Definition
A level crossing is the at-grade intersection between a road or path and a railway line. It may be protected (with barriers and lights) or unprotected (only marked by the Saint Andrew's cross sign). Trains always have absolute priority.
Key facts
- Trains always have absolute priority over any other vehicle.
- Stopping, reversing or overtaking on the crossing is forbidden.
- If barriers close or the warning sounds, do not start crossing.
- If the vehicle stalls on the crossing, evacuate it and alert emergency services.
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