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description: "Understand the pedestrian crossing ahead warning sign, pedestrian priority rules, and DVSA theory test guidelines."
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# Pedestrian crossing ahead — UK road sign

This warning sign alerts drivers that a pedestrian crossing is located ahead.

Image: Pedestrian crossing ahead — red, white and black triangle UK road sign (https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/signs/pedestrian-crossing-ahead.svg)

The pedestrian crossing ahead sign shows a black figure walking across zebra stripes within a red warning triangle.

It warns drivers to prepare to slow down and give way to pedestrians crossing the carriageway.

## What this sign means

This sign warns that a Zebra, Pelican, Puffin, Toucan, or Pegasus pedestrian crossing is located ahead.

- Red warning triangle
- Pedestrian icon over crossing lines
- Warns of pedestrian priority areas ahead

## What to do when you see it

Reduce speed, check your mirrors, and look out for pedestrians waiting to cross or stepping onto the road.

- Slow down early on approach
- Be prepared to stop smoothly
- Never overtake on the approach controlled by zigzag lines

## How this sign is tested

Theory exams test rules regarding Zebra crossing priority, Pelican light sequences, and zigzag line parking restrictions.

## Common mistakes

Failing to look for pedestrians approaching zebra crossings or passing parked cars that obscure waiting pedestrians.

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## Frequently asked questions

When must you give way at a Zebra crossing?

You must give way once a pedestrian has stepped onto the crossing.

What do white zigzag lines at crossings mean?

They indicate no parking, stopping, or overtaking on approach to the crossing.

What is a Puffin crossing?

A Puffin crossing uses sensor technology to vary light timing based on pedestrian movement.

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