AS A MOTORIST

Be prepared to stop at the crossing

Slow down, look both ways, and listen

Understand the signs and warning devices

Check that you have enough room on the other side of the tracks for your vehicle to cross safely

Never race a train

Never stop on tracks

 As a Motorist

AS A PEDESTRIAN

Stay alert—it is easy to get distracted, especially by phones, music, and conversation

Stop, look both ways, and listen

Follow all signs and instructions

Cross tracks only at designated pedestrian or roadway crossings

Cross quickly, never stop on the tracks

Cross at a 90° angle if crossing with a bike, stroller, or wheelchair, as your wheels can become stuck

  As a Pedestrian

AT A PASSIVE CROSSING (without active warning devices)

Be extra cautious as passive crossings do not have flashing lights and gates

Be prepared to stop
at the crossing

Slow down, look both 
ways, and listen

Understand the signs

Never race a train

Never stop on tracks

 At a Passive Crossing

IN AN EMERGENCY AT A GRADE CROSSING

Locate the blue and white Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign at the grade crossing

Call the railroad for help – use the  phone number on the sign 

Tell the dispatcher your location by providing the crossing identification number on the sign 

Tell the dispatcher what the emergency is 

Move at least 15 feet away from the railroad tracks

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