Statutory Instruments

2023 No. 1112

RAILWAYS

The Private Crossings (Signs and Barriers) Regulations 2023

Made

23rd October 2023

Laid before Parliament

26th October 2023

Coming into force

18th November 2023

The Secretary of State makes these Regulations in exercise of the powers conferred by section 52(1)(a), (3) and (5) of the Transport and Works Act 1992(1).

Citation, commencement and extentE+W+S

1.—(1) These Regulations may be cited as the Private Crossings (Signs and Barriers) Regulations 2023.

(2) These Regulations come into force on 18th November 2023.

(3) These Regulations extend to England and Wales and Scotland.

Commencement Information

I1Reg. 1 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

InterpretationE+W+S

2. In these Regulations—

“the 2016 Regulations” means the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016(2);

“crossing” means a place where a railway or tramway is crossed by a relevant road;

“crossing operator” means the operator of a railway or tramway that is crossed in any place by a relevant road;

“relevant road” means—

(a)

a private road;

(b)

a private path; or

(c)

both a private road and a private path;

“retroreflecting material” means material which reflects a ray of light back towards the source of that light;

“signaller” means a person employed by a crossing operator who operates signals, and where applicable the points, on a railway or tramway or otherwise controls the movement of trains or trams.

Commencement Information

I2Reg. 2 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Crossing signs to be of the size, colour and type describedE+W+S

3.—(1) Subject to regulations 5, 6 and 9, where a crossing operator causes or permits a crossing sign to be placed on or near a relevant road at or near a crossing, the crossing sign must be of the size, colour and type shown and described in—

(a)a diagram in Schedule 1; or

(b)any of the following diagrams set out in the signs tables in the following Schedules to the 2016 Regulations—

(i)Schedule 2—

(aa)Part 2: diagrams 770 (Item 51), 771 (Item 52), 772 (Item 53), 779 (Item 54) and 782 (Item 55),

(bb)Part 6: diagrams 774 (Item 4) and 781 (Item 5);

(ii)Schedule 9—

(aa)Part 2: diagrams 602 (Item 2), 778 (Item 4) and 778.1 (Item 5),

(bb)Part 4: diagram 784.1 (Item 4),

(cc)Part 6: diagrams 1002.1 (Item 1), 1022 (Item 2), 1003A (Item 3), 1023A (Item 4), 1013.1 (Item 23) and 1045 (Item 26);

(iii)Schedule 11—

(aa)Part 2: diagrams 963.3 (Item 43), 775 (Item 67), 783 (Item 68), 785.1 (Item 69), 786 (Item 70), 787 (Item 71) and 788 (Item 72),

(bb)Part 4: diagrams 1004 (Item 2), 1012.1 (Item 11) and 1026 (Item 16);

(iv)Schedule 14—

(aa)Part 2: diagrams 3014 (Item 5), 773 (Item 6), 776 and 777 (Item 8), 1001 (Item 46), 790 (Item 67) and 1003.2 (Item 68).

(2) Where, in accordance with these Regulations, a crossing operator causes or permits the placement of a crossing sign referred to in paragraph (1)(b), the provisions of the 2016 Regulations relating to the size, illumination and significance of, and the requirements conveyed by, that sign by virtue of those Regulations apply to that crossing sign as if the relevant road concerned were a road as defined in section 142 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984(3).

Commencement Information

I3Reg. 3 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Colours of backs of crossing signsE+W+S

4. The back of a crossing sign shown in a diagram in Schedule 1 and any pole or other structure provided for mounting the crossing sign shall be black or grey in colour.

Commencement Information

I4Reg. 4 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

DimensionsE+W+S

5.—(1) A variation in a dimension specified in Schedule 1 is permitted by these Regulations if the variation does not exceed 5% more or 5% less than the dimension specified.

(2) In Schedule 1 the dimensions of the crossing signs are expressed in millimetres.

Commencement Information

I5Reg. 5 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Permitted variantsE+W+S

6.—(1) The crossing signs shown in diagrams 102, 106, 157, 160, 161, 162 and 164 in Schedule 1 may be varied as set out in Schedule 1 where the circumstances so require.

