Level crossings
You learn that a train always goes first, and you wait at the level crossing.
How to know who goes first
- Look for flashing red lights and barriers coming down.
- Stop at the line.
- Wait until the lights stop and the barriers go up.
A worked example
A, B and C wait at a level crossing. The barriers are down. A train is coming.
- Look at the barriers and the lights: they say a train is coming.
- The train goes first.
- A and the cyclist both wait for it.
More examples
An ambulance with blue lights comes to the crossing. The barriers are down.
- A train cannot stop for a blue light.
- The train goes first.
- After that the barriers go up, and then the ambulance may go.
The lights are flashing and the barriers are down. A second train may follow.
- Wait until the lights stop and the barriers are fully up.
- Look both ways, then go.
Watch out
You try to get across before the barrier comes down.
Never. Stop at the line when the lights start.
Tips
- Never drive onto the crossing unless the road beyond is clear.
- If your car stops on the crossing, get everyone out and away.
Why it works
A train cannot stop quickly or swerve. When the red lights flash and the barriers come down, you stop. You wait until the lights stop and the barriers go back up.