Important symbols on a pelican crossing

Pelican Crossing

 

A pelican crossing is a safer place to cross because it allows you to control the traffic lights.

It is called "pelican" because it is a

PEDESTRIAN
LIGHT
CONTROLLED
CROSSING.

 

 Pelican Crossing in Stourbridge
  • When the Red Man is lit press the button and wait
  • When the Green Man comes on look and listen

 

  • Cross if it is safe

  • When the Green Man starts to flash you should not begin to cross the road – you don’t have time to make it!