(2) A crossing sign shown in diagrams 104 and 118 in Schedule 1 may be varied to show a different penalty where the maximum penalty for failing to comply with the requirement on the crossing sign has changed.

(3) In relation to a crossing sign shown in diagrams 106 (variant B), 120, 121, 140, and 164 (variants B, C and D) in Schedule 1, the telephone number may be changed if the number of the signaller changes.

Commencement Information

I6Reg. 6 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Illumination of crossing signsE+W+S

7.—(1) Subject to paragraph (2), the front of a crossing sign shown in the diagrams in Schedule 1 must be covered in retroreflecting material.

(2) Retroreflecting material must not be applied to—

(a)any part of a crossing sign, including words, coloured black;

(b)the red and green lights prescribed in regulation 8 in a crossing sign shown in a diagram in Part 4 of Schedule 1; and

(c)a crossing sign at a crossing which motor vehicles do not use.

Commencement Information

I7Reg. 7 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Miniature stop lightsE+W+S

8.—(1) The crossing signs shown in diagrams 158, 159, 160 and 161 in Part 4 of Schedule 1 must contain red and green lights which—

(a)are internally illuminated by a steady light so that—

(i)when one light is lit, the other is not;

(ii)the green light is and remains lit so long as no railway or tramway vehicle is approaching the vicinity of the crossing from either direction; and

(iii)the red light is and remains lit if the green light is not lit; or

(b)are activated either by the user pushing a button, or by a motion sensor so that—

(i)when one light is lit, the other is not;

(ii)the green light is only activated so long as no railway or tramway vehicle is approaching the vicinity of the crossing from either direction; and

(iii)the red light is and remains activated until the green light is lit.

(2) The lenses of the lights must be—

(a)circular and not less than 60 millimetres in diameter; or

(b)rectangular with the short side measuring a minimum of 60 millimetres;

and the distance between the edges of the lenses of the lights must be not less than 40 millimetres.

(3) The information, warnings, requirements and prohibitions conveyed by the lights described in paragraphs (1) and (2) are—

(a)the red light when lit warns the user of a crossing that a railway or tramway vehicle is approaching the vicinity of that crossing and users are prohibited from using the crossing;

(b)the green light when lit informs the user of a crossing that no railway or tramway vehicle is approaching the vicinity of that crossing and users may use the crossing;

(c)if neither light is lit, users must either telephone the signaller, or cross the railway or tramway with caution after following the instructions on any crossing sign at or near the crossing.

Commencement Information

I8Reg. 8 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Crossing signs relating to telephonesE+W+S

9.—(1) The crossing signs shown in a diagram in Schedule 1 which incorporates a telephone symbol highlighted in yellow is permitted to be placed only where there is a fixed telephone, which connects directly to the signaller, provided at each side of the crossing.

(2) The crossing signs shown in diagrams in Schedule 1 which have space designated on them for a telephone number must show the telephone number to contact the signaller. Such crossing signs are only permitted to be placed under these Regulations where there are no fixed telephones at the crossing.

Commencement Information

I9Reg. 9 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Gates or barriers to be of the character described in Schedule 2 or Schedule 3E+W+S

10. Where a crossing operator causes or permits the placement of a barrier on a relevant road near a crossing, the barrier must, in the case of a gate, be of the character described in Schedule 2, or in the case of any other barrier be of the character described in Schedule 3.

Commencement Information

I10Reg. 10 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

RevocationE+W+S

11. The Private Crossings (Signs and Barriers) Regulations 1996(4) are revoked.

Commencement Information

I11Reg. 11 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Signed by authority of the Secretary of State for Transport

Huw Merriman

Minister of State

Department for Transport

23rd October 2023

Regulation 3

Schedule 1E+W+SCrossing signs

Part 1E+W+SWarning signs

Commencement Information

I12Sch. 1 Pt. 1 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Diagram 101

Red triangle surrounding a diagram of an oncoming train running alongside a level crossing

Diagram 102: Permitted variants A or B as circumstances require.

