LIVE CASE STUDY : KILAMBAKKAM-SERVICES
Where in Kilambakkam:
Located near the emergency exit zone, adjacent to the bus
depot area, clearly marked as "Fuel Filling – 0.54 Acres" on the
southeastern edge of the terminus.
It is strategically placed away from public/passenger zones
for safety and efficient service movement.
Standards Followed:
Minimum area: 0.54 acres (as per layout)
Bay size: Typically 4.5 m wide × 18 m long per bus bay
Tanks: Underground diesel tanks with double containment
and leak detection sensors
Dispensers: Electronic diesel dispensing units with auto
shut-off systems
Safety:
30 m minimum distance from terminal buildings and
passenger areas
Flameproof lighting and signage
Equipped with Class B fire extinguishers, sand buckets,
and emergency cut-off switches
Spill containment systems and emergency drainage
paths
LIVE CASE STUDY : KILAMBAKKAM-SERVICES
Maintenance Pit / Service Bay
This area includes:
Maintenance pits for underbody inspection and repairs
Oil change zones
Light mechanical service bays
Where in Kilambakkam:
Located inside the MTC Bus Depot (9.91 acres) on the
western side of the terminus
Near the Mofussil/MTC buses from Chennai lane
Strategically placed away from the main passenger
terminal for safety and operational efficiency
Standards Followed:
Pit length: 12–15 meters (to accommodate standard bus
length)
Pit width: 1–1.2 meters (sufficient for worker access)
Depth: 1.4–1.5 meters (for underbody access)
Construction:
Reinforced concrete structure
Non-slip steps or ramps for safe worker entry
LIVE CASE STUDY : KOYEMBEDU- SERVICES
Location:
The fuel filling station is located towards the
Fuel Filling Station (Diesel Bunk)
northern part of the bus depot, isolated from the
passenger area.
It's a dedicated IOC (Indian Oil Corporation) outlet
inside the Koyambedu bus terminal campus.
Purpose:
Used for refueling MTC and SETC buses (diesel-
powered).
Ensures buses are refueled on-site for faster
turnaround and operational efficiency.
Safety & Design Standards:
Underground fuel tanks with proper spill
containment
Fire-resistant construction
24x7 CCTV and supervision
Safety signage and LED indicators
Minimum distance: 30 meters from any
passenger or public area (as per PESO norms)
Code Reference: PESO (Petroleum and Explosives
Safety Organization), NFPA, and IOC depot standards.
LIVE CASE STUDY : KOYEMBEDU- SERVICES Location in Koyambedu:
Located on the western side of the terminus, near
the MTC (Metropolitan Transport Corporation)
Maintenance Pit (Service Bay) depot section.
Dedicated maintenance zones are provided
separately from public circulation and passenger
areas for safety.
Purpose:
Used for routine inspection, oil change, and
minor/major mechanical repairs of buses.
Buses are driven over a pit, allowing mechanics to
work from below the vehicle safely.
Standards:
Length: 12–15 meters (to suit standard bus length)
Width: 0.9–1.2 meters
Depth: 1.4–1.6 meters (enough for standing and
working comfortably)
Ventilation: Natural or mechanical ventilation
(exhaust fans)
Safety: Anti-slip surfaces, guardrails when not in
use, and fire extinguisher access
Code Reference: As per CPWD norms, MoRTH & IRC
bus depot guidelines.
LIVE CASE STUDY : KOYEMBEDU- SERVICES
Location in Koyambedu:
Located on the western side of the terminus, adjacent to the
Washing Station
fuel station and maintenance shed.
Placed in the service zone, isolated from the main passenger
movement areas for operational efficiency and hygiene..
Purpose:
Used for external cleaning of buses, especially long-distance
mofussil and MTC buses.
Ensures fleet hygiene and removes accumulated dust, dirt,
and grease before buses re-enter passenger areas.
Standards:
Bay Length: 12–15 meters (to accommodate full-size buses)
Bay Width: 3.5–4.0 meters
Drainage Slope: 1:100 for effective water runoff
Water Supply: Overhead/underground tanks with pressure
pumps
Drainage System: Equipped with oil interceptors and silt traps
to prevent clogging and pollution
Safety Measures:
Anti-slip surface on the wash floor
Adequate lighting
Signage for safety and usage
