Railroad crossings and other signs in Illinois
The Illinois Rules of the Road shows or names everything on this page: 37 in all, on pages 74–75, 81.
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Railroad crossings
Round Advance Warning Sign (R X R)
A yellow sign with a black “X” and the letters “RR” means a highway-railway crossing is ahead. The sign may be placed up to 750 feet before the railroad crossing. [p63: This round sign indicates a RAILROAD CROSSING ahead. ... Slow down, look, and stop if necessary.]
Manual page 81
Railroad Pavement Markings
A solid yellow line before the crossing means no passing. White stop lines on each side of the track show motorists where to stop when a train is approaching. These markings also indicate that a highway-railway crossing is ahead.
Manual page 81
Railroad Crossbuck (3 TRACKS)
If a railroad crossing has more than one track, the number of tracks is on the sign below the crossbuck. This is considered a yield sign, and you must yield the right of way to any oncoming trains and railroad equipment.
Manual page 81
Railroad Flashing Light Signals
When lights begin to flash, you must always stop until the train has passed and the lights have stopped flashing.
Manual page 81
Railroad Gates
Remain stopped until the lowered gates are raised and lights are no longer flashing. Do not attempt to beat crossing gates as they are lowering or go around lowered gates.
Manual page 81
Emergency Notification System Sign
ENS sign gives the public critical emergency contact information at every highway-rail grade crossing. The information on the ENS sign enables the public to reach the railroad responsible for the crossing and identify the specific crossing in the event of an emergency. [p34: This number is located on the blue sign affixed to the railroad crossing post near the tracks.]
Manual page 81
Other signs and symbols
Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem
A vehicle displaying this sign is moving slowly. You must slow down and may pass only when safe and legal to do so. [p46: An orange slow-moving vehicle emblem must be on the rear of certain slow-moving vehicles.]
Manual page 74
CLASS 1 Explosives (1.1, 1.2, 1.3)
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 1 Explosives 1.4
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 1 Blasting Agents 1.5
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 1 Explosives 1.6
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 2 OXYGEN
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 2 NON-FLAMMABLE GAS
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 2 FLAMMABLE GAS
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 2 INHALATION HAZARD
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 3 GASOLINE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 3 FLAMMABLE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 3 COMBUSTIBLE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 3 FUEL OIL
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 4 SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUSTIBLE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 4 FLAMMABLE SOLID
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 4 DANGEROUS WHEN WET
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 5 OXIDIZER
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 5 ORGANIC PEROXIDE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 6 POISON
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 6 PG III
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 6 INHALATION HAZARD
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 6 HARMFUL
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 7 RADIOACTIVE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 8 CORROSIVE
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 9 Miscellaneous
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
DANGEROUS
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
White Square Background for Placards
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
Orange Panel (ID Number 1090)
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 3 Placard with ID Number 1090
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 2 Placard with ID Number 1017
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75
CLASS 3 Placard with ID Number 1993
Hazardous materials placard is a sign that indicates the presence and type of hazardous material being transported on roadways. Placards use symbols, colors and text to communicate the hazard and are placed on the outside of transport vehicles, containers, or packages.
Manual page 75