Operate barriers at level crossings

Operate gates and barriers at level crossings according to messages and indications provided by signal boxes. Follow procedures to lift or descend bars and gates in order to alert traffic and pedestrians, ensuring that there are no dangers on site.

ensure safe operation of level crossing in accordance with signal box instructions
move barriers at level crossings
open and close level crossing barriers in accordance with signal box instructions
open and close level crossing barriers
manipulate barriers at level crossings
manipulate level crossing barriers
operate level crossing barriers
move level crossing barriers
conduct safe level crossing activities
operate railway level crossing barriers
ensure safe operation of level crossings
perform level crossing operations

skill/competence

occupation-specific

Operate barriers at level crossings is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Level crossing signalperson: Level crossing signalpersons operate equipment in the safeguarding of level crossings, according to safety regulations. They supervise the traffic situation arround the level crossing, and communicate with traffic controllers, drivers, and other signalpeople when necessary. 

Operate barriers at level crossings is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

References

1. Operate barriers at level crossings – ESCO