Basic Training Manual for Brakemen and Switchmen
Published by Railway Education Bureau
Seller: Arizona Hobbies LLC, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.Arizona Hobbies LLC
AbeBooks seller since March 14, 2002
Condition: New
US$ 17.95
Quantity: 4 available
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As a career railroader, this book truly gives the basic foundation for being a safe trainman. Safe work practices can never be over-emphasized.This updated book is a reference for new employees to learn the basics of being a Brakeman or Switchman quickly. Updated as of 2008, with input from the BNSF Railway, this book reflects modern safety practices.Outlined are the basic responsibilities of brakemen and switchmen by keeping safety in the forefront of their duties. It is an excellent training guide for new employees. Contents: Introduction (general responsibilities, apparel, awareness), pp. 3—11 Railroad Engines and Cars (diagrams of components, car types), pp. 12—20 Communications (radio, hand/lantern, fusees, whistle/horn signals), pp. 21—28 Getting On and Off Equipment, pp. 29—36 Track Switches (components, lining, derails), pp. 37—46 Coupling and Uncoupling Equipment, pp. 47—53 Air Hoses, pp. 54—61 Air Brakes and Hand Brakes, pp. 62—72 Additional Information (more safety information), pp. 73—82.Simmons-Boardman, 82 pages, spiral bound, 8.5 x 4.5 in. format, many diagrams supplemented by text. Features: New Spiral Bound Simmons-Boardman Simmons-Boardman.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Basic Training Manual for Brakemen and Switchmen
- Publisher
- Railway Education Bureau
- Condition
- New
- Seller catalogs
- Railway Education Bureau
Arizona Hobbies LLC
Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since March 14, 2002
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Item | 2 to 12 business days | 2 to 6 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 7.95 | US$ 18.00 |
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Arizona Hobbies LLC mostly sells NEW railroad books and NEW train videos Railroad Maps and Atlases since 1999. We also sell quality USED railroad books, and the listing will state when the title is USED. You can buy NEW titles direct from me for less than many booksellers sell used copies advertised on the Internet. I charge more for shipping because your orders are well-packaged in sturdy boxes and mailers. I have had only six lost and six damaged shipments since 1999. My web store is the best on the Internet to find the titles you're looking for. Don't wonder if your order's been shipped, USPS tracking numbers are provided. Highball to www.arizonahobbies.com!…
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Railroad Books, Used Railroad Books, Railroad Atlases and Maps, Model Railroad Books, Train Videos, Model Railroad VideosSeller's business information
Arizona Hobbies LLC
8075 E. Research Ct. Ste. 104
Tucson, AZ U.S.A. 85710
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99% of my listings are NEW BOOKS still in the printers shrink wrap. Defective DVDs will be replaced by the same title if available. Since most of my books are in NEW CONDITION opened and thumbed through titles become used and up to a 20 percent re-stocking/used charge will apply. Return shipping costs will be the customer's responsibility.
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