Use the Power of the Blue and Let the Sign Save You
You have the ability to prevent vehicle train collisions and save lives
By Steve Predmore , Chief Safety Officer at Amtrak
As Chief Safety Officer at Amtrak, my day starts with a review of train performance and unusual occurrences. If one of our trains is involved in a crossing accident, I’ll ask if the incident could have been avoided and if there might have been time for someone to spot the blue sign and take action.
What is the blue sign I should find? Called an Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign, the blue sign provides emergency contact information at railroad crossings. This means that at locations where a road crosses railroad tracks, you will find an ENS sign. These signs provide necessary information to promptly report emergencies and stop train traffic when necessary. I repeat: Stop. Train. Traffic.
So, what can you do if you are stuck on or adjacent to train tracks?
Railroad safety is public safety. Everyone is empowered to stop an operation when an unsafe condition exists and these blue signs extend that power to you too. So remember, it’s as simple as locating the blue sign, calling for help and communicating the location and nature of the emergency to the dispatcher.
Please, share the power of blue, tell others what you’ve learned and do your part to prevent a track tragedy so we can all save lives together.
Operator at None
3moThis is exatly wat I just learned in CDP Training
Customer Service Specialist
3moVery informative
Public Speaker | Communications Manager | Brand Strategist, driving effective communications for multi-million-dollar campaigns.
3moVery informative article Steve Predmore
Senior Treasury Pro @ Amtrak | RIMS Professional Member
3moGood advice, Steve.
Transportation Operations Lead at Publix Super Markets
3moI'll keep this in mind