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CONDUCTOR REFRESHER TRAINING PROGRAMTRAINING PROGRAM

1623 CNG LOW ENTRY -HCBS 1623 CNG LOW ENTRY HCBS

Responsibility of ConductorsResponsibility of Conductors

Knowledge of salient feature of the Vehicle

What is to be maintained

Initial Preparations of the vehicleInitial Preparations of the vehicle

Knowledge of all emergencies exits

K l d f f Fi ti i hKnowledge of uses of Fire extinguisher

Ensure cleaning of the vehicle

Safety of the passengers in Bus

Salient Features of the vehicle

LPO 1623 CNG LOW ENTRY HIGH

Passenger related features:

CAPACITY BUS

LOWER VEHICLE EMISSION

SPACIOUS, WELL LIT AND VENTILATED INTERIORS

ELECTRONIC DESTINATION BOARD FORDISPLAYING DESTINATION AND ROUTENUMBER

TWO LARGE DOUBLE LEAF PNEUMATICDOORS AT FRONT AND REAR

DOORS WITH SENSITIVITY MECHANISM

P l t d f t• PNEUMATIC SUSPENSION AT

FRONT AND REAR FOR RIDING COMFORT

Passenger related features:

OF PASSENGERS

• STOP REQUEST BUTTON FOR PASSENGERS

• MOBILE CHARGER

• AC WITH HEATING ARRANGEMENT

• AIR CURTAIN

• HAND GRIPS ON THE UPPER GRAB HANDLE FOR STANDING PASSANGERS

• KNEELING , RAMP,WHEEL CHAIR CONSTRAINT SYSTEM FOR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PERSON

Safety related features:

• EMERGENCY DOOR , WINDOWSAND ROOF HATCH AT REAR ANDAND ROOF HATCH AT REAR ANDFRONT END

• SAFETY BELT• SAFETY BELT

• FIRE EXTINGUISHER

• EMERGENCY EXIT SWITCHES FOR PASSANGER DOOR

Safety related features:

GAS LEAK INDICATORS

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VEHICLE SPEED LIMITATION

• ELECTRICAL BATTERYCUT C C CUOFF SWITCH

STICKERS – PRIORITY, IDENTIFICATION AND GUIDANCE INFORMATIONFOR PASSENGERS.

Driver related features:• POWER STEERING, AUTOMATIC

GEAR BOX FOR COMFORTABLE AND SAFE DRIVING

• FULL FORWARD CONTROL SYSTEM AND WIDER SCREEN FOR BETTER DRIVER VISIBILITY

• RETARDER ( AUXILIARY BRAKING SYSTEM )

• ADJUSTABLE DRIVER SEAT

• DRIVER BARRICADE TO STOP PASSANGER INTRUISON IN DRIVER’S AREA

Driver related features:• MULTIPLEX SYSTEM

• COCK-PIT TYPE DASHBOARD WITH HMI LCD SCREEN, WARNING INDICATORS, SWITCHES AND GAUGES.

• CAT-CON OVERHEAT INDICATOR

• DRIVER / CONDUCTOR BOX, PUC HOLDER

Conductor Checks: Initial preparation of the vehicle before starting.p p g

CNG filling- Receptacle flap

Receptacle cap

Check and ensure that the Receptacle cap is intact andCheck and ensure that the Receptacle cap is intact and functional.

Check pressure of CNG in high pressure gauge If the readings of gasCheck pressure of CNG in high pressure gauge. If the readings of gas pressure line after parking at night and before starting in the morning

are different, it indicates leakage

Check Pressure of Low pressure gauge. If it is in red zone, get the HPR checked.

Check battery electrolyte level , visible through transparent container . Ensure that battery cut off switch is in ON positionEnsure that battery cut off switch is in ON position.

Ensure safety key in the engine compartment at rear , is in ON y y g p ,position

Check lube oil level in Engine . top up if necessary. Rectify, if any lube oil leakage is there. Keep the engine compartment clean so that any leakage of coolant / oilgKeep the engine compartment clean so that any leakage of coolant / oil

can be easily visible.

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Check for oil level in the transparent power steering hydraulic oil reservoir. ItCheck for oil level in the transparent power steering hydraulic oil reservoir. It should not be less than MIN. level .

Ladder

Ensure that the ladder is stored in its place for checking the CNG cylinders provided at the roof top.

Service indicatorLocation of the air filter assy.

Check Service indicator fiited near the air filter . If red band appears, get the air filter cartridge replaced.

Ensure that all the access flaps at rear and side of the bus body are securely closed and locked

Ensure that all the inspection windows on the bus floor are closed and locked.

Fire Extinguishers:

Ensure that Safety item like fire extinguisher is stored properly in its place. .

Ramp operation

Ramp operation is to be done manually at specified halt zones

Wheel Chair Ramp

Ramp operation is to be done manually at specified halt zones for up-loading wheel chairs.

Emergency Exits:Two Emergency Exits are provided in the bus.

Emergency door exteriorexterior view

Emergency exit door is provided on the RH side for emergency exit.

Side window behind front axle on RH side isEmergency Exit. This window is ejectable type. Twopull levers are provided on this, by pulling theselevers the window shall fall out and the aperture canEmergency

door be used as Emergency Exit.For opening the Emergency exit door: break openthe plastic cover, operate the lever and push out thedoor.

door Interior view

Roof hatch is provided in the rear raised floor area, which can be usedRoof hatch is provided in the rear raised floor area, which can be used as Emergency Exit in case of any emergency

Emergency Exit switches for Service Doors

ExternalExternal Switch

The JK doors are provided with Emergency Exit switches both on Inside and Outside of the bus. Once the buttons are pressed the air pressure in the door system falls off. Now pull open the doors manually using the handles

Internal Switch

doors manually using the handles.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• CNG is highly inflammable. Keep all sources of ignition / spark / flame away from the vehicle .

