with subsequent modifications wherever brought about. It is headed by an officer designated as the Director General & Inspector General of Police-present incumbent Anup Bhushan Vohra from 31.7.2006;who has to report to the State Government through the Home (Police) Department which is vested with the power of .He functions from the West Bengal Police Directorate,located in the Writers' Buildings ,the State Government's main Secretariat in BBD Bagh Area of Central Kolkata. DG & IGP,West Bengal is assisted by a team of senior officers from the ranks of Addl DG & IG of Police to Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG~ a post equivalent in rank and status to the Superintendent of Police). West Bengal Police has jurisdiction concurrent with the 18 (eighteen )revenue districts of the State.This comprises one of the 'general police districts' in the State of West Bengal ,as envisaged under the Police Act,1861.The other 'general police district' consisting of the major portions of the metropolitan area of the City of Kolkata , has a separate City Police Force and is constituted and administered under Calcutta Police Act,1866 & Calcutta (Suburban Police ) Act,1866.This unique arrangement in the entire country ,conceived during colonial times,when Calcutta was the capital of the British Empire,where the State capital's (city) Police Force has been kept independent of the State Police Force has been retained till date.The Police Manual of West Bengal Police was compiled and issued during British Raj and is known as the Police Regulations of Bengal(PRB),1943 and with subsequent modifications and corrections, is the guiding source of internal Police Organization and Administration under its area of responsibility.
Contents

* 1 Zones
* 2 Police Range
* 3 (Police)District
* 4 (Police) Sub Divisions
* 5 (Police)Circle
* 6 Police Station
* 7 Functional Units
o 7.1 Armed Police
* 8 Eastern Frontier Rifles
* 9 State Armed Police
* 10 India Reserve Battalions
o 10.1 Auxiliary Forces
* 11 West Bengal National Vounteer Force(WBNVF)
* 12 Home Guards' Organization
* 13 Border Wing Home Guard Battalion
* 14 External links

Zones

The police administration in the state is divided into three police zones and a Government Railway Police (GRP) Zone , each headed by an Inspector General of Police,consisting of one or more Ranges --headed by an officer designated as the Deputy Inspector General of Police or Spl. Inspector General of Police.The Range ,in turn comprises two or more Police districts. In all, there are 22 police districts (including four comprising of Government Railway Police districts), each headed by a Superintendent of Police. Each Zone is headed by an Inspector General of Police. The three Zones are South Bengal (HQ:First Floor, Bhabani Bhawan,31, Belvedere Road,Alipur , Kolkata-700027), Western (HQ: Mirabai Road, Durgapur in the Dist of Burdwan) and North Bengal (HQ:Siliguri in the District of Darjeeling).and office of the IGP railways at 9 Hungerford Street, Kolkata.

Police Range

West Bengal Police has seven Police Ranges and a Railways Range. South Bengal Zone has two Ranges -Presidency (Hqrs on the First Floor of the Bhabani Bhawan,Alipur,Kolkata-27) -consisting of the districts of South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas and Howrah and Murshidabad Range (Hqrs at Kalyani in the district of Nadia) comprising the districts of Nadia and Murshidabad. Western Zone comprises Burdwan Range consisting of Hooghly, Burdwan and Birbhum districts and Midnapore Range comprising Paschim Midnapur, Purba Midnapur, Bankura and Purulia Districts. North Bengal Zone has three Ranges: Jalpaiguri comprising the districts of Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar, Darjeeling consisting of Darjeeling and Uttar Dinajpur and Malda consisting of the districts of Malda and Dakshin Dinajpur. The Railway Zone is headquartered at 7/1, Hungerford Street in Kolkata ,where the Railways Range DIGP also has his office.

(Police)District

Each District is headed by a Superintendent of Police.Each District Comprises one or more Sub-Divisions ,several Circles and Police Stations

(Police) Sub Divisions

.Sub-Division is headed by one Police officer of the rank of DySP/ASP. DySPs (Deputy Superintendentof Police) are members of State Police Service (either directly recruited officer through WBPSC or promoted ). An ASP (Assistant Superintendent of Police) is the member of Indian Police Service (one of the All India Services).

(Police)Circle

A Circle comprises several Police Stations.

Police Station

A Police Station is headed by either a Sub-Inspector (lower subordinate rank)or an Inspector (erstwhile gazetted officer till the Left Front Government in West Bengal about 30 years ago ,did away with the classification of government employees into gazetted and non gazetted categories but as per Police Regulations of Bengal, an upper subordinate rank). Police Station is the basic unit of Policing responsible for prevention and detection of crime, maintenance of public order, enforcing law in general as well as for performing protection duties and making security arrangements for the constitutional authorities ,government functionaries ,representatives of the public in different legislative bodies and local self governments , public figures etc.

Functional Units

Armed Battalions consisting of State Armed Police (SAP) ,Eastern Frontier Rifles (EFR)and India Reserve Bns (IRBs),Criminal Investigation Department(CID),Enforcement Branch(EB),Intelligence Branch (IB), ,Traffic Branch, Police Telecommunication with Hqrs at 3, Moore Avenue, Tollygunge , Kolkata- 700040 ,Training Wing, State Crime Records Bureau(SCRB)& Police Computer Centre (PCC) are some of the functional Units of West Bengal Police .

Armed Police

There are 12 State Armed Police (SAP) Battalions in West Bengal

Eastern Frontier Rifles

State Armed Police

There are 12 State Armed Police (SAP) Battalions in West Bengal i.e. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 8th Bns. headquartered at Mangal Pandey Udyan, Barrackpore,District- North 24 Pgs., 9th Bn. stationed at Krishnagar,District - Nadia, 4th Bn. stationed at Kasba, Raiganj,District Uttar Dinajpur , 10th & 12th Bn. having headquarters at Dabgram, District-Jalpaiguri, 7th Bn. located at Assansol,District , Burdwan, 11th Bn. stationed at Chharra,District- Purulia & 13th Bn stationed at Simulia,District- Purulia.

India Reserve Battalions

Auxiliary Forces

West Bengal National Volunteer Force (WBNVF),Home Guards Organization (including a Bn of the Border Wings' Home Guards)

West Bengal National Vounteer Force(WBNVF)

Home Guards' Organization

Border Wing Home Guard Battalion

Railway security,

2008-08-27T13:40:00.000-07:00

Railway security,

With railways often becoming the target of naxal and terror attacks, an integrated security plan has been drawn up through installation of hi-tech gadgets at vulnerable stations.