Two yellow triangle signs with diagrams of electrical/lightning strike icons, text under reads: A – “Danger: Overhead live wires”, and B – “Danger: Do not touch the live rail”

Diagram 103

Yellow triangle sign with an exclamation mark inside, and wording reading “Caution: Trains can approach from any direction on any line”

Diagram 104

Rectangle sign with wording reading “Maximum penalty for not closing gates £1000”

Diagram 105

Diagram 106 Permitted variants A or B: On sign B, the telephone number for the signaller must be provided at crossings with no fixed telephones.

Two signs showing a diagram of overhanging trailer loads and both headed as Danger! Reading: A – “Overhanging loads may foul live wires – If in doubt telephone signaller” and B – “Overhanging loads may foul live wires – If in doubt telephone signaller 0123 345 789

Part 2E+W+SSummary signs and stop sign

Commencement Information

I13Sch. 1 Pt. 2 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Diagram 107

Blue rectangle with a Stop sign alongside a telephone diagram

Diagram 108

Blue rectangle with a Stop sign alongside a red stop and green clear signal diagram

Diagram 109

Blue rectangle with a Stop sign alongside a Look and Listen diagram

Diagram 110

Part 3E+W+SInstruction signs

Commencement Information

I14Sch. 1 Pt. 3 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Diagram 111

Blue rectangle annotated as “Instructions when using Vehicle Gates”

Diagram 112

Blue rectangular sign annotated with Instructions when using Barriers

Diagram 113

Blue rectangle annotated as “Instructions when using Stiles”

Diagram 114

Diagram 115

Blue rectangle annotated as Instructions when using Bridleway Gates

Diagram 116

Sign with an outlined traffic light shown with wording that reads “Caution cross only when light shows”

Diagram 117

Red circle sign with a red circle crossed through of a Pedestrian walking and wording reading “Passengers must not cross the line”

Diagram 118

Sign showing wording reading: Hold down to lower (maximum penalty for not closing barriers £1000). “Pump to raise both barriers” (in the event of failure phone signaller)

Diagram 119

Sign with wording reading “Shut and fasten gate”

Diagram 120

3 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagrams of Grounded Lorry with trailer, Farm Tractor with hay bale trailer, a Cow and a Horse with Rider. Telephone diagram alongside text stating Always telephone ******* before crossing with a large, low or slow moving vehicle, or with animals 1. You must telephone the number shown to get permission to cross 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given B – Diagrams of car, tractor and motorcycle. Rectangle with Stop, Look, Listen diagrams alongside text stating: Always Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains every time you cross 1. If no trains, open both gates on foot 2. Rejoin vehicle, Stop, Look and Listen again for trains 3. Cross without stopping 4. Close both gates on foot C – Diagrams of pedestrian walking and a bicycle Rectangle with Stop, Look, Listen diagrams alongside text stating: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains every time you cross 1. Cross without stopping 2. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 121

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagrams of Grounded Lorry with trailer, Farm Tractor with hay bale trailer and a Cow. Diagram of telephone next to text stating “Always telephone ******** before crossing with a vehicle which is large, low, slow moving, or with animals.” 1. You must telephone the number shown to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given B – Diagrams of a Car, Tractor, Motorcycle, a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Rectangle with Stop, Look, Listen diagrams alongside text stating: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing 1. If no trains, push button to open both gates. 2. Stop, Look and Listen again for trains. 3. Cross without stopping. 4. Push button to close gates

Diagram 122

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagrams of a Car, Tractor, Motorcycle, a Cow and a Horse with Rider. Telephone diagram alongside text stating: Always telephone before crossing with a vehicle or with animals. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. 3. When permission is given, open both gates on foot. 4. Cross without stopping. 5. Close both gates on foot. B – Diagram a Pedestrian walking and a bicycle. Rectangle with Stop, Look, Listen diagrams alongside text stating: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing. 1. Cross without stopping. 2. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 123

Diagram 124

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagrams of car, tractor, motorcycle and a cow Telephone diagram alongside text stating: Always telephone before crossing with a vehicle or with animals 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. 3. When permission is given, push button to open both gates. 4. Cross without stopping. 5. Push button to close both gates . B – Diagrams of a pedestrian, cyclist and a horse with rider Rectangle with Stop, Look, Listen diagrams alongside text stating: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing 1. Push button to open both gates 2. Stop, Look and Listen again for trains 3. Cross without stopping 4. Push buttons to close both gates

