Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) shared a social media post, reminding the public about stop arm instructions for school buses. RTA stressed that all drivers must follow the stop arm regulations, to ensure safety of children.
Authorities reiterated that all motorists must stop until students have crossed and reached the safe zone, the stop arm is withdrawn and the flashing lights are turned off. The authority warned that any violation of stop arm regulations will result in a fine.
RTA clarified that on roads that do not have a physical barrier separating the two sides of the road, vehicles coming from both sides of the road must stop at least 5 metres from the school bus.
On roads that have a physical barrier separating the traffic on both sides, vehicles that are behind the school bus must stop at least 5 metres behind it.
Authorities emphasised road discipline to ensure child safety across Dubai’s transport network.