Yes, it is generally advisable to stop at pedestrian crossings, even if no one is present. This practice ensures the safety of pedestrians and reinforces the importance of obeying traffic regulations. Additionally, it helps drivers remain alert and prepared for any unexpected situations, such as pedestrians suddenly appearing.
Crossing a road without a crosswalk is dangerous and illegal. If a pedestrian is knocked down at a non-residential area that does not have a crosswalk, the driver is not at fault.
Pedestrian crossing or school zone
Pedestrian walk-lights.
Pictograph of walking man, hand in stop position, And countdown crossing timer
The pelican crossing was invented in the United Kingdom in 1969. It was designed to improve pedestrian safety at road crossings by using traffic lights that allow pedestrians to cross while giving vehicles a clear signal to stop. The term "pelican" is an acronym for "PEdestrian LIght CONtrolled crossing."
A ped is an abbreviation for pedestrian and x is for crossing. So you probably saw ped x which is pedestrian crossing.
The cast of Pedestrian Crossing - 1948 includes: Richard Massingham as Mr. A
Always use the pedestrian crossing to cross a busy road.
the difference is that you have to wait to cross a pelican crossing, but a school crossing, someone just stands in the middle of the road and stops cars and lets you cross quicker. Pelican crossing: traffic lights for pedestrians and vehicles; button-operated. http://stretsmartsigns.com
On my way to work/school I saw a pedestrian crossing the street.
Let them cross n you should come to a complete stop
it means there is a pedestrian crossing