Posted on June 10, 2026

Safety

Safety is a top priority for the Glassboro–Camden Line (GCL). This project is designed to incorporate modern safety features that protect passengers, pedestrians, and drivers at rail crossings and along the corridor. These measures build on proven technologies and public education efforts to help reduce risk and improve awareness.

The GCL will include advanced safety treatments at crossings to help prevent incidents, improve visibility, and support the establishment of quiet zones along the corridor. Quiet zones are areas where train horns are not routinely sounded because enhanced safety measures are in place at crossings.

• Four-Quadrant Gates
  Crossings will be equipped with four-quadrant gate systems, which block both directions of traffic when a train approaches. These systems are a key component in qualifying for quiet zones by reducing the risk of vehicles going around lowered gates.
• Signage
  Clear signage will be installed at stations and crossings to help drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists navigate the corridor safely. Signs will provide guidance on where to cross, alert users to approaching trains, and reinforce safe behaviors at crossings, supporting the overall safety strategy within quiet zone areas.
• Lighting
  Enhanced lighting will be provided at stations to improve visibility for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, particularly during nighttime and low-light conditions.

To learn more about how quiet zones work and where they may be implemented along the corridor, visit our Quiet Zones page.

The GCL project is being developed in coordination with public safety agencies to support emergency access and response planning.

• Coordination with local police, fire, and emergency services
• Integration of safety features into station and corridor design
• Ongoing communication during design and construction

For more information on NJ TRANSIT’s transit safety and operations, visit: https://www.njtransit.com/safety

Public awareness is a critical component of rail safety. The GCL will support efforts to educate the community on how to safely interact with the rail system.

• Operation Lifesaver
  Operation Lifesaver is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to rail safety education. Their programs help communities understand how to stay safe near tracks and trains.

Learn more about Operation Lifesaver and rail safety education here: https://oli.org

Working Together for Safety
Safety is a shared responsibility. Through thoughtful design, coordination with public safety agencies, and community education, the GCL aims to create a safe environment for everyone who lives, works, and travels along the corridor.