School crossing patrols
Rules for children and adults
- use the lollipop person to cross the road
- wait on the pavement until the lollipop person has stopped the traffic
- only cross when the lollipop person tells you to cross
- only cross in front of the lollipop person
- walk directly across the road, do not run.
Other ways drivers can help
- park away from the crossing
- keep the area around the crossing clear.
Stop means Stop
School crossing patrols are not just for children. Officers can assist anyone who seeks their help in crossing the road. It is an offence under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 if you do not stop when signalled to do so by a school crossing patrol officer.
If you do not stop possible penalties include:
- a fine of up to £1000
- three penalty points
- disqualification
As a driver or cyclist you should stop a safe distance from the crossing patrol and only move off until the school crossing patrol officer is back on the pavement.
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