Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
4. E/M section is also responsible for the following in respect of the task entrusted to B/R section:-
(a) Original Works
Intimating B/R section regarding positions of civil works such as channels and ducts for
electric, water supply or air conditioning installation or any other openings required for
accommodating machinery and equipment in walls, floors or roofs.
(b) Repairs
Removal of electric wiring, water pipes and other allied equipment from the buildings
when so required for carrying out B/R repairs, renewals or alterations, and refitting of the
same.
5. Responsibilities of B/R section vis-à-vis task entrusted to E/M section are as under:-
(a) Electric Installations
B/R Section is responsible for:-
(i) Construction and repairs of power house, sub station and other auxiliary
buildings.
(ii) Casting of foundations of machines and equipments.
(iii) Providing channels and ducts for underground cables with suitable covers, if
required.
(iv) Providing openings for exhaust fans.
(v) Any other civil works for the installation.
(b) Water Supply Installations
B/R Section is responsible for:-
(i) Construction and repairs of wells, jack wells, dams, aqueducts, pumping stations
and other buildings, masonry work for filtration and purification arrangements,
storage and service reservoirs.
(ii) Casting of foundations for machinery and equipment.
(iii) Supply and fixing of wash hand basins, sinks, flush tanks inclusive of drainage
connections.
(iv) Casting or supplying and placing in position the water storage tanks on the top of
the buildings.
(v) Internal plumbing for water supply including plumbing of geysers (Auth : E-in-
C’s No 81410/E 24 dated 23 Oct 68).
(vi) Installation of geyser is E/M responsibility.
(c) Air Conditioning Installations
B/R section is responsible for:-
(i) Providing openings for ducts.
(ii) Casting of foundations for machines and equipments.
(iii) Use of insulating materials in new construction and provision of insulations in the
room.
(iv) Any other civil works.
Co-ordination
6. As the tasks of E/M and B/R are inter twined, effective co-ordination between E/M and B/R on
one hand, and E-4 section with various office section on the other, is an essential requisite for
efficient functioning.
7. Subject on which E-4 section at any formation should liaise with other sections are as under:-
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(a) E-1
All matters pertaining to posting and transfer of E/M personnel.
(b) E-2
(i) E/M portion of any project, major or minor work.
(ii) Administrative approval and technical sanctions for works.
(iii) Technical matters regarding fixing of hire charges for refrigerators and fans.
(c) E-3
Procurement and provision of stores, tools and plants.
(d) E-5
Financial Commitments.
(e) E-6
(i) Maintenance and preparation of E/M drawings, electrical and water supply
distribution plans.
(ii) E/M planning.
(f) E-8
(i) All matters pertaining to the E/M portion of the tenders and contract documents.
(ii) Preparation of schedule of quantities and prices.
(iii) E/M technicalities of arbitration
Appendix ‘A’
(Precis No. 1605)
para 3 (m)
Appendix ‘B’
(Precis No. 1605)
para 3 (m)
Appendix ‘A’
(Precis No 1606)
A SAMPLES ESTABLISHMENT CHART OF E/M SUB DIVISION Para 10
Mates
Chowkidars Note: Metre reader is non industrial personnel of E/M Establishment, but works under Barrack Services
Chowkidars
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Appendix ‘B’
DUTIES PERFORMED BY E-4 SECTION Precis no 1606
(Para 12)
Electric Supply
1. (a) Technical Scrutiny of estimates received from Commands through E2 Works
Sections.
(b) Technical scrutiny and progressing of purely E/M projects from Commands.
(c) Clearing of all estimates with DFA (W) for E/M Works whether received direct from
Commands or through E2 Works Sections.
(d) Preparation of estimates and planning of projects when specially required by E-in-
C/DGW.
(e) Attending siting boards when required.
(f) Contacting DGS&D and CLO to expedite delivery of stores.
(g) Scrutiny of tenders received by DGS&D for stores indented by Chief Engineers, when
referred to us by DGS&D or when the Chief Engineers require early deliveries.
(h) To arrange for clearance from Ministry of Commerce and Industries from indigenous
angle for procurement of equipment to be imported when such equipment is to be
installed on supply and fix basis.
(i) Rendering technical advice to E2 Works and other sections in E-in-C’s Branch and
Service HQ when required to do so,
(j) Preparation of E/M equipment when required to do so by E3/EG.
(k) Periodical revision of Estimating Data.
(l) Preparation of lists for advance provisioning of E/M stores and progressing the cases
for sanction with Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Finance (Defence).
(m) Revision of scales for E/M services & progressing the cases for sanction with
Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Finance (Defence).
(n) Attending to all matters pertaining to electrification policy and answering queries
from Chief Engineers.
(o) Preparation of lists for ETSR stores.
(p) Collection and collation of data and information for the attending conference and
seminars on E/M matters.
(q) Preparation of forecast requirements of electric power for emergency works and all
correspondence thereon with Central Electricity Board. Central Water and Power
Commission. Ministry of Defence, State Electricity Boards and Chief Engineers.
(r) Design of lightening conductors.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
2. (a) Scrutinising and progressing projects for air conditioning, refrigerators, cold stores,
water coolers, heating installations, compressed air supplies and gas supplies.
(b) Preparation of estimates and planning of air conditioning installations where specially
required by E-in-C/DGW.
(c) Attending siting/technical boards when required.
(d) Progressing cases of foreign exchange required for air conditioning and heating
equipment.
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Miscellaneous
6. (a) Cases pertaining to losses.
(b) Electric and water supply agreements.
(a) All E/M matters pertaining to the policy enunciated by storage and transport explosive
committee.
(b) Issue/Revision of Paper ‘Regulations for lighting, heating and power supply in
buildings containing explosives and policy pertaining to lightening protection to
building containing explosives’.
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rail and telephone/telegraph crossings. It should have at least 6ft lateral clearance from any
building or structure. (MES, SO by E-in-C, para 350).
15. All the electrical apparatus must be efficiently earthed as provided in the Indian Electricity
Rules. The practice of connecting an earth to a water main, in which the water supply is
interrupted, is not recommended. (MES SO by E-in-C para 357 and SSR 1962, Sec XX, Sub
Sec 1). The Earthing installation must be thoroughly inspected at least once a month and
tested once a quarter.
16. Guard rails, XPM partition or some sort of obstacle should be provided near moving parts of
machines, belt and chain drives.
17. Where dangerous liquids, refrigerants and gases are stored and handled, all concerned should
be well versed with the handing procedure. Such installations should be in possession of
respirators at the minimum scale of two per room where chemical are being stored and /or
handled. The respirators must be efficiently maintained, periodically tested and kept in a
place which is readily accessible.
(MES SO by E-in-C, para 348)
18. First Aid box must be available at hand in every installation. It should be equipped under the
advice and assistance of the local medical authorities.
(MES SO by E-in-C, para 349)
Posters, Charts, Etc.
19. It is essential that all the installations should prominently display the following posters, where
applicable:-
(a) Care and working of MES Plant and Machinery (IAFW-1791).
(b) Care and working of MES Boilers (IAFW-1797).
(c) A copy of Installation Standing Orders issued by CWE as per MES SO by E-in-C,
para 360 and 361. The Standing Orders shall lay down in detail the duties and
responsibilities of concerned staff for each individual installation separately.
(d) Fire Orders giving the precautions detailed in MES SO by, E-in-C’s para 358. The
Fire Orders shall clearly designate the constituents of different fire fighting parties
and their specific duties.
