IMPROVEMENT OF TRAFFIC SAFETY IN THE ZONE OF RAILWAY CROSSING

The problem intending to ensure traffic safety in the zone of a railway crossing is considered in the paper. The paper contains analysis of accidents and technical solutions how to equip railway crossings with the facilities which are designed for organization of traffic and pedestrian safety in the Republic of Belarus. As a result of investigations recommendations are given how to increase railway traffic efficiency in such zones when trains are moving fast. In order to improve crossing designations at street-road network it is proposed to use a light signal working in the mode of yellow blinking when it is allowed to pass a crossing and make road marking of special configuration at the crossing approach. There are also other recommendations on modernization of technical facilities with the purpose to improve safety. At non-intensive railway crossings located beyond urban boundaries and settlements it is suggested to switch-on outdoor lighting at the moment when a train is reaching an approach zone.