Railroad crossing rules, vehicles that must stop, low clearance, and hazards at crossings.
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- How far from the nearest rail must a vehicle stop at a railroad crossing?
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15 feet minimum- Which vehicles must stop at all railroad crossings?
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School buses, passenger buses, and vehicles carrying hazmat or passengers requiring placards- What does a red flashing light mean at a railroad crossing?
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A train is approaching or occupying the crossing- What does a yellow flashing light mean at a railroad crossing?
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Prepare to stop, a train may be approaching- Can you proceed if the crossing gates are down?
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No, never proceed past lowered gates- For how long must you listen before deciding no train is coming?
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At least 5 seconds- What gear should you use when crossing railroad tracks?
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Neutral gear- Can you shift gears while on railroad tracks?
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No, never shift gears on or while crossing the tracks- Can you turn your vehicle around on railroad tracks?
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No, never turn around on or near the tracks- Can you race a train across the crossing?
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No, never attempt to race or outrun a train- Can you drive around lowered crossing gates?
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No, never drive around gates- What does a bell or horn sound at a crossing indicate?
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A train is approaching or warning of the crossing- Do hazmat vehicles have special rules at crossings?
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Yes, hazmat vehicles must stop at all crossings with lights or gates- What is the stopping distance for a hazmat vehicle at a crossing?
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15 feet from the nearest rail- Must school buses stop at railroad crossings?
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Yes, always stop if signals are active or gates are down
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