crossing guard

Description

Crossing guards direct pedestrians in public places like streets nearby schools or railways to cross public roads and intersections by observing traffic and holding a stop sign towards the vehicles to allow the crossing of pedestrians in a safe and orderly manner.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

traffic signs local geography road traffic laws

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

escort pedestrians across streets interpret traffic signals use signalling equipment monitor traffic flow stay alert regulate traffic react calmly in stressful situations

OPTIONALOptional competences

work in shifts tolerate stress stop speeding vehicles provide first aid write signalling reports ensure public safety and security assist emergency services record license plates of violators report children unsafe behaviour manage major incidents inform drivers of detour routes act as contact person during equipment incident instruct public deal with aggressive behaviour educate public on road safety