Connecticut Operation Lifesaver

CT Operation Lifesaver is at the A Day with Thomas at the Essex Steam Train for the next two weekends. Stop by and see us.

It's Rail Safety Week 2023!

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CT Operation Lifesaver is at the Eastern CT train museum today. Beautiful day to come by check out the vintage trains, music and our table.

Robert Bradway of CT Operation Lifesaver was at the Norwalk Night Out 2023 at the Norwalk Police Department on Tuesday, August 15th. Rob made a tremendous amount of contacts. Our friends at the Norwalk Police Department were gracious hosts and are some of greatest supporters of Connecticut Operation Lifesaver program.

CT Operation Lifesaver is at the Valley RR for a Day with Thomas. We are here today, tomorrow and all next weekend. Stop by and say Hi!

CT Operation Lifesaver is at the Eastern CT Train Museum today

Operation Lifesaver 50th anniversary train by Amtrak was unveiled in Washington DC on January 12th, 2022 and will be traveling around the country this year. See Tracks? Think Train!

Rail Safety Week Proclamation event will be on Monday, September 20th at 10 am at the Wallingford Train Station. Governor Lamont, Senator Blumenthal and the national head of Operation Lifesaver, Rachel Maleh will be speaking.
Please attend if you can.
About every three hours a person or a vehicle is hit by a train.

A Day with Thomas the Tank Engine!

Operation Lifesaver will be at the Valley Railroad for the Thomas the Tank Engine Event this weekend, September 28 & 29. Stop by and see us there.

Operation Lifesaver was at Dunbar Elementary in Bridgeport today. Great students, great teachers, great administration and great principal. See Tracks? THINK TRAIN! Train or Track, just KEEP BACK! Tracks are for trains, not for kids!

Operation Lifesaver is partnering with the Bridgeport School District to teach students all about railroad safety.
We presented at our first Bridgeport School, Blackman Elementary to grades 1&2. Train or Track, Just Keep Back!

Operation Lifesaver will be at Celebrate Wallingford Saturday and Sunday. Please stop by. This is a great street fair.

Operation Lifesaver will be at Celebrate Wallingford on Saturday and Sunday on North Main St.

https://fox61.com/2019/09/23/rail-safety-week-a-reminder-not-to-take-chances/

‘Rail Safety Week’ a reminder not to take chances WALLINGFORD -- With Connecticut featuring nearly 700 rail crossings and 850 miles of railroad tracks state wide, the state Department of Transportation, Amtrak and local police rolled out the annual rail safety week Monday. And their message is simple: see tracks, think trains. Approximately every t...

is one of the themes to be highlighted during Rail Safety Week, Sept. 22-28. Several states have recently implemented state laws prohibiting the use of cellphones while driving to prevent accidents and fatalities as a result of distracted drivers.

Even if your state does not have laws against the use of cell phones while driving, consider the cost of distracted driving near railroad tracks. It's no contest.

Does your state have laws against the use of cell phones while driving? What do you think of these laws?

According to FRA statistics, more than 1,000 people were killed or seriously injured in railroad trespassing incidents in 2018. Train fatalities affect not only individuals and their families, but also the conductors, railroad staff, and first responders involved.

Trespassing on railroad tracks is illegal and dangerous. Consider the cost for yourself, your loved ones, and others.

Our motto is "See Tracks Think Train." The reality is, many people become desensitized to the dangers of railroad tracks. Trains can travel from any direction at any time of day on any track. Always be prepared for a train when approaching a train track.

Congrats to MTA Metro-North Railroad

Metro-North gets Operation Lifesaver grant for rail safety education program - Mid Hudson News NEW YORK – Metro-North Railroad was awarded an Operation Life Saver grant to support TRACKS, a free community outreach program that covers grade crossing safety, rider safety, trespassing and su***de prevention. TRACKS, an acronym for “Together Railroads and Communities Keeping Safe,” is desig...

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advice from Norfolk Southern Corp, Ohio Operation Lifesaver and Sandusky Register: Don't Get on the Tracks or Stand too Close http://www.sanduskyregister.com/story/201907170009 Photo Credit: Erin Caldwell, Sandusky Register

Det. Hanson is an Amtrak Police Detective assigned to the Connecticut area. See his story in the shared post.

Incidents that involve trains are a tragedy for victims and their families, first responders, engineers, and others. Trying to "beat" a train is illegal - and dangerous.

▶️ WATCH NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vybx9LorAA4

Did you know? At OLI, we're passionate about preventing railroad crossing and trespass injuries and fatalities. Operation Lifesaver's network of authorized volunteers offer free rail safety programs to:

✅ Students in Classrooms
✅ Driver Education Students
✅ Community Service and Civic Groups
✅ Professional Bus and Truck Drivers
✅ Emergency Medical Technicians and First Responders

➡️ REQUEST A PRESENTATION: http://bit.ly/2J4yrlA

First responders, we appreciate all you do. From saving lives to sharing hope and encouragement in the most difficult moments of a person's life, your hard work never goes unnoticed.

Are you a first responder? Check out OLI's FREE online eLearning for first responders!

➡️ FREE ONLINE FIRST RESPONDER E-LEARNING: https://oli.org/firstresponder

Drivers, remember: trains can be up to 3 feet wider than railroad tracks. If you're in traffic, don't go forward if you can't safely clear the crossing, and never stop on the tracks.

MORE SAFETY TIPS FOR DRIVERS: http://bit.ly/2J51NAC

Did you know? Emergency vehicle sirens can mask the sound of an approaching train's horn.

Emergency vehicle drivers should turn off sirens, air horns and other sound-producing devices when approaching all railroad crossings. Before crossing, slow down, open the vehicle's window, and look both ways to see if a train is approaching.

Trains have the right-of-way at railroad crossings, even in situations involving emergency vehicles.

It takes the average train traveling at 55mph the length of approximately 18 football fields to stop. Don't risk your life, or others' lives - obey crossing signs and signals.

We're grateful to our many volunteers around U.S. who help us educate and inform on the importance of rail safety. Thanks for all you do!

Look for the Blue and White ENS Sign Did you know? The blue and white ENS sign posted at or near a rail crossing is used to notify the railroad of an emergency or warning device malfunction.

"As a photographer, I would like to educate my colleagues and their clients that trains are no joke and nothing to mess with to get a shot!" - Jeff P.

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