Every year more than 2,100 North Americans are killed or seriously injured because of unsafe behavior around tracks and trains – every one of these incidents and deaths are preventable.
We all need to promote a better understanding and knowledge about the risks of being near railroad tracks. The North Vancouver Chamber fully support the efforts of CN to ensure that residents and visitors to our community are safe.
Tips to “BE RAIL SMART”
Stop a safe distance from tracks and crossings
Look both ways to ensure trains are not approaching.
Listen for approaching trains.
How can you help?
- Say something! Save the CN Police phone number and call if you witness any unsafe situation near the railroad: 1-800-465-9239.
- Act as a role model around trains and tracks.
- Share rail safety tips with your family, friends, colleagues and community.
- If you live in a CN-served community email CN Safety to organize a safety presentation in your local school.
Resources:
Rail Safety Week – Tips English Canada Rail Safety Week Poster RSW_Tips_Card_CAN_EN
Rail Safety – for Truck Drivers: RSW-tips-card-trucker-en-1
