Railroad Crossing Signs Flashcards
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What pavement markings typically appear on the road surface in advance of a railroad crossing?
Answer: An X and the letters 'RR' painted in white or yellow
The letters 'RR' and an X are painted on the pavement before the crossing to give drivers an additional visual warning at road level.
At a railroad crossing without gates or flashing lights, you must stop when:
Answer: A train is approaching or clearly visible on the tracks
At passive crossings with only a crossbuck sign, you must yield and stop if a train is approaching or visible, since there are no automatic signals to warn you.
The round yellow railroad advance warning sign is placed at what location?
Answer: Ahead of the crossing at a distance that gives drivers time to stop safely
Advance warning signs are placed far enough before the crossing to give drivers at the prevailing speed adequate time to slow and stop safely, which varies by road.
Which of the following actions is illegal and dangerous at a railroad crossing?
Answer: Driving around lowered crossing gates
Driving around lowered crossing gates is illegal in all US states and is one of the leading causes of fatal highway-rail crashes.
Why is it dangerous to allow any part of your vehicle to remain over railroad tracks?
Answer: A train could strike your vehicle because trains cannot stop quickly or swerve
Trains traveling at speed require a mile or more to stop and cannot steer around obstacles, making any vehicle on the tracks at immediate risk of a fatal collision.
When two trains approach the same crossing from opposite directions simultaneously, you should:
Answer: Wait until both trains have completely cleared the crossing before proceeding
You must wait for all trains to fully clear the crossing before proceeding, as a second train on another track can arrive immediately after the first.
What is the purpose of the white X painted on the road surface at a railroad crossing?
Answer: To warn drivers that railroad tracks cross the road ahead
The white X painted on the road surface is a pavement marking that warns drivers railroad tracks are ahead and they should look and listen for trains.