Policeman: Engines going on public roads must have their wheels covered and a cowcatcher in front to protect people and animals from being dragged under the wheels if they stray onto the line. [directly to Thomas] You haven't, so you are dangerous! Driver: Rubbish! We've been along here hundreds of times and never had an accident! Policeman: That makes it worse. [he writes "Regular Law Breaker" in his notebook as Thomas exits]