• Close all the CNG cylinder valves, close 3 way valve and burn complete CNG present in the pipeline by starting the engine before removing any gas

t i t ldi j bcomponent or carrying out welding job.

• Also ensure that the battery cut off switch is inOFF position .

• Ensure that there is no passenger on board whilerefilling CNG in the vehicle .

E fitti f th t l ft filli CNG i th hi l• Ensure refitting of the receptacle cap after refilling CNG in the vehicle .

• Ensure that all the CNG cylinder valves are openbefore filling of CNG in the vehicle.

• Do not fill CNG in the cylinder at more than 200 bars pressure .

• Ensure that the CNG high pressure gauge , low pressure gauge and dash board CNG indicator are properly functional.

f• While working on the engine , ensure that the safety keyprovided near the engine should be in OFF position

• Use Safety key during inspection of engineid l kicompartment to prevent accidental cranking

of the engine .

• Check the contents of the first aid box .

• Before towing a disabled vehicle, disconnect the driveline or pull out axle shafts or tow with rear wheels suspendedwith rear wheels suspended .

• Use wheel chair restraint mechanism to restrain wheel chair.Use wheel chair restrain mechanism to restrain wheel chairUse wheel chair restrain mechanism to restrain wheel chairand its occupant before starting the vehicle.

Emergency Guidelines

• Open both the pneumatic doors to evacuate passengers .Use emergency switch near the doors , to open if required .

External

• If required , open the emergency door andwindow for faster evacuation of the passengers .

Internal Switch

Switch

• Rotate the 3 way valve to theCLOSED position .

• Turn the battery cut off switch ‘OFF’ynear the battery .

• Use the fire extinguisher , if required .g , q

• Call the Fire Brigade , if necessary .

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Actions to be taken by Driver /conductor during Emergency

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If smoke or fire is observed in the bus take following actions. Stop the vehicle immediately by road side

5 If d i i h d i h1. Bring it to Neutral

2. Apply parking brakes

3. Operate Passenger doors with door switches and ask passengers to leave the bus

5. If doors are not operating with door switches then pull the air blocking valve and ask passengers to pull open the doors for exit

6. Go out and switch of battery cut off switchand ask passengers to leave the bus

4. Switch off the Battery Cut Off switch 7. Close CNG supply valve

8. Use fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire

Actions to be taken by Conductor / Passengers during Emergency

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5 6 7 8

If smoke or fire is observed in the bus conductor/passenger should take following actions.

1. Locate the emergency exit switches near both front & rear passenger doors

2. Open the cover of the emergency exit switch

3 Press the red button

5. Insert the hand in the cover of the emergency door handle.

6. Pull the cover to break it

7 Pull the handle3. Press the red button

4. Pull open the Door

7. Pull the handle

8. Push the door to open

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Actions to be taken by Conductor / Passengers during Emergency

5 6 7 8

If smoke or fire is observed in the bus conductor/passenger should take following actions.

1. Locate the emergency window handle on the right hand side second window

2. Pull the levers down

3 Push the window out from the middle section

5. Locate the fire extinguisher behind the last row of passenger seats.

6. Pull the cover of fire extinguisher.

7 Remove the fire extinguisher3. Push the window out from the middle section

4. Completely push the window to drop

7. Remove the fire extinguisher

8. Shake and operate to extinguish the fire

Actions to be taken from outside the bus

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5 6 7 8

If smoke or fire is observed in the bus following action can be taken from outside:

1. Locate the emergency exit switches near both front & rear passenger doors

2. Break the cover of the emergency exit switch

5. Locate the handle of emergency door.

6. Break the glass with some object such as stone, brick etc.

3. Press the red button

4. Push open the Door7. Operate the handle

8. Pull the door to open

Elements of fire

• Fuel• Combustible substance in the form of vapour• Combustible substance in the form of vapour,

Liquid or Solid.• Heat

A S f I iti ffi i t t i iti t d• A Source of Ignition sufficient to initiate and propagate the Chemical Reaction of Combustion.

• Oxygen• Oxygen content in atmospheric Air in sufficient

proportion to form a combustible Vapour-Air mixture

HOW TO EXTINGUISH FIRE?

• * STAND OPP. DIRECTION OF THE AIR• * ATTACK ON THE BASE OF FIRE

HOW TO EXTINGUISH FIRE?

PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF A FIREPROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE

1. If you discover a fire raise the alarm immediately. operate the nearest break glass call point

2. If you have been trained and feel that it is safe to do so, attempt to fight the fire i th i t id dusing the equipment provided.

3. Do not put yourself at any personal risk. If you find yourself using more than one extinguisher – leave.

4 If you are not capable of fighting a fire – leave4. If you are not capable of fighting a fire leave.5. If you cannot deal with the fire, evacuate immediately. 6. Ensure that no-one is left in your area and close any doors behind you7. Do not stop to collect personal belongings8. Play your part in the roll call so you are safely accounted for.

If your clothes catch firey

• Don't run around, you'll fan the flames and make them burn faster.• Lie down and roll around. It makes it harder for the fire to spread

and smothers the flamesand smothers the flames.• Smother the flames with a heavy material, like a coat, blanket or a

fire blanket.STOP! DROP! ROLL• STOP! DROP! ROLL