Work is underway to ensure that all pedestrian level crossings across the Transperth network are fully compliant with current Disability and Discrimination Act (DDA) standards.
The program will not include removal or closure of any existing pedestrian level crossings.
Work is also continuing on the METRONET Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal Project. This will see the removal of six level crossings along the Armadale Line by raising rail over road at Mint Street, Oats Street, Welshpool Road, Hamilton Street, Wharf Street and William Street. New modern elevated stations will be built at Carlisle, Oats Street, Queens Park, Cannington and Beckenham. The current pedestrian level crossing upgrade program is not part of the METRONET Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal project.
Pedestrian level crossings on the Transperth network
The PTA is responsible for 100 pedestrian level crossings across the Perth metropolitan area on the Fremantle, Midland and Armadale lines. All crossings within the electrified Transperth network are fitted with the highest level of control, known as active controls, which include flashing lights and audible alarms to alert pedestrians of approaching trains, as well as gates to prevent access onto the tracks.
While pedestrian level crossings are safe if used correctly, they are considered the most significant hazard on any railway network due to either accidental or deliberate misuse. Until pedestrian level crossings are removed from the network, the PTA will continue to ensure their safe management, maintenance, and operation.