Just general things which people taking photographs either on the train or following the train are expected to follow. Most are just common sense things and are intended to keep you out of danger.

Taking photos on the train: Please watch out for obstructions like signal posts, electric overhead and other trains if you want to lean out from the train. It isn't advisable to lean out, since the trains are usually travelling at a fair speed and your head would be the loser in any collision. Sticking any part of your body outside a moving train is a fineable offence and against Railway laws.

DON'T climb up on carriages or the locomotive when the train is moving, or at any other time. If you must (just for that perfect photo) when the train is stopped, please get permission first. This applies to signal masts, station equipment and especially overhead catenary .

When the train is at a station, you must get out of the train on the station side. Some destinations only have short platforms so the train will make a series of stops at the platform to allow everyone off.

If you get out on the wrong side of the train (the non-platform side) or board the train from this side, you may not be covered by any insurance, and the Officer in Charge may take offence.

While the engine is watering, or running around the train, please stand clear of where it might move. This includes the rear end too. Listen for any announcements that might be made and please follow them. Remember, Society and Queensland Rail Officials have the final say on where you can or can't go, for your own safety.

Be polite to other people - don't walk through their photographs and so forth.

If you are following the train by car, remember that Queensland Transport Road Rules apply - seatbelts, speed limits, no dangerous driving etc. Video-ers - have someone else drive the car. The number of times #$%^%#^ stupid fools have been seen videoing while driving with one hand (or none) is unbelievable - Don't be a road statistic.

Don't try to beat the train through a level crossing - The train will win - you won't. The preserved locos we use are also rather expensive to repair as well.

Try to plan your photo sites in advance and take an up-to-date road map. Nothing spoils a rail-fanning trip more than losing the train (and your general location)

When entering or leaving a photo stop, watch out for others. (Though it does look funny watching all these people converge on one site, then have a 3-Stooges style exit )