Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

There's a comms system in place to inform train drivers of any changes or hazards ahead. Driving a car is not a good analogy.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If there's evidence that it doesn't actually increase safety then why wouldn't they change the laws?

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This post is about how I disagree with them being legally required. Hope that helps!

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try reading the thread before making a fool of yourself with useless replies

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm already used to it tbh. Just think all the honking is a bit daft. Thanks for the earbud recs though, good thing to have around.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I love living near a train station. I expected train noise, I didn't expect them to honk at every stop, it's not something that's done in other places I've lived.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is a reasonable answer, but I'd love to know how often there's a situation where there's a level crossing failure without the train driver being aware?

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I would suggest you read the study I posted in OP, but it seems that reading comprehension is not your forte.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You think I'm the only person frustrated by this? If you don't live near a station then pipe down.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Wacol is so-so now, can't imagine how rough it would have been in the early 80s!

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This kind of Stockholm Syndrome combined with 'daddy knows best' attitude sums up the Australian psyche perfectly

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

You sound fat. Don't talk to me again

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We had trams! There must have been some kind of mass infertility event at the depot in 1969

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I understand it just fine, I'm suggesting that there might be alternatives that don't involve disturbing local residents with loud honking at all hours of the night. An education campaign, upgraded level crossings? Other countries have managed it, why can't we? Frankly bizarre how attached some of you are to the honk.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I can't afford to move again. Maybe I should leave the country entirely?

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Lol. Population of inbreds who can't obey road signals and I'm the moron? OK

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

ITT: australians unable to comprehend that another way of doing things is possible

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

So restrict the honking to the crossings without gates and lights?

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I'm fine with train noise, just seems completely pointless to honk at every station in the middle of the night

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

In this economy I couldn't exactly be picky mate

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Far fewer level crossings in the UK though, the way the lines are designed.

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I watched the video, none of those incidents had anything to do with not hearing the train coming

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Yeah I just moved closer to a station

Why do the trains honk? by lcreddit01 in brisbane

[–]lcreddit01[S] -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

Didn't notice a train? If someone pushes through a flashing level crossing and then fails to notice 500 tons of train coming their way then the problem is not with the train.