Railroad & SpecialQuestion 32 of 80
If your bus stalls or gets trapped on the tracks with a train coming, you should:
a.Stay in the bus and try to restart the engine
b.Wait for help to arrive
c.Call dispatch first, then evacuate
d.Immediately evacuate everyone and move away from the tracks toward the oncoming train at an angle
Explanation
If trapped on the tracks with a train approaching, get everyone out and away immediately, moving toward the oncoming train but off to the side at an angle to avoid flying debris after impact. Never stay to restart the bus. Once everyone is at a safe distance, call for help.
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