How has technology impacted the monitoring of duty hours for loco pilots in Indian Railways
Discuss the technological advancements used to monitor and provide rest to loco pilots after their trips.
- Introduction of Electronic Data Management Systems: Indian Railways have implemented electronic systems to record and monitor the duty hours of loco pilots accurately.
- GPS Tracking: Loco pilots' trains are equipped with GPS devices to track their movements and ensure they are adhering to prescribed work-rest schedules.
- Automated Alerts: Technologies trigger alerts to ensure loco pilots receive sufficient rest time between their trips to prevent fatigue-related accidents.
- Cloud-based Applications: Railway authorities use cloud-based platforms to access real-time data on loco pilots’ duty hours and rest periods.
- Biometric Systems: Some Indian Railways' depots have deployed biometric systems to accurately record the entry and exit times of loco pilots for duty hour tracking.
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