New Jersey Crossing Guard Training Part 2

TYPES OF INTERSECTIONS Unsignalized Intersections Unsignalized Midblock Crosswalk Signalized Intersections Signalized Midblock Crosswalk Four or More Lanes Walking School Bus School Safety Patrol

3 Controlled Intersection © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Unsignalized Intersections 1. Curbside assembly: Stand on the curb or roadway edge where children approach. Keep children at least one step back from the curb or edge. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Unsignalized Intersections 2. Select an opportune time: Use your Gap Assessment skills to select an opportune time " Activate” crosswalk by stepping in the crosswalk. With STOP paddle extended, wait for the near side travel lane traffic to stop before continuing. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Unsignalized Intersections 3. Enter the crosswalk: Enter closest travel lane after near side traffic has stopped for you. Continue to middle of intersection with STOP paddle extended. The raised STOP paddle leads you to the middle of the roadway. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Unsignalized Intersections As you approach the middle of the roadway, check that the STOP paddle is clearly visible to far- side traffic, including any turning traffic. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation 4. Stop far-side traffic:

Unsignalized Intersections 5. Take position: Keep an eye on both traffic and the children. Stand outside the crosswalk. Display the STOP paddle to both approaches. Make a final check that all traffic has stopped. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Unsignalized Intersections 6. Initiate crossing: Turn your head toward the waiting children and, making eye contact, tell them to search and cross when the way is clear. Remember: Use words only to instruct children. Use STOP paddle only for traffic. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Unsignalized Intersections Make sure that no driver crosses the crosswalk before the last child in the group has reached the opposite curb. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation 7. Maintain position:

Unsignalized Intersections Remain alert. Continue to display the STOP paddle until you have left the roadway. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation 8. Return to the starting curb:

Florida School Crossing Guard Training Program Module -6 / Crossing Techniques Unsignalized Midblock Crosswalk © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Signalized Intersection

Florida School Crossing Guard Training Program Module -6 / Crossing Techniques Signalized Intersections Intersections with a left-turn arrow need special consideration. © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation Do not cross students during the left turn phase.

Signalized Midblock Crosswalk Signalized midblock crosswalks often have a pedestrian button and/or flashing yellow warning beacons Follow same steps as at a signalized intersection

Florida School Crossing Guard Training Program Module -6 / Crossing Techniques Four or More Lanes Two guards should be assigned if possible One assigned to each traffic stream The guard on the side on which children approach begins crossing © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Walking School Bus A group of children walking to and from school with trained parent volunteers Be friendly but firm with adults Guards are in charge of all pedestrians

School Student Safety Patrols Crossing guards should: Maintain a friendly but firm relationship with the school safety patrol State requests clearly Encourage members of the safety patrol to wear their uniforms and behave appropriately Source: AAA Mid-Atlantic Foundation for Safety and Education Safety patrol members operate OFF the roadway.

Module -6 / Crossing Techniques Review the proper search pattern before crossing Keep control & stay alert Use pedestrian traffic signals if available Be clear and concise with your hand & verbal signals Establish eye contact with motorists Report dangerous drivers Report problems with students to supervisor Do not assume that cars will stop Do not assume cars will remain stopped Do not cross students if a vehicle is stopped in the middle of the crosswalk Crossing Duties & Expectations Do Do not

Practicing Crossing Procedures

JOB PERFORMANCE Uniform and Equipment Visible and Noticeable Expectations and Duties

Uniform and Equipment Present a positive public image. Be professional in dress and conduct. The uniform: Increases visibility Shows professionalism Establishes authority and commands respect

Uniform and Equipment Always wear the Safety Vest High-visibility, retro-reflective Worn outside all other clothing (N.J.S.A. 40A: )

Uniforms and Equipment Always Use STOP Paddle FHWA MUTCD Section 7D.05

Uniforms and Equipment We also provide: Whistle and lanyard Gloves, either white or retroreflective Raingear Spring/winter jacket No umbrellas or other gear that might interfere with the performance of duties may be used

Uniforms and Equipment Whistle Use To alert motorists ignoring the STOP paddle Use 1 long blast for Stop When stepping off the curb Image: © 2010, the State of Florida Department of Transportation

Visible and Noticeable Be Visible – Vest STOP paddle Be Noticeable – Clear & precise behaviors Be Consistent – Avoid variations

Expectations and Duties Be professional while on duty Children look up to you. Teach by example.

Expectations and Duties Be on time Be firm, courteous, and pleasant Leave post at end of shift

Expectations and Duties Do Not Idle Idling for more than three minutes is prohibited in N.J. NJAC 7: and NJAC 7:

Expectations and Duties Do not sit in your car at your post