Railway Minister Lalu Prasad said in his Budget speech that railway security would be strengthened by installing close circuit TVs [Get Quote] at important stations and by using metal detectors, baggage screening system and explosive detection equipment.

"These systems will be installed at vulnerable stations through railway funds or public private partnership," he said, adding that the Railway Protection Force (RPF) would be equipped with all necessary modern equipment and adequate funds provision will be made for it.

Asserting that security of passengers was his "topmost priority", the Railway Minister said 5,700 posts of constables and 993 posts of sub-inspectors lying vacant in RPF for the last many years would be filled up through a comprehensive recruitment drive by May this year.

He said five per cent of posts in recruitment of constables and ten per cent in recruitment of sub-inspectors have been reserved for women. The government has recently created 973 additional posts, for which recruitment will be done in a time bound manner next year, he added.

Prasad said a provision of Rs 7,000 crore (Rs 70 billion) for overhauling the system has been made, besides starting a comprehensive drive to recruit security personnel.

"The security of passengers is our topmost priority. We are investing billions of rupees on railway safety, which is a reflection of our commitment towards safety of the rail network," he said.

He said Railways is taking due precaution to make adequate provision under Depreciation Reserve Fund (DRF) for timely replacement of overage assets. "In this context, I have increased the provision in DRF to Rs 5450 crore in 2007-08 and Rs 7000 crore in 2008-09," he said.

Prasad said due to sustained efforts to improve safety, number of consequential train accidents have come down to an "all-time minimum" of 195 in 2006-07 from 234 in 2005-06.

Despite increase in traffic, the consequential train accidents per million train kilometre have come down to 0.23 in 2006-07 as compared to 0.28 in 2005-06. He further said work on replacing 16,538 kms of overage track and overage signals at 2359 stations and rehabilitation of 2251 bridges utilising Special Railway Safety Fund would be completed by the end of this year.

With a view to reduce human failure and strengthen rail safety, a multi-pronged scheme has been prepared envisaging automatic safety devices like anti-collision device, acoustic bearing detectors, digital ultrasonic flaw detecting machine, ultrasonic rail testing car and track monitoring car.

The anti-collision device system would be extended to the Southern, South Central and South Western railway in the next two years. A master plan has been prepared to install acoustic bearing detectors and wheel impact load detectors at important locations for on-line monitoring of rolling stock by investing Rs 250 crore (Rs 2.5 billion) on 65 instruments, he said.

The government also proposes to install smoke and fire detection systems in all trains in a phased manner at a cost of Rs 700 crore (Rs 7 billion). While construction of 582 rail over-bridges and under-bridges is in progress on a 50:50 cost sharing basis with the state governments, it is proposed to take up another 100 new works during 2008-09.

There are 16600 manned level crossings and 18200 unmanned level crossings in Indian Railways. Of the 195 consequential train accidents in 2006-07, 72 were at unmanned level crossings. "We have decided to make our policy more generous and comprehensive to man all busy unmanned level crossings on a fast track," he added.

SAFETY & SECURITY

2008-08-27T13:29:00.000-07:00

Safety and security of the travelling public is paramount to South CentralRailway. An independent commission on railway safety to advise the administration,accident prevention measures based on consistent quality, and a supremelycommitted Railway Protection Force have made SCR one of thesafest zonal railways in the country. When it comes toensuring the safety and security of the passengers ,at SCR , the customer comes first and remains the foremost.

* Railways Safety

* Accident Prevention Measures

* Railway Protection Force

* Important Security Telephone Numbers

Railways can be considered as amongst the safest modern modes of transport. Yet there are occurrences which do or may affect the safety of the Railway, its engines, rolling stock, permanent way, signalling equipment, works, etc., or passengers, Railway servants or others which are termed as accidents in Railway terminology. Similarly, certain events, which do or may cause heavy delay to trains or loss to the Railways are also considered technically to be accidents.Train accidents which involve risk of life, limb and property, viz., collisions, derailments, trains running into road traffic at level crossings and fires in trains, are termed as ‘consequential train accidents’ and are referred to as ‘train accidents’ in brief.All failures of equipment, viz., engines, rolling stock, permanent way, overhead traction wires and signal apparatus which do not result in train accidents but have the potential for causing consequential train accidents or can cause serious dislocation to traffic are also classified technically as accidents.

Some accidents, like cattle or trespassers getting run over by train, train running over obstruction without any derailment, attempted train wrecking, fires in trains when the amount of damage is less than Rs.500/-, collisions between trains and push trolleys, fires at stations, bridges, viaducts, etc., are termed as ‘miscellaneous accidents”.

INCIDENCE OF TRAIN ACCIDENTS:
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Every accident or untoward happening in the working of the Indian Railways is taken note of. Safety occupies a high place in all operations of the Railways. As a result of multifarious safety measures adopted on the South Central Railways, the number of train accidents during the last four decades has declined from 122 in 1967-68 to 42 during 2002-03.

The year 2002-03, recorded considerable improvement in traffic moved. The incidence of accidents per million train kilometres in 2002-03 dropped to 0.55 from 3.01 in 1967-68. There was considerable improvement during the current year i.e., 2003-04 up to December 2003, and the accidents have declined by 29%.
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THE COMMISSION OF RAILWAY SAFETY:
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The commission of Railway Safety is an independent statutory body set up under section 4 of Indian Railways Act and is directly under the control of the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The Commission of Railway Safety is to direct, advise and caution the Administration through its regulatory, inspectorial and investigatory functions. It thereby assists the Railways in ensuring that all reasonable measures are taken in regard to soundness of railway construction and safety of train operation. Besides conducting statutory enquiries into serious accidents the commission of Railway Safety performs the following principle functions:

* Inspection of new railway lines prior to authorisation for their opening/to carry passenger traffic.
* Periodical inspection of open lines, i.e., lines under operation.
* Approval of new works, renewals and introduction of new type of rolling stock.
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Safety Organisation:

Safety of the men and material is of vital concern to the Railways who are continuously engaged in their efforts to provide a safe service to the nation. A separate organisation for monitoring safety performance functions has been established. The job of this organisation is to conduct and monitor inspections surprise checks ambush checks etc., review the accident reports of accidents and suggest preventive measures.

A Chief Safety Officer in Senior Administrative Grade heads the Safety organisation at Headquarters he is assisted by five Junior administrative grade Officers from various disciplines including traffic, mechanical, engineering, Signal-Telecommunications, Electrical and Safety Counsellors from different departments and other ministerial staff. The setup in the divisions consist of Senior divisional Safety Officer in Junior Administrative Grade and Divisional Safety Officer in Senior Scale assisted by a Junior Scale Officer and Safety Counsellors. There is one junior scientific officer for conducting psychological tests.

