Duties of LP
during Journey (GR/SR4.39, 4.40, 4.41, 4.42 & 4.48)
Ø During journey the LP shall obey all lawful orders of the Guard and in
station limits of SM in all matters affecting the starting, stopping or movement
of the train for traffic purposes so far as the safe and proper working of his
engine will admit.
Ø LP & ALP, shall keep a good look out while the train is in motion,
shall identify each Signal/ Engineering Indicator Boards and call out the
aspects to each other.
Ø The LP & ALP shall look back frequently to see whether the whole of
the train is following in safe & proper manner when they are not otherwise
engaged.
Ø They shall pay special attention after passing P. way gangs on line or a
manned LC gate to see whether any danger signal is being exhibited by them
warning of a danger of an accident.
Ø Exchange signals with Guard & station staff at such times & in
such manners as prescribed.
Ø Promptly observe caution spots and speed restrictions as mentioned in
Caution orders.
Ø When required assistance of Guard`s Hand Brake, the LP shall sound the
prescribed code of whistle.
Ø Use the Engine whistle as & when required at curves, cuttings,
Tunnels, LC gates & on Bridges.
Ø Before detaching the engine from the formation outside station limit for
any reason permission of Guard shall be obtained.
Ø The engine of a train carrying passengers shall not be detached outside
station limits except in an emergency as permitted by special instructions.
Stopping
of Train (GR/SR 4.58)
Ø The LP shall stop his train carefully and without a jerk.
Ø He shall enter station yard with his train under complete control and
avoid overshooting stop boards or starter signals.
Ø A passenger train LP shall ensure that the passenger bogies do not
overshoot the platform.
Ø LP shall shut off power at the proper place depending on brake power,
Load, gradient etc.
Duties on Arrival
Ø When a train comes to a stand at the station the LP shall see that
wherever possible, his engine is clear of the fouling marks of all points &
crossing, If not he shall take steps to inform the SM & exhibit stop hand
signal to prevent any movement on the fouled line.
Ø Ensure that the train is secured & brakes are applied properly.
Ø He shall report regarding any
defective signals, unusual run or any occurrence to the SM in writing.
Ø Before shutting off power the LP shall determine where to shut off power
by paying particular attention to the gradient, state of weather, condition of
rails, brake power & length and weight of the train.
Ø LP shall not leave his working Locomotive when on duty, except in case of
absolute necessity and after a competent Rly servant has been placed in change
of the locomotive.
Ø When a train carrying passengers has been brought to a stand at a
station, LP shall not move it except under the orders of Guard.
