I like to imagine at night the wall pocket flips 180 and they have a small apartment. and then in the morning they all flip back around at the same time and they start working again
When there is a section of rail (five to eight feet approximately) that needs to be replaced in a hurry or in an emergency, those five guys are also the reason they're there.
@SNOWDROP10NYCTISALSOVERNONBLV thats the last place i wanna live, id be sleeping next to 600 volts that be a rude awakening if i touched it, id also have to deal with train sounds and people talking bad place to live
I wouldn't want a camera on top of me filming while I was trying to work either. Clever guy to put a stop to it with the bright glare from his flash light!
Filming people without reason can be considered rude or disrespect them, if they are on vacation or not in work it maybe fine, but in this case especially ppl in worker class filming them can be considered you looking down on them and you made them feel uncomfortable. Just respect other people doing their work.
You should note - for those that want to try this, not all of them are made for standing there. There are some that don't go as deep and if you try it you will get hit by the oncoming train.
The depth of the niches as shown here are an indicator of the thickness of the layers between the face of the steel frame for the station and the sidewall with the tiles. The farther away the distance, the wider the niche. When the Eighth Avenue subway was built, the section between 14th and 207th Streets apparently still used the 2" standard between face of steel frame and sidewall that was used for building the Dual Contracts sections of IRT and BMT stations in the 1910's and early '20's. It had gone up to 3.5" by the time the section between West 4th and what was then Chambers Street-Hudson Terminal was built, and by the time the Sixth Avenue line was built in the late 1930's that distance had increased further to a total of 7.5". (Info from old Engineering News-Records.)
The UK rail maintenance has a UA-cam channel, they seem to work on active lines too. One guy keeps an eye down the line and blows a horn when a train comes. I think it’s pretty common in a lot if not most countries. Roads and electricity networks are kept live also while work is being done on it. So why not on train lines.
Water Tester: I worked 11 years with BART (SF Bay Area Rapid Transit) as a train operator. If a section of track has a problem that needs immediate repair and service doesn't need to stop in order to allow it (i.e., it's not a dangerous situation), the trains continue to roll and workers move out of the way when necessary. As a train approaches, BART Central takes the train out of automatic mode and the train operator controls the train's movement until it is out of the work area. At that point the train returns to automatic mode. If the work needed is not that pressing, it waits until the system closes for the night. Just about every subway system does this, as do commuter and long distance railroads. This is far from unusual - it's commonplace.
Dam Pham the tube was first built in 1863, the new York subways first underground line was built in 1904 if that answers your question. London was the first underground system ever built and even if we are talking about deep level lines (eg 20m compared to 10m) the first deep level tube line was built in 1870 Edit: in summary, much older than the new York subway actually but TFL (transport for London) which are the operators are upgrading what they can. For example, we are building a whole new railway line that will go underground in the centre (search crossrail)
I know they are still building out there. I did fact check to see which was built first. It still does not compare to the size and scope of the NYC system. So I can imagine London should be much easier to maintain. Since it does not run 24/7.
MISINFORMATION I TELL YOU!!!!! the legendary subway workers (not the food kind) can jump between realities and their subways systems when their work is obstructed. thats how train lines are maintained on a multiverse level. well atleast acording to legend.
But these are simple recruits into the subway maintenance worker faction. They are yet to master their powers unlike their more heavily trained veteran comrades.
Negevs are for pros : There's usually a flag man at the end of the station to signal the train to stop if the track workers need to evacuate the tracks. That's why the train entered the station at a reduced speed.
Delia M Yes, There training is extensive....around 5 years of schooling for electricians, and they make BANK working on the tracks Also the guys that take overtime, confined spaces, ect. are making around $120+....This is what they do, There more likely to die by electrocution then by a train
Nuxf Official I have a uncle who worked for Mta They we’re doing track work.. and higher up forgot to turn of tracks and his toes got burnt off thank god it was just that.. so idc what kind of training they have one simple mistake that’s your ass.. so idc about all that money they make I’m sorry I just don’t have a good night 🤷🏽♀️
Reminds me of Superman when Lex Luthor pushed a button from his lair, and made the wall extend outward, pushing the cop out onto the tracks in front of the train. Lol
Pretty sure we have them here in Sydney, Australia too. I'm not sure if they use them that often. I'm pretty sure our train workers just shut down the entire train line if they need to work on them.
