7. Crossing a level crossing7. Crossing a level crossing

7. Crossing a level crossing

(1) For the note after rule 235(1) substitute –

Note: “Note 1: Level crossing is defined in rule 120.

Note 2: If the pedestrian facility is a footpath or shared path at which there is a red pedestrian light, rule 235A imposes further obligations on pedestrians using the facility.”.

(2) After rule 235(2) insert – “(2A) If any of the following events occurs after a pedestrian has started to cross a railway line, or tram tracks, at a level crossing, he or she must finish crossing the line or tracks without delay: (a) warning lights start flashing, or warning bells start ringing; (b) a gate, boom or barrier starts to close; (c) a train or tram approaches the crossing.

Offence provision.”.