A speeding car enters a crossing over railway tracks even though flashes of red lights can be seen from a distance—such scenes occur every day throughout the country. The statistics are relentless: drivers cause 97% of accidents at railway crossings. The laws of physics are equally unforgiving—a car has no chance in a collision with a locomotive.
The “Safe Crossing” campaign addresses all these issues and is being organized for the second time under the slogan “Stop and live.” The United States and some countries of the Old Continent are abandoning crossing keepers, replacing them with automatic systems. Barriers, light and sound signals, and clear road signs are an appeal to the driver: this may be dangerous. Brake, look around! Follow the principle of limited trust!
The experience of many countries shows that it takes many years for this type of public awareness campaign to achieve the desired results. Therefore, this year, as in previous years, officers of the Railway Guard, police, Military Police and Border Guard, as well as employees of various railway units, scouts and volunteers will appear in front of crossings. They will hand out leaflets and gadgets reminding people of the campaign’s objectives.
In addition, meetings with children and young people will be held during the campaign, while posters and billboards placed along roads throughout the country will encourage safe driving.
(PKP information/GA)