Passenger and Transit Rail Safety
Operation Lifesaver's rail safety education materials - available in English and Spanish - promote safe practices for transit riders and communities with operating or planned rail transit systems - light rail, streetcar service, subway and commuter rail.
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Transit Safety Posters in English and Spanish
Our five transit posters in English and Spanish remind transit riders to make safe choices when traveling on transit and commuter trains. The impactful posters feature close-up face images capturing transit rider attention with actionable safety advice.
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The posters are available in five designs and four sizes in English and Spanish for transit agencies and others.
TRANSIT SAFETY PSAs
Safety at Transit Stations
Rail Transit Crossing Safety
Safety around Streetcars and Light Rail
Dedicated Left Turn
In Dedicated Left Turn, a driver, distracted by her GPS and rushing to reach a concert, nearly turns left into the path of an oncoming train after misinterpreting a green light emphasizing the need to wait for a green arrow when turning left across train tracks -- reminding viewers to wait for the green arrow, stay alert and minimize distractions. This PSA is most relevant in the cities of Los Angeles and San Jose, CA, Seattle, WA Minneapolis, MN, New Jersey, Baltimore, MD, Phoenix, AZ and Charlotte, NC
In-Street Running
In-Street Running highlights a common source of confusion in transit-heavy areas like Houston, TX, San Francisco, CA and New Jersey. As a driver considers turning left narrowly missing a streetcar, he is reminded that it’s important to follow the signs, pavement markings and signals – and know the proper lane to turn left from. The PSA reminds viewers to understand lane designations and always yield to trains, reinforcing the message: “Don’t collide, stay on your side”
Six things to know about light rail and commuter train safety:
1. STAND BACK
Observe the pavement markings. Stand back from the platform, behind the painted or raised markings. Trains overhang tracks. Never run or ride scooters, skateboards or bicycles in a station.
2. STAY OFF THE TRACKS
If you drop an item on the tracks, do not attempt to retrieve it. Notify transit personnel.
3. SEE TRACKS? THINK TRAIN®
Remain alert for oncoming trains on station platforms and while driving or walking. Listen and watch for pedestrian and traffic signals.
4. BE AWARE OF HIGH VOLTAGE
Never walk next to or in between the rails. High voltage electrical power can run underground on a third rail or above trains.
5. CROSS LEGALLY AND SAFELY
Cross only at designated crossings. Observe signs, signals and pavement markings. Always look for a train.
6. WAIT, LOOK BOTH WAYS
Always expect a train. Trains are closer and faster than they appear. Multiple tracks may mean multiple trains. Look for additional trains on adjacent tracks.
Watch Maurice's Story
Locomotive engineer Maurice Taylor shares his story to show why Operation Lifesaver tells people to Stay Off! Stay Away! Stay Safe!
Watch Nick's Story
Watch Nick Sayer’s story to see why you should always stay focused at commuter rail and rail transit stations and facilities.
In the Interest of Safety: Transit Video
Help #STOPTrackTragedies. Operation Lifesaver provides free rail safety presentations for transit riders and communities with operating or planned rail transit systems.