Level crossing phone sign

What it means

The phone for contacting the signal operator is here.

The yellow sign with a handset marks where the phone is at a level crossing.

Use it when the signs at the crossing tell you to, or if your vehicle breaks down on the crossing.

Where you'll see it

At level crossings, next to the phone.

Rules to know

• The sign shows the location of the phone at a level crossing.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 30

• If your vehicle breaks down or stalls on a crossing, get yourself and your passengers out of the vehicle as soon as possible. Phone the signal operator and follow the instructions given.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 30

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Staying in a broken-down vehicle on the crossing.

  Instead: Get everyone out first, then phone the signal operator.

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What does this sign mean?

• AA parking place with visitor facilities ahead
• BThe location of the level crossing phone
• CNarrow road ahead with passing places
• DA height restriction ahead

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