Yardmaster of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad (Q104215120)
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| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Yardmaster of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad |
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General yard masters report to and receive instructions from the superintendent or such official as he may designate. They will have charge of yards, of the men therein employed, the movement of trains and engines, and the distribution and movement of cars within assigned limits. They must see that employees are in condition for the proper discharge of their duties.They must see that train crews and engines are ready for duty at the appointed time; that trains are properly made up and dispatched as directed; that proper waybills are furnished; that doors of all cars are properly secured; that cars are inspected and proper distribution made of those needing repairs; that cars are not unnecessarily delayed and that records and reports are made in accordance with instructions. ... Yard masters and assistant yard masters report to and receive instructions from the general yard master. When in direct charge of the yard they will assume the same responsibility and exercise the same supervision as general yard master. (English)