The Warning Children Class 1 Retro Reflective road sign (W308) is a symbolic warning sign used to alert drivers that children may be present near or crossing the roadway ahead. It is intended for areas where child movement is likely and where driver caution is essential due to unpredictable behaviour.
Purpose and function
This sign warns drivers to reduce speed, increase scanning, and be prepared to stop. Children may enter the road unexpectedly and may not judge vehicle speed or distance accurately, making early driver awareness critical for safety.
Typical applications
- Roads adjacent to schools, crèches, and educational facilities
- Near playgrounds, sports fields, and community facilities
- Residential streets and access roads with high child activity
Selection and placement guidance
- Place the sign in advance of the child activity zone, not within it
- Ensure drivers have sufficient distance to slow down safely
- Use where child presence is expected, not as a generic pedestrian warning
Commonly used with
Materials and ordering notes
- 1.2 mm Chromadek steel with a Class 1 retro reflective sign face for day and night visibility
- Poles, clamps, nuts and bolts are not included, email us should you require a quote on any additional items
- If ordering Unistruts, remember to order the correct size clamps for the poles you will be using
- Please confirm stock availability when ordering road signs
Compliance
This sign forms part of the W300 Series symbolic warning signs defined in the SADC Road Traffic Signs Manual.
For additional guidance, see our
W300 Series Symbolic Road Signs Explained guide.
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