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The New Zealand Railways Magazine, Volume 3, Issue 9 (January 1, 1929)

“Safety First.”

“Safety First.”

“Safety First” is rigidly enforced in the working of this part of the railway system. Immediately after the departure of a train up the Incline the points of a runaway siding at the bottom of the grade are opened and not again set for the main line until the whistle of a descending train is heard. Telephones are situated at a number of points on the Incline, so that in case of a breakdown to a vehicle, prompt notice can be given to the stations at the top or bottom of the Incline. Considering the natural difficulties encountered and the arduous nature of the work of operation, it is a tribute to the efficiency of the officials and men of this section that no serious mishaps have occurred on the Incline since 1880.

Making up a Train for the Rimutaka Incline in Cross Creek Yard.

Making up a Train for the Rimutaka Incline in Cross Creek Yard.