During 2002-03, emphasis was laid to consolidate the gains of special safety drives launched in the previous years. Greater stress was laid on toning up the system by intensive inspections, frequent surprise checks and drilling the staff in observing correct methods of working.

A number of safety drives and campaigns launched were not only directed at the railway employees but also publicity campaigns to educate road users in observing the Motor Vehicles Rules before negotiating level crossings. Contacts were also established with the State Governments. Each division launched safety campaigns/drives to check irregularities, shortcomings and to suggest remedial measures.
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SAFETY AUDIT TEAM:
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Two safety audit teams - comprising of HODs viz.,

CSO, CTE,CEGE,CMPE/Dsl.

CTPM,CRSE,CCE,CELE,CTE

has been formed to conduct safety audit of stations/sections. Safety Audit team undertakes vigorous inspections on all aspects of safety on the Railways, special emphasis being given to vulnerable sections on the divisions. On summary of recommendations of safety audit team, the divisions are directed to take prompt action in rectifying the shortcomings.
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TRAINING AND INSPECTION:
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Considerable emphasis is being laid on proper training of staff. Apart from the initial training, staff have to periodically undergo refresher courses at Zonal Training Centres. Besides refresher courses, Safety camps are also organised to discuss important aspects of safety in a very informal atmosphere. Typical accident cases are discussed with a view to educating the staff.
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MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
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All the essential categories of staff like Guards, Station Masters and other maintenance staff of Engineering, Mechanical, Signal and telecommunications and Electrial departments are subjected to medical examination such as vision test including colour blindness, medical fitness etc.,. This examination is conducted during recruitment and also once in four years for those who are below 45 years and every 2 years for those who are above 45, every year for those who are 55 and above.
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FAIL SAFE SYSTEM:
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In railway operations the signalling system is provided such that when there is a failure signal will come to more restrictive aspect ie., DANGER. If any system falls it will be fail-safe system.

DISASTER MANAGEMENT:

Medical relief vans having all the facilities to meet any eventualities with all facilities to medical assistance are located at 150 –200 KMs and also cranes of various capacities upto 140 tonnes and accident relief trains having hydraulic rescue equipment are also located. As and when message is received either from station or from control a siren is hooted, medical relief van and accident relief train is moved in the time ranging from 15 to 45mts. Trained staff is nominated to work on these rescue and relief trains. Railway maintains the tradition of BEST RESCUE TEAM.

However, the vastness of our country, its geo-topographical conditions, the vagaries of nature, the average level of medical facilities and the attitude and expectations of travelling public have direct bearing on disaster management on Indian Railways.

The quality of response to a crisis is real testimony of the capability of an organisation. indian railways undisputedly recognise the importance of the cardinal principal of swift response in an accident. Keeping this in mind, railways have set up a high level committee to review disaster management on Indian Railways. After a thorough review of the topographical conditions, infrastructure, personnel etc., on Indian Railways, the committee have made 111 time bound recommendations. The implementation of these recommendations is being monitored at the highest level.
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INSPECTIONS:
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In railways for ensuring safety working practices, by the staff, inspectors and officers will have regular inspections of surprise in nature i.e., by going road and night inspections and inspections by going in the engine and motor trolleys. There will ambush checks conducted at level crossing and also at signals by observing whether staff are following correct procedures in train passing. Lapses pointed out in these inspections the concerned staff have to comply. Serious lapses noticed repeatedly will be dealt under disciplinary rules and staff will be punished seriously. Wherever counselling is needed, counsellors and inspectors nominated for this purpose will be regularly interacting with staff and counsel them.

In addition, the following inspections are also done :

* Inspections by Hq. Officers – ‘Own your section scheme’ : For improving safety performance and intensifying safety awareness, a programme viz., “own your section” is being conducted from July 2003. Under the scheme the entire zone has been divided into small sections (division wise) and Headquarters officers from PHODs to JA grade level have been nominated for each section for conducting intensive safety inspections. The officers have been divided into 4 groups viz., group ‘A’ to group ‘D’ and after every 3 months starting from July 1st 2003 the officers nominated under group ‘A’ move to group ‘B’, group ‘B’ to group ‘C’ and so on, so that all sections are covered by all the officers.

* Inspection by divisions: Each division has been divided into three or four sections. Every night in each of the section one officer is nominated to conduct ambush checks and night surprise inspections to increase alertness of the staff and thereby enhance safety.

* Inter Railway Safety Inspections are being conducted once in six months. South Central Railway conducted Inter Railway Safety Inspection of Sholapur on C.Rly and Durg and Raipur stations on S.E.C Railway .

* Safety at Level Crossings

Accidents at level crossings arecaused mostly due to the negligence of the road users in non - observance of road traffic rules ,while negotiating level crossings . A number of special safety drives are conducted to educate both the road users and railway staff.

Co-operation of the state governmentshas also been sought to enforce the Motor Vehicles Rules requiring road users to exercise caution and vigilance while negotiating level crossings.

With a view to reducing accidents at level crossings, the following steps were taken:

* Seminars are conducted at strategic locations involving Village panchayats, Sarpanch, Regional Transport authorities, Road transport authorities etc.,
* Mass safety awareness campaigns are carried out at pilgrimage centres during important festivals.
* Wide publicity is given through print media, local TV network, cinema theatres, petrol filling stations etc.,
* Ambush checks are conducted in co-ordination with police and local authorities with a view to prosecute such of the person/s who disregard the provisions of motor vehicle act.
* Publicity through the media (Press, T.V., Cinema, etc.) was made to educate the road users and the travelling public about the safety precautions to be observed before crossing the level crossings;
* The State Governments, which have a major role to play in assisting the Railways in prevention of accidents at level crossings, were requested to extend their co-operation;
* Surprise inspections were made to check the alertness of gate men on duty; and
* Manning of level crossings where traffic density is high.
* As a measure of preventing accidents at Unmanned level crossings, the Government of Andhra-Pradesh was requested to include a chapter on the lines of ‘Traffic Safety on Roads’ in the syllabus of schools.

Samvad on Safety :
For understanding problems of staff in their working, a workshop on ‘Safety’ was conducted at Zonal level on 11.08.2003, on the lines conducted by the Railway Board. The workshop having 250 participants was attended by PHODs, DRMs, Senior officials, office bearer from recognized labour unions etc., Shri Sumant Chak AM/Planning from Railway Board was an observer. About 26 speakers from the divisions / Headquarters representing the organized labour unions spoke on the occasion. The speakers expressed free and frank opinion on safety and improvement at field level. The workshop has provided a good interaction between the field staff and Senior officials. Action on the opinion/ideas expressed is in progress.

