What’s the first thing you should do if your car breaks down on a half-barrier level crossing?

Explanation: If your vehicle breaks down on a level crossing, your priority is to get everyone out of the vehicle and clear of the crossing. If there's a railway telephone, use it to tell the signal operator what's happened. If you have time before a train arrives, move the vehicle clear of the crossing, but don't attempt this if the crossing alarm sounds.

Category: Band 1 road procedure

References: The Official DVSA Guide to Driving: Section 6, Highway Code: Rule 299