Speed limit in a Queensland school zone is
The speed limit is 40 km/h on school days during posted times to protect children near schools.
Standard school zone times in Queensland
Mornings and afternoons typically have reduced speeds. times when children are arriving or leaving school.
School zone limits school holidays.
School zone speed limits are not enforced during school holidays, only on active school days.
Speeding in a School zone
Double demerit points may apply when speeding in school zones due to the high safety risks.
Stop within 20m before or 10m after a children’s crossing.
It is illegal to stop within 20m before or 10m after a children’s crossing to ensure clear visibility.
School zones often use flashing signs to alert
Flashing school zone signs indicate the zone is active and drivers must slow down.
Children’s crossings operate only when
A children’s crossing is only active when the CHILDREN CROSSING flags are displayed.
A STOP sign held by a crossing supervisor you must
When a crossing supervisor displays a STOP sign, you must stop and wait until it is withdrawn.
While Children crossing the road.
You must wait until all children have exited the crossing before you begin to drive.
Do not overtake a stationary vehicle at a school crossing.
It is prohibited to overtake a stationary vehicle at a school crossing as children may be crossing.
A school bus flashing yellow lights indicates children nearby.
When a school bus flashes yellow lights, you must slow down and pass with extreme care.
Approaching a school bus with flashing lights.
Approaching a flashing school bus means children may be present, so slow down and be cautious.
School buses display “SCHOOL BUS” signs
School buses are marked with yellow “SCHOOL BUS” signs or child symbols for easy identification.
Double parking near a school
Double parking is illegal near schools because it blocks sight lines and endangers children.
Stopping on footpaths in School Zone is.
It is illegal to stop on footpaths in built-up areas to keep paths clear for pedestrians.
Do not park in a no stopping or yellow line zone.
Parking in a no stopping zone or along yellow lines is illegal and may obstruct school traffic.
Reversing from a driveway near a school.
Always check thoroughly when reversing near a school as children may be behind the vehicle.
If children are boarding or exiting a car, use kerbside only.
Always drop off and pick up children on the kerbside to avoid them crossing into traffic.
Entering a school parking lot, reduce speed and be alert.
Enter school parking lots slowly as children may move unpredictably between vehicles.
Use of horn in school zones
Horn use is restricted in school and residential zones to avoid startling children.
School crossing guards override traffic lights or signs when present.
When a crossing guard is present, you must obey their instructions over any traffic signs.
In school zones, drive cautiously during active hours.
You must reduce speed and stay alert in Finnish school zones during active school hours.