What action is required at railroad crossings when signs or signals indicate?

• A. Speed up to cross quickly
• B. Stop and wait for a green signal only
• C. Turn off radio and continue slowly
• D. Stop, look, and proceed only when clear; do not linger on tracks.

Answer: (D)

When you reach a railroad crossing and signs or signals indicate, you must stop before the tracks, look both ways, and listen for an approaching train. Only proceed when the crossing is completely clear. Trains can come from either direction and can be closer than they seem, so you should not linger on the tracks or try to beat the train. Speeding through, waiting for a green signal that may not exist at all crossings, or relying on the radio to tell you when it’s safe are not acceptable protections. If signals are malfunctioning or the crossing is blocked, stop and wait until it’s clearly safe to proceed.