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1. Pedestrian lights
Pedestrian lights are special traffic signals designed to control the movement of pedestrians at crossings. They typically use clear symbols: a red standing figure telling pedestrians to wait, and a green walking figure indicating it is safe to cross. In many places, the green phase may be accompanied by a countdown timer or a blinking phase to warn that the signal will soon change. These lights help separate pedestrian movement from vehicle traffic, improving safety and reducing conflicts at busy intersections.
- Red person - Don’t walk – wait at the curb.
- Green person - Walk – safe to cross.
- Some lights also include:
- A countdown timer showing how many seconds are left to cross.
- Beeping sounds or vibrations to help visually impaired pedestrians.
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