There are lots of places to go when there’s an on coming train... also ..you’re given a blue strobe to put on the tracks... that the conductors never stop for!!!! ;)
THATS what those holes on the wall are used for. They look so smug and chill as a massive train rummbles into the station and are no more then 1 fooraway from it
It is a good job those holes are in the wall for them to squeeze in, the subway should have had a platform on the other side though, maybe with lights and space and not on a railway track.
I have seen this hides in an old Superman movie where the police investigator was chasing a helper of Lex Luthor in a subway tunnel and a train was coming. The investigator took such a hide and Lex from inside his hide pressed a button and pushed the detective onto the tracks!
(1) There is a 5-foot (1.5-meter) difference between the railbed and the platform, thus "jumping onto the platform" is nearly humanly impossible, especially for someone of an average height, to do so without running the risk of falling onto the tracks and being crushed by the train or making contact with the third rail and being fried to death and then being crushed by the train. (2) That's what those niches were made for--the MTA is one of the few subway (metro) systems that run 24-hours a day, 7 days a week in the world and shutting down a line just to repair one component would bring an entire section of the city, if not the entire city, to a standstill. And (3) there is "one person working while others are looking" because of safety. If you have your head down and hammering in a pin, you cannot always hear the oncoming train--the other workers are there to watch for any oncoming dangers. It's called "safety first"--because if that worker were killed, his family could sue the MTA for millions simply because the other workers were not present to warn him (or her) of an oncoming danger. In other words, in the United States (for the most part) people's lives aren't put in danger just for a paycheck.
it's like a dangerous version of musical chairs
Alyssa Gangi Russian musical chairs
T OM i literally fell over laughing
Yess....
Alyssa Gangi XD HOLY SHIT IT IS!
Oh it is
I like to imagine at night the wall pocket flips 180 and they have a small apartment. and then in the morning they all flip back around at the same time and they start working again
Now that could be a cute short story. "The Workers in the Walls." Maybe?
Lol that guy "flashed" you.
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@@cameroncameron4274 🤣🤣🤣
Don't lean forward, don't lean forward, don't lean forward, don't lean forward, don't lean forward, don't lean forward, don't lean forward,
At least get something to hold onto!
Lean forward NO BALLS lol
2Edgy4ThisPlanet *leans forward*
lean backwards
*drops fidget spinner* *reaches when train comes*
And as the train approaches you realize you've chosen the one with a big spider nest in it.....
Felix Alvarez Lol hell to the no. I would have to play a quick game of musical chairs with the next person.
You gotta throw them under
just imagine a rat pops out, yuck
I love the way they’re so chill about it, like “Alright boys, train.”
Kinda like playing street hockey and someone yells "car!"
I like that the subway worker flashed his light at the guy filming cause who doesn't like unwanted filming when you're just trying to work.
Now I understand why there are those holes in the wall
They call this the suicide squad.
2:22 - Stop filming me!
Lmao
It’s like a hide and seek match
Train: WhhhhhHhhhhhhHhHHhherrrreee are you oh train fixer man?!
Repairmen: Teehehehee
Harambe Jr. srry bout ur dad man
My Snicker it’s all good G
Its a subway not a train
Harambe Jr. LOL true
IkBenTom it's the same thing
The same place graffiti writers go lol
:3 I spray paint furry porn
eli Alvarez Ramoooooooooo!!!!!!
David Skinner lmao
Dalton Chew i didn’t even know it was possible for someone to make graffitis even worse.
eli Alvarez you're all fuckin toys
LOL, i thought the cliche of "1 man working 5 standing" union city jobs was just a meme.
Andres Dow hahahah yea every time... one day I saw 1 man working like 10 standing 😂
Government workers don't work, thats why most of them are fat.
When there is a section of rail (five to eight feet approximately) that needs to be replaced in a hurry or in an emergency, those five guys are also the reason they're there.