(e) Routine maintenance chart (MES SO by E-in-C, para 370 may be taken as guide).
This shall clearly lay down the nature of maintenance after the lapse of a period in
hours, as also the tradesman responsible for the maintenance in each case. A chart
showing the no of hours or run of each plant will be maintained for the purpose.
(f) A board indicating hours of work for shift and maintenance duties, with names of
persons on the current duty.
(g) Treatment in case of electric shock posters in Hindi, English and local languages
obtainable from the Electrical Inspector of the local State Government.
(h) Maker’s instructions on operation and maintenance of individual machines. If not
available, the AGE E/M should develop one for the particular plant.
(j) The authorised spare parts list as approved by CWE under MES SO by E-in-C, para
362. This list shall clearly show quantity authorised, quantity held, deficiency, action
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taken and latest position regarding provisioning in respect of each make and type of
plant, including Pumps, Generators, Switch gear and so on.
(k) A graph showing the daily consumption of electric energy and water.
(MES, SO by E-in-C, para 364).
Documents and Records
20. All the installations should maintain the under mentioned documents and records, as
applicable in the office of the installation superintendent E & M:-
(a) Machinery history sheet, (IAFW-2207) in original.
(b) Plant record book, (IAFW-2208).
(c) Plant running record book (Special).
(d) Fan and meter register (IAFW-2181).
(e) Inventory of electric fittings and fixtures (IAFW-2186),
(f) Electric bulb account, (IAFW-1773).
(g) Electric wiring test sheet, (IAFW-1794).
(h) Test of lighting conductors, (IAFW-2215).
(i) Log sheets as applicable.
(j) Record of earth tests.
21. AEE (E&M) and AE E/M incharge of the sub division will maintain in his office the records
as noted below, where applicable:-
(a) A copy of the machinery history sheet of all the machines in his sub division.
(b) M & O estimate of the installations.
(c) Monthly returns of the installations.
(d) Annual returns of the installations.
(e) Installation standing orders.
(f) Fire orders for installation.
(g) Authorised spare parts list with complete details.
(h) IEM inspection reports for T & P and MT.
22. A check list for Installation & Maintenance of transformers is given at Appendix ‘A’. ‘DO’s
& Dont’s as indicated should be followed in letter & spirit.
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Appendix ‘A’
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE OF TRANSFORMERS.
DO’s AND DON’Ts
DO’s
1. Ensure that transformer is installed at a place which is well ventilated so that heat generated
is dissipated easily. Use exhaust fan if considered necessary.
2. Check insulation resistance of the transformer between phases and earth and also between
phases.
3. Check the transformer oil level in the conservator. This should be checked before switching
on and later every month.
4. Dielectric strength of the transformer oil should be checked before commissioning and
subsequently annually. The transformer oil should be filtered/heated in case the dielectric strength of
the oil is below 30 KV.
5. Ensure that transformer metallic body and cable glands are connected to earth with two
independent earth connections.
6. Ensure that neutral of the transformer on LT side is connected to two independent earth
electrodes.
7. Check the chemical in the breather and ensure that it is in good condition to absorb moisture.
1. Check that the off load tap changer is locked properly after setting.
9. Ensure that a suitable switch/circuit breaker/link fuse is installed on HT side and also
similarly on the LT side which can be switched off on full load.
10. Ensure that manufacturers test certificate/sheet and oil test certificate are obtained from the
suppliers.
11. Records shall be kept of each transformer giving details of all inspections and tests made and
of unusual occurance.
DON’Ts
1. Do not energise transformer without checking its oil dielectric strength and insulation
resistance before commissioning and after overhauling.
2. Do not change the off load tap changer setting without switching off the transformer.
3. Do not connect the transformer neutral to the transformer body.
4. Do not overload the transformer.
5. Do not place lifting jacks under valves or cooling tubes during installation.
6. Do not connect transformers in parallel unless they have identical phase displacement,
voltage ratio and percentage impedence.
7. Do not commission a new transformer without prior inspection/clearance by Senior Electrical
Inspector (of E-in-C’s Branch)/Electrical Inspector of Command, Assistant Electrical
Inspector (of your Zone).
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Allotment of Numbers
11. Every mobile plant must have an E/M No. It is allotted by the Chief Engineer on the
machine record card (IAFW-2341).
12. The relevant E/M No should be painted in a prominent place on the plant. In the case of
those plant in which tar or bitumen is made use of or the painted No is likely to be obliterated a
number plate should be manufactured on which the number will stand out boldly over the surface.
Records
13. Every mobile plant must have a log book in which details of the technical data, transfers,
repairs, inspections, operating staff, issue of stores, work done, etc, should be entered. For
road roller , log book (IAFW-2179) should be issued. For all other plants, Mechanical Plants
log book (IAFW-2340) or Log book for engineer plant (IAB-9) should be used. The machine
record card (IAFW-2341) should be prepared locally, and kept with the plant.
(a) Demand in respect of New Supplies : Tools and plant, will be given as a lump sum. A
schedule will, however, be attached giving particular of each item costing more than
Rs. 3,000/- which is included in the lump sum demand.
(b) Repairs and Renewals to Existing Normal : Tools and plant are to be limited to the
following percentage of their capital value:-
Repairs Renewals Total
% % %
(i) Scientific & Drawing instruments 2 3 5
(ii) Hand and Machine Tools and 10 10 20
miscellaneous articles, and E/M
Wiring.
(iii) Camp equipment, furniture and 5 1.5 6.5
equipment for Inspection Bungalows
and Offices
(iv) Refrigerator and Air Conditioners 8 2 10
issued on hire
(v) Refrigerators and Air Conditioners 5 - 5
held in reserve
(c) Charges on account of inspection, recovery and repairs carried out by MES
Workshops to the plant (Special T & P) and vehicles of MES formations and units
will be worked out on the basis of ‘Lorry Units” indicated for each plant
One Lorry Unit is
(i) cost of labour - Rs. 940.00 per annum
(ii) Cost of spare - Rs. 3520.00 per annum
Spares include cost of engine and expendable stores but not the following:-
(a) Tyres and tubes.
(b) Batteries.
(c) Tarpaulins.
(d) Seats and seat cover
(E-in-C’s letter No 41510/A/T&P govt of India, M of D No 38674/EME Ops &
E4(M) of 11 Dec 80 8/69205/D(OI) dated 16 Jul 80).
Spare Parts
21. Responsibility for bulk procurement of spare parts for mobile plants rest with ESD(M),
Kankinara.
Depreciation
22. Depreciation on plant and machinery will be calculated as per rates fixed from time to time.
Hire Charges
23. Hire charges will be calculated as per rules existing in force.
(E-in-C No 41510/A/T&P/E4(M) of 11 Dec 80)
24. Method of raising and adjustment of debit for hire charges on the issue of T&P from E-in-C’s
stock for MES Projects/Maintenance services:-
(a) The cost of POL and wages of operators will be credited to the projects/maintenance
services concerned or to the head of account to which these have been originally
charged.
