Chapter 3-2: Railway crossings

The “Railway crossings” section of the Saskatchewan Driving Practice Test is designed to educate drivers about safe practices when approaching and crossing railway tracks.

Saskatchewan Driving Test - Chapter 3-2: Railway crossings

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If your vehicle has a manual transmission, when should you shift gears in relation to a crossing?

Shift only after you are halfway across

Shift while driving over the tracks

Shift down before reaching the crossing

Do not shift at all near any crossings

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What is the purpose of an advance flashing amber (yellow) light and sign before some railway crossings?

To allow drivers to exceed the speed limit

To indicate that trains are not currently operating

To show that the crossing is for buses only

To warn of a train ahead at a concealed crossing

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When following buses, school buses, or large trucks near railway crossings, what should you be prepared to do?

Honk to signal them to keep moving

Be prepared to stop because they may be required to stop

Drive very close behind them to cross with them

Pass them quickly so you don’t have to stop

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Why is it dangerous to race a train to a crossing?

The train will slow down if it sees you

You may lose and be struck by the train

Crossing signals will turn off if you go faster

Trains are required to stop for cars

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What should drivers do when the last car of a train passes the crossing?

Wait and make sure no other train is coming on any track

Reverse away from the tracks

Honk the horn and proceed without stopping

Immediately drive forward as soon as the last car passes

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If a train is closely approaching or a signal person tells you to stop at a crossing with flashing red lights, what must you do?

Proceed slowly while watching the train

Cross quickly before the train arrives

Stop and wait until it is safe to proceed

Ignore the signal and rely on your own judgment

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At crossings without gates but with flashing red lights, when is it permitted to cross?

After stopping, if it is safe and no train is closely approaching

Only when the lights stop flashing completely

Only if another car crosses first without incident

At any time, as long as you turn on your hazard lights

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What must you do at an automatic protected crossing when the gates are down?

Back up and turn around immediately

Cross between the gates if there is space

Drive around the gates if you don’t see a train

Wait until the gates are raised before crossing

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When approaching any railway crossing, what should drivers always do?

Assume signals will always warn of a train

Speed up to clear the tracks quickly

Rely on other drivers to alert them

Check for trains and proceed with caution

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When traffic is heavy near a railway crossing, what is the safest action?

Stop on the tracks so you’re closer to the other side

Use the shoulder to drive around traffic and cross

Wait before the crossing until you’re sure you can clear it

Move into the oncoming lane to cross faster

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This section covers essential topics such as mandatory seatbelt use, proper functioning of lights and signals, and the importance of routine vehicle maintenance. Drivers are also tested on rules regarding vehicle registration, insurance, and roadworthiness, ensuring all vehicles meet legal requirements before operating on Saskatchewan roads. Additionally, the section explores restrictions on load limits and the transportation of hazardous materials. Understanding these rules is crucial for safe, legal, and responsible driving, protecting both drivers and other road users.