What action is recommended at a railroad crossing with signs or signals that require stopping?

What action is recommended at a railroad crossing with signs or signals that require stopping?

• A. Speed through
• B. Slow, look both ways, and stop if required; cross only when clear.
• C. Honk and proceed
• D. Stop anywhere

Answer: (B)

When you reach a railroad crossing that has a sign or signal requiring you to stop, your priority is to stop as directed and only move again when the crossing is clear. This rule exists because trains can come from either direction and can be closer and faster than they appear, so rushing through is extremely dangerous. Approach the crossing slowly, then come to a complete stop if the sign or signal requires it. After stopping, look both ways along the tracks and listen for any approaching trains. Cross only when you have a clear view and there is enough room on the other side to clear the tracks completely. If the signals indicate a train is near or the gates are down, stay stopped until it’s safe to proceed. This habit—slow down, stop if required, check both directions, and cross only when clear—keeps you and others safer at crossings.

When you reach a railroad crossing that has a sign or signal requiring you to stop, your priority is to stop as directed and only move again when the crossing is clear. This rule exists because trains can come from either direction and can be closer and faster than they appear, so rushing through is extremely dangerous.

Approach the crossing slowly, then come to a complete stop if the sign or signal requires it. After stopping, look both ways along the tracks and listen for any approaching trains. Cross only when you have a clear view and there is enough room on the other side to clear the tracks completely. If the signals indicate a train is near or the gates are down, stay stopped until it’s safe to proceed. This habit—slow down, stop if required, check both directions, and cross only when clear—keeps you and others safer at crossings.