California's 2011 Rail Safety Statistics are out. Click here to see stats for grade crossings and trespassing, as well as some rail safety facts and tips to keep you out of harm's way.
When asked to draw pictures of and write letters to CAOL volunteer Steve Walker, this is what the second-graders at Marshal Bansfield Elementary School in Stockton came up with. Steve said he was 'crying with laughter' over this one. You need to see this.
Metrolink to Drive Pro Drivers to OLI's eLearning for Truckers.
We're using this flyer to raise awareness of Operation Lifesaver's incredible new online learning tool for pro drivers. And with the QR code (the black and white squiggly square on the back), smart phone users will be directed right to a digital version of the flyer. Of course, to complete the Trucker Challenge and be inducted into the 'HAUL OF FAME", you'll need a laptop or home computer. View, download and print the flyer here.
We're almost to Sacramento! The western states are getting ready to gather for another great workshop. Click here to view and download a .pdf of the Workshop schedule.
Operation Lifesaver Region 7 Presenter Workshop—Registration Now Open
We are getting ready for what is promising to be another great workshop in Sacramento on October 2. Click here for a tentative outline of the program and to register.
Come and take a look around at Metrolink's new Administrative headquarters. On Tuesday, June 7 from 10:30a - 12:30p, the Metrolink headquarters will be hosting a gathering with keynote speaker Billy Parker at their Gateway Plaza location. Get all the details with this invitation.
We have been shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of Cam Beach, Chair of the Board of California Operation Lifesaver, Friday night of an apparent heart attack.
Cam has been the epitome of a professional with the deepest passion for the success and advancement of our organization, transit and all things to do with railroads. We will miss him greatly.
Please take a moment to follow this link that highlights some of his vast array of experience. This is a man who has made a
difference!
As more information becomes available, I will pass it on.
Pete
California Operation Lifesaver is preparing to launch a massive multimedia campaign in California's Central Valley, including Fresno, Stockton, Bakersfield and Merced. Check back often for updates on this exciting and revolutionary new program.
CAOL and Union Pacific's UP Cares Program teamed up to bring the safety train to California's Central Valley. Read all about it here.
View Our North and Central Regions Calendar of Events for February & March. Schedule subject to changes.
Glendale Crossing Targeted
Read this article from the Glendale News-Press about CAOL and Metrolink teaming up with Local Law Enforcement to enact some serious prevention at one of the state's most potentially catastrophic grade crossings. Good work out there.
California Operation Lifesaver and Union Pacific Team Up to Spread the Safety Message in Bakersfield.
A successful safety train event did some serious informing and enforcing deep in the heart of our great state. This is what we're all about. Read about it here.
Rail Safety Talk on KPCC, NPR's Los Angeles Affiliate.
Listen to this interview with Adhol Zobi, the System Safety Manager for Metro, and CAOL's Marmie Edwards
Help Grow CAOL's Social Network!
Volunteers, partners associates and friends: Spread the message of rail safety all over the web. We've launched accounts on Facebook and Twitter, and we need help growing. There's no end to how many people we can reach and how many lives we can save if we make the most of this new wave of interactive social media. Join our Facebook and Twitter here.
San Diego Padre Fans Have Alot to Learn About Rail Safety.
After being made aware of the appallingly dangerous behavior on rail property exhibited by Padres Fans, we partnered with BNSF and the Ball Club, as well as local law enforcement, to help educate this at-risk group. Warning: the footage below will make rail-safety volunteers cringe.
Operation Lifesaver Region 7 Presenter Workshop—Registration Now Open
We are getting ready for what is promising to be another great workshop in Sacramento on October 2. Click here for a tentative outline of the program and to register.
Operation Lifesaver Region 7 Presenter Workshop—Registration Now Open
We are getting ready for what is promising to be another great workshop in Sacramento on October 2. Click here for a tentative outline of the program and to register.
