News Category: General
View a picture that illustrates why pitting a car against a train is never a good idea
Check out this shocking image, taken Monday morning in the Greater Toronto Area.
A car has taken a wrong turn, right onto railway tracks and into the path of an oncoming commuter train. The car’s driver is lucky – the train had likely not reached maximum speed after leaving its last station and was able to stop just in time. Most drivers in this situation are not as lucky.… Read More
Train whistles save lives — but only if you listen.
If you disobey the signals at a railway crossing, the train’s whistle may be the last sound you ever hear. Drivers and pedestrians alike should watch this video and learn the importance of obeying railway warnings from Bill Challenger, one of the makers of train whistles.… Read More
In the “Risk Your Life” game, the penalty for losing is death.
Kids, taking chances at highway railway crossings is not a game — it’s risking your life. Never cut across railway lines, don’t disobey signals and warnings and never trespass on railway property.… Read More
Shortcuts kill. Train commutes are quick enough — never take shortcuts.
Make it home safely from your daily commute. This video reminds commuters to never cut across railway lines, always obey signals and warnings, never trespass on railway property and always be alert for other trains that might be approaching.… Read More
Canadian Pacific Police Services: Enforcing Railway Laws to Keep You Safe!
Operation Lifesaver’s mission is to prevent collisions between trains and motor vehicles and to prevent trespassing incidents that lead to serious injury or death. They are working to achieve their goal through important partnerships that include, the railway industry, government, the media, unions and police, including the Canadian Pacific Police Service (CPPS).… Read More
It’s dangerous to ignore signals at highway-railway crossings
It’s important to always obey the signals at highway-railway crossings. Watch this simulation video and see what happens when a school bus stops on the tracks and is hit by a train. This is a great teaching video for students and bus drivers.… Read More
Railway Tracks Are Never a Safe Shortcut!
Teens, on your way home from school you might find yourself tempted to cut across railway tracks to arrive home sooner. You might think that hopping a train to cross the tracks will impress your friends. Sean Fowler did just that and ended up losing an arm and a leg.… Read More
A 42 Year Career Comes Full Circle
On December 2, Operation Lifesaver said farewell to Senior Administrator Linda Purdy after 10 years of exceptional service. The day marked Linda’s last day of work as she began vacation, in advance of starting her official retirement on January 5, 2011.… Read More
