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That's why I walk whenever possible. Some engineers, yardmasters, trainmasters, etc. will gripe that you take too long, but better safe than sorry. And, oh by the way, who's in charge during shoving movements? The switchman/conductor directing the move of course, so it is imperative for old and new alike to remember to stop the movement if unsure. Some yard tracks are so rickety you feel like you could tip over and then SPLAT!!! So, it is a matter of using good judgement in each and every situation. As bad as it seems, UP has a logo they put on their right of ways that reads: "Ask yourself, What could go wrong?" That statement says it all for me when I go to work and before I make moves. Is that switch lined? Do I have a clear track? Is everyone in the clear? ETC. <br /> Riding cars is situational of course and sometimes it just has to be done. Some shove moves can go for a long distance, so it just isn't feasible to walk. I think some get in trouble at road crossings where we give the average person too much credit and assume they will stop. I've seen some pretty stupid things to know that I cannot trust any motorists including police!! [2c]
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