Andres Dow one man working, 4supervisors. Get it right lol
project manager, assistant manager, supervisor, assistant supervisor, first aid and the worker.
*Oh my god could they not have made the dents slightly deeper?*
This is done intentionally to keep homeless out otherwise they would have a free apartment down there
@VERNONBLVJSCSONAVUNE On the 7 train and 6 train sounds like a lot of nyc apartments lol
@SNOWDROP10NYCTISALSOVERNONBLV thats the last place i wanna live, id be sleeping next to 600 volts that be a rude awakening if i touched it, id also have to deal with train sounds and people talking bad place to live
"typical" work crew. 1 guy actually doing the work while 5 stand around and watch lmao
TehHijack 😂😂😂
TehHijack actually those other guys are on break. They only get 2hr breaks inbetween every 15mins of hard work.
Disguised unemployment !!! Loool 😂😂😂
You must work in an office.
They better not be packing a beer belly.
😂😂😂😂
Knew the first time that I witnessed it....50+ years ago...
jcuski 50 likes and 50 years ago
rae sremmurd sremmurd 98 years old?
Hah! He pointed his torch at you. Amazing how aggressive he was.
Isaiah Orduña I die from laugh 😂😂😂
I wouldn't want a camera on top of me filming while I was trying to work either. Clever guy to put a stop to it with the bright glare from his flash light!
Some people don't like being filmed when there is no reason.
Filming people without reason can be considered rude or disrespect them, if they are on vacation or not in work it maybe fine, but in this case especially ppl in worker class filming them can be considered you looking down on them and you made them feel uncomfortable. Just respect other people doing their work.
Bullshit sissy excuses.
He shines a light in your eyes 😂
You should note - for those that want to try this, not all of them are made for standing there. There are some that don't go as deep and if you try it you will get hit by the oncoming train.
The power of being skinny
@@KatieHuniyour jaw though
Real dangerous stuff here much respect to you guys and gals love y’all stay safe thanks for keeping this city running .
he was pointing the torch at you when the F train comes no way
Ikr lol
The depth of the niches as shown here are an indicator of the thickness of the layers between the face of the steel frame for the station and the sidewall with the tiles. The farther away the distance, the wider the niche. When the Eighth Avenue subway was built, the section between 14th and 207th Streets apparently still used the 2" standard between face of steel frame and sidewall that was used for building the Dual Contracts sections of IRT and BMT stations in the 1910's and early '20's. It had gone up to 3.5" by the time the section between West 4th and what was then Chambers Street-Hudson Terminal was built, and by the time the Sixth Avenue line was built in the late 1930's that distance had increased further to a total of 7.5". (Info from old Engineering News-Records.)
When I was young I didn't know what the spaces were for but thank you for showing this
I would be freeking if the power went out standing their
lmao
I'm glad you have the nerves and skills for that job.
That is too funny! I didn’t know what those grooves were for, now I do! Great catch!
Repairing stuff on tracks in service? America..
New York subways operate 24/7. They don't have the luxury of waiting until the system shuts down at night.
The UK rail maintenance has a UA-cam channel, they seem to work on active lines too. One guy keeps an eye down the line and blows a horn when a train comes. I think it’s pretty common in a lot if not most countries. Roads and electricity networks are kept live also while work is being done on it. So why not on train lines.
Don Hicky that's what happens in most countries, it's called taking an alternative route
Don Hicky no here in the uk they sometimes use a replacement bus service
Water Tester: I worked 11 years with BART (SF Bay Area Rapid Transit) as a train operator. If a section of track has a problem that needs immediate repair and service doesn't need to stop in order to allow it (i.e., it's not a dangerous situation), the trains continue to roll and workers move out of the way when necessary. As a train approaches, BART Central takes the train out of automatic mode and the train operator controls the train's movement until it is out of the work area. At that point the train returns to automatic mode. If the work needed is not that pressing, it waits until the system closes for the night. Just about every subway system does this, as do commuter and long distance railroads. This is far from unusual - it's commonplace.
safety niches....
This looks so low tech compared to other cities like London etc.
