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�Most collisions involving a train and a car, truck, motorcyclist or pedestrian happen as a result of carelessness.

Over 80% of fatal accidents at railway level crossings in Australia happen in daylight, in fine weather and on straight, dry roads. And the majority of all accidents occur even with an appropriate warning system in place.

So, whenever you are approaching any form of a railway level crossing:

Slow down
Look and listen
Be prepared and stop�

Be aware. Look, listen and live.

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�Look!�

All railway level crossings have signs, and some also have flashing lights and boom gates. You must always obey them.
Never drive around boom gates.
Trains can run at any time, day or night.
Never race a train. Distances and speed can be deceptive. Stop and wait for trains to pass.
Once a train has passed, look and see if another train is coming from the other direction.

�Listen!�

Newer trains can be quieter than older ones. With the car windows up, the air conditioning on and your favourite music playing, you might not hear a train.
When you are at a railway level crossing, turn down the stereo and wind down the windows and have a good listen for an approaching train.
Sound can be deceptive, especially at night. Never assume a train is a long way off.

"Live!"

Trains cannot stop in time to avoid a collision. It is your responsibility as either a pedestrian or a driver to keep yourself and others (passengers) safe.
Never overtake a vehicle that has stopped for a train at a railway level crossing.
If the road on the other side of the tracks is congested, don�t drive off until there is plenty of room to cross safely.
The chances of surviving a crash with a speeding train are very low. So don�t risk it.
Be especially careful in bad weather and at night.

Queensland Rail

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