“Maha Safety Samvad” organized by National Federation of Indian Railway men was held at Secunderabad on 20.10.2003. About 10,000 delegates from different railways attended the Samvad. South Central Railway provided all the infrastructure arrangements including reception/ dispatch of 12 special trains. Despite inclement weather i.e., heavy down pour and cyclone, affecting the venue, proceedings of Maha Samvad were completed as per the schedule. Honourable Minister for Railways Shri Nitish Kumar, MSR (B) and MSR(A) with CRB, ML, FC,MM, MT participated in Maha Samvad on 20.10.03

Corporate safety plan:

Safety as a basic policy pervades in all activities of railway operations and maintenance. Therefore all the departments and staff associated in operations have to contribute to safety. The safety organization essentially functions as a safety auditor to help concerned departments to maintain safety standards and take action wherever felt necessary.

Zonal safety plan for S.C.Railway has been prepared based on Indian Railway Corporate Safety Plan 2003-13 issued by Railway Board, which lays the following plan objectives.
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OBJECTIVES:

* To achieve reduction in rate of accidents for million train kilometers from the present level of 0.55 to 0.17 by the year 2013.
* Implement measures to reduce chances of passenger fatality substantially in consequential train accidents by 2013.
* Focus on development of manpower through major improvements in working environments and training to reduce the accidents attributable to human failure by 40% by 2013
* Achieve safety culture on all fronts including maintenance depots, work sites, stations, controls etc.,
* Progressively achieve an environment of “Fail Proof” from the present “Fail safe” system of asset failures by upgrading the systems by 2013
* Prioritisation of safety related projects.

Railway Safety Review Committee 1998

Railway Safety Review Committee headed by Shri Justice HR Khanna made a critical review of safety on Indian Railways and submitted its reports in two pars RSRC 1998- Part 1 and II.

The committee has made about 268 recommendations on various aspects of railway operations etc., Majority of the recommendations have been implemented.
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SAFETY DEVICES:
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* Track Circuitry
* AEB system in Ghat Section
* Provision of Walkie-Talkie sets for communication
* Plate light on loco

In addition to check human errors, the following Electronic/Mechanical Gadgets are being used in day to day operations:

* Auxiliary Warning system/Track circuiting - this is a electronic device which warns in advance the occupation of the track
* Fail Safe System - The signals have been devised such that - in any type failure of signal the signal indication will be DANGER
* Automatic Emergency brakes system was introduced in Ghat section
* Provision of Walkie Talkie sets introduced for communication between Guard and Driver of the train
* All locos have been provided with Flasher lights.

· Breathalyser tests is carried out at nominated stations.

Railway Protection Force ( RPF ) in South Central Railway is a 3,077 strong , vital department entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding the properties belonging to Railways as well those entrusted for transportation. RPF in SCR is a decentralized and well-organized department, with its posts and outposts spread across every important station in every division.

RPF – The Mission

· Promote and safeguard Railway property and goods entrusted to Railways.

· Carry on an unrelenting fight against criminals in protecting railway property.

· Facilitate passenger safety and security by bringing anti social elements to book

· Co - operate with other departments of the Railway in improving the efficiency and the image of the Indian Railways .

· Act as a bridge between the Government, the Railway Police, the Local Police and the Railway administration.

· Adopt modern technology and management techniques in the pursuit of these objectives.
Duties of RPF

To protect and safeguard Railway Property, Passenger area and Passengers and to combat crime against it

To do any other act conducive to better protection and security of Railway Property

To remove any obstruction in the movement of trains and

To perform other functions of an Armed Force of the Union and to exercise powers of a Railway servant as conferred on them under section 10 of RPF Act 1985.

Strength of RPF in SCR

Inspectors

92

Sub-Inspectors

140

Asst. Sub-Inspectors

236

Head Constables

993

Constables

1551

Drivers

24

Ancillary Staff

27

Total

3077

Training

The RPF Training Centre of South Central Railway is located at Moula-Ali, Hyderabad on a sprawling 26 acres of land with a well laid out parade/ground, play grounds, administrative office , Central armoury, stores wing, class rooms for indoor classes , barracks for the accommodation of the trainees and a dining hall.

* Important Security Telephone Numbers

* Passenger Facilities

* Passenger Duties

Important Security Telephone Numbers :

Person/Place

STD Code

Office

Residence

Cell

Zonal Security Control RPF/HQ/Secunderabad

040

27833366 (Round the clock)

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CSC/RPF/Secunderabad

040

27822223

27003283

9848011711

Dy.CSC/RPF/Secunderabad

040

27821103

-

-

Sr.DSC/Secunderabad

040

27831390

27003416

9849495040

DSC/Hyderabad

040

27825346

27016646

9849495048

Sr.DSC/Vijayawada

0866

2576898

2474082

9849495085

DSC/Guntakal

08552

226773

226710

9849495102
DSC/Guntur 08552 2330520 2230566 9848532980

DSC/Nanded

02462

223632

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9850050109

Government Railway Police

Person/Place

STD Code

Office

Residence

Cell

Addl. DGP/Rlys/A.P.

040

23235498

27820352

9440627700

SRP/Secunderabad

040

27704050

24600140

9440627263

IRP/Secunderabad

040

27700568

24574077

--

DSRP/Manmad

02591

222311

--

--

SRP/Guntakal

08552

226237

--

944050290

SRP/Vijayawada

0866

2576062

--

9440627304

SRP/Bangalore

080

2871249

--

9845398551

SRP/Nagpur

0712

2532109

2561194

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* CSC - Chief Security Commissioner ;
* Dy.CSC - Chief Security Commissioner ;
* Sr.DSC - Senoir Divisional Security Commissioner ;
* DSC - Divisional Security Commissioner ;
* ASC - Assistant Security Commissioner ;
* IGP - Inspector General of Police ;
* SRP - Superintendent of Railway Police ;
* IRP - Inspector Railway Police ;
* DSRP - Deputy Superintendent of Railway Police ;

Passenger Facilities

Railway Protection Force of South Central Railway is committed to assist the passengers in all possible ways in addition to its main duty of ensuring protection and security of railway property.

