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Always
expect a train. Trains operate on one or
more tracks at any time in either direction.
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Pay
attention at railroad crossings. Signs and
signals indicate where to stop and when
trains are coming. |
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Trains
cannot swerve or stop quickly. Passenger
trains traveling 80 mph take about 2,200
feet to stop or the length of seven football
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You
cannot judge the speed or distance of a
moving train. Moving trains create optical
illusions, appearing to move slower and
be farther away than they actually are. |
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Never
go around lowered crossing gates or through
flashing lights at railroad crossings. These
warning devices indicate a train is coming. |
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Do
not get caught on tracks. Be sure there
is room on the other side to completely
clear tracks before crossing. |
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Never
stop on tracks. If gates begin to lower,
continue crossing until you clear tracks. |
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If
your car stalls, immediately get out of
your car and away from the tracks. Call
911 for assistance. |
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Prepare
to stop behind school and commercial buses
and trucks carrying hazardous materials.
These vehicles must stop at railroad crossings. |
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Related
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NJ
TRANSIT - Additional safety tips and
information are available on this web page
which also includes safety information on
buses and light rail. |
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