In 1973, the same education program was started in Nebraska. In recent years, increased emphasis has been placed on reducing and preventing the injuries and fatalities caused by people trespassing on railroad property. Operation Lifesaver is now active in the 49 continental United States and in parts of Canada. Since its inception in 1972, this public education program has dramatically reduced injuries and fatalities. A cooperative effort involving education , engineering and enforcement are the three factors that continue to make this program successful.
Education is provided by the volunteers involved in Operation Lifesaver.
Engineering is provided by the professionals who are responsible for improving and maintaining the crossings.