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(b) The element of interest, depreciation, percentage on running expenses and cost for
repairs and maintenance will be credited to Major Head LXII, Minor Head VII, Sub
Head ‘D’ Detailed Head 1/580/30
(AHQ, E-in-C’s Branch No 42726/E3A/2 dated 25/27 Aug 66)
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Appendix ‘A’
Precis 1608
Para 14
ITEMS OF MES T/P SPECIAL
Ser No Description of Item Equivalent Lorry Unit
1. Road Roller, 8/10 tons power driven 4
2. Crawler Tractor size I/II with AD and PCU 4
3. Grader Motor, 12 feet MB 4.5
4. Compressor Air trailer mounted, 210 CFM 1.25
5. Heater Bitumen, 250/300 gallons 0.5
6. Mixer Concrete, 14/10 cft 1.25
7. Generating Set, AC 400/230 Volts, 3 Phase of sizes
8. Roller Vibrating, 3 ton 2.25
9. Bitumen Paver and Finisher 0.25
10. Mobile Aggregate Drying and Mixing Plant, Hot Mix Plant 2.25
11. Concrete Weight batching with accessories 1.75
12. Concrete Spreader aver and Finisher 3/4
13. Dewatering Plant 3/4
14. Vibrators Screed type
15. Vibrators Needle 0.625
16. Core Cutting Machine 0.2
17. Mechanical Grass cutting Machine with tractor 0.25
18. Mechanical Tampers
19. Sewage pump, non clogging type with accessories
20. Pneumatic wheeled Crane, 10 tonnes capacity
21. 0.5 Tonne Hand Roller
(Auth: Govt of India, Min of De46960/E4/2552/D) Works-II)
of 24 May 79 and E-in-C M 15 Jun 79)
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7 Road Roller 8/10 Ton (i) 1 each for GE Basic, GE (P) & AGE (I) As per existing auth + as per auth for
(ii) 2 per CE Zone & auth for RAS RAS
8 Sewage Pump Non Clogging type with Accessories Varying for different CE Zones 1 for CWE
9 Tractor Crawler Size I/II with AD & PCU 1 for 10 GEs + auth for RAS 2 per CE Command+ as per auth for RAS
10 Motor Grader 12’ MB 1 for 10 GEs RAS 1 per CE Command
11 Mechanical Tampers Auth for RAS only As per auth for RAS only
12 Heater Bitumen 250/300 glns Auth for RAS only As per auth for RAS only
13 Roller Hand 1/2 Ton Auth for RAS only As per auth for RAS only
14 Mechanical Grass Cutting Machine with Tractor Auth for maintenance of certain airfields only As per auth for maintenance of airfield
Appendix ‘A’ to Army No. E-in-C’s Branch letter no 36086/Spl T&P/ ESP4(M) dt 29 Jul 85
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TRANSPORT
Introduction
1. Certain types of government vehicles are authorised for use in the MES. Their
holding by the various organisation under the control of E-in-C are shown in Annexure A
to G of I, M of D No 83211/E4/5732/D Works II of 17 Oct 78 Corrigendum No
83211/E4/6092 Works II of 13 Dec 79.
Control
2. CEs/CWE/GEs are responsible for the efficient control and use of Military
Transport (MT) held on their charge and the formations directly under them. They may,
however, detail an officers or superintendent Gde I, preferably E/M to be designated as
Military Transport Officer (MTO) to exercise the control and proper use of their vehicles.
Categories
Personnel carrying vehicles
3. Vehicles like car, station wagon, jeep, truck 1 ton light diesel vehicle and motor
cycles are personnel carrying vehicles.
Load carrying vehicles
4. Vehicles like lorry 3 ton, 5 ton, tippers and trailors are load carrying vehicles.
These are used for collection and movements of stores (other than those issued to a
contractor), POL, machinery and other materials,
Special purpose vehicles.
5. Vehicles like tractor 20 tons with trailors, lorry 3 ton, 6 x 4 crane turn table and
crane mobile etc., are used for special purpose in accordance with their utility (Columns
11,13 and 14 in Appendix ‘A’).
Use of MES Vehicles
6. The vehicles should be utilised only for official duties and work in conformity with
the specified use.
7. The use of vehicles between places connected by rail and for officers on temporary
duty at out stations is governed by the provisions in Mechanical Vehicles Regulations for
the Army (Revised edition 1965), and AIs issued from time to time.
8. The use of MES vehicles between residence and the place of duty is not normally
authorized, in special cases, sanctions are given in Army Order from time to time.
9. Vehicles may be provided to an officer proceeding on temporary duty for the
journey between the residence and the railway station or the airport at permanent duty
station and the temporary duty station as per AI 130 of 1960. In such cases, the officer
concerned will not draw milage allowance for the journey in question.
10. The MES vehicles may be hired out for amenity and other purposes to bonafide
officers provided the official duties do not suffer.
Drivers
11. All the drivers are under the administrative control and discipline of the MTO.
Civilian drivers are authorised for all MES vehicles.
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Driving Licence
12. All civilian drivers are required to pass Trade Test as per instructions issued from
time to time. They should be in possession of a current Civil Driving Licence in addition
to the Military Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licence. (IAFZ-2036).
Duty Orders
13. Driver’s car diaries on the revised form IAFZ-2209 as per AI 167/70 are to be filled
both for PC and LC vehicles. These are to be filled and signed by the person so authorised
before commencement of the journey.
14. Whenever any vehicle proceeds on duty, the following documents must be in
possession of the driver:-
(a) Car Diary (IAFZ-2209).
(b) Accident report regarding MT Vehicles (IAFZ-2195-A,B&C outer and
inner).
(c) Licence.
Daily Task
15. Before a vehicle is put on road, the routine check up of water, lubricant etc., should
be carried out in addition the schedule task of the day, as laid down in “Daily Parade”
should be completed by the driver, and checked by JE E/M-in-charge.
Part XII Order Tyre, Engine, Battery and Track casualty Return (IAFZ-3025)
19. As soon as tyre or an engine or a battery is replaced, the unit should issue the Part
XII Order within 42 hours of the change to all the formations concerned. The maker’s No
and any other identification mark for the component replacing and replaced should clearly
be indicated in this return.
20. Milage restrictions have been made as per G of I, M of D No
97929/GS/NE/14/3878-C/D(GS)-IV dated 20/12/69.
Due to deficiencies in vehicles strength and restricted availability of new vehicles,
further restrictions in milage authorised has been issued by AHQ GS Branch vide their No
97335/GS/WE-13/14/15 dated 21/5/71.
Sanction upto 50% extra can be given by CE Command. For further sanction E-in-
C is to be approached.
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34. The following forms will be maintained by all units/formations on the peace system
of accounting and will be subject to audit.
(a) Vehicle Register (IAFZ-2186)
All units holding mechanically propelled vehicles on charge will enter them
on IAFZ-2186, showing details of receipts and authority for all allotment of
vehicles. A separate page should be used for each make and type of vehicle
on charge and the number and date of vouchers on which the vehicles were
taken on charge/struck off charge should be clearly entered.
(viii) Car diary will be allowed to be retained by the drivers for the period
of daily duties only and will be deposited in MT office everyday
unless otherwise required for duties of longer duration.
(ix) All running in connection with maintenance, testing, repairs and
static running either by the unit or Zonal Workshop will be recorded
as workshop road test and static running under column 2 of the car
diary POL consumed on static running will be excluded while
working out KPL achieved.
(c) Milage Card – IAFZ-2212(Revised)
Daily running record of vehicle is maintained in this card. This card is
printed on both sides and record for six months can be maintained on one
side. Thus complete record of one year for one vehicle can be kept on one
card. The various columns to be completed are self explanatory. Milage
card will be filled daily for vehicles in the station and on return from duty
for vehicles on out station duty. MT Gasoline/Diesel in tank of every MT
vehicle will however, be checked accurately on the last day of the month by
filling the tank to maximum capacity. Particular attention should be paid to
the following points:-
(i) All columns in the milage card should be completed.
