Rectangular rapid flashing beacons

Rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) are traffic control signals used to increase the visibility of certain pedestrian crosswalks. They make the signs indicating these crosswalks more visible by drawing the attention of drivers and allow pedestrians to signal their intention to cross the road. RRFBs are installed at specific crosswalks, in places with a wider road, higher speeds or heavier traffic.

If a pedestrian crosswalk is equipped with RRFBs, it is recommended to activate them by pressing the button. Whether a pedestrian crosswalk is equipped with RRFBs or not, drivers and cyclists on the road must always yield the right of way to pedestrians crossing the road or signalling their intention to cross.

Pedestrians must adopt safe behaviour at crosswalks. They must make sure that other road users have seen them and that they yield the right of way, in particular, by making eye contact with them before crossing. Cyclists must dismount and walk next to their bicycles to have the right of way at crosswalks as pedestrians do.