Translink NI has released footage of unsafe behaviour at level crossings, including near misses while drivers try to 'beat the barrier'.
Their Railways department has released the video to educate motorists to be vigilant at all times while paying attention to warning lights and notices - which are often ignored.
The video shows one man pushing a pram across the tracks, another driver running a red light stop sign and a tractor and trailer crossing moments before a train passes.
Translink’s Director of Infrastructure John Glass said that a number of individuals have faced prosecution for level crossings misuse.
He said: "People can put themselves and others at risk by not using crossings properly. We urge drivers and pedestrians to heed the notices, understand the warnings and stop until it is safe to proceed. Any temptation to ignore warning lights and try to rush the barriers puts lives at risk.
"People should never assume that a train will be slowing as it passes through a crossing. Express trains do not stop at all stations and can travel at speeds of up to 90 miles per hour. If a driver has to apply the emergency brakes, it can take over 900 metres for the train to stop”.
"We have prosecuted a number of individuals for level crossings misuse, with approx. £2000 in fines, costs and offender levies being issued, as well as cautions; and we will actively pursue those who do not follow the safe procedures."
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