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Road Safety Wales - School Crossing Patrols (Subtitles)

Road Safety Wales is reminding drivers of their responsibilities when encountering School Crossing Patrols. Thankfully, the majority of motorists are law-abiding, courteous and will stop as instructed. But it is vital that drivers and riders comply with the law to improve road safety around schools

How to use the School Crossing Patrol It is essential that motorists understand that they are legally obliged to obey the signals given by a School Crossing Patrol (SCP). As soon as the SCP officer raises their sign, even if they have not stepped into the road, motorists must be prepared to stop. Once the SCP is in the carriageway and displaying the sign in the upright position, traffic MUST stop and not proceed until pedestrians have finished crossing the road and the SCP has returned to the pavement. If a driver fails to stop their vehicle at a safe distance from the School Crossing Patrol, or if they start to move off while the STOP sign is being displayed, they could receive a fine of up to £1,000 and 3 penalty points on their driving licence. The rules and guidance within The Highway Code exist to protect all road users, and in this case especially children and their carers. Compliance is essential in preventing road casualties. Video or photographic footage can be submitted to GoSafe through Operation SNAP. Please visit gosafesnap.wales for more information Furthermore, unfortunately, School Crossing Patrol officers throughout the country have been facing verbal abuse, intimidation and danger from moving vehicles simply for doing their job. Incidents of threatening or unsafe behaviour not only impact the School Crossing Patrol officer, but every other road user is put at unnecessary risk. This is unacceptable.