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School and Residential Zone
- 1/20If you enter a residential zone
Pedestrians have full priority; play and movement are allowed on the road surface.
When you exit a residential zone
The zone acts like a private driveway exiting traffic must give way.
If you are driving near a school entrance
Children may appear suddenly extra caution is legally required in school areas.
When you see a school zone sign
These zones require enhanced awareness and reduced speeds during active school hours.
If a school bus is stopped with flashing lights
Passing a school bus while children board or exit is strictly prohibited.
When children are playing near the road
Unpredictable behavior makes extra vigilance critical.
If speed bumps appear in a residential area
Bumps control speed to protect residents and children speeding over them can damage your car and violate rules.
When backing out of a driveway near a school
Children may be walking or biking behind your vehicle always reverse cautiously.
If you approach a crossing with a school patrol
School crossing guards have authority to stop traffic during school hours.
If your vehicle passes a playground zone
Children often dart out unexpectedly in playground areas.
When parking in a residential area
Ensure access and visibility for pedestrians and residents.
If you drive through narrow residential lanes
Polish rules require courteous behavior and sharing space in tight residential roads.
When school is starting or ending
Traffic near schools peaks during arrival and dismissal hours plan for delays and drive slowly.
If you see warning signs with children symbols
These signs indicate nearby schools or play areas expect sudden pedestrian movement.
If a child crosses away from a marked crosswalk
Children might not always use crosswalks your duty is to prevent accidents, not enforce discipline.
When driving near residential speed enforcement zones
Speed cameras and patrols often monitor sensitive areas near homes and schools.
If residents are unloading groceries on the street
Show courtesy to local residents residential zones require cooperative driving.
When leaving your driveway in a residential area
Sidewalks have full right-of-way, even over exiting vehicles.
If a ball rolls into the road
Objects in the street often signal the presence of young children.
If your car alarm goes off near homes at night
Noise pollution laws apply especially in quiet residential environments.