Translink’s Level Crossing safety team has been meeting motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and other crossing users in Dunmurry to help raise awareness of the safe use of railway crossings.
Safety is always Translink’s top priority and we want to maintain our high safety standards for our customers, staff, those who live near the railway, and the wider public. People who use the railway crossings are reminded to be vigilant, pay attention to warning lights and notices and never try to ‘beat the barrier’.
Translink’s Level Crossing Risk Manager Keith Pollock said: “Most people use level crossings safely every day, but it’s important to remember that a moment’s distraction or a rushed decision can have serious consequences. We are encouraging everyone to stay alert, follow the warning signs and wait until it is safe to cross. Any temptation to ignore warning lights and try to rush through closing barriers puts lives at risk. Translink also works closely with the PSNI to identify and prosecute individuals who are taking this risk.
“People should never assume that a train will be slowing as it passes through a crossing. Express trains do not stop at all stations and can travel at speeds of up to 90 miles per hour. Even if a driver applied the emergency brakes, it can take over 900 metres for the train to stop.”
Keith concluded: “Through initiatives like these community engagement events, we want to help people better understand the risks and feel confident about using level crossings safely. We will continue to work with crossing users across our railway network to promote safe behaviours and keep everyone safe.”
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