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Did You Know It's Rail Safety Week?

Darpan News Desk, 26 Sep, 2019 05:42 PM

    September 22nd through 28th is designated as 2019’s National Rail Safety Week.


    Less than one month ago, officers from Langley attended a collision between a train and pickup truck at a crossing on River Road. Fortunately no one was hurt on that occasion but historically, there have been collisions in the Langleys where severe injuries and even death resulted.


    As part of Langley RCMP’s commitment to Road Safety, our officers have been working in partnership with CP Police to educate the public and enforce legislation relative to train crossings. Operation Lifesaver – Clear the Tracks took place on September 24th at three separate crossings – 216 Street & Glover, 216 Street and Crush Crescent and Fraser Highway & Production.


    Pamphlets were distributed to motorists who correctly stopped in a safe area as designated and required by the law. An entirely different ‘pamphlet’ was given to motorists NOT stopping. The following violation tickets were issued:


    11 Fail to Obey Traffic Control Device

    1 Speeding against Sign

    1 Fail to War Seatbelt

    Warning tickets were issued to several motorists as well for a total of 18 violations in only three hours.


    Some reminders to keep yourself safe around tracks & trains:


    Never race a train – never go around lowered gates or try to beat an oncoming train


    Be prepared to stop – slow down and be prepared. In heavy traffic, wait until there is room for your vehicle on the other side of the crossing before proceeding


    Stay alert at rail crossings – look and listen in both directions, take any headphones off and reduce in-vehicle distractions so you can hear approaching trains


    Leave your vehicle if it stalls or gets stuck – get yourself & passengers out immediately and move a safe distance away. Notify the railway by dialling 9-1-1 or the railway emergency number posted at the crossing


    Stay off the tracks – don’t use the tracks as a shortcut. Trains are faster and quieter than you think – they can sneak up on you


    Use designated rail crossings – if you cross anywhere else, you’re trespassing and could be fined or worse - seriously injured or killed


    Plan your crossing - if you’re on a bike or using a wheeled mobility device, try to cross the tracks at a 90-degree angle or as close to it as possible. Slow down as you approach the crossing, do a shoulder check and use hand signals to make sure motorists and other road users know your intentions.

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