each train is manned by a total of four associates; an engineer, fireman, front conductor, and back conductor (position of back conductor may be eliminated with the operation of a scaled down train of three passenger cars, rather than the regular six). the engineer is in charge of the operation of the locomotive, while the fireman watches over the boiler pressure levels, and maintains the fire and water levels in the boiler. the front conductor is in the charge of the movement of the train, as well as the entertainment and wellbeing of the passengers aboard. additionally, each station must be manned by a station master who is responsible for the safety of passengers in the station, helping passengers load and unload, as well as keeping capacity.