Respect for pedestrians and cyclists
Controlled pedestrian crossing are
defined as all crossing controlled by a police officer or a traffic light. All
other types of crossing are deemed as uncontrolled pedestrian crossing, even
though a traffic signal may be flashing amber.
Avoid overtaking cyclists at
intersections. Keep plenty of space from the cyclists for they often wobble.
Slow down and stop if you see that a
pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.
Probable causes of pedestrian
crossing accidents:
The driver did not notice or ignored
the pedestrian at the side of the crossing.
The driver's view was obstructed,
perhaps by the door post of his or her car.
The driver was going too fast and had
insufficient time to watch the road, as he/she should
The driver overtook a vehicle that
had stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the road.
