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About Us

Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) is a non-profit organization and nationally-recognized leader of rail safety education. Since 1972, OLI remains committed to preventing collisions, injuries and fatalities on and around railroad tracks and highway-rail grade crossings, with the support of public education programs in states across the U.S.

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Who We Are

Operation Lifesaver, Inc. is the only national non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives with free rail safety education presentations in communities throughout the U.S.

Read our latest annual report.

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International

Operation Lifesaver's rail safety programs are international.

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Partners and Supporters

Operation Lifesaver, Inc.'s safety partners and contributors help us save lives.

1.6 million People Reached in 2018

Via safety presentations, training sessions and special events.

2018 Annual Report

411 New Volunteers Authorized in 2018

Volunteers make it all possible. Join our outreach efforts.

Become a Volunteer

Programs in 40+ states Find contact information for your state program

Operation Lifesaver has active programs in states across the U.S.

Contact your OL State Coordinator

Public Awareness Campaigns

Operation Lifesaver, Inc. Releases 2019 Annual Report, 2020 Rail Safety Week Results Report

Operation Lifesaver, Inc. Offers Free Railroad Investigation and Safety Course for First Responders