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We need to give inexperienced posters a break sometimes when they use incorrect terminology that regulars often misuse!
I thought the person opening and closing doors was a conductor or train manager? Many regular passengers would not know the difference between a 'train guard' and an RPI. They wear similar uniforms and carry similar equipment.The guards stand on the platform in order to open and close the doors safely. Not to collect revenue.
We need to give inexperienced posters a break sometimes when they use incorrect terminology that regulars often misuse!