Ethano williamo It looks.
Pretty much all US infrastructure is primitive, outdated and badly maintained.
And how much younger is the London subway system again?
Dam Pham the tube was first built in 1863, the new York subways first underground line was built in 1904 if that answers your question. London was the first underground system ever built and even if we are talking about deep level lines (eg 20m compared to 10m) the first deep level tube line was built in 1870
Edit: in summary, much older than the new York subway actually but TFL (transport for London) which are the operators are upgrading what they can. For example, we are building a whole new railway line that will go underground in the centre (search crossrail)
I know they are still building out there. I did fact check to see which was built first. It still does not compare to the size and scope of the NYC system. So I can imagine London should be much easier to maintain. Since it does not run 24/7.
Know wonder why they have those indents in the stations
Spelled incident wrong
And most of them fell of and could not get up, or just plain hammmered
No he didn't, an indent is a small recessed area like what you saw.
Growing up I always imagined those spots they went in like if they were secret doors
That's right folks. It's not just for actors who fight in the subway. It's for real hard working heroes that keep our subways going. God bless them.
yes
thanks for sharing that
God that must be nerve racking. 😣
One man works, and the rest looks on.
MISINFORMATION I TELL YOU!!!!!
the legendary subway workers (not the food kind) can jump between realities and their subways systems when their work is obstructed.
thats how train lines are maintained on a multiverse level.
well atleast acording to legend.
But these are simple recruits into the subway maintenance worker faction. They are yet to master their powers unlike their more heavily trained veteran comrades.
Summary of the comment section:
1. That sucks if your fat.
2. Why didn't they just get back on the platform?
3. Why didn't they shut the line down?
Negevs are for pros 1. yeah
2. it’s fun
3. they can’t afford closing down the subway in a place like new york
they cant shut the line down every time a nail needs hammering
omg the negev is so fucking op right now I hate it... so many noobs using it in comp with no skill.. ahh
Negevs are for pros : There's usually a flag man at the end of the station to signal the train to stop if the track workers need to evacuate the tracks. That's why the train entered the station at a reduced speed.
You're not your!
NO WAY I'M DOING THAT!!
Jason Gafar agree but they get top pay the get like 35 a hour but between the rats and this shit I’ll pass nooooo bueno
Delia M NY electricians and other steel workers that work on the track get payed way more then $35/h....try like $80 and up considering conditions
Nuxf Official but is it worth your life I think not
Delia M Yes, There training is extensive....around 5 years of schooling for electricians, and they make BANK working on the tracks
Also the guys that take overtime, confined spaces, ect. are making around $120+....This is what they do, There more likely to die by electrocution then by a train
Nuxf Official I have a uncle who worked for Mta They we’re doing track work.. and higher up forgot to turn of tracks and his toes got burnt off thank god it was just that.. so idc what kind of training they have one simple mistake that’s your ass.. so idc about all that money they make I’m sorry I just don’t have a good night 🤷🏽♀️
Reminds me of Superman when Lex Luthor pushed a button from his lair, and made the wall extend outward, pushing the cop out onto the tracks in front of the train. Lol
Thanks on the video!! I always wonder that !!! 😮☺
You pretty much answered the question with the thumbnail
I've traveled the NYC subways many times and I always wondered what those cutouts were for. Mystery solved.
I would be too scared to do something like that. Didn't know that the workers who repaired train tracks and stuff had to do that. Wow!
This look like one of those mission you go on call of duty where you gotta be stealthy
Awesome job!
2:22: Lady’s and Gentlemen we got em
LMAO😂😂
5 watching 1 working. Hats off.
I'm claustrophobic. This is definitely not a job for me.
That's terrifying to be that close 😰😰
One guy hammering. Two holding flashlights. And three more watching....
This is the deadly version of musical chairs
They've got some serious balls to work that close to a live conductor rail...
So like every single clip on those movies where the guy disappears behind the bus or train
Cool
Pretty sure we have them here in Sydney, Australia too. I'm not sure if they use them that often.
I'm pretty sure our train workers just shut down the entire train line if they need to work on them.
