Traffic Lights - JSS1 Civic education Lesson Note

Traffic lights are crucial components of road management designed to regulate the flow of vehicles and ensure safe intersections. Key aspects of traffic lights include:

1. Colors and Meanings:

   • Red: Indicates a full stop, requiring all vehicles to halt.
   • Yellow/Amber: Warns drivers to prepare to stop as the signal is about to change.
   • Green: Allows vehicles to proceed when safe.

2. Intersection Control:

   • Traffic lights control intersections, promoting orderly movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
   • Pedestrian signals indicate when it's safe to cross the road.

3. Traffic Light Sequences:

   • Traffic lights operate in specific sequences, with each color appearing for a designated duration.
   • Sequences may vary depending on the intersection's design and traffic conditions.