Chapter 2-12: Stopping for pedestrian crossovers

In Ontario, truck drivers must be especially vigilant at pedestrian crossovers. The knowledge test emphasizes that drivers are legally required to stop and yield the entire roadway to pedestrians at these designated locations.

Ontario Truck Driver Test - Chapter 2-12: Stopping for pedestrian crossovers

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What is the rule about passing near a pedestrian crossover?

Passing is allowed only for emergency vehicles

Do not pass any vehicle within 30 metres of a pedestrian crossover

Passing is allowed if no pedestrians are visible

Passing is allowed if the road has more than one lane

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When approaching a pedestrian crossover (crosswalk) without traffic lights, what must drivers and cyclists do?

Slow down but continue if they don’t see anyone

Honk to warn pedestrians to hurry

Stop and allow pedestrians to cross before proceeding

Only stop if a police officer is present

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What must a driver do if another vehicle has stopped at a pedestrian crossover?

Flash your high beams and proceed

Pass carefully if you don’t see pedestrians

Never pass the vehicle because it may have stopped to allow pedestrians to cross

Honk and drive around the stopped vehicle

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What should pedestrians do at a pedestrian crossover to indicate they want to cross?

Shout to get drivers’ attention

Point across the road before entering the roadway

Wave both arms in the air

Step into traffic to make cars stop

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When is a driver or cyclist allowed to proceed through a pedestrian crossover after stopping?

When there are no more cars behind them

As soon as the first pedestrian reaches the middle of the road

Only when all pedestrians and school crossing guards have fully crossed and are safely on the sidewalk

When the flashing overhead yellow lights stop

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Truck drivers must wait until pedestrians have completely crossed and reached the opposite sidewalk before proceeding. Failing to stop can result in fines and demerit points. Extra caution is necessary due to a truck’s longer stopping distance and larger blind spots. Observing the signs, road markings, and flashing lights at crossovers is crucial for safety. Adhering to these rules helps protect pedestrians and ensures compliance with Ontario traffic laws.

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