**** Info via Operation Lifesaver
Do you know what these railway warning signs and signals mean? Give yourself a rail safety refresher.
SIGNS AND DEVICES
Whether you’re driving, cycling or walking, knowing what railway warning signs and devices mean—and how to act when you see them—is key to staying safe around railway crossings and tracks.
ROAD USERS
REMEMBER:
- Avoid distractions
- Be prepared to stop at all crossings
- Slow down, look both ways, and listen for oncoming trains
- Follow all railway warning signs and signals
- Cross at a 90° angle if crossing on a bike, as wheels can become stuck
- Check that there’s enough room for your vehicle on the other side of the tracks before crossing
- Never race a train
- Never stop on the tracks
PEDESTRIANS