Diagram 125

Diagram 126

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagram of Grounded Lorry, Farm Tractor with hay bale trailer and a Cow. Telephone diagram alongside text stating: Always telephone before crossing with a large, low or slow moving vehicle, or with animals. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. B – Diagrams of a Car, Tractor, a Motorcycle, a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Rectangle with traffic lights diagram stating: Always check green light shows every time you cross. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Push button to open both gates. 3. Check that green light still shows. 4. Cross without stopping. 5. Push button to close both gates

Diagram 127

Diagram 128

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagram of Grounded Lorry, Farm Tractor with hay bail trailer and a Cow. Telephone diagram alongside text stating: Always telephone before crossing with a large, low or slow moving vehicle, or with animals. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. B – Diagrams of a Car, Tractor, a Motorcycle, a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Rectangle with traffic lights diagram stating: Always check green light shows every time you cross. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Use key to raise both barriers. 3. Check that green light still shows. 4. Cross without stopping. 5. Use key to lower both barriers

Diagram 129

Diagram 130

3 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagram of Grounded Lorry, Farm Tractor with hay bail trailer and a Cow. Telephone diagram alongside text stating: Always telephone before crossing with a large, low or slow moving vehicle, or with animals. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. B – Diagrams of a Car, Tractor and a Motorcycle. Rectangle with traffic lights diagram stating: Always check green light shows every time you cross. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Open both gates on foot. 3. Check that green light still shows. 4. Cross with vehicle without stopping. 5. Check that green light still shows. 6. Close both gates on foot. C – Diagrams of a Pedestrian walking and a Bicycle. Rectangle with traffic lights diagram stating: Always check green light shows every time you cross. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Check that green light still shows. 3. Cross without stopping. 4. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 131

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking. Annotated as: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing 1. Cross without stopping. 2. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 132

Diagram 133

A black rectangle annotated as: Annotated as: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing 1. Cross without stopping 2. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 134

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Annotated as: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing 1. Cross without stopping. 2. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 135

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagrams of Horse with Rider. Telephone diagram alongside text stating: Always telephone before crossing. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. 3. When permission is given, cross without stopping. 4. Always close the gates behind you. B – Diagrams of a Pedestrian walking and a Bicycle. Rectangle with Stop, Look, Listen diagrams. Alongside text stating: Stop, Look and Listen in both directions for approaching trains before crossing. 1. Cross without stopping. 2. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 136

2 black rectangles annotated as: A – Diagrams of Horse with Rider. Diagram of a telephone stating: Always telephone before crossing. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller you are crossing with a horse and follow the instructions given. 3. When permission is given, cross without stopping. 4. Always close gates behind you. B – Diagrams of a Pedestrian walking and a Bicycle. Rectangle with traffic lights diagram stating: Always check green light shows every time you cross. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Cross without stopping. 3. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 137

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking and a bicycle. Annotation: Always Push button to display light. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Check that green light shows. 3. Cross without stopping. 4. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 138

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking. Annotation: Always push button to display light. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Check that green light shows. 3. Cross without stopping

Diagram 139

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagrams of a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Annotation: Always push button to display light. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Check that green light shows. 3. Cross without stopping. 4. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 140

Diagram 141

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Annotation: Always check that green light shows. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Cross without stopping. 3. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 142

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking and a Bicycle. Annotation: Always check that green light shows. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Cross without stopping. 3. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 143

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking. Annotation: Always check that green light shows. 1. If no light shows do not cross – telephone signaller. 2. Cross without stopping.

Diagram 144

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking and a Bicycle. Annotation: Always check that green light shows 1. If no light shows – Stop, Look and Listen. 2. Cross without stopping. 3. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 145

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagram of a Pedestrian walking. Annotation: Always check that green light shows 1. If no light shows – Stop, Look and Listen. 2. Cross without stopping.

Diagram 146

Diagram 147

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagrams of a Pedestrian walking and a Bicycle. Diagram of a telephone stating: Always telephone before crossing. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. 3. When permission is given, cross without stopping. 4. Always close gates behind you

Diagram 148

A black rectangle annotated as: Diagrams of a Pedestrian walking, a Bicycle and a Horse with Rider. Diagram of a telephone stating: Always telephone before crossing. 1. You must use the telephone provided to get permission to cross. 2. Tell the signaller what you are crossing with and follow the instructions given. 3. When permission is given, cross without stopping. 4. Always close gates behind you.