*THIS VID REMINDS ME OF THE GUY WHO SHOUT "GET OUT OF THE FENCE*
wow..... amazing!
I like how anywhere on earth, in construction work, it's always one guy working and seven guys watching him.
I think they are there to observe
As long as Lex Luthor doesn't push that button to push you out in front of the train. We've seen these subway alcoves in a few movies.
Great Design Choice
Cool, thanks.
I knew it because of a Reddit post about this!
Idea:Fast Q train approaches at Atlantic Avenue-Barclay Center and a 10 year old boy goes to safe zone before it kills him
That moment a kid looks out of the window on that side of the train, momma there’s a guy in the wall!!!!
I'd think that they would just jump onto the platform
There are lots of places to go when there’s an on coming train... also ..you’re given a blue strobe to put on the tracks... that the conductors never stop for!!!! ;)
THATS what those holes on the wall are used for. They look so smug and chill as a massive train rummbles into the station and are no more then 1 fooraway from it
Learn something new everyday 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃
1 doing the work. 1 holding the light. 3 watching
I wish that one of them would be waving before the train passed like “bye guys 👋👋!”
its like musical chairs but more deadly.
wow, in all my years as a newyorker from birth, ive never seen subway workers do that.
Huh, never knew that's what those niches were for. I've never wondered about their purpose either, tbh.
Cool 👍🏻good to know
One of those workers is going to accidentally be teleported to station 9 3/4s. 😆
And knowing is half the Battle.
It is a good job those holes are in the wall for them to squeeze in, the subway should have had a platform on the other side though, maybe with lights and space and not on a railway track.
"Should we make these indents a little deeper?"
"I don't get paid enough to make these deeper"
I think it’s done like that because they don’t want a rat infestation and homeless people in there which causes delays if left unchecked
I'll be that one guy who high fives the train while it pass😂😂😂😂
It looks so dangerous! Especially when they crossed the third rail.
No.
Just. No.
Those Cubbyholes aren't deep enough, wtf.
One of those fast moving Express trains could suck one right out of those things O.O
I have seen this hides in an old Superman movie where the police investigator was chasing a helper of Lex Luthor in a subway tunnel and a train was coming. The investigator took such a hide and Lex from inside his hide pressed a button and pushed the detective onto the tracks!
Wow, that's cool!
When I was a little girl I used to wonder if there were secret doorways where those men are standing on the wall
It's like survive a speeding wall but the train is a lot slower
F train: YO WHERE U AT?
workers: Nowhere
“If you don’t get a seat, your out!”
Lastknown 1 day ago)
Like a scary game
How many new yorkers does it take to screw in a light bulb?
Ben Joseph 0
1 : ur mummy
Apparently not enough.
10 New Yorkers to change a light bulb.
48 million
One guy working 5 guys standing around watching.
Looks just like dixie highway louisville kentucky repairs.
1 guy workin.. 5 guys standing around.
Highway still not finished.
Now I know what that little thing was for
I asked this question when I was high one time...
If you faint, you are toast
That seems scary but fun
It's like the scene from Superman...
*Train passed Respect +*
Is there no voltage on the power track?
(1) There is a 5-foot (1.5-meter) difference between the railbed and the platform, thus "jumping onto the platform" is nearly humanly impossible, especially for someone of an average height, to do so without running the risk of falling onto the tracks and being crushed by the train or making contact with the third rail and being fried to death and then being crushed by the train. (2) That's what those niches were made for--the MTA is one of the few subway (metro) systems that run 24-hours a day, 7 days a week in the world and shutting down a line just to repair one component would bring an entire section of the city, if not the entire city, to a standstill. And (3) there is "one person working while others are looking" because of safety. If you have your head down and hammering in a pin, you cannot always hear the oncoming train--the other workers are there to watch for any oncoming dangers. It's called "safety first"--because if that worker were killed, his family could sue the MTA for millions simply because the other workers were not present to warn him (or her) of an oncoming danger. In other words, in the United States (for the most part) people's lives aren't put in danger just for a paycheck.
rip
First thing I thought was why not make those indents a little deeper? Even 3 or 4 inches would be good.