At a railway crossing with no warning devices, what is the recommended sequence of actions?

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When there are no warning devices at a railway crossing, you must slow down and actively verify it’s safe before crossing. This means reducing speed, looking in both directions for any approaching trains, and listening for train sounds, because trains can come from either side and there are no signals to guide you. You should proceed only when you can crosses safely and the tracks are clear. If a train is approaching or you’re unsure, you should stop back from the crossing and wait until it’s safe to go. This approach is the safest because it depends on your direct observation and hearing rather than relying on devices that aren’t present. Choices that skip looking and listening, or imply crossing on the basis of non-existent signals, aren’t safe.