(ii) Issues of MT Gasoline/diesel to vehicle shown in milage card, POL/
Retail issue (IAFZ-2206), car diary and POL ledger should agree.
(iii) The milage card will be shown to the GE or the officer nominated by
him every month and signed by him.
(d) Vehicle Log Book – IAFZ-2191 (Revised)
Vehicle log book will be maintained for each individual vehicle. It contains
the following details:-
(i) Particulars of vehicle.
(ii) Particulars of inter unit transfers.
(iii) Repairs and changes of major/minor assemblies.
(iv) Yearly kilometer record (on monthly basis).
(v) Dates of changes of classifications.
(vi) KPL for vehicle as per IEM tests.
(vii) Particulars of change of tyres and tubes.
(e) Ledger Stocks and Supplies – (IAFZ-2109).
The record of POL received from supply/POL depot and the issues of POL
to Vehicles/Equipments is maintained in this ledger. A physical stock
taking of ground balances will be carried out on 1 st of each month and result
recorded in red ink on relevant pages by the GE or any other gazetted officer
authorised by him.
(f) POL Indent Form – IAFZ-2206 Part I (Revised)
MES organisations will submit their weekly demand for POL to dependent
supply/POL depot on IAFZ-2206 Part I (Revised) in quintuplicate. This
demand will be submitted weekly at least seven days in advance of the
drawing day.
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Appendix ‘A’
Precis 1604
Ser No
Formation Car 4 Car 5 Trailie Ligh Lorry Lorry Lorry Mot Tractor Tri 20 Crane Lorry Lorry Fork Remarks
seater Cwt r 10 diesel 3 Ton 3 Ton 3 ton or 20 Ton Ton Mobili 5 Ton with lift (Refer Annx
4x2 4x4 CWT veh 4x2 Tippin water Cycl tpt tpt sed 6 4x4 telesc truck Att ‘B’
GS 2 truck GS g 4x2 e ton crane -ope explaination
wheele 4x2 turon ladde of sufixes
d table r
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
1 Chief Engineer 2(a) 1(b) 1(c) 3(d) 2(e) 5(c) 3(c) 4(d) 2(e) 2(c) 2(c) - (c) -
2 Commander 2(z) 1 - - - - 1(c) 1 - - - - - -
Wks Engrs
3 Garrison Engr 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - Reqt of Veh
4 AEE AE i/c sub - - - 1(y) - - - - - - - - - - for 221 Aes
Div & BSO i/c Sub Divs will
sub Div
be at inc
5 Commandant/ - - - 2(x) - - - - - - - - - -
maint cel
6 E/M Sub Div - - - - 1 - - - - - - - - - Present balance
7 B/R Sub Div - - - - 1(j) - - 1(k) - - - - - - reqt will be
8 B/S Sub Div - - - - 1 - - 1(k) - - - - - - spread over the
9 Engr Park 1(a) - 4(w) 1(r) 1(f) - - 1(v) - - - - - -
next three to four
yrs.
10 Engr Sub Park 1 - - 1(f) 1(f) - - 1(b) - - 1(g) 1(h) - 1(u)
11 DGW 3 - - - 20(p) 123(p) - - - - - - - -
Govt of India Min of Defence Letter No. 83211/38/BSS(H)/109s/D(Works-II) dt 17-05-1986
SCALES OF VEHICLES AT THE DISPOSAL OF E F OF E-IN-C (Para 5)
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Note:
1. So far as personnel carrying veh already held at the disposal of E-in-C’s are concerned, any type veh may be used as substitute , against
authorised type of veh until the veh actually held are wasted out.
2. The Chief Engineers have the discretion to alter local holding of MT in their command provided total authorisation for the whole
Command is not exceeded.
3. In the absence of Grades to whom the veh are authorised/ the next lower grade may use “Veh”.
4. Truck 1 ton 4x2 GS/light Diesel veh or other veh (jeep/station wagons) held in lieu can be authorised to supdt Gde I i/s sub divns in
addition with the veh already authorised to the divisions. It may be used both as PC & IC veh.
5. Scooters will be held in lieu of motor cycles in Cantt area where roads are good till they are wasted out.
6. The motor cycles or veh authorised in lieu of motor cycles in hill station can be used by JEs for bondefide duties.
7. The motor cycles or veh authorised to sub divs and Engrs pks can be used by JEs for bonafide official duties.
8. 4x4 drive veh will be held in lie of 4x2 drive veh where veh of 4x4 drive are supplied by the ord in respective of Col No 6,7,8,9 above.
9. Truck 1 Ton for presently held by MES in lieu of light diesel veh to make good the difference, holding will be made up with light diesel
veh only.
10. Lorry 3 ton 1 x 2 GS mounted with HDPE water tank 3000 ltrs capacity should be used in lieu of lorry 3 ton water 4x2 (Col-9) when the
same is not available for issue in the army stocks.
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Appendix ‘B’
(Precis No 1609)
Para 28
1. Car 3 Seater, 4 x 2 1
2. Station Wagon Car LU 1
3. Car 5 cwt 4 x 4 Jeep GS 1.5
4. Trailer 10 cwt 2 wheeled GS 0.25
5. Truck 15 cwt/1 ton 4 x 2 GS 1
6. Truck 15 cwt 4 x 4 1.5
7. Lorry 3 Ton 4 x 2 GS 1
8. Lorry 3 Ton 4 x 4 GS 1.5
9. Lorry 3 Ton 4 x 2 tipping 1
10. Lorry 3 Ton 4 x 2 Water 2250 lit 1
11. Tractor 6 x 4 medium 2
12. Trailor 20 Ton 1
13. Crane mobile, 6 ton 2.5
14. Crane 3 Ton, lorry mounted 2
15. Motor Cycle, Solo 0.25
16. Fire Trailor Pump 1
NOTE:
1. No funds will be demanded for a vehicle from the date it is downgraded to Class V and below or
discarded.
2. Any other items not covered by Sl Nos 1 to 16 may be added in Col 2 as additional items
Precis No 1610
Management Department
WORKSHOPS/TIMBER FACTORY
(Reference : MES Regulation, paras 795 to 805 and Appendix ‘P’)
Type of Workshops
1. There are two types of Workshops as given below:-
(a) Installation Workshop
Such workshop is utilised for executing work of minor nature for the installation(s) or sub
division. Limited holding of machines and tools will make it possible to execute works of
petty nature to maintain the efficiency.
(b) MES Workshop
This type of workshop is elaborately equipped to carry out work on production basis. It can
undertake big jobs, in accordance with its facilities, from MES formations, other
Government departments or private persons.
Supervision
2. Installation workshop is directly under the control of the officer ie of the sub division. He will
normally have a JE E and M who will be in charge of running it.
3. An MES workshop will be in charge of an E and M officer under CWE. He is referred to as
Workshop Officer.
(RMES 798)
Accounting
4. The cost of running a sub divisional workshop is divided in proportion to the work executed for the
benefit of installation concerned.
5. The cost for an installation workshop is borne by its maintenance grant.
6. The MES workshop will be cost accounted. Monthly workshop return
(IAFW-2234) will be submitted to cover capital charges, direct charges and overhead charges.
