Engine On Load Scheme (EOL)

ENGINE ON LOAD SCHEME (EOL):

1. Objective:

i. Optimum utilization of rolling stock.

ii. To minimize the detention of wagons.

2. Engine on-load scheme has been implemented for the better utilization of wagons and for quick transportation of goods.

3. During the loading and unloading, the engine will remain in siding so that the train can be run immediately after the completion of these tasks.

4. The owner of the siding will have to choose this scheme and also sign the agreement.

5. All new siding will be brought under the EOL operation while giving 'RTC'.

6. Siding holders will have to develop loading / unloading facility and yard lay-out facility as per 'EOL' concept. Yard and terminal detention must be saved. The party will have to adopt a round the clock work system in its terminal.

7. Permissible free time:

8. Free time for demurrage charges will be less than normal rules so that the detention of wagons can be minimized.

9. If any additional time is allowed, then it will be applicable. Such as additional time for shunting etc.

10. The following provision shall be applicable for the siding working under 'EOL' Scheme-2013:-

i. The train engine can be utilized free of charge within the stipulated free time by the party. After the expiry of free time, the Engine Higher Charges will be taken.

ii. In case of Bulb type siding, freight will be charged on the basis of through distance up to specific loading and unloading point. No shunting or siding charges for haulage of wagons within the siding be loveable.

iii. Multiple pointing siding: Some siding serves new plants and old plants. If operation at one of the plant is covered under EOL norms, the siding can be notified as EOL siding with no cost of railway employee to the siding owner. However, the other benefits 'EOL' scheme would be applicable only for specific commodity and / or stocks handled in specified siding.

11. Suitable rest room facilities shall be provided for train crew by the siding owner.

12. Siding owner will also provide canteen facilities to the train crew on payment of charges as prescribed for their staff.