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What is the priority at pedestrian crossings in the UK?
What is the priority at pedestrian crossings in the UK?
What is the purpose of the red/amber phase in traffic signals?
What is the purpose of the red/amber phase in traffic signals?
What is the sequence of traffic signals in the UK?
What is the sequence of traffic signals in the UK?
What is the purpose of a Toucan crossing?
What is the purpose of a Toucan crossing?
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What type of junction separates pedestrian and cyclist crossings from the main traffic flow?
What type of junction separates pedestrian and cyclist crossings from the main traffic flow?
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What type of pedestrian crossing is marked by black and white stripes?
What type of pedestrian crossing is marked by black and white stripes?
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What type of crossing allows pedestrians to activate the crossing signal?
What type of crossing allows pedestrians to activate the crossing signal?
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What is the purpose of traffic signals in the UK?
What is the purpose of traffic signals in the UK?
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Study Notes
Traffic Crossing Sequences in the UK
General Rules
- Pedestrian crossings have priority over turning traffic
- Traffic signals are designed to minimize conflicts between pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles
Typical Sequence
- Red phase: All traffic signals are red, and all traffic must come to a halt
- Red/amber phase: Signals turn red/amber, indicating to drivers that the lights are about to turn green
- Green phase: Signals turn green, allowing traffic to proceed
- Amber phase: Signals turn amber, indicating to drivers to prepare to stop
- Red phase: Signals return to red, and traffic must come to a halt
Pedestrian and Cyclist Crossings
- Pedestrian crossings: Pedestrians are given a green man signal to cross, while traffic is held at a red light
- Cyclist crossings: Cyclists are given a green cycle symbol to cross, while traffic is held at a red light
- Toucan crossings: Shared pedestrian and cyclist crossings, marked by a green cycle symbol and a green man
Signal-Controlled Junctions
- Staggered junctions: Pedestrian and cyclist crossings are separated from the main traffic flow, with each having its own signal phase
- Simultaneous junctions: Pedestrian and cyclist crossings occur at the same time as the main traffic flow, with all traffic signals turning green simultaneously
Other Types of Crossings
- Zebra crossings: Uncontrolled pedestrian crossings marked by black and white stripes, with priority given to pedestrians
- Puffin crossings: Uncontrolled pedestrian crossings with a pedestrian-activated signal, where pedestrians press a button to activate the crossing
- Staggered pedestrian crossings: Pedestrian crossings with separate signals for each direction of traffic, often used at busy junctions
Traffic Crossing Sequences in the UK
General Rules
- Pedestrians have priority over turning traffic at pedestrian crossings
- Traffic signals are designed to minimize conflicts between pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles
Typical Sequence
- The sequence of traffic signals includes: red, red/amber, green, amber, and red again
- During the red phase, all traffic must come to a halt
- During the red/amber phase, drivers are warned that the lights are about to turn green
- During the green phase, traffic is allowed to proceed
- During the amber phase, drivers are warned to prepare to stop
- The sequence then returns to the red phase, and traffic must come to a halt
Pedestrian and Cyclist Crossings
Pedestrian Crossings
- Pedestrians are given a green man signal to cross
- Traffic is held at a red light to allow pedestrians to cross
Cyclist Crossings
- Cyclists are given a green cycle symbol to cross
- Traffic is held at a red light to allow cyclists to cross
Toucan Crossings
- Shared pedestrian and cyclist crossings
- Marked by a green cycle symbol and a green man
- Pedestrians and cyclists cross together
Signal-Controlled Junctions
Staggered Junctions
- Pedestrian and cyclist crossings are separated from the main traffic flow
- Each has its own signal phase
Simultaneous Junctions
- Pedestrian and cyclist crossings occur at the same time as the main traffic flow
- All traffic signals turn green simultaneously
Other Types of Crossings
Zebra Crossings
- Uncontrolled pedestrian crossings
- Marked by black and white stripes
- Priority is given to pedestrians
Puffin Crossings
- Uncontrolled pedestrian crossings
- Pedestrian-activated signal
- Pedestrians press a button to activate the crossing
Staggered Pedestrian Crossings
- Pedestrian crossings with separate signals for each direction of traffic
- Often used at busy junctions
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Learn the general rules and typical sequence of traffic lights at pedestrian crossings in the UK. Understand pedestrian priority and signal phases.
