Operation Lifesaver

First responders, we recognize you today and every day. Take our free RISC course to prepare to respond to emergencies in the unique rail environment at oli.org/risc #RISCReady

Stop. Look. Listen. One train passing does not mean the crossing is clear. Trains can run on any track at any time from either direction. #SeeTracksThinkTrain

Professional truck drivers: know how to spot the Low Ground Clearance sign at a crossing. If you don’t fit, don’t commit. Check out our new training video series at oli.org/safety-near-trains/d… #ProfessionalDrivers

Mornings are darker now. Give every crossing on your route your full attention, including the one you pass every day. #SeeTracksThinkTrain

It is #NationalBookMonth. If you have little ones, reading together is one of the easiest ways to teach young children about tracks and trains. Visit oli.org/info/kids for activity and coloring books! #RailSafetyEducation

Driving an RV this fall? Cross only at designated crossings that fit your vehicle. If you don’t fit, don’t commit. #SeeTracksThinkTrain

OLI offers free in-person rail safety education across the country. Request a presentation at oli.org/request-presentation. #RailSafetyEducation

This National #TeenDriverSafetyWeek, OLI reminds drivers to never stop on the tracks. Make sure there's room to completely clear a crossing before you enter it. Always expect a train. Learn more at oli.org. #RailSafetyEducation

Is your child's bus stop close to railroad tracks? This National School Bus Safety Week, be sure to join your kids at their bus stop and go over railroad safety basics. Never walk or play on the tracks and always cross at designated crossings. #SchoolBusSafetyWeek

Our 2025 Annual Report is now available! Take a look to see some of the highlights of a year full of growth, collaboration and impact. oli.yearly.report/oli-2025-a…. #RailSafetyEducation #STOPTrackTragedies

It's #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek. Remember to stop, eliminate distractions and look both ways before crossing railroad tracks. Access free training: oli.org/safety-near-trains/d… #SeeTracksThinkTrain

It’s #TeenDriverSafetyWeek. It's important for teen drivers and all drivers to remember, not every crossing has gates or lights. Follow the signs and signals and always expect a train at any time from either direction.

A perfect shot is never worth the risk. Railroad property is private property and taking photos on tracks is illegal and dangerous. Stay off! Stay away! Stay safe! #StayOffStayAwayStaySafe

It is Pedestrian Safety Month. Never use railroad tracks as a shortcut, walking on or close to tracks is dangerous and illegal. #StayOffStayAwayStaySafe

Harvest runs late into the night. Cross only at designated railroad crossings that fit your equipment. For more information visit oli.org/harvest-season. #FarmSafety

On a transit platform, stay behind the yellow line or raised edge. Wait for your train to completely stop before you approach. #TransitSafety

Know the sign. Save a life. If a vehicle is ever stuck on the tracks, call the number on the Blue and White Emergency Notification System sign. No sign? Call 911. #SeeTracksThinkTrain

Crossings look different everywhere you go. What does not change: follow the signs and signals and always expect a train. #SeeTracksThinkTrain

First responders: are you RISC Ready? Our RISC training can help you prepare to respond to emergencies in the rail environment. Schedule a free training at: oli.org/risc. #RISCReady

The weight ratio of a freight train to a car is about 4,000 to 1. It’s no contest. Never try to beat a train. #RailSafetyEducation #STOPTrackTragedies