Patrol Wear, plus
What is the main thing patrols have to wear on duty?
A Patrol Vest
Facing the street, Hands and flag behind you.
Gym door crossing: what if cars seem to keep coming and not leave any break?
Keep waiting!
Do patrols stand on the curb?
No, at least one step back.
Who are the three patrol captains (one from each team)?
Owen, Phoenix, Nancy
can you wear your backpack over your vest? Why or why not?
No, because it will block approaching cars from seeing the bright vest.
Demonstrate holding position
stand facing the street with arms extended but angled down.
What if there's a big vehicle parked close to the crosswalk and you can see well?
Make the children wait at the curb, carefully go to the edge of the parked vehicle and check for traffic.
Are patrols there to stop traffic?
No, they are there to look for breaks in traffic and control the pedestrians (students).
Name your patrol post partners
good job!
What can patrols wear in rainy weather?
Patrol raincoat.
What hand signal indicates that you are planning to "open"?
Left hand extended straight out.
What if an adult does not obey your signals?
Patrols should try to make eye contact with someone when there is a car waiting at your crosswalk? Who?
The driver of the vehicle, to make sure they see you.
What is a personality quality of a good patrol (all of you!)?
Dependable, smart, careful, caring, reliable, conscientious
yes, because pedestrians and your partners are depending on you.
Demonstrate Crossing position
Facing traffic, both arms extended straight out.
what if you have pressed the crossing button at the bus corner, and see a car just continuing to drive?
Be sure to hold the pedestrians back and wait for a safe opening.
Who do you report to if there is a student not following the safety rules?
Patrol supervisors
who are the patrol supervisors?
Mr Boucher, Mrs. Potter, Mr. Wiebe
Which patrol should try to get outside as quick as possible? Why?
Captain (and floater) - to look for gaps at any patrol posts and take attendance.
How do you know if there are kids waiting to cross if you're facing the street?
Be aware of your surroundings, often look behind you and all around you.
How is the safest way to cross on the crosswalk (run? walk? bike?)
Walk.
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