Pedestrians look left sign

What it means

Pedestrians should look left for approaching traffic.

The temporary sign tells pedestrians the direction in which they should look for approaching traffic.

It may be used where the traffic is coming from an unusual direction because of the road works.

Where you'll see it

At road works where pedestrians have to cross the road.

Rules to know

• The sign is used at road works to indicate the direction in which pedestrians should look for approaching traffic.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 161

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Assuming traffic comes from the usual direction.

  Instead: Follow the sign. The road works may have changed the layout.

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What does this sign mean?

• AA highway maintenance vehicle
• BA temporary access to a works site
• CLeave the motorway if directed, for a vehicle check
• DPedestrians look left for traffic

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