There isn't anyplace where it would be an issue on a platform I don't think since there aren't any sharp right curve platforms (trains straighten out enough at BC), In other areas, issue number one would probably be solved with "workarounds". For instance if a train is parked coming out of the Reservoir Yard heading into Boston, the operator of the second car (and you are supposed to have two operators onboard when coming out of the yard), can enter through the middle door (assuming that these cars have key access at all doors like the 8s but not like the 7s). Also simple enough to not allow stopping of trains on that curve and having all operators board on Track 1 and Track 2. If there is an absolute red flag due to emergency evacuation, then things might get problematic. Although off the top of my head, the only sharp right curve is maybe Boylston? Obviously this incident must have happened somewhere. My guessing is in Riverside Yard? So if it's only a problem in the yards that may be a way to allow passenger use on the lines.
Concerning the styling, I was always shocked that Pininfarina had anything to do with the Type 8 and even put their name on the side of that thing!
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