Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Hazards and alertnessQuestion 264 of 424

Your car breaks down on a level crossing. What should you do first?

  1. Wait inside for help
  2. Try to restart the engine
  3. Get everyone out and clear of the crossing
  4. Phone a friend
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Correct answer: Get everyone out and clear of the crossing

Get everyone out and clear of the crossing straight away. Then use the railway telephone if there is one.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Road works, level crossings and tramways (288 to 307), Rule 299

Practice hazards and alertness

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026