Diagram 149

A rectangular sign with wording “ Vehicle Gate Control. If gates do not open, use telephone provided.” with diagram of a telephone

Diagram 150

A rectangular sign with wording “ Vehicle Gate Control. “If gates do not open contact the signaller” with diagram of a telephone

Diagram 151

A Rectangular sign with the wording “For manual operation only”

Diagram 152

A Green sign with a diagram of a finger pushing a button, plus the wording “In emergency push button”

Diagram 153

Red circle sign with a cross diagonally through an image of a Pedestrian walking, and wording in a red box reading “Do not cross while gates are in motion”

Diagram 154

Blue rectangular sign with wording within that reads “Horse riders must dismount”

Diagram 155

Blue rectangular sign with wording within that reads “Permitted Access Only”

Diagram 156

Yellow rectangular sign with wording that reads “oncoming trains can be hidden by other trains. Look Both Ways. Do not cross until all lines are clear.” with a diagram of two trains passing.

Diagram 157:Permitted variants A or B as the circumstances require

Two Black rectangular signs that read: A – Press for assistance to cross the line, and B – Telephone for assistance

Part 4E+W+SMiniature stop light instructions and units

Commencement Information

I15Sch. 1 Pt. 4 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Diagram 158

White rectangle sign showing diagram of light signals with wording either side reading: “Red - Stop and Green - Clear. If no light shows - Stop, Look and Listen”

Diagram 159

White rectangle sign showing diagram of light signals with wording either side reading: “Red - Stop and Green - Clear. If no light shows – telephone signaller”

Diagram 160: Permitted variants A, B or C as circumstances require

Three sets of light signals showing: 1st is diagram with: Stop as Red, and Green as Clear. Second diagram is the same but with “Push button, follow user instructions” underneath and the Third has different text stating: “Push button. Wait for Green if no light do not cross – Phone signaller”.

Diagram 161: Permitted variants A, B, C or D as circumstances require

Four entire units in grey, showing the whole light unit including the signs. The unit is grey, and the picture of it is broken by a zig zag line. The four units are labelled above, A, B, C and D. Unit A sign shows Stop as Red, and Green as Clear Unit B sign shows the same but with “Wait for Green. If no light Do not cross. Phone signaller. Unit C sign has different text stating “Push Button. If no light Do not cross. Phone crossing operator.” Unit D has different text stating “Push Button. Follow user instructions”

Part 5E+W+SInformation signs

Commencement Information

I16Sch. 1 Pt. 5 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Diagram 162: Permitted variant: different times may be substituted as circumstances require

A Blue circle with a white exclamation mark above the wording “Trains only sound warning horn between 6AM and midnight”

Diagram 163

A Blue circle with a Pedestrian walking Dog and a Box with the wording “Keep dogs on a lead”

Diagram 164: Permitted variant: the appropriate variant (A, B, C, or D) may be placed according to the circumstances at the crossing.

4 black rectangles annotated as: Information to be inserted such Name / OS Grid Reference / Mileage and phone nos. A – Level crossing information Name: O.S .Grid reference. Mileage In emergency use telephone provided. B – Level crossing information Name: O.S .Grid reference. Mileage In emergency use telephone: C – Level crossing information Name: O.S .Grid reference. Mileage To contact signaller telephone: In an emergency use above telephone number. D – Level crossing information Name: O.S .Grid reference. Mileage To contact signaller telephone: In an emergency telephone:

Part 6E+W+SReminder signs

Commencement Information

I17Sch. 1 Pt. 6 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Diagram 165

Sign with wording reading “Have you closed the gates?”

Diagram 166

Sign with wording reading “Have you lowered the barriers?”

