Safe and Smart New Driver Training Program: Railroad Crossings

This course is designed to help CMV drivers pass through a railroad crossing safely and know what to do at the tracks in an emergency situation.

With over 200,000 highway-rail grade crossings in the United States, every driver must know how to cross railroad tracks safely. That is especially true for the professional driver, operating a larger vehicle.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Explain what is required when approaching a highway-rail grade crossing
• Identify various crossing signs, gates, and signals you may encounter
• Discuss the procedures to safely stop at railroad tracks
• Describe appropriate actions to take in the event of a railroad-related emergency

Safe Crossings

• The Regulations
• Signs
• Signals
• Safety Tips
• Stuck on the Tracks

Approximately 15 minutes

A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Users are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.