Safety Around Railroad Crossings

What is the approximate number of miles of railroad tracks in the United States?

• Over 140,000 miles

• More than 160,000 miles

• About 100,000 miles

• Nearly 120,000 miles

How many deaths are typically caused by train and motor vehicle collisions each year in the U.S.?

• Around 300

• Less than 150

• More than 200

• About 100

What is the primary cause of most train and vehicle collisions?

• Vehicle malfunctions

• Driver inattentiveness

• Poor weather conditions

• Faulty train signals

What is the weight of a locomotive approximately?

• 100 tons

• 400 tons

• 200 tons

• 300 tons

How long does it take for a 100-car freight train traveling at 55 mph to stop?

• Equivalent to 15 football fields

• Equivalent to 20 football fields

• Equivalent to 18 football fields

• Equivalent to 10 football fields

What percentage of U.S. railroad crossings are uncontrolled?

• Around 75%

• Nearly 50%

• More than 60%

• About 25%

What should you do if you see a train approaching at a crossing?

• Speed up to cross quickly

• Stop and wait for the train to pass

• Continue crossing

• Only stop if there is a gate

What is the correct behavior if following a vehicle with hazardous materials at a crossing?

• Expect the vehicle to stop and prepare to do the same

• Ignore the vehicle and cross

• Follow closely to save time

• Overtake the vehicle quickly

What does a round yellow warning sign at a railroad crossing signify?

• Train has passed

• No train is approaching

• Crossing is out of service

• Be prepared to stop if a train is approaching

What should you never do at a railroad crossing?

• Cross quickly

• Look both ways

• Stop on the tracks

• Listen for a train