'May I Help You' RPF Assistance Posts

In its mission to provide safe, hassle free and comfortable journey to the travelling public, South Central Railway / RPF have setup 'May I Help You' RPF Assistance Posts at major railway stations viz. Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Vijayawada ,Guntakal ,Rajahmundry, Guntur, Renigunta and Tirupathi. The RPF personnel manning these Posts/Booths have necessary information that the passengers may ask for such as arrival and departure of trains on various platforms, delays , facilities available at the railway stations, names and telephone numbers of Civil, Police and Railway authorities , city bus routes, approximate fare for taxis and auto rickshaws, doctors/hospitals etc. The persons manning these posts have also been made responsible for accepting complaints of thefts of passenger belongings and pass it on to RPF Post in-charge of getting it registered by concerned Railway Police.

Lodging FIR through RPF

Standing Order No. -39/97 was issued by DG/RPF and circulated to all CSCs, GMs, GRP chiefs and state DGPs with a view to simplify the procedure of lodging FIR by the passengers travelling by trains , who become victims of theft /Robbery / Dacoity of their belongings while on journey. By virtue of this Standing Order , RPF personnel are duty bound to accept the filled FIR forms by passengers and then hand over the same to concerned GRP under acknowledgement for registration / investigation. This system has facilitated passengers to lodge FIRs without breaking their journey and undue detention to the train.

Task Force

With a view to contain the menace of undesirable and anti-social elements like unauthorized vendors and hawkers , touts , towel-spreaders, beggars, gents travelling in ladies compartments etc., on trains in railway premises, Task Force teams have been constituted at Zonal, Divisional and Post levels. The Task Force teams in SCR have apprehended as many as 30137 unauthorized persons under the various sections of the Railways Act in 2004.

Prevention of unwarranted Alarm Chain Pulling

With a view to improve loss of punctuality on account of miscreant activities, Railway Protection Forceof South Central Railway is escorting about 177 trains per day. Due to concerted efforts taken by these escorts, 499 persons have been arrested in the year 2004 and were prosecuted U/S 141 of The Railways Act.

Passenger Duties

SCR is committed to provide a clear safe journey to the travelling public. The official efforts can be strengthened by your active co-operation.

· The services of RPF/GRP can be utilized by rail commuters in driving away anti social elements , ticketless travellers , unauthorized hawkers/beggarsfrom the Rly premises and trains.

· Any suspected / unclaimed articles if noticed , should immediately be brought to the notice of GRP/RPF or Rly staff. The unclaimed articles may contain explosive material.

· Do not accept any eatables from strangers / unauthorised vendors . The eatables may contain sedative drugs.

· Use the safety chains provided to lock the luggage , prevent thefts of passenger belongings.

· In the event of Robbery/Dacoity, and theft of passenger belongings while on journey the victims need not break their journey to lodge the FIR. The FIR forms are available with Train Supdt., Conductor, TTEs, Coach attendants, Train Guard and also with RPF/GRP escorts.

NOTABLE INNOVATIONS :

a) Mobile Police Stations - 28 pairs of trains were identified and Mobile Police stations are allotted by allotting one side berth to the GRP personnel to register the FIR received from the complainants in the running trains. This eased the problems of travelling public in registering their complaints and in getting a copy of FIR then and there. The list of 28 pairs of trians are
Train no Train name
7050/7049 Secunderabad - Machilipatnam - Secunderabad express
7021/7022 Hyderabad - Hazrat Nizamuddin - Hyderabad Dakshin express
2764/2763 SSecunderabad - Tirupati - Secunderabad Padmavati express
1406 Kakinada - Manmad Bi-weekly express
7010/7009 Kakinada town - Bangalore - Kakinada town Seshadri express
6044/6043 Kakinada - Chennai - Kakinada Circar express
7664/7663 Kacheguda - Manmad - Kacheguda express
7603/7604 Kacheguda - Satya Sai Prashanti Nilayam - Kacheguda express
7606/7605 Nanded - Lokamanya Tilak Terminus - Nanded Nandigram express
1004/1003 Nizamabad - Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus - Nizamabad Devagiri express
9770 Purna - Jaipur Meenakshi express
7487/7488 Tirupati - Visakhapatnam - Tirupati Tirumala express
7225/7226 Vijayawada - Hubli - Vijayawada Amaravati express
7054/7053 Hyderabad - Chennai- Hyderabad express
7016/7015 Secunderabad - Buvaneshwar - Secunderabad express
7008/7007 Hyderabad - Visakhapatnam - Hyderabad Godavari express
7048/7047 Secunderabad - Kakinada - Secunderabad Gautami express
7685 Secunderabad - Bangalore - Secunderabad Gautami express
2760 Hyderabad - Hazrat Nizamuddin - Hyderabad Dakshin express
2616 New Delhi - Chennai Grand Trunk express
6003/6004 Chennai - Howrah - Chennai mail
2625/2626 Thiruvananthapuram - New Delhi - Thiruvananthapuram Kerala express
7497/7498 Kacheguda - Chittoor - Kacheguda Venkatadri express
6009 Mumbai - Chennai Mail
7424/7423 Secunderabad - Tirupati - Secunderabad Narayanadri express
8563 Visakhapatnam - Bangalore Prashanti express
7056/7055 Hyderabad - Hazrat Nizamuddin - Hyderabad Dakshin express

b) Security Audit - A new scheme of security audit team consisting of Sr. DSC/DSC IPF/CIB & IPF/SIB was constituted in each of the divisions to take stock of the entire security scenario post wise. The time table for such audits were sent from the Zonal Headquarters. The above mentioned team should visit two posts per month and conduct a detailed security audit covering train escorts, passenger luggage thefts, Railway property theft and other important aspects. This team has already visited Posts and are submitting comprehensive report to CSC. This is a useful system of keeping of check on working of Posts.

c) Change of format of Complaint - Following the introduction of latest amendments to RPF Act and the Railways Act, a simplified complaint format has been workded out in which the jpassenger should fill up this format and write down the detils regarding tghe theft of his belongings on a plain paper and hand over this to the Escorting team. The escorting team in turn will get the FIR registered with the GRP.

d) Dos and Don'ts for escort teams - An exhaustive guidelines regarding the Dos and Don'ts for the escorting teams has been made in a small booklet. These booklets were circulated to all the escorting staff. A manual spelling out duties and responsibilities of RPF, GRP and other Railway servants in respect of various crime or untoward incidents is also brought out and circulated.

