LEVEL CROSSING SAFETYWHAT’S HAPPENING IN

in Australia & New Zealand

Interfacing adjacent tra�c signals with active level crossing controls through wireless technology.

Liaising with police to consider alternative law enforcement options for o�ences.

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YOUR CRASHRISK IS HIGH

EXPECT A TRAIN

Use of incident reporting to identify and raise the risk profile.

Additional cross arms added to existing posts and wired directly into existing signalling equipment.

Automatic reset and 'charge-fail' remote monitoring functionality reduces crossing closures caused by vandals tampering with boom barriers.

Level crossing upgrades Australia-wideto meet the Australian Standards.

Letterbox drops to communicate public safety messages.

High visibilitypolice operationsat level crossings.

Pearly Gates 'Don’t Rush to the Other Side' education/public awareness campaign.

Solar/LED/strobes to illuminate pedestrian crossing paths/road tra�c lanes at road crossings.

Forward facing cameras on trains to capture near hit and collision detection for analysis.

C-ITS level crossing warnings for the application of emerging road vehicle warning technology.

Surface markings applied to level crossings to clearly delineate the crossing boundaries for pedestrians.

Redesigning intersection length for the elimination of short stacking and queuing problems.

CCTV cameras installed at level crossings with most near hits and incidents captured.

Over-height detectors installed at level crossings alerts heavy vehicles to overhead powerlines.

UHF radio communication voice message across UHF channel 40 to heavy haulage users that the level crossing is activated.

Re-positioning signsto display level crossing warning signs earlier to motorists.

Active signs for passive crossings warns drivers they are approaching a passive level crossing and notify drivers approaching a 'short stacking' that a train is coming.

'Expect a Train' billboards as well as billboards indicating number of deaths at level crossings for safety awareness.

Rail safety programs delivered in schools education and community engagement safety campaigns.

Direct engagement with road owners/local council associations to reinforce their accountability regarding signage and road markings.

Advance flashing light signals to warn drivers they are approaching a level crossing.

Media campaigns and individual incidents reported by social and traditional media.

Active passive roadside signage system 'APRSS' an autonomous system that is wirelessly controlled with solar power and provides active advanced warnings.

Lockable pedestrian gates at level crossings using an electromagnetic locking system linked to signalling systems.

Manual deactivation of level crossing through wireless remote technology when loading or unloading long distance trains.

Conditional speed board reducing the speed to 25km/hr placed before level crossings, with a pick up board immediately after. Track Splat! Interactive

rail safety game for kids.

Passive crossing sighting improvements combination of warning signs for particular hazards, trial of mirrors to improve sighting for heavy vehicle drivers at acute angled crossings and reduced road speeds where sighting is poor.

National assessment of collisions. Collate summary causal factors (both road and rail) for all collisions and publish.

Oracle system connecting the train, infrastructure and the environment providing drivers' messages (via overhead gantrie screens) if their predicted crash risk is high.

Pixie provides an audible warning to drivers of an approaching train at level crossings, utilising in-vehicle audio systems.

Valet - active LED light system integrated into the road on level crossing approach that reacts depending on activity in the level crossing environment.

Diamond Smart a combination of road geometry that lowers angle of approach, an impact gate to deflect vehicles, and a slip road to capture diverted cars.

Community Life community owned development surrounding level crossings incorporating viewing platforms and co�ee shops, to engage communities.

IDEA Stage Door - a double sided overhead gantry that incorporates current safety measures and warning messages when a train is approaching.

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