Order for Work
7. All work on the workshop is first estimated and calculated in details on IAFW-2227, and then
prepared as a work order on IAFW-2228. Once the work order is accepted by the demander, it is
entered in IAFW-2229 with a number. An expenditure sheet is then prepared on IAFW-2230, and
the work is taken in hand. On completion of work the adjustment of the amount is carried out on
the expense voucher IAFW-2253.
8. In case of private work, the same procedure applies except that the recovery of the amount is treated
as in case of a deposit work.
9. In the case of urgent work, the Workshop Officer can put the work in hand on receipt of an
authority from the demanding officer upto a definite amount.
Operating Account
10. The operating account will be maintained as under:-
(a) Daily Sheets
(i) Daily Labour Sheet - IAFW-2236
(ii) Daily Material Sheet - IAFW-2235
(iii) Daily Miscellaneous Charges Sheet - IAFW-2313
(b) Expenditure sheet - IAFW-2230
(c) Workshop Account - IAFW-2223
(d) Material Account on
(i) Material Register - IAFW-2225
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Precis No 1611
Management School
E /M RECORDS, REPORTS AND RETURNS
Introduction
1. This precis deals with typical records, and return which are in vouge in the E and M Section. The
details in the various types of Indian Army Forms are explained with their utility value. The
specific use can be traced from the other E and M procedure Precis, where applicable.
2. For the purpose of the precis, the forms have been grouped to indicate where these are being used.
The reference to MES SO by E-in-C is also given to help in tracing their specific use.
Installations
3. The Indian Army Forms which are used for different MES installations are given in Appendix ‘A’.
Machinery History Sheet
4. This form is used to give a complete history of every static machine. It contains the technical
details, initial cost, purchase date, authority of purchase, the place where the machine is installed
and or transferred to, and the acceptance test. On the form a general history is written including the
condition of arrival at the station any renewals, repairs, major overhauls, serious breakdown and any
characteristics peculiar to the machine.
5. There are eight types of machinery history sheets excluding ‘index’ form, for different types of
machines. The typical technical data for each type is shown on the relevant history sheet.
6. The different types of machines are indicated by a prefix letter on the MES No which is allotted to
each machine. These are as under:-
Prefix letter Types of machine
A - Steam Engine
B - Internal combustion engine
C - Crane, crab, winch, travellor or lift.
F - Pump or Compressor.
R - Lathe, screw cutting, drilling, planing, slotting, boring,
shaping, metal sawing, gulleting, punching, shearing, milling, screwing, band
sawing or morticing machine, tool grinder, universal cutter grinder, planner,
log and deal frame, circular and pendulum saw benches, general joiner or
variety wood worker.
L - Miscellaneous machines.
S - Steam boiler
T - Electric motor or generator.
7. The respective MES No is entered in the appropriate space provided on the right hand top corner of
the Machinery History Sheet. SM No allotted to the set of the machine is also noted thereon.
Plant/Installation Running Record
8. It is a record of hour wise running of each plant giving output, POL/Energy consumption, periodical
examinations, consumption tests and other tests, any repairs, replacement of minor or major spares,
and results of inspection by IEM/ VDRA. Form can be conveniently adopted for the purpose.
9. Separate forms are used for IC engines or separate pages will be kept for individual sets. All the
entries made therein are signed by JE E/M-in-charge. The records are inspected by AEE or AE
E/M at least once a week and initialed. These are also shown to an inspecting officer, if required.
Log Sheet
10. All MES owned installations maintain an appropriate log sheet. One log sheet is used per day, and
all the applicable entries completed. Since the information noted in a log sheet will form the basis
to gauge the efficiency of the installation, the necessity of accurate and full information should be
stressed on all concerned.
11. For small installations, where an hourly record is not warranted, an improvised log should be
maintained for M&O estimate.
12. Maintenance and operation estimate is prepared locally to show the recurring charges anticipated in
the ensuing financial year. It is based on the working costs of the current financial year. The return
is submitted to GE or CWE well in advance, for it to be technically checked, approved and included
in the consolidated schedule of demands as per MES Regulations. Appendix ‘B’ Form C based on
the approval, the installation is allotted the necessary funds for the coming financial year.
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Expenditure cannot be incurred for on installations before M/O Estimates are sanctioned for the
installation by the competent technical authority.
Annual Return Installations
13. The annual return is prepared for ALL the MES installations. It is a consolidation of the monthly
returns plus detailed information of capital account, connected load (electric) or consumption
(electric and water) and the staff employed. Working cost and all-in-cost calculations, schedule of
products supplied and costing sheet are also included in it. The working cost shown in the return is
certified by the UA.
14. The annual return of cost accounting, E/M and water supply installations is to be completed by 1 st
Nov at E-in-C’s Office.
15. It reflects the true state of affairs to maintain the efficiency of each MES installation. It also forms
the basis to eventually calculate the All India Cost. Hence an accurate compilation is imperative in
preparing the return.
Plant Record Book
16. Plant Record Book IAFW-2208 will be maintained for each installation. The value shown therein
represents the capital cost of the various items of the installation. The interest at 6% (vide MES
Regs para 745) and the depreciation at the rate of the percentage laid down in the MES Standing
Orders by E-In-C para 420 (given in precis No 1613) are calculated on capital cost, and compiled in
the ‘Summary’ portion of the book for each financial year.
17. Ready calculated depreciated value of any plant or portion of the installation can be obtained from
the book.
18. This book is subject to audit.
28. All the information in respect of the E/M No. technical details, tools and spare parts held, inspection
repairs, staff, stores used, and work done, is recorded in this book. Entries should also be made in
respect to the No and date of the certificate of fitness issued (and renewed) by the Boiler Inspector
in Appendix ‘D’ of the log book in red ink in case of Steam Road Rollers. This entry must clearly
indicate the latest date upto which it is certified.
29. The instruction for the care of the different types of road roller given in Appendix ‘B’ and ‘BB’ of the
log book should be conscientiously followed.
30. E/M No and any State registration No allotted to the road roller should be prominently printed on
the book.
Mechanical Plant Log Book
Log Book for Engineer Plant and its Supplement No .1.
31. The above log book should be used for mobile plants other than road rollers. The latter is stocked
by ESD (Machinery) Kankinara.
32. All the relevant details including the E/M No should be recorded in the book.
Machine Record Card
33. The machine record card must be complete, and kept posted in all respects to record the history of
the mobile plant.
Transport
34. The relevant forms required are given in Appendix ‘C’. Procedure for maintenance of records (MT) is
given separately in Precis No 1609.
35. MVCR. Monthly Vehicle Casualty Return.
NOTE: All units will submit their return, showing position as on last day of each month to Army
statistical organisation through their Formation/HQ.
36. Part XII Order. Tyre, Engine, Battery and Truck Casualty Return.
37. These orders should be issued to all the units and formations where records of the vehicles are
maintained within 24 hours of the casualty. All the particulars, as required by the columns on the
forms, must be completed.
Workshop
38. The forms required for an MES Workshop are given in Appendix ‘D’. the specific use of these forms
is explained in MES Regs Appendix ‘A’.
Periodicity of Repots and Returns
39. A revised list of periodical reports and returns, to be submitted to DGW, E-in-C’s Branch,
indicating their periodicity is issued under AHQ, E-in-C’s Branch No 63233/E2-A dated 31 Oct/8
Nov 67. This supersedes all previous instructions as far as the type and periodicity of reports and
returns are concerned. The details will continue as per existing orders. Periodical reports and
returns not mentioned in that list will not be submitted to E-in-C’s office.
