Rail Yard Engineer how-to
How to Inspect a Locomotive Before Use
Inspections catch defects.
Quick answer
Inspections catch defects. In short: check; check; check, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Check fuel and oil.
Check brakes.
Check horn and bell.
Check lights.
Check paperwork.
Report defects.
Safety reminders for rail yard engineers
- Use three-step protection
- Keep radio contact
- Follow speed limits in yards
- Wear PPE
Key terms
Switching · Cut of cars · Shove · Coupling · Hump yard · Hostler: see the full rail yard engineer glossary.