WA rail union pushes back on proposal for safety lights on trains (opens original article in a new tab)

WA rail union criticizes a proposed bill to add more lights on trains, arguing it addresses the wrong issue and could create new safety problems. Local governments and safety advocates push for improved visibility at crossings.

• WA rail union opposes draft bill requiring more train lights, calling it flawed.
• Union argues most crashes occur due to poor road user behavior, not train visibility.
• Some local governments urge urgent changes to improve train visibility at crossings.