Common hazards at railroad crossings include: limited visibility due to vegetation or nighttime conditions trains may appear slower than they are, reaching crossings sooner than expected Railroad Safety Tips Know your route and be aware of crossings Approach with caution Always assume a train is coming Emergency Protocol Evacuate vehicle immediately REMEMBER to be Cautious, Attentive, and Always Assume a train is crossing

The most dangerous time to drive is after dark Depth perception, color recognition and peripheral vision can be compromised Headlight glare can be temporarily blinding Limited visibility = less time to react 250 ft. = normal headlights 500 ft. = high beams Traffic deaths are 3x greater at night! Combatting darkness To reduce the risk of an accident related to driving at night, the NSC recommends: Aiming headlights correctly Dimming the dashboard Looking away from oncoming li

Rollovers: The deadliest crashes Tractor-trailers are harder to handle, have a high center of gravity, frequently have unstable loads and require longer braking distances Rollovers are the most severe and deadliest crashes that occur One of the most effective ways to reduce injuries and fatalities is to obey the law and wear a seat belt Top 3 factors The FMCSA's Large Truck Crash Causation Study revealed three major rollover crash contributors: SPEED ATTENTION STEERING Drivin