Be careful near children who are cycling. Take extra care near a school, where cyclists may emerge in groups. Remember, it is hard to predict a young cyclist’s balance and behaviour.
School wardens
Adult school wardens provide safe road crossing places for children outside or near schools. They wear a hat and an overcoat, which include reflective material. Wardens carry a special sign and are allowed by law to stop traffic.
When a warden raises the ‘Stop’ sign (shown below on the left), you must stop and remain stopped until: the school children have crossed the road; the sign is lowered; and the school warden has safely returned to the footpath.