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Appendix ‘A’
Precis No (1611)
(Para 3)
Appendix ‘B’
Precis No (1611)
Para 29
TOOLS AND PLANT – RECORDS REPORTS AND RETURNS
Appendix ‘C’
(Precis No 1611)
Para 34
TRANSPORT – RECORDS, REPORTS AND RETURNS
Appendix ‘D’
(Precis No 1611)
WORKSHOP – RECORDS, REPORTS AND RETURNS
(Para 54)
Ser Nomenclature IA Form No Reference to
No MES MES SO by
Regs E-in-C Para
Para
(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)
Precis No 1612
Management Department
Introduction
1. This precis deals with a summary of the budget side in the E & M section. Details of the procedure
connected with the budget should be read in conjunction with those given in Precis No. 1561.
Major Heads
2. The expenditure for the three services of the Defence Forces is divided into the following Major
Heads:-
(a) For works commenced prior to 1 Apr 48
(i) Army inclusive of Factories and Farms - 2076 Defence Services
(ii) Navy - 2077 Defence Services
(iii) Air Force - 2078 Defence Services
(b) For works commenced wef 01 apr 48
All Services above Rs. 1 lakh - 4076 Capital Outlay
on Defence Service.
Classification and Code Numbers
3. The various classification and Code Nos typical to E & M side of the MES, are shown as:-
(a) Annexure A - Major Head 2076 Defence Services - Army
(b) Annexure B - Major Head 2077 Defence Services - Navy
(c) Annexure C - Major Head 2078 Defence Services - Air Force.
Financing Of Installations
Internal Installations
4. The internal installations of water supply and electric supply are financed under the sub head for the
maintenance of buildings. A separate allotment is provided for the maintenance of internal wiring,
fittings etc and internal ware pipes and fittings in that of the building under sub head B of major
head 2076 and sub head F. Minor Head (e) of Major Heads 2077 and 2078.
External Installation
5. The external water supply and electrical installations are financed under Sub Head C of Major head
2076 and Sub Head F, Minor Head (e) of Major Heads 2077 and 2078.
E and M Renewals
Definition
7. An E & M renewal consists of the replacement of a complete installation, or the whole of a definite
portion of an installation or of a complete unit forming part of an installation. The following can be
treated as E & M renewals:-
(a) Extensive reconstruction of a supply system.
(b) Increased capacity of plant or accommodation for the installation.
(c) Substitution of a superior for an inferior class or grade of work.
(d) Replacement and supply of major spare parts.
In the case of 9d) above CWE will decide whether the replacement is to be classed as renewal or
maintenance.
(MES Regs Para 57 and 758)
8. All E & M renewals which cost less than Rs. 50,000/- will be financed from Sub head C of Major
head 269 (and Sub Head F. Minor head 9c) of Major head 270 and 271). An allotment of funds for
the purpose implies administrative approval. A scheme which involves installation of plant and
machinery is submitted to the higher Engineer Authority for prior technical scrutiny. The technical
sanction is accorded for the work as per delegatory powers, vide Precis No 1588, Appendix ‘B’.
(MES Regs para 759)
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(c) For machines issued on hire, maintenance and repair charges will be debited to Main head 7.
Expenditure on works (other than Capital Projects), maintenance etc. Sub head E, Tools and
Plant and Machinery (a) T & P 3, Repairs and Renewals of T & P, and Schedule of
Demands prepared for maintenance and repair only at 10% of the capital value of the plant
held in reserve.
19. Sewage disposal installations will be treated as E & M installations, Maintenance and operation
estimates will be prepared as for E & M installation. These estimates may be prepared on Form
IAFW-1806 till amended form is made available. The maintenance and operation charges will be
debited to Main head 7 Expenditure on works (other than Capital Projects), Maintenance etc, Sub
head C Maintenance and operation of Installations (e) Miscellaneous.
(Authority: AHQ E-in-C’s Branch DHQ PO New Delhi No 46620/E4 dt 22 Aug 1958).
Appendix ‘A’
(Precis No 1612)
Para 3A
MAJOR HEAD 2076 DEFENCE SERVICES – ARMY
Main Head 7 Expenditure on Works (other than Capital Projects) and Maintenance
Sub Head A – Works
(1) This will include expenditure on construction, maintenance etc of buildings and other
revenue expenditure of the Army by the MES, other than these relating to Ordinance
Factories, R & D organisation, Military Farms and Inspection Organisation for which
separate minor head have been provided.
(2) The cost of new Major works undertaken on or after 1.4.48 will be booked to the Major head
469.
Minor Heads
(a) Major Works
(i) Not forming capital assets - 451/01
(ii) Other revenue works - 451/02
(b) Minor works - 452/00
(c) Losses - 454/00
Sub Head B – Maintenance – Buildings, communication etc.
Minor Heads
Buildings
(a) Permanent buildings - 460/01
(b) Temporary buildings - 460/02
(c) Hired/Leased/Requisitioned buildings. - 460/03
Sub Head C- Maintenance and Operation of Installations
Minor Works
(a) Water Supply
(i) Expenditure - 474/01
(ii) Deduct – Recoveries - 474/02
(b) Electricity
(i) Expenditure - 475/01
(ii) Deduct –Recoveries - 475/02
NOTE: The recoveries under Minor Heads (a) (ii) and (b) (ii) are only those effected from
other departments of the Central Government.
Other recoveries viz from individuals, local bodies etc will be treated as revenue.
(c) Refrigeration and Air Conditioning - 479/00
(d) Special repairs and renewals: 1 MES Installation - 480/01
2. ASC Bulk Petroleum – 480/02
installation
(e) Miscellaneous, Minor Head E
(i) Expenditure on running and maintenance of disinfectors
(ii) Expenditure on boilers, standby sets, telephone bills debatable to installations
(iii) Expenditure on battery charging etc.
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Appendix ‘B’
(Precis No 1612)
Para 3 (b)
(ii) Electricity
(aa) Expenditure - 658/03
(ab) Deduct – Recoveries - 658/04
(f) Refrigeration and Air Conditioning - 658/05
(g) Special repairs and renewals - 658/06
(h) Miscellaneous - 658/07
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Appendix ‘C’
(Precis No 1612)
Para 3 (c )
MAJOR HEAD 2078 DEFENCE SERVICES – AIR FORCE
Sub Head F – Cost of works (other than capital projects) and maintenance
Precis No 1613
Management Department
Introduction
1. This precis contains subjects of general interest and policy matters not covered in other E/M
Procedure precis.
Common TV Antenna
11. Provisions of common Antenna in multistoreyed buildings and empty conduits for that are
authorised now.
(E-in-C’s Branch No 86365/Design 2 dt 09 Feb 87)
(a) Class A
IIIumination, Ventilation, and small domestic and other electrical devices.
(b) Class B
Unrestricted power
(c) Class C
Restricted power
(d) Class D
Street lighting
(MES Regs Appx ‘O’ Para 12)
29. The recovery of the cost of water consumed is as per the recorded consumption shown in the water
meter.
(MES Regs Appx ‘O’ para)
30. The recorded meter consumption of the electric energy and water is recovered at the All India
recovery rates fixed by the Government, and reviewed periodically. It is arrived at by consolidating
the totals of the cost accounting returns of all the installations in India on ‘no profit, no loss’ basis.
