Pedestrian/Bicyclist Warning Devices and Signs at Highway-Rail and Pathway-Rail Grade Crossings

Abstract

Federal reporting shows a relatively constant number of pedestrian and bicycle fatalities at highway-rail and
\npathway-rail grade crossings over the past 10 years. This is in contrast to a marked decrease in train–vehicle
\ncollisions at highway-rail crossings. Although engineering solutions and education and enforcements initiatives
\nhave been proposed and implemented, little is known about their effectiveness to mitigate such incidents. This
\nstudy reports on findings from the literature, discussions with professionals in the public and private sectors
\ninvolved in safety at rail grade crossings, and pedestrian/non-motorized user behavior and attitudes toward
\nsafety at such crossings. The study highlights the multitude of factors related to pedestrian safety in this context
\nand provides an informed discussion for stakeholders to advance safety initiatives.