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On a passenger r.r. the brakeman generally,but not always works the hind end of the train. He or she is the eyes and hands on a reverse move (if qualified) checking for switch line up,signals ,derails, crossing gates etc. They are also responsible for operating the doors, checking the platform as the train leaves the station,applying the hand brakes to the equipment when left in the yard,chocking wheels and anything else assingned to them by the conductor. They are a part of the team moving passengers safely across the road. A conductor and sometimes brakeman.
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