Regulation 10

Schedule 2E+W+SGates

1. A gate must, by itself or with another gate on the same side of the railway or tramway, be long enough to extend across the full width of the relevant road.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I18Sch. 2 para. 1 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

2. Where gates are placed, they must pivot to open away from the railway or tramway.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I19Sch. 2 para. 2 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

3. When a gate is closed, the top surface of the gate must be a minimum of 1350 millimetres above the road surface at the centre of the relevant road.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I20Sch. 2 para. 3 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

4. The underclearance between each gate and the road must not exceed 150 millimetres. If the relevant road is an unmetalled track, the underclearance between the gate and the road may be greater than 150 millimetres only if necessary to avoid the gate grounding during opening and closing.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I21Sch. 2 para. 4 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

5. Where a gate is installed otherwise than for the sole use of pedestrians, it must have a way to secure it in the open and in the closed positions.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I22Sch. 2 para. 5 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

6. A gate must be as light in weight as possible but nevertheless strong enough to withstand distortion or breakage caused by wind pressure or by a farm animal.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I23Sch. 2 para. 6 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Regulation 10

Schedule 3E+W+SBarriers other than gates

1.—(1) Where a barrier, other than a gate, is placed, it must when lowered across the relevant road be long enough to extend either—E+W+S

(a)across the full width of the relevant road, or

(b)subject to paragraph (2), from the left-hand side of the relevant road (as seen from a vehicle approaching the crossing) to a point as close as possible to the centre of the relevant road.

(2) In a case falling within paragraph (1)(b), there must be a minimum distance of 3 metres from the tip or, as the case may be, vertical edge of the barrier to the other side of the relevant road to allow clear passage.

Commencement Information

I24Sch. 3 para. 1 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

2. When a barrier is lowered its top surface must be a minimum height of 900 millimetres above the road surface at the centre of the relevant road.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I25Sch. 3 para. 2 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

3. The underclearance between the barrier when lowered and the road surface must not exceed 1000 millimetres.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I26Sch. 3 para. 3 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

4. A barrier must have means to raise it, and hold it in the raised position. It must also have means to release the hold and allow the barrier to return to a horizontal position.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I27Sch. 3 para. 4 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

5. A barrier may be linked with another barrier at the crossing to allow all the barriers to be raised or lowered simultaneously from either side of the crossing.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I28Sch. 3 para. 5 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

6. The pivot post of a barrier must be covered to avoid injury to persons using it.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I29Sch. 3 para. 6 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

7. A barrier must have on both front and rear faces alternate red and white bands each approximately 600 millimetres wide (measured horizontally across the face of the barrier) and to the full depth of the barrier measured vertically on the full face of the barrier when horizontal. A strip of retroreflecting material not less than 50 millimetres deep, in a colour matching that of the bands must be attached along the full width of each band.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I30Sch. 3 para. 7 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

8. A barrier may be fitted with a skirt which fills the space between the barrier and the road surface. Any skirt must be light in colour.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I31Sch. 3 para. 8 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

9. Electric lights may be fitted to a barrier and each light must show a red light, when illuminated, in each direction along the relevant road.E+W+S

Commencement Information

I32Sch. 3 para. 9 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

10. A barrier, with or without a skirt if fitted, must be as lightweight as possible but nevertheless—E+W+S

(a)a barrier must be strong enough to withstand distortion or breakage, and

(b)a skirt fitted to a barrier must be capable of withstanding damage

caused by wind pressure or by a farm animal.

Commencement Information

I33Sch. 3 para. 10 in force at 18.11.2023, see reg. 1(2)

Explanatory Note

(This note is not part of the Regulations)

Section 52 of the Transport and Works Act 1992 allows the operator of a railway or tramway that is crossed by a private road or private path to cause or permit the placement near the crossing of crossing signs or barriers that are prescribed in regulations made by the Secretary of State, or as otherwise authorised by the Secretary of State.

These Regulations prescribe crossing signs and barriers which may be placed on or near a private road or private path at or near the crossing as provided for in that section.

A full impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument because no, or no significant, impact on the private, voluntary or public sector is foreseen. An Explanatory Memorandum has been produced for this instrument and is published alongside this instrument at www.legislation.gov.uk.

(1)

1992 c.42.

(2)

S.I. 2016/362. These Regulations and General Directions have been amended but those amendments are not relevant to this instrument.

(3)

1984 c.27.

(4)

S.I. 1996/1786.