Pedestrian Crossovers

Responsibilities of drivers

• Be prepared to stop for pedestrians
• Stop behind the yield line
• Make eye contact so the pedestrian sees you
• Wait until pedestrian completely crosses road before proceeding
• Drive with caution when the road is clear
• Do not pass any other vehicle within 30 metres before a pedestrian crossover

Responsibilities of pedestrians

• Press the button at the pedestrian crossover to activate the flashing lights
• Do not cross until the lights are flashing
• Wait for traffic to stop (both cars and bicycles)
• Make eye contact to ensure driver(s) can see you
• Cross when traffic has come to a complete stop and you feel it's safe

Responsibilities of cyclists

If you're a cyclist riding on the road with traffic, you must:

• Be prepared to stop for pedestrians
• Stop behind the yield line
• Make eye contact so the pedestrian sees you
• Wait until pedestrian completely crosses the road before proceeding
• Drive with caution when the road is clear
• Do not pass any other vehicle within 30 metres before a pedestrian crossover

If you're a cyclist crossing the road using the pedestrian crossover, you must:

• Dismount and walk your bike across the pedestrian crossover
• Do not ride your bike across the crossing
• Press the button at the pedestrian crossover to activate the flashing lights
• Do not cross until the lights are flashing
• Wait for traffic to stop (both cars and bicycles)
• Make eye contact to ensure the driver(s) see you
• Cross when traffic has come to a complete stop and you feel it's safe