FORMAT OF THE APPLICATION

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EPLOYMENT NOTICE NO. 01/SER/S&G 08-09

APPLICATIION FOR THE APPOINTMENT AGAINST SCOUTS & GUIDES QUOTA
IN GORUP- `C` / `D` 2008-2009

(Application should be filled up by the candidate’s own hand writing)

To
The Divisional Railway Manager (Personnel), {Quota the name of division
South Eastern Railway, for which application is made}
____________Division, Affix recent
Passport size
Photograph duly
To signed by the
The Chief Personnel Officer, {Applicable for the candidate and
South Eastern Railway, Candidates applying for Gr. Attested by a
11, Garden Reach, `C` posts or for Gr.`D` Gazetted Officer
Kolkata-700 043 post meant for Central
District/Hd.Qr.}

1. Name of the applicant in full
(in block letters) :
2. Father`s / Husband`s name
:
3. Father`s/Husband`s official designation (if any)
:
4. Office/Station where working/worked
:
5. Date of birth
:
6. Age(as on 01-07-2008)
:
7. Caste: UR/SC/ST/OBC
:
8. Sex
:
9. Present address for communication (in block letters with pin code)
:
10. Nearest Railway Station
:
11. Permanent address (in block letters with pin code)

:
12. Medium of Written Examination(Please teak mark the option) :
13. Education qualification
:
14. Scouting / Guiding Qualification:
:
15. The date of joining the organization.
:
16. Member of the Group for at least 03 years in the recent past.
:
NB: Photocopy of the certificates regarding activities for least 03 years in recent past to be attached duly certified by the State/District Commissioner (Scouts) for Scout wing & State/District Commissioner (Guides) for Guide wing
17. Event attended:

Srl.No. Status of the event Name of the Event Place Date
From To
a) International Event
b) National Event /National Jamboree
c) Jamboree on Indian Railways
d) Event/ Rallies attended at State Level
e) Specialized Scouts/guides course(Pioneering/mapping/standard judging course/vocational craft course)
f) Rallies/competition/services etc.at District/Unit level

NB: Photocopy of the certificates of the above events to be attached duly certified by the State/ District Commissioner (Scouts) for Scout wing.

18. Have you been active member of Scout/Guide Organisation for the last 03 years? If yes, furnish supporting documents.

Year Nature Name of events
2005-06
2006-07
2007-08

NB: Candidates may attach separate sheet if the space is not adequate.

19. In case of serving employee:
Name of the organization where employed: ____________________________
a) Employed From____________________to_________________________
b) Designated:____________________________________________________
c) Address of the employer___________________________________________

20. Other qualification /extra curriculum activities___________________________
(Attach photocopies of attested certificates)
21. Bank draft No.____________________________Date___________________
Name of Drawee Bank :____________________________________________
22. Declaration: - I_____________________________________hereby declare that all the statements made in this application are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. In the event of any information being found false or incorrect or being not eligible in terms of eligibility criteria, my candidature/ appointment is liable to be cancelled/termination without any notice at any stage even after empanelment.

I also solemnly declare here that I will service the organization contiguously, if considered for the appointment.

Place:
Date: Signature of the applicant

23. The particulars given by the candidate in item No._________to___________are verified and found correct and his/her application is hereby forwarded for considering for the Gr.`C` / `D` post against SCOUTS /GUIDES QUOTA of this HQ.Qr. Office/Divisional Office/Central District Hd/Qr.

Date: Countersigned by

Place: Signature of Group Leader
Name:
Official Seal: District Commissioner Official Address:

Number of enclosures to be attached (Compulsory)

1. Attested copy of age proof certificate, caste proof certificate, educational qualification, Scouting/Guiding qualification, certificate from the group to which attached and post held from time to time, events attended as given in the application and other qualification/curriculum activities, if any.
2. Two passport size photographs (Same as affixed in the application form) duly signed on the top should be clipped along with the application form.
3. Two self addressed envelopes of size 23cms x 10cms with name in full and complete present address should be written clearly thereon with Rs.5/-postage stamp affixed on each envelope.
4. Bank draft amounting to Rs.40/- to be drawn in favour of the FA&CAO, S.E.Railway,11,Garden Reach Road, Kolkata-700 043.(in case of candidate belonging to UR/OBC community)
5. In case of serving candidate, “No objection certificate” from the employer should be attached.

For Chief Personnel Officer

No.P/Rectt./S&G/2007-08 Dated

Copy forwarded for information and necessary action to :-

1. Divisional Railway Manager(P)/KGP/ADA/CKP/RNC/S.E.Railway.
2. State Secretary, S.E.Railway, Bharat Scouts & Guides, State Hd.Qrs./GRC.
3. District Chief Commissioner /Addl. Divl.Rly.Manager/S.E.Rly.(all divisions)
4. CPRO/GRC. He is requested to arrange publication of this employment notice with complete details through leading Newspapers in regional languages like Bengali, English, Hindi, Oriya etc. and in the next issue of Employment News. This will be placed on Website also. Action taken should be intimated to this office accordingly.
5. Divisional Secretary, Scheduled Caste & Scheduled Tribe Association, all divisions and Hd.Qrs./GRC.
6. The employment officer, Regional Employment Exchange, Govt. of West Bengal, Purta Bhawan, Salt Lake, Kolkata-700 091.
7. Employment Exchange Officer, District Employment Exchange, Purana Basti , Ward No.8, Post- Chakradharpur, District- Singbhum(West), Jharkhand-833102.
8. The Regional Secretary, District Employment Exchange, Kaushalya, Post-Kharagpur, Dist-Midnapore, West Bengal.
9. Disctrict Employment Exchange Officer, District Employment Exchange, Barakar Road, Raghunathpur. Pin- 723133.
10. Lower Regional Employment Exchange Officer, Lower Employment Exchange, Ranchi, Circular Road, Behind S.S.P.Office, Ranchi-834001.

