Railway crossing: what it means
Sign W404
What it means
A railway crossing with more than one track is ahead.
What you must do
Slow down. If a train is approaching the crossing, stop.
Where you see it
On any road close to a railway line.
Remember
This is the railway crossing sign for more than one track.
If there is no stop line or stop sign at the crossing:
- stop no closer than 3m from the nearest track
- do not stop on the track or in the railway reserve (the railway's strip of land)
Test yourself
Question 1
Which of these signs warns that there is a railway crossing with more than one track ahead?
A B C Show answer
Answer: Picture C
The W404 Railway crossing sign warns of a railway crossing with more than one track ahead.
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