Signals by authorised persons

School crossing patrol: barrier to stop pedestrians

Barrier to stop pedestrians crossing

What does this signal mean?

The patrol holds the sign horizontally across the kerb as a barrier, holding children back rather than stopping traffic. It means the crossing is being prepared but has not yet been opened to pedestrians. Traffic may continue, though at a speed that allows for the change that is about to come. Watch the patrol rather than the children, since the patrol controls when the crossing opens.

Highway Code references

• Rule 210 from Road users requiring extra care (204 to 225)

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