Ch. 6 · 第１節 踏切
Your vehicle broke down at a railroad crossing and became immobilized, but you have used up all your flares. Which is the correct response in this situation?
[Multiple choice · Hard]
- A.Wait inside the vehicle for rescue
- B.Shout loudly to notify the train
- C.Signal by burning something nearby that produces smoke✓
- D.Repeatedly press the button on the railroad crossing obstacle detection device
Answer: C: Signal by burning something nearby that produces smoke
Explanation
Section 2 (3) of Chapter 6, Section 1 of the Rules of the Road states: "If you do not have flares or have used them up, signal by burning something nearby that produces smoke." Alternative measures are provided for when flares are unavailable.
Source: Ch. 6 · Section (第１節 踏切) · ２(３) 発炎筒などがなかつたり、使い切つてしまつたりしたときは、煙の出やすいものを付近で燃やすなどして合図をする。
See the glossary for definitions of key terms.