Encl: As above.
( B.N.Soren )
Dy Chief Personnel Officer(Rectt.)
for Chief Personnel Officer
South Eastern Railway/GRC

Rail inspection

2008-08-27T13:15:00.000-07:00

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An Inspection Car on the Pennsylvania Railroad, an 1882 wood engraving from Harper's Weekly Rail inspection is the practice of examining rail tracks for flaws that could lead to catastrophic failures. According to the United States Federal Railroad Administration Office of Safety Analysis,[1] track defects are the second leading cause of accidents on railways in the United States. The leading cause of railway accidents is attributed to human error. The contribution of poor management decisions to rail accidents caused by infrequent or inadequate rail inspection is significant but not reported by the FRA, only the NTSB. Every year, North American railroads spend millions of dollars to inspect the rails for internal and external flaws. Nondestructive testing (NDT) methods are used as a preventative measures against track failures and possible derailment.
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History
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An Inspection Car En Route, 1891
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The first rail inspections were done visually. Many sources cite that the need for better rail inspections came after a derailment at Manchester, New York, in 1911. That particular accident resulted in the death of 29 people and injuries to 60 others. The investigation of the accident revealed that the cause was a transverse fissure (a critical crack which lies perpendicular to the length of the rail) in the rail. Further investigation in the late 1920s showed that this type of defect was quite common. With increased rail traffic at higher speeds and with heavier axle loads today, critical crack sizes are shrinking and rail inspection is becoming more important. In 1927, Dr. Elmer Sperry built a rail inspection car under contract with the American Railway Association. Magnetic induction was the method used on the first rail inspection cars. This was done by passing large amounts of magnetic field through the rail and detecting flux leakage with search coils. Since then, many other inspection cars have traversed the rails in search of flaws.
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Defects and location
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There are many effects that influence rail defects and rail failure. These effects include bending and shear stresses, wheel/rail contact stresses, thermal stresses, residual stresses and dynamic effects.

Defects due to contact stresses or rolling contact fatigue (RCF):

* tongue lipping
* head checking (gauge corner cracking)
* squats - which start as small surface breaking cracks

Other forms of surface and internal defects:

* corrosion
* inclusions
* seams
* shelling
* transverse fisures
* wheel burn

One effect that can cause crack propagation is the presence of water and other liquids. When a fluid fills a small crack and a train passes over, the water becomes trapped in the void and can expand the crack tip. Also, the trapped fluid could freeze and expand or initiate the corrosion process.

Parts of a rail where defects can be found:

* head
* web
* foot
* switchblades
* welds
* bolt holes

A majority of the flaws found in rails are located in the head, however, flaws are also found in the web and foot. This means that the entire rail needs to be inspected.

Railway Interiors International

2008-08-27T13:11:00.000-07:00

Railway Interiors International is the world's first and only publication that exclusively covers the latest trends and developments in the design, furnishing, equipment and management of passenger railway carriage interiors. Published four times a year, the perfect-bound magazine features an exciting mix of mission-critical news with in-depth analyses of technology and design combined with high-level interviews and project-focused technical articles. Produced in a unique, high-design format, Railway Interiors International is distributed by name to over 8,000 interiors professionals within rail and mass-transit, first-tier manufacturers and OEMs worldwide.

UKIP Media & Events Ltd is one of the leading international publishing and events companies in England. With 15 international exhibitions, award-winning magazines and a listing in 'Europe's 500'*, we can say that we are able to offer outstanding opportunities in media and exhibition sales.
Assistant Editor

UKIP Media & Events Ltd in Dorking, Surrey, has a rare opportunity for two talented and enthusiastic Assistant Editors to join our dedicated team of Editors.

One successful candidate will work on our industry-leading airport and logistics titles, while the other will get a chance to join the team behind our cutting-edge automotive titles.

Responsibilities in both cases will include chasing copy, subbing and proofing content, sourcing pictures, carrying out interviews, editing and captioning pages, and writing articles and news.

There will be some international travel and the requirement to attend industry events. Only those with at least one year’s journalism experience should apply, and ideally candidates will have a good grasp of InDesign and some experience writing about or interest in the aviation, postal or automotive sectors.

Salary commensurate with ability and experience.
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International Magazine and Exhibitions Sales
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UKIP Media & Events is one of the leading international publishing and events companies in England. With 21 international exhibitions, award winning magazines and a listing in ‘Europe’s 500’*, we can say that we are able to offer outstanding opportunities in media and exhibition sales.

We currently have 3 positions for exhibition sales people who will have at least 2 to 3 year’s space selling experience preferably in the B2B sector. We also have potential for really expert new business sales people who have a proven track record in launching new magazines and exhibitions. We work principally by phone internationally, augmented by participation at trade shows, many of which are our own events. You will therefore be office based most of the time, travelling three to four times a year, typically for a week at a time.

Our packages are tailored to suit different levels of experience. Most of our sales staff earn at least £70K per annum, many earn substantially in excess of £100K per annum. This is a fast moving progressive organisation with high-quality offices in Dorking, a 15-year track record of success, an ability to deliver real satisfaction to clients and a friendly team of 140 staff.

If you would like to know more about joining us in the first instance send your CV or a short email indicating your interest and background.
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Conference Programme Arrangers/Conference Manager
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UKIP Media & Events is one of the UK's leading international event company's running 18 international exhibitions and associated magazines as well as standalone conferences in Europe, North America and Asia.

Our continued expansion gives rise to the potential for 3 key appointments in our conferences division for experienced conference programme arrangers and conference managers. We also have potential for experienced marketing and promotions people.

UKIP Media & Events is a £20m turnover company with 140 full-time employees. We have high-quality offices based in Dorking, Surrey, and we enjoy a virtually nil staff turnover. The company is listed in 'Europe's 500' as one of the leading companies by reference to growth and employment opportunities.

If you think you would like to join us, in the first instance send your CV to Tony Robinson and we'll take it from there. We will offer you an excellent salary together with a realistic and achievable bonus system that will make sure you are well rewarded for your efforts. Candidates should have at least 2 years directly relevant experience.
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Assistant Exhibition Co-ordinator
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An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Exhibition and conference managing and organising department for someone to assist the team. The role is primarily to assist the Head of Department in chasing up proposals, venue agreements, signage designs and hotel and travel arrangements. During peak exhibition periods, assistance will also be given to the four Exhibition Co-ordinators in working with exhibitors with their stand design and production requirements, showguide entries and other exhibition details.

The role is ideal for someone with any organisational type of experience, i.e. administrator, secretarial, meeting organiser, etc. Exhibition or conference experience is not required as training will be given, however this would be an advantage. Several years' experience working in an office environment is important.

The role is full time and initially office based, but brings the possibility to develop some foreign travel as appropriate. Successful, interested and motivated individuals will have the possibility to progress to full Exhibition Co-ordinators.
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Railway Alignment Engineer International

2008-08-26T12:38:00.001-07:00

* Posted: 23 Aug 2008
* Reference: 44914DW
* Location: England - Yorkshire and Humberside
* Industry: Travel & transport - General
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: Full Time
* Salary: 40,000 - 60,000
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P-Way Design Engineer - Dubai Our clients, a multinational consultancy firm, require an experienced track engineer with strong route alignment design skills and experience to support their international railway civil engineering projects based in...