(MES Regs Para 747 to 751)
31. Recovery of electric charges from service officers for electricity consumed for refrigerators, in
residence of officers where no power circuit is available is governed by AI 117/48. Further
interpretations are given in AHQ, QMG No A/Q2469/Q3 (B) dated 10 May 61. Before using the
lighting circuit for refrigerators, officers should obtain a certificate from MES that the existing
circuit can withstand the additional load.
Services Charges
32. The charges for services rendered by MES are as under:-
(a) (i) Testing meter (to be refunded if the MES meter proves to be incorrect by
more than 3%)- Rs. 5/-
(ii) Inspection and test of consumer’s internal installation- Rs 10/-
(iii) Replacement of MES service fuses – Rs. 1/-
(iv) Replacement of consumer’s fuses (upto 2 cut outs: for each additional cut out 25
paise extra) - Rs. 1/-
(v) Reconnection after disconnection for non payment of bills or infringement of rules –
Rs. 10/-
(vi) Reconnection after disconnection owing to vacation of building or premises – Rs. 2/-
(vii) Changing position of meter board (excluding any alterations necessary to the wiring)
Rs. 5/-
(viii) Other work as fixed by the GE (dependent on the extent and type of the work).
Charging Batteries
(ix) Car battery – Rs 3/-
(x) Wireless battery – Rs. 2/-
Hire of fans
(xi) Ceiling fan per calendar month - Rs. 11.60
(xii) Table fan per calendar month - Rs. 8.30
(xiii) Pedestal fan - Rs 11.20
Note 1.Hire from 1st to 14th will be at the full rate.
2.Hire from 15th to the end of the month will be at half rate.
34. Station Commanders are authorised to sanction temporary electric and water supply connections in
special cases, viz, or religious, social and medical grounds for a period not exceeding 15 days.
35. Meter and connections will be installed by MES at the expense of the applicant and meter rent will
be made at the rate of 50 paise per day. Connection fee Rs. 3/- will be recovered for every
connections; charges for electric/water consumption will be calculated at all India rates or all in cost
rate whichever is higher.
(Min of Def letter No 87313/C13W (Policy)3019-ASO-II/D Works dt 15 Oct 57).
Meters
36. Provision of individual meters, water and electric to Government owned buildings is to be made in
accordance with AHQ No 72131/Q3W(Policy) dt 24 Feb 58 and even No dated 06 May 70.
(E-in-C Technical Instruction 1 of 70)
Location and Security of Meters, Meters-Boxes
37. Water meters should be installed within the premises (in a recess in the wall or some other suitable
place) of consumers who should be made responsible for the security of the same. Approved design
of water meter boxes are given in figures 1 and 5 to IS 2103/1962.
(E-in-C’s No 84110/Spec/WS3/E2 PHE dt 28 Mar 66).
Call Bells
38. Provision of call bell at the entrance of married officers quarters of Captains and above and
equivalent ranks in other services is authorised. This provision is applicable to the existing quarters
also, on a phased programme.
(Authority: G of I, M of D No A/03530/Q3W (Policy)/301/S/SO-II/D (Works) dt 10 Jul 67).
Electric Bulbs
Exchange
39. MES issue good bulbs in replacement for the unserviceable ones, before effecting the exchange, it
must be ascertained that the incoming as well as the outgoing bulbs bear the requisite marking as
provided for under MES SO by E-in-C para 605.
(MES SO by E-in-C, para 606)
40. (a) The transaction of the exchange are noted in the Electric Bulb Account Book (IAFW-1773),
and acknowledged by the consumer in the column provided for the purpose.
(b) The user should submit a requisition for exchange of fused bulbs.
Treatment of Water
42. MES carries out sedimentation, filtration, chloration and chloramination.
43. The dosage of the reagents is notified by the Medical Authorities after testing the water. A
periodical test is conducted by the Medical Authorities to ensure that the water is potable. They
also advise any changes in dosage from time to time.
44. In cases, however, where the water is to be specially chlorinated in small service tanks, the Medical
Authorities are entirely responsible for providing the reagents, and purify the water. MES may
detail appropriate staff to assist in such circumstances.
(MES Regs, para 733)
Provisions of filters for water treatment
45. In future, in all permanent water supply sources, only slow sand filters will be used.
(E-in-C Branch No 84924/Policy/Wks V-3 dt 10 Sep 86)
Table- M RMES
(MES SO by E-in-C para 420)
52. When a plant or any part of it is brought into use during any period of a financial year, the
depreciation when calculated will be proportional to the period of the year actually in use.
53. When a plant is kept in use for more than its predicted life, the depreciation charges will not be
raised off as depreciation.
(MES, Regs Para 745)
Rates of Interest
54. Interest at 6% per annum will be charged on the capital cost in Plant Record Book (IAFW-2208).
(MES, Regs, para 745)
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55. When a plant or any part of it is brought into use during any period of a financial year, the interest
when calculated should be proportional to the period of the year actually in use.
Classification
59. Every time an equipment is classified, the classification together with the signature, rank and
appointment of inspecting officer will be entered in equipment’s log book.
60. Prime Mover Driven Plant Classification. The prime mover driven plants will be classified as
under:-
(a) Class I and II. That equipment which for active service can be made so by repairs and
which has not exceeded, the following hours running since new or since base overhaul:-
Engine Class I Class II
Diesel engine driven plant 1000 2000
Petrol engine driven plant 800 1600
(b) Class III. That equipment which is fit or can be made so by repairs but exceed the running
hours laid down in Class –II.
(c) Class IV, Equipment awaiting field repairs and placed off road will be classified as Class IV.
The equipment after repair will be upgraded to their previous classification Class I II or III.
(d) Class V equipment requiring base repairs.
(e) Class VI/UNSV. Equipment which in the opinion of inspecting officer requires extensive
repairs due to their wear, deterioration, accident/damage will be considered as beyond
economical repairs and classified as Class VI/UNSV.
62. Inspection
(a) Initial (Receipt/Issue/Transfer inspection of Class I and IV Capt/AEE/AE i/c of E/M
division.
(b) Quarterly inspection - DCWE or ACWE E/M of area.
(c) Annual Inspection - IEM from Zonal CE’s
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(d) Down grading of T & P to Class V observed during quarterly inspection will be confirmed
by IEM.
63. A Board of Officers of Maj/EE and IEM and Capt/AEE is ordered by CE/CWE to examine and
declare equipment beyond economical repair and recommend for classification VI.
Board can recommend it Class VI if one or more of the following are fulfilled:-
(a) There is no possibility of obtaining spares from normal source of supply or indigenous
manufactures within 12 months.
(b) Cost of repairs exceeds 50% of the capital value of equipment.
(c) Useful remaining life after repair is not commensurate with cost of repairs.
However, equipment which are considered as Class VI/UNSV during the process of base overhaul,
having been opened up and found to be in a state which is considered BER will not be subjected to
requirement as per para above.
Recommendation of the board will be concurred by CE after which disposal action can be
pursued.
67. In the case of projects already sanctioned and under execution, voltage stabilizers may be provided
chargeable to the contingencies of the project, if provision for these is desirable and does not exist
in the sanction, taking into account all the factors mentioned in para 61 above.
68. In existing installations, where voltage variations are beyond permissible limits and all remedial
measures as outlined in para 61 above have proved ineffective works demands may be initiated for
the provision of voltage stabilizers.
