Light Rail Safety Tips

Safety at the Platform…

• –Use designated crosswalks and sidewalks to reach the station. Never walk in a traffic lane.
• –Always stand behind the rumbled strips.
• –Don’t stand on or near the track. Light rail trains overhang tracks by 3 feet on each side and can hit you if you are not a safe distance away.
• –Never step in front of a train. Do not try to flag the train down. The train will only stop at designated stations.
• –Always hold small children’s hands when waiting for the train.

When boarding…

• –Allow others to exit before boarding.
• –Keep children close and board together.
• –Do not hold doors open when they start to close or place objects in a closing door.

Safety on the Train…

• –Don’t lean or press on the doors.
• –Keep your feet on the floor and do not extend arms, legs or personal items into the aisle.
• –The Tide will stop at every station. Do not try to exit at non designated stops.
• –Do not block doorways or emergency exits.
• –Use handrails when standing.
• –Do not disturb the train operator when the train is in motion
• –Always hold on to small children.
• –Never try to get off of a temporarily stopped or disabled train; obey all crew instructions.

When exiting…

• –Always wait until the train has come to a complete stop before leaving your seat and exiting.
• –Always exit through the door nearest you.

Overhead Electrical power System Safety…

• –Stay away from all overhead wires that power the train. These high voltage wires can cause serious injury and death.
• –Never throw items at overhead electrical lines.
• –Never touch a fallen electrical line.
• –Never climb a catenary (power system) pole.
• –Do not sit or play on/near power substations.
• –Never try to get off of a temporarily stopped or disabled train; obey all crew instructions.