Level crossing signs quiz
Barriers, lights and countdown markers. Questions, flashcards to learn them first, and every sign below with what it means.
A triangle warns of a level crossing ahead. Where the crossing is out of sight, countdown markers with red bars lead up to it, and at the crossing the lights and plates tell you when to stop.
Flashcards
See the sign and say what it means, then turn it over. Any you did not know come round again.
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Level crossing signs: what each one means
For going over before or after the quiz.
Level crossing with a barrier or gate aheadA level crossing with a barrier or gate ahead. 
Level crossing without a barrier or gate aheadA level crossing without a barrier or gate ahead. 
Overhead electric cableAn overhead electric cable ahead. A plate gives the safe height for vehicles. 
Risk of groundingA level crossing or hump bridge ahead where a long, low vehicle could get stuck. 
Level crossing without a barrierAt the crossing itself: a level crossing with no barrier or gate. Look and listen for trains. 
Level crossing countdown: three barsThe first countdown marker before a level crossing that is out of sight. The next has two bars, the last one. 
Level crossing countdown: two barsThe second countdown marker before a level crossing that is out of sight. 
Level crossing countdown: one barThe last countdown marker before a level crossing that is out of sight. 
Stop when the lights showAt the crossing: stop when the lights show. A steady amber light comes on first, then the red lights flash. 
Another train comingAnother train is coming. Keep waiting until the lights go off and the barriers rise. 
Keep crossing clearNever stop on the crossing. Only go over when the road beyond is clear.
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