Previously school flashing amber lamps were only provided at schools where crossing patrols operate and either 85th percentile approach speeds to the crossing point were in excess of 36mph or the advance visibility of the crossing point was less than 100metres.

Flashing amber lamp units are now available which are microprocessor controlled and can be switched on and off by time clock. The use of such units removes the need to have a school crossing patrol officer to switch the lamps on and off at the start and finish of each crossing period.

In view of this the County Council is now prepared, subject to budget availability, to provide flashing amber lamp units at schools which meet the speed or visibility requirements specified above but which do not have a school crossing patrol.

At sites which do not meet the speed or visibility criteria specified above the provision of flashing amber lamps will be considered if their cost is met by the school or as part of a Safer Routes to School project.