A Multi-pronged Approach

This article describes how freight and passenger railroads are constantly continuing to investigate any and all opportunities to improve grade crossing safety, from employing the latest construction methods to installing new technology to working on more effective ways to educate the public. However, more investigative work is needed in order to prevent crossing accidents and incidents. The article discusses how the use of improved technology, ongoing efforts for grade crossing closures, coupled with public education and appropriate law enforcement, need to be pursued in the effort to enhance public awareness at grade crossings.