P-Way Design Engineer - Dubai Our clients, a multinational consultancy firm, require an experienced track engineer with strong route alignment design skills and experience to support their international railway civil engineering projects based in Dubai. JOB DESCRIPTION Working in a multi-disciplinary rail design environment, reporting to the project manager or Company country representative, the candidate will provide consultancy and design services to clients and to our clients rail development project teams. The duties will include Providing clients with track design and construction expertise Acting as our clients Lead Track Engineer on major international rail projects Developing track layout and route alignment designs Supervising junior engineers and technicians Essential Relevant Engineering Degree or HNC Significant postgraduate industry experience Hands on experience designing track alignment using MX or BRT Experience working in a multi-disciplinary rail design environment Strong understanding of the interface between track and the rail system Able to communicate clearly to all levels of ability and understanding Able to write articulate technical reports Willingness to work on long term overseas contracts Preferred Chartered Engineer International track design experience

Mechanical

2008-08-26T12:33:00.000-07:00

NES Track is a contract and permanent recruitment specialist with a diverse client base spreadh throughout the UK. With a diverse workload and a constant stream of requirements, our consultants are always keen to hear from any of the following professionals:

* Mecahnical Fitter
* Mechanical CAD Technician
* Mechanical Commissioning Engineer
* Mechanical Construction Manager
* Mechanical Design Engineer
* Mechanical Designer
* Mechanical Draftperson
* Mechanical Engineer
* Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)
* Mechanical Project Manager / Engineer

Mechanical personnel often have diverse responsibilities within the rail sector, including being site based, managing projects, coordinating design teams, and producing technical drawings. There is frequently a good deal of interaction with electrical designers and engineers, particularly in the building services aspects of these roles - so those jobseekers that have demonstrable experience and/or knowledge of both mechanical and electrical engineering are at a distinct advantage. All applicants should have a sound understanding of the relevant computer systems, including CAD and Microstation; as well as the generic office management suites, where competency is usually required.

Please browse through our latest jobs and apply for any you are interested in. Alternatively, please contact your recruitment consultant or account manager for a confidential discussion.
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International conferance & Exhibition

2008-08-26T12:18:00.000-07:00

Conference Overview
Term: 4-6 March 2009
Venue: Clarion Congress Hotel Prague****, Czech Republic
Languages: English, Russian
Meet Your Asian Rail Freight Market in the Heart of Europe

Session Topics
Main topic:

Railway Transports from China
Sub-themes:

* Successful projects
* Problem areas
* Solutions offered by railways
* New challenges and opportunities
* Wagon monitoring in Europe/Asia
* Transshipment stations
* Logistic terminals
* Fleet management
* Common consignment note CIM/SMGS
* Railway Interoperability
* New legislation

Call For Papers
SPEAKERS:

* Top railway experts
* Representatives of railway cargo companies
* Delegates from Asian railways (China, Kazakhstan, Russia...)
* European Commission, UIC, OSJD, CER, CIT etc.
* International organisations
* Asian and European forwarding companies
* Custom services providers

PRESENTATIONS:

Papers are invited on the topics outlined and others falling within the scope of the meeting. Abstracts should be submitted as soon as possi-ble. The languages of your presentation could be English and Russian.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION:

We strongly encourage the submission of your paper in English or Rus-sian electronically via email to petr.kroca@irfc.eu. Please include your name, address and contact details, presentation title, abstract (no more than 100 words) and appropriate sub-theme(s). The Conference Organisation Committee will be picking the most suitable oral presenta-tions during September 2008 and will inform authors on acceptance of their papers.

COLPOFER

2008-08-26T12:07:00.000-07:00

Collaboration des services de police ferroviaire et de sécurité /Collaboration of Railway and Police Security Services/

In 1980 the railway companies of Western Europe decided to establish COLPOFER – European association of railway and police security services. The Railway Police is also a member of COLPOFER. The preparations for the final process showed that the tasks of police forces in the railway premises are not the same everywhere. Nevertheless, or exactly for this reason, a need for a systematic harmonisation and exchange of mutually beneficial information was perceived. General procedures and methods were elaborated for the exchange of data and common problem-solving, which create a framework for exchange of experience and information on methods and systems of various forces. COLPOFER began its activities by defining a common philosophy. The common procedures facilitate international cooperation and are more suitable for development of European harmonisation, as compared to different national viewpoints. COLPOFER has elaborated common procedures for the following areas of railway security: * vandalism of football fans * sabotage * terrorism * passengers without valid tickets * frauds and thefts in freight transport * thefts in international passenger trains * criminality in urban transport * vandalism * graffiti
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COLPOFER has developed common criteria for:
* secure environment in railway premises
* security of commercial railway undertakings
* functions and tasks of railway police
* crime prevention
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Tasks of COLPOFER:
* exchange of experience and information on methods for preventing and combating crime on railway premises, * common approach to combat crime on railway premises, * exchange of information on the operational security situation in railway premises, * enhancement of security provisions on international level through common coordination of determined activities, * provision of recommendations to improve security in international railway transport, * provision of recommendations to other bodies involved in or responsible for railway transport security. COLPOFER functions independently, and is associated as a special group to the International Union of Railways (UIC). Individual national members are represented by security managers of railway companies and representatives of security bodies and police forces.
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Organisational structure of COLPOFER

The work of the COLPOFER Association is based on the following four elements: 1. Management by the Presiding Board and the Coordination Group, 2. Conferences of the General Assembly, at which decisions concerning the organisation and the work of the Association are taken, 3. Working Groups dealing with issues specified by the General Assembly – such as combating vandalism and graffiti, or combating ticket fraud in international traffic, 4. Operational collaboration of members through personal communication to achieve prompt solutions to Security problems

Japanese Stationmaster!

2008-08-26T11:54:00.000-07:00

Delta's Dark Den of Destruction

Randomly observing the world...

Tama the Cat is a Japanese Stationmaster!

Cat Serves As Stationmaster in Japan.

Back in January, Japan Probe posted about Wakayama Electric Railwayâ€™s decision to appoint a cat named Tama as a stationmaster. According to a news report, Tama has become a major tourist attraction, drawing many visitors who ride the Kishigawa Lineâ€™s special strawberry motif train.

Tama is now the centerpiece of Kishi Station, sitting upon his thrown and wearing a cute little cap while people take his picture. The stationâ€™s shopowner, who cares for Tama and two feline deputy stationmasters, carries him out to the platform to wave goodbye to each train as it leaves. Awwwâ€¦how cute.