(Auth: E-in-C No 27439/E5 dt 23/26 Mar 68)
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Air conditioning :
70. Normally operation block for air conditioning consists of major and minor OT, scrub room , pre –
operation room, anesthetic room, duty rooms.
( E-in-C’s Br letter No. 37964/e4 dt 02 Sep 1964)
71. Climatological data for some cantonments is given in letters – E-in-C’s br letter No 80971/e4 dt 16 Mar
63 and 37965/e4 dt 19 Jun 64 , 10 Jul 64 , 14Dec 65.
72. Thermometers in air conditioned rooms would be handed over to users and its upkeep will be done by
MES and AC plants operated by MES.
(E-in-C’s Br letter No. 62342/E4 dt 03 Jan 61.)
73. Air conditioning equipments would be fully serviced and repaired in winter as per recommendation of
Board of Officers.
(E-in-C’s Br letter No49014/E4 dt 07 Jun 69.)
(b) Fans will be provided in Air conditioning rooms at half the normal scales;
(Auth: G of I, MOD No 92199/Q3W(Policy)/1103/SO-III/D(W-I) dt 12 May 84)
Safety Practices
102. Recommendations for safety regulation are contained in the safety mannual published by CW &
PCM of Irrigation and Power Govt of India.
Lightening Protection
103. Recommendation for field storage of Ammunition and Explosives.
(AHQ letter No 11363/OS-6d dt 19 Apr 65)
Street Lighting
109. Provision of fluorescent lamps /MV lamps and the principles of design are given in E-in-C
Technical Instructions 17 of 69.
Appendix ‘A’
Precis No 1613
(para 73) TECHNICAL DATA
– AIR CONDITIONING PABXs
Temperature
1. (a) Summer - 22.2 Degrees C. to 26.7 Degrees C.
(b) Winter - 17.2 Degrees C. to 22.8 Degrees C.
2. Humidity - 45-60%
Dust Filteration
4. 90% effective dust filteration for dust particles of size above 0.001 microns.
(AHQ No 86480/Sigs 7a dt 06 Oct 83)
6. Equipment Load
(a) 100 lines - 0.30 KW
(b) 200 lines - 0.50 KW
(c) 300 lines - 0.75 KW
(d) 400 lines - 0.90 KW
(e) 500 lines - 1.10 KW
(f) 600 lines - 1.25 KW
Occupancy
7. (a) 100 to 200 lines - One person
(b) 300 to 600 lines - Two persons.
12. Offices.
(i) Air conditioning is authorised in offices of officers of the rank of Maj Gen and above.
(Auth: M of D No 98342/Q3W(Policy)27/50111/D(W-1) of 09 Feb 61)
(ii) Air Conditioner window type 1.5 tons capacity is authorised for offices of civilian officer of
the rank Director Gde I in Def R & D.
(Auth: M of D No. Adm/RD-28-0102/10118/D(R&D) of 27 Nov 77)
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(iii) Desert Coolers. Desert Cooler are authorised in summer season in station indicated in Govt
letter for officers of Lt Col and above and upto Brig and civilian drawing Rs. 1600.00 per month
and above. Also authorised to Majors & equivalent of AirForce and Navy, one cooler between two
officers.
(Auth: E-in-C No 95284/E4 dt 26 Mar 85)
13. Lightning protection to signal / telecommunication installations is authorized but it is
responsibility of users.
(Auth: E-in-C No 36323/Policy/E4 dt 03 Sep 87)
14. Maximum demand indicator and Power factor meter should be installed at a takeover points and
capacitor banks if required , should also be provided.
15. UPS and SPS systems should be provided as per E-in-C’s Br letter No. 2/88/E4 dt 16 May 88.
16. Exhaust fans / Exhaust duct should be provided and ground level on bulk petroleum installations.
Centrifugal pumps have gravity suction.
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Appendix ‘B’ to
Precis No 1613
(para – 89,102)
CHECK LIST OF ITEMS FOR SCRUTINY OF AEs AT E-IN-C’s BRANCH
(ELECTRIFICATION AND LIGHTING PROTECTION)
1. Whether Board Proceedings attached? Separate Statement of case justifying departures from
norms, special requirements and non adherance to BP should be clearly brought out.
2. Whether the provisions made in the AE are in accordance with recommendations given in the Board
Proceedings?
3. Whether any Land acquisition is involved?
4. Whether statement of requirement of power giving breakdown details is attached? All individual
loads i.e. other than those covered under Scales of Accommodation along with the diversity factor,
distribution factor, any special feature of load affecting the maximum demand etc. to be indicated.
5. Whether the source(s) of electric supply is indicated?
6. (a) Whether the electricity is available from the existing sources?
(b) If no, whether a proposal to meet the requirement is given?
7. Whether detailed estimate from State Electricity Board or relevant authority, in case supply is to be
taken from outside source, is attached?
8. In case of crossing of Railway line, whether permission from Railway authorities along with their
estimate is attached?
9. Does an overall plan for the station exist? If so, whether the proposed electrical scheme fits in the
over all plan?
10. Whether layout plan showing existing and proposed installations with take over points in different
colours indicating sizes of UG cables/ OH lines and capacities of transformers is attached?
11. Whether schematic diagram showing existing and proposed equipment in different colours is
attached?
12. Whether a sketch showing equipment to be installed in the sub station to justify its plinth area is
attached? Whether movement area, storages, etc, have been taken care of in determining the size of
sub station?
13. Whether the voltage drop calculations and data used for working correct sizes of cable and overhead
lines is attached?
14. Whether schedule of service connections and house service meters is attached?
15. Whether essential loads are identified and suitable diversity factors used when standby generating
set is to be provided, are attached?
16. Whether critical loads viz lifts, Air conditioning plants, cranes, and pumps for water supply and
sewage disposal have been considered while working out essential loads?
17. Whether separate circuits/wiring is catered for essential loads?
18. Whether provisions are in conformity with Scales?
19. Whether provisions are in conformity with IE Rules?
20. Whether details of Users special requirements are given, in case the provision is not as per
authorised scales?
21. Whether detailed justification for voltage stabilizers, if provided, for services other than signal loads
is attached.
22. Whether details of existing and proposed key personnel quarters justifying their provision is
attached?
23. Whether schedule of existing and proposed internal wiring along with sketches of the buildings
showing internal electrification where the cost is not included in the PA rates of building, is
attached? (In case of Internal power wiring and Add/Alt work)?
24. Whether detailed justification for underground cables, if provided in lieu of OH line is attached?
25. Whether provision of FLP fittings/switch gear etc, is made wherever required?
26. In case of buildings containing explosives, whether the scheme is designed after due consideration
of safety distances as per STEC Pamphlet No 7?
27. Whether UG cables are catered for road crossing in the areas where movement of cranes is frequent;
especially in factory areas. If not, whether extra high poles are provided in case of crossing by OH
lines?
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28. What is the Earth Resistivity of the soil? Whether it has been taken into account while deciding
number and types of Earthings?
29. Whether Thermal conductivity of soil has been determined where extensive use of UG cables is
advocated? Give value.
30. Whether the site is near a factory and the problem of excessive deposits of dust/coal ash on
insulators is likely to be encountered.
31. Whether the design of lighting protection is in accordance with ISI 2309 of 1969.
32. Whether the building drawings showing lighting protection system are attached?
33. Whether rates provided are in accordance with Estimating Data rates/SSR and if not whether details
in